Nothing makes a home feel cosy like the things you made yourself – and autumn Jesmonite® decor is some of the most satisfying to cast. As the evenings draw in, fill your shelves with warm, tactile pumpkins, mushrooms and candle holders, in exactly the colours you love. Here are our favourite autumn and Halloween projects …

Making your own Jesmonite® lamp is one of the most satisfying casting projects you can try – and one of the easiest to get right. You mix, pour, wait about half an hour, wire it up, and you have a designer lamp that’s completely your own, in exactly the colours you want. This step-by-step guide …

Handmade always feels more special at Christmas – and Jesmonite® makes it easy. From ornaments and little trees to candle holders and gifts, here are the seasonal projects to cast this year, the colours that feel festive, and how to finish them beautifully. 🍂 Looking for autumn or Halloween ideas? See our autumn & Halloween …

How to make a Jesmonite® tray at home A Jesmonite® tray is one of the most satisfying first projects you can cast. It looks great on a coffee table, dressing table or bathroom shelf, and it is far more forgiving than it looks. In this guide you will learn how to make a Jesmonite® tray …

How to make a Jesmonite® vase your flowers will love A handmade vase is one of the most satisfying casting projects you can take on, and it looks beautiful whether you fill it with a single dried stem or a full bunch of fresh blooms. In this guide you will learn how to make a …

Making Jesmonite® candle holders at home Jesmonite® candle holders are one of the most popular first casting projects, and they make a lovely handmade gift. They come together fast, need only a little material, and let you play with colour and texture. In this guide you’ll learn whether Jesmonite® is safe around flames, how to …

How to make Jesmonite® coasters at home Coasters are the perfect first Jesmonite® project: small, forgiving and finished in an afternoon. If you have never cast before, learning how to make Jesmonite® coasters teaches you every core skill (weighing, mixing, colouring and sealing) on a piece you will actually use every day. Not sure how …

Make your own Jesmonite® plant pots Jesmonite® plant pots are one of the most satisfying casting projects you can make: a chunky little planter that looks like stone or terrazzo, finished exactly how you want it. This guide walks you through which material to use for indoor pots versus outdoor planters, how to cast a …

How to make Jesmonite® jewellery at home Jesmonite® is not just for trays and coasters. Its smooth finish, light weight and love of colour make it perfect for small, wearable pieces. In this guide you will learn how to make Jesmonite® jewellery from start to finish: choosing the right moulds, mixing and casting earrings or …