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My 6-Step Guide To Launching Your Handmade Mold-Based Product Line
How to start with $42 and build a thriving handmade business Step #1: Planning Choose a niche category and decide on the product you want to focus on. Choose a niche category and product that aligns with your interests and skills but also has market demand. Examples of niche categories with specific products: Decide on…
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The 15-day system I used to make my first 100 concrete coasters
(On My Kitchen Counter) When I started, I only had a 1 3D-printed coaster master model, 5 liters (1.32 gallon) of silicone rubber, and a bag of concrete mix. That’s it. What made the difference was how I used that one master model and turned it into a repeatable system. Let me walk you through…
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How I scaled one 3D print into a small décor business
I focused on one design and doubled down on one product. 1. How I started I got into making my first mold and concrete coaster because I needed one for my desk. The only two requirements I had were: it must be functional and serve as a decor piece. I didn’t expect it to go…
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How to start making molds at home even if you’re a complete beginner
Answer: Get a reusable master model and it will fix all your problems! Ok, let me break it down for you: 1: Get a Master Model This is the prototype of your product. It is the original shape of the product you want to turn into a mold. It could be 3D modelled and 3D-printed…
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How I created 34 molds and made hundreds of concrete coasters
I created a product line in 35 days using just one 3D-printed master model. Here’s the strategy I used: I made one silicone mold a day and each day I made a mold I used all the molds I have to create concrete coasters. Here’s how I did it: Step 1: I 3D printed a…
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A messy mold led to a reusable master model.
You ever made a mold so messy it made you want to quit altogether? That was me when I was making my very first mold. Well, I glued together 36 marbles into a coaster shape and used a cardboard box as a mold box. The entire design looked promising until I poured silicone over it…
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How to make a concrete coaster using the silicone mold
Materials: Tools: Step-by-Step Step 1: Set Up Your Workspace Step 2: Mix Your Concrete In a mixing container, combine: Adding Additives (Optional) Adding Color (Optional) Adding Water Pro Tip: Always mix additives and pigments before adding water to prevent clumping and uneven texture. Step 3: Pour into the Mold Avoiding Air Bubbles: Not tapping enough…
