That’s so kind to say! Using a smooth cement mix to achieve smoothness in a planter is important. Thanks again. You could add the other layer within the hour. I use the nylons as my mold. Hope that helps, Hi there In my tutorials, I specify the concrete mixture consistency. See my witch, she has a lot of texture. If I am right it looks like a glue type substance that can add strength? It’s like NOT doing the dishes… We are not making a sidewalk here, usually just smaller craft objects. Soooo many wonderful ideas to try. As for the member, yikes, it’s the thumb of the hand! thanks so much. Thank you! There is something about this mix that does make the end product much finer though, as there are many additives to set it quick and add that strength. I’ve been using Bastion 20kg Real White Cement & Westbuild 20kg Sand And Cement Dry Mix. Rapidset Cementall is a brand name for a quickset concrete. Utility knives are a wonderfully flexible tool in working with concrete crafts, and they are especially useful when demolding. Getting a spray bottle and dust mask will be some tools I’ll get for when working with concrete. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. This is usually not a problem if the mold itself is flexible, like a silicone or rubber mold. I hate to just regurgitate what is on the net so I wanted something comletely unique. So it may not be quite as strong as pure fastset. If it was whole new one it would be a different story but I bet the torsos are quite heavy so the legs need to be pretty solid. I am just starting playing with cement, what is the best kind for soaking old teddy bears in, I find just Portland Cement works for my draping so it should work for the teddies. I would do a small mix test sample. A cut that isn’t straight will result in a planter that’s not level, or even worse, a candle that’s not level. Making things with concrete is much easier than you think. Or would it work if I just use it with the gravel,will it turn out good? In addition, you can use a table belt sander. Most rapid or fast setting mixes are also quick curing, but not all. Peel away the carton when the cement hardens and you have yourself a small house. I avoid any mold release even to the risky point. The coasters use so little mix that it’s easier than a cake. Use these to start a cut at the edge of plastic and then use needle nose pliers to tear the rest off. The next thing to consider is what will hold the heavy shape til it is cured and will you be able to get it out? Hi barb, I love everything you make your so creative, on one of the pictures you have a set of giant lips such as a huge face , thats what I’ve been looking for to make, how did you do that? I personally like the bubbles so that it looks like concrete’ not plastic. Now to find the time to just jump in and play! I had no idea that much would through my writing. I want to make smaller orbs to fill with water and float a votive. I’m looking for a recipe that will resemble cobblestone with the black speckled look. This is a typical mixture consistency for casting cement into narrow cavities. Any substitute? You could add sand and peat etc but it tends to sit on the surface since it won’t get absorbed by the fibres. Those do a nice job on most tools. It would be well worth it if you are not making a lot. Portland Cement can be purchased as is so that you can make your own mix by adding other aggregates. When ever I am in doubt, I do a small test pour, just a bit to see how easy it comes out. The idea is not to push it out that far, just enough to get rid of the way it is very indented. This mix can be used at different consistencies such as pourable or thicker malleable concrete. The Rapidset Cementall is quite light coloured but not pure white. Needle-nose pliers are another must-have. 1. My daughter wants to make little cement gems using a silicone mold. When possible use colouring made for concrete. First, start with a dry paper towel and then usually take a wet one to go over it one last time. A dye or stain that is applied after the concrete has cured. If you mix cement powder, gravel (also known as “aggregate”), and sand (aka “sharp sand”) with water, then you’ll make concrete. (cover during the winter to prevent water freezing in it). I find it does sometimes make the concrete act weird like coagulating. If you would like to see side-by-side comparison of a few mixes visit my post about fast-set and extra strength mixes. So very happy with your fantastic info. It is a simple mix of portland cement and sand. It will depend on what mix your use. For full details on choosing the right concrete or cement mix, please see Making Concrete and Cement Crafts Tests . Here are the definitions for terms commonly used in making cement and concrete crafts. This post is so full of great info all in one place!!! disposable gloves to mix the cement and water or a painters stick. Feel free to ask me any questions below in the comments. In pantyhose? I did a quick search and I think this is the same as portland cement. Very amazing and informative content! This is now a great ‘sanding disc’, instead of using sandpaper or emery cloth. Sand Topping Mix is also one of my favourites. What say you? I usually have a spray bottle handy for the wetting. Plastic buckets work well if you are working a bit larger scale. Happy concreting! If you like the more rough industrial look this concrete has less of that since the aggregates are very very (powdered sugar-like) fine. I hate dust! What would you suggest is the best. I use a product called Ultracal 30. I do not want to make a cloud of dust! Good luck! I was initially surprised to see you could make such creative home decor by simply using a bag of concrete, but now I am day