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by Helen Stokes
Tue Apr 06, 2004 7:16 pm
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Sorry, volume weight problem again...
Replies: 22
Views: 29638

Hi Katia My method of mixing plaster is to mix by volume 50/50 plaster and silica together dry, then lightly sprinkle the dry mix over the entire surface of the water (no specific ratio of water to plaster/silica) until small peaks of plaster/silica sit on the surface. Tap the sides or bottom of the...
by Helen Stokes
Sat Mar 20, 2004 1:29 am
Forum: Photos and Stuff
Topic: My most recent
Replies: 33
Views: 41554

Beautiful work Ellen, can't help but marvel at how you have mastered the technique especially the 3d or undercuts ie. the gecko's head and edges of some leaves. congratulations Helen
by Helen Stokes
Sat Mar 20, 2004 12:53 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Kaiser Lee Board where to buy??/
Replies: 4
Views: 7225

by Helen Stokes
Sat Mar 20, 2004 12:30 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Mold Mixes information please!
Replies: 4
Views: 7063

Hi Emma, I would suggest you use dental plaster (with silica flour 200)as it is finer than potters plaster and it sets faster, it gives a good finish on the glass and is easily removed from the glass after firing. I hand build my moulds so setting faster is good for me. I mix the dental plaster and ...
by Helen Stokes
Wed Mar 17, 2004 2:32 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: web site launch
Replies: 7
Views: 15283

I wish to say thank you to those people who commented on my work and web site. It is very scary to put myself out there, I love casting and maybe now I am not a stranger to you I will join in on the discussions!
Thanks again, Helen
by Helen Stokes
Mon Mar 15, 2004 6:45 pm
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: web site launch
Replies: 7
Views: 15283

web site launch

Although I have not written in before I often read the casting questions with interest, thank you I enjoy the forum.
Just last weekend I launched my web site http://www.stokesglass.com.au and thought that I would like to share it with you.
thanks Helen