Sparrow's Nest IOD décor mould 6 x 10 - by Iron Orchid Designs - New Release

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Introducing Sparrow’s Nest, a whimsical and cheerful mould that celebrates the sweet freshness of Spring. Fanciful Robin’s nests with eggs, and graceful birds in flight, each with beautifully spanned, intricately delicate wings that add that classic IOD detail to your projects.

Imagine a sweet bird's nest resting in the corner of a vintage sign or delicate birds in flight gracing the edge of a refurbished mirror. Picture the whimsy that these birds will bring to a spring tablescape or handmade gifts that bring happy spring vibes.

Project Suggestions: 
Small Decor: Create a springtime curio with two graceful birds, an intricate bird’s nest, and some faux cherry blossoms tucked into the piece. 
Wall Art: Charming mini-galleries or shadow box-style display. 

Pair With: 
Cherry Blossoms from Shade & Song Stamp 

Iron Orchid Design Décor Moulds are made of food safe materials and can be used to transform furniture and décor projects as well as create baked goods, soaps, jewelry, and much more! (do not use the same set for food and crafts),

Use IOD Moulds with many different mediums. 

The 2 most common mediums used for furniture, jewelry, or home decor accents are Air Dry Clay and casting resin

IOD Air dry clay also called paper clay is an air dry medium.   Like other paper pulp based air dry clays, some shrinking, warping, and cracking is expected and results in a distressed, authentically vintage look.  Suggested way to apply molded pieces is to take them out of the mould while still moist, then adhere to your project with your favorite glue, ensuring it conforms well. If the surface is vertical, you can use a piece of low tack tape to hold it in place to keep it from sliding.

Casting resins have completely different qualities than the paper clay.  There are some great pourable resins available.  It will not shrink or warp, and the casting is more consistent. Depending on your project, these qualities can be helpful. If you need to conform your casting to a curved surface,  you will need to remove it from the mould before it’s completely hardened.

Most of the time a release agent is not needed and the casting will come out easily.  However, if you are having any trouble with the material sticking (more common with clay) then a light dusting of cornstarch or arrowroot is works great.