dreaming of all the awesome things I want to make. I don’t want the square houses I wanted to look like a logs in crooked little doors chimneys. Concrete is a mix of portland cement, aggregates, water and other optional additives that give the mix certain characteristics. Sometimes it takes a bit of thinking at how to design to create less bulk = less weight. Be sure to wear durable nitrile gloves if you intend on mixing your concrete by hand. If you can testing with PH strips will help…. Keep in mind that you do risk cracking if you do this. Mortar is the bonding material between bricks, concrete block, stone, and many other masonry materials.It is made from Portland cement, lime, sand, and water in varying ratios. The best ratio is 1 part silica sand to 2 parts cement, 1 part latex, a small amount of microfibers and 4 parts water. The spray-on sealer is not at all visible. My concern is the safety of the sealer interacting with the candle flame. I’d say they are still slightly smaller than 12″. Enjoyed your site , thanks. Portland cement will be more smooth to be able to impregnate the fibres. The Rapidset Cementall is very dense and does not seem to absorb much moisture at all. Once it goes through it’s reaction, which usually involves some heat production it ends up almost as hard as stone. I have been wanting to try my hands on concrete Crafting , making hypertufa first (glad I found your website) but couldn’t find Portland cement here in Queensland, Australia. Whether you use a lubricant or not should be mostly based on the mold. In my experience it’s not quite like just mixing paint. Have you been wanting to make cement crafts and are struggling with the first step? I live in Australia so I’ll have to research the equivalent products over here. Both methods work well. It is a general purpose mix and you can tap and use s tir stick to get the bubbles out. There are many terms used when working with concrete and it’s helpful to understand what they mean. First time I’ve ever posted on here . Mix 1 part sifted Portland cement with 3 parts sifted, fine sand and about 1/2 part water. If you get the wrong mix, it will usually not work. I just found your wonderful site. If you don’t wear gloves for mixing cement/concrete, and it comes into contact with your skin for too long (which could be seconds), then it will burn your skin or cause it to peel later on. Wow. Hope you don’t mind me picking your brains but can you please tell me what you use to make lightweight concrete products? I would like to ask a question. See here: and also here You need to figure out where the seams or separation will be. In order for me to deliver valuable content for free, it takes both time and money. The lime is highly alkaline and makes the soil alkaline which most succulents prefer. Reading your projects has helped in many areas. See how I make mine here 1/4″ is too thin for a regular mix. This can be done with larger, flat pieces of concrete. Your email address will not be published. I don’t make the solid orbs as they use a lot of concrete and need the glass. The height you need will come from the height specified in the tutorial. Do consider what surface will be touching the concrete as you may need some mold release. The list goes on and on for all the different things you can do to jazz up concrete! Might be expensive but no harm in investigating. So if when you pour the it back in a bowl, and that turns out to be about a cup of water, then you probably need about a cup of wet cement. Isela, Hmmm, sounds like a bit of a patch job? Hope it helps! The beauty of this mix is that sets really fast and is workable. If so, how much longer is the dry time? Just be careful of there is any part that will collect water, as freezing over the winter will damage that. As you talked about it, I thought about how the texture and consistency can change depending on what you mix with it. I like feeling the grit, so that’s part of it. This post has links to all the different concrete things to make. (oil, or spray), Hi Barb -love your ideas and suggestions. Enjoy! These are great for grabbing corners of molds and tearing them off- assuming they are plastic. If you add some fibres that will strengthen as well. Which concrete are you using? Canvas drop cloth. I use the #60 grit and #200 grit the most. It is probably going to be a lot of work nut maybe there is sentimental attachment to them.May they did not have any reinforcement in the legs and that is why they broke to begin with. We happen to be a professional concrete company, we have used many of the tips and tricks offered in the article, and we can attest they are actually very good. It needs to get into the fabric quite well to do it’s job. Cement and concrete contain silica which is released in the dust. I add sand to my mix. I have seen that most people who seal their driveways have to repeat all the time. Cement House: This is something exciting and you can help your kids to make it. I make other orbs that are hollow. I have gathered most of what I need, a great addition to the creative clutter in my home! It is more expensive though. So, there you have it! Do I use sakkrete or make my own. That is a tough one. Good luck! However, if you are using Cement All, be sure to sand right after removing the piece from the mold or it will be too hard (literally) to do by hand. Is this correct A divot or set-in place in your mold that when the cement is removed, it will get stuck. It’s no mystery that I have quite the love for working in concrete. Also, you can make a cut in the plastic mold from top to bottom and pull the concrete out. Thanks! It is also more expensive due to those ingredients. Use paper fiber insulation as binder, paper strips or fibermesