Tag: Molding

  • Resin Success

    Finally managed a successful casting in resin, though I am strongly debating whether it is a practical option or not.  Between the cost of molding and the resin itself, and then the cleanup after, it isn’t a very practical solution for this type of item.  In truth, that is no doubt why CNC wood cutting…

  • The Dice Box

    As I continue to experiment and attempt resin molding, and fiddle and tune the 3d printer, I managed to finish a single full usable dice box, in my preferred copper PLA filament.  Its not the ideal design (I have a version with a Runelord’s Sihedron Rune in the top), but the lid and base are…

  • Molding Fail

    Apparently, I made a mistake with the resin.  After a bit of math, I had estimated fairly closely the amount of resin mix required to fill the mold – right at 1 cup total.  Mix the material, add coloring, stir for several minutes, slowly pour into the mold.  After several minutes of slow pouring, I…