Mini Bee and Flower Silicone Mould | 9cm Round | Pack of 1 - Clay & Resin

Cast a swarm of small bees with flowers and hearts from this round off white silicone mould, an animal theme that suits honey jars, jewellery and kids crafts. The mould is 9cm (3.5 inch) across, and the small cavities fill quickly with UV resin or a pinch of clay.

Specifications

Perfect for

• Bee charms for earrings and keychains
• Bee trims on candle jars and soap
• Clay bees for jar lids and gift tags
• Resin bee embellishments for cards
• Kids craft and party favours

Compatibility

Works with: polymer clay, air dry clay, epoxy resin, UV resin, candle wax, melt and pour soap and plaster.

Pairs well with: UV resin, polymer clay, yellow and black acrylic paint.

Not suitable for: food, cake decorating or chocolate, since we state no food grade rating for this mould, and sharp tools, which cut the silicone.

How to Use

1. Wipe the mould clean and dry, since dust shows on a resin or wax cast.
2. Press clay in firmly from the centre outwards, or pour resin or wax slowly into one corner so air can escape.
3. Level the back flush with a card or blade, then leave the piece to set, dry or cure fully.
4. Flex the silicone back from the edges and lift the piece out rather than pulling it.

Before You Buy

• We state no food grade rating for this mould, so use it for clay, resin, wax and soap, not for food.
• We state no oven temperature rating either, so lift polymer clay out of the mould before you bake it.
• Clay, resin, wax and colours are sold separately.

You will Need

• Clay, resin, wax or soap to cast
• A craft knife or card to level the back
• Gloves and a covered work surface for resin

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• UV resin
• polymer clay
• mica powder

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the mini bee mould?
It is a round mould 9cm (3.5 inch) across with small bees, flowers and hearts.

How is this different from the fern leaf mould?
This one is 9cm round and casts small bees and flowers. The fern leaf mould is 9.2cm round and casts fern fronds.

Can I paint the bees after casting?
Yes. Clay and resin bees take acrylic paint once they have set fully.

Should I use epoxy or UV resin in this mould?
Epoxy resin cures over many hours and suits fuller or deeper cavities. UV resin sets in minutes under a UV lamp but only in thin layers. Pick UV resin for quick small charms and epoxy for larger pieces.