Making your first cast is easier than you think, and Jesmonite® is one of the friendliest materials to start with. It is water-based, non-toxic and solvent-free, so you can work at the kitchen table without harsh fumes. In this guide you will learn exactly how to cast with Jesmonite® from start to finish: what to …

If you have seen those pastel trays, speckled coasters and stone-look vases all over Instagram and wondered what they are made from, the answer is usually Jesmonite®. In this complete beginner’s guide you will learn what Jesmonite® is, what it is made of, how it compares to plaster, concrete and epoxy, and exactly what you …

The mould you cast into shapes everything that comes out of it, so getting it right matters as much as the mix. This guide walks you through choosing silicone moulds for Jesmonite®, from the types available to picking the right one for your project, plus how to demould, clean and care for your moulds so …

10 things to make with Jesmonite® Jesmonite® is one of the friendliest casting materials for beginners: it’s water-based, non-toxic and can demould in as little as 30 minutes with AC100. Once you’ve mixed your first batch, the hard part is deciding what to pour it into. If you’re wondering exactly what to make with Jesmonite®, …

How much Jesmonite® do I need for my mould? If you have ever mixed too little and watched your cast come up short, or made a huge batch and binned half of it, this guide is for you. The good news is it takes no complicated maths. With a jug of water, a set of …

Choosing your first Jesmonite® can feel confusing when three names keep coming up: AC100, AC730 and AC84. They look similar on a shelf, but they behave differently and suit different projects. This guide walks through Jesmonite® AC100 vs AC730 (plus AC84), so you can pick the right one the first time and avoid buying the …