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1. Darice Precious Impressions Memory Hands Keepsake Kit 2-Pack
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Perfect for milestone momentsGreat kids project
Capture the memories
Includes gel, plaster, bucket and instructions
Length: 7.4 inch Height: 6.25 inch Width: 6.25 inch Weight: 2.96 pounds
Description
Capture the wonder of mother and child; grandparents anniversary; Engagement; BBF's and much more. This makes a great kids project. This kit contains 12-ounce/340-gram precious molding gel; 1.5-pound/680-gram precious stone plaster; holding bucket and instructions to make one statuette. Contents conform to ASTM D4236. Made in USA.2. Luna Bean DIY KEEPSAKE HANDS Plaster Statue LARGE COUPLES Hand Molding & Casting Kit (New 50% Larger Size)
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CAST HANDS: One large adult hand, 2 Adults, Child & Adult, or 3 Children. If it fits in the bucket ( 7.25" Tall x 6.25" diameter), then you can cast it. See the Luna Bean XL kit if you need a larger size.PRESERVE EVERY PRECIOUS DETAIL! The unique rubbery mold captures every fine line and fingerprint for a one of a kind treasured keepsake.
A FUN and MEMORABLE activity for family and friends to create a PRICELESS KEEPSAKE.
DO-IT-YOURSELF Kit - Finish with a clear all purpose sealant or acrylic paints (not included) or leave natural.
30% MORE material than other similar kits! INCLUDED: Plastic molding bucket, 1 bag molding powder, 1 bag plaster casting stone, fine sandpaper, course sandpaper, demolding stick, detailing pin and detailed instructions.
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This 2 step plaster casting kit for a pair of hands contains the materials to do 1 casting of the following types: 1 Large Adult Hand, or 2 Adult Hands (Wedding Hands, Anniversary Hands, Praying Hands, etc),or 1 Adult & 1 Infant/Child (Mom & Child, Father & Child, Grandparent & Child, etc),
or 2-3 Children under age 12
Included with this kit: Plastic molding bucket, 1 bag of molding powder (450g/1lb), 1 bag of casting stone (2.5lbs), fine sandpaper, course sandpaper, demolding stick, detailing pin and detailed instructions
3. Proud Baby DELUXE Clay Hand Print & Footprint Keepsake Kit - Dries Stone Hard - No Bake - Air Drying (Makes 2 Plaques)
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DELUXE VERSION INCLUDES Standard Items Plus: Glaze Finish, Black Easel and Red & Green RibbonSoft, White, Easily Pliable, Non-Toxic AIR-DRYING Clay - Dries DURABLE & STONE-LIKE in 2-5 days
Pre-mixed clay - NO MIXING, NO BAKING - Just knead, roll & make impression
MAKES 2 Keepsakes of 4" diameter (or one larger plaque if using your own cutter) - Great for children and pets
Included: 15oz Clay, Cutting Ring, Glaze Finish, Black Plastic Easel, Hole Punch, Ribbons in Red, Green, Pink & Light Blue, Written Directions
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Deluxe Clay Hanging Keepsake Kit - Makes 2 Keepsakes -- This kit includes 15oz of soft, pliable air-drying clay. The non-toxic clay is safe and easy to use to capture those precious little hands, feet or paws. After you make the impressions, the clay dries into a hard and durable stone-like material in 3-5 days. The keepsake can be displayed as a holiday ornament on a tree, as a wall hanging, or displayed on a table-top easel. Recommended ages: About 0-2 years (if using the 4" ring). Also great for pets! Kit Includes: One bag of air-drying clay (makes 2 keepsakes of 4" diameter, or 1 larger keepsake), Plastic cutting ring, 4" diameter, glaze finish, plastic easel, wooden rolling pin, plastic straw hole punch, Four pieces of satin ribbon in pink, blue, red & green and Easy-to-follow instructions. [[How to best dry the clay: It is rare, but the clay can crack if dried too quickly (most likely) and/or unevenly. When the clay cracks while drying, the surface and/or edges have dried much more quickly than the center. To prevent cracking, be sure the clay is rolled out evenly (not thinner on the edges, etc) and is as smooth on the surface as possible before making the print. Keep the clay covered with plastic or a damp cloth while waiting to make the print and for about the first 24 hours of drying, or until the clay surface becomes leathery hard. After that time periods is over, be sure uncover the clay so that it can continue to dry. Never allow the clay to dry in or near a direct heat source such as a heat vent or in direct sunlight. Overall, allow to dry in the coolest area of the home when possible.]]4. Luna Bean Infant Plaster Statue Casting Keepsake Kit - Cast Baby Hand & Foot (Clear Glaze)
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DO-IT-YOURSELF Kit - Creates 2 castings of an infant hand or foot up to about age 9 months (infant shoe size 3)PRESERVE EVERY PRECIOUS DETAIL! The unique rubbery mold captures every fine line and fingerprint - even if baby wiggles.
NON-TOXIC & HYPO ALLERGENIC alginate molding material & PLASTIC MOLDING CONTAINER (no messy flimsy bags).
Triple thick CLEAR GLAZE FINISH included. Seals, protects, and shows off the fine details.
INCLUDED: 2 bags of molding powder (Step 1), 2 bags of casting stone (Step 2), 1 reusable molding container, mixing spoon, paint brush, clear glaze finish, sandpaper, detailing pin & complete instructions
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Preserve Every Precious Detail in a life size 3D replica hand or foot mold statue. This kit contains the materials to do 2 complete 3D replica castings. You can therefore cast either two hands, two feet or one hand & one foot. The materials will accommodate a foot up to about an infant shoe size 3 (the average age for this is 9 months) and/or an infant hand up to about age 12 months. Included in Kit: 2 bags of molding powder (Step 1), 2 bags of casting stone (Step 2), 1 reusable molding container, mixing spoon, paint brush, acrylic pearl finish, sandpaper, detailing pin & complete instructions.5. Darice EZ08-529 Precious Impressions Memory Hands Keepsake Kit
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Perfect for milestone momentsIncludes gel, plaster, bucket and instructions
Great kids project
Capture the memories
Conforms to astm d4236
Description
Capture the wonder of mother and child; grandparents anniversary; Engagement; BBF's and much more. This makes a great kids project. This kit contains 12-ounce/340-gram precious molding gel; 1.5-pound/680-gram precious stone plaster; holding bucket and instructions to make one statuette. Contents conform to ASTM D4236. Made in USA.6. Life Casting Starter Kit With Alja-Safe Alginate
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Includes everything you need to make a mold and casting of a hand or similar body part.Comes with: 1 lb. Alja-Safe Molding Gel - the world's first and only crystalline silica free alginate (a known carcinogen), 2 lb. casting plaster, Quick Start Guide
Alja-Safe is easy to use and cures quickly. It reproduces fine detail and makes an excellent temporary mold - good for one or two reproductions of any body part. You can then cast plaster, Matrix NEO (polymer modified gypsum) or Smooth-Cast 300Q ultra-fast urethane resin into the mold to make a reproduction.
Alja-Safe is mixed 1 part water to 1 part powder by volume (1 cup + 1 cup, for example).
For making re-usable molds of any body part, use "Body Double" silicone rubber. Visit www.smooth-on.com for more information on lifecasting and what these materials can do for you.
