Will this work with thicker aluminum sheets? Leave much of an impression in clay? I'm trying to make stamps, or make molds to cast stamps from. Thanks
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I have only used this with cardstock and I am pleased with the embossing. Sorry I can't speak to how it works with the aluminum sheets or clay. Maybe another buyer can answer your question.
1619336
What a great idea! Yes, you could do that, and I'm going to as well! They are large and stiff so I think it will work best with a little padding under the paper you are stamping. I used them to make clay ornaments.
607328
Hi Venus, I have cut felt, thin chipboard and of course cardstock. I have embossed all different weights of fabrics, thin cardboard and felt so far. I'm sure it would emboss compressed foam. It is a wonderful embosser and a real workhorse! I would recommend you buy a couple of cutting plates and at least an extra set of the embossing plates. I'm going to try a cut aluminum can. Great idea! I'm that confident about it! I'm all about recycling and creating art! I hope this helps!
2222402
I've never done it, however, this is how I use it. I cut it to a desired length, carve an impression into it and use patina to cast an aged look. It is not supple as aluminum foil, it has more heft and will kink into a permanent line which is difficult if not impossible to remove. I've considered making tiles to glue to the wall, as an artist who shows regularly in galleries, this is something which would require too much time for even a 4 x 4 ft space.
1538107
I'm sorry I didn't bake the mold and I didn't use it with polymer clay too. I just use with fondant and its doing great
597405
I love these! They aren't to stiff they will bend some but the stamps! They are really useful when you have some over size stamp sets. Some set don't stick so well at times so I use rubber cement or Zots glue dots work too.
426291
I have used this on plastic pieces to make copies for lost/broken piece and it worked well. Now pouring in a plastic resin to make a part will not work if the plastic curing process is high head - like most. That will melt/distort the material as it is flexible at 160 degrees F. If making a copy with plastic parts I would recommend a silicone mold. If using something like green stuff - this would work well.
1229199
I don't believe this or any other embosser like this will work on the thickness of a paper plate. They are made for embossing corporate seals and legal items like on documents on office paper with . You may need to seek out a heavier duty solution for paper plates.
1770187
I've successfully molded Monster Clay with Smooth On platinum silicones (specifically Mold Star 16 Fast). Because it's not a sulfur based clay you should be fine to mold it with pretty much any kind of silicone, though. Hope that helps!
136793
No, I don't think stamp will work on this... is kind of "krispy"... Not a regular face... I've punched it and worked ok for my purpose but if you plan to punch a lot of it be aware that it can ruin your punch! After punching A LOT (like 200-300) I have to replace my punches... Hope it helps!!!
2206286
I looked at my unit and the individual elements that do the stamping appear to be made out of metal, not plastic, so they might stand up to that usage. The handle allows you to push down with quite a bit of force so it's possible that would work. I wouldn't be brave enough to try it on my machine though. I guess it would sort of depend on how thick and sturdy the metal stock you are going to use is. Sorry I can't provide any more useful information.
393338
I haven't tried, but I doubt it, because it runs thin. You may want to use something like OPI quality for stamping, since they are thicker, and they are not opaque, very glossy.
1149522
It is not meant for that. You might do it once, but that would be the end of that punch. It is really not meant for metal any thicker than aluminum foil.
1540917
I just tried to use it with wax paper. It does NOT work. The wax paper is too slippery, so it isn't taut enough for the cutting blade to slice through. It rips and tears. Haven't tried it with aluminum foil.
1194114
It will roll polymer clay about 1/16" to about 1/8" + it is absolutely critical that you use this with polymer clay to keep it soft and mailable . If it sits unused it tends to get too hard to use. Rolling thru the press revives it perfectly. CulinaryPro is the one I use and think itis the best press for polymer clay.
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If you have a sculpture that has any height or thinness in area I recommend using something inside the structure to support it like wire or crush aluminum foil to help it hold its shape. Here are some directions from the website: "If an object has a variance in thicknesses, an armature should be shaped in order to "bulk out" the thick parts - tightly crushed heavyweight aluminum foil is the best material to use. Cover form with a 1/4" thick layer of clay. Bake for 15 minutes at 275F (135C). Add a second 1/4" thick complete layer (like a skin), which can be built up slightly to show contours. Re-bake for 15 minutes at 275F (135C). Then, apply a third complete layer, adding finishing details, and re-bake for a final 15 minutes. Try to keep all parts of the sculpture of an even thickness of clay. Layering the clay is the best method to avoid cracking and maintain even thickness in a medium or large sculpture. Over baking will cause hardening of the clay, and burning can cause bubbling and cracking."
932813
I'm not positive, but there is plenty of gap to stamp just about any thickness. I just tested it with a standard size piece of a cardboard box and it worked. Those are pretty thick and unless you are using a Flinstone's stone tablet it would probably work for you.