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Materials Needed:
- ACTÍVA® ArtPlaster™ Professional Casting Plaster
- Plastic Easter egg mold
- Vegetable oil cooking spray
- Measuring cup
- Mixing container (preferably a disposable)
- Craft stick
- Water
- Paper clip
- Carving tools
- Sponge
- Paint brushes
- Acrylic paint in different colors
- Glitter / Gemstones optional
Step 1:
Mold
Use a plastic Easter egg as a mold form.
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Step 2:
Release
Separate the parts of the egg form. Place the top into the bottom section to hold it. Spray a thin coat of vegetable oil inside the top of the egg form.
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Step 3:
Plaster
Measure out an amount of plaster based on the size of your egg form. The ideal ratio for an ArtPlaster™-towater mixture: 2 parts dry ArtPlaster™ powder to 1 part water.
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Step 4:
Mix
With a craft stick, mix ArtPlaster with water in the mixing container. Slowly stir the ArtPlaster mixture until it reaches a uniform and smooth consistency. Stir it gently to avoid creating air bubbles in the plaster.
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Step 5:
Fill
Slowly pour the smooth ArtPlaster into the egg form mold.
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NOTE: Do not throw any leftover mixture into the drain, it will clog the pipes. Instead, let the mixture harden in the mixing container, then throw it into a trash can.
Step 6:
Air Bubbles
Gently tap the sides of the mold to release any air bubbles from the ArtPlaster.
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Step 7:
Hook
Allow the ArtPlaster to set up. It typically takes 20 to 30 minutes for ArtPlaster to set. Some heat is given off from the plaster while it sets up.
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When the ArtPlaster is still moist, but not fully set up, insert a paper clip into the top of the form to act as a hook for hanging on a wall.
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Step 8:
Remove
Remove from the egg mold. You'll know when the ArtPlaster has set when it's rock solid and cool to the touch. Carefully remove from the mold.
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Step 9:
Design
Sketch out a face design onto the plaster egg in pencil.
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Step 10:
Carve
Use a sharp carving tool to carve into the draw lines on the plaster surface.
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Step 11:
Rinse
Use a damp sponge to remove loose plaster from the egg form after carving.
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Step 12:
Paint
Add desired colors to the face designs.
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Step 13:
Embellishment
Add glitter or gemstones if desired.
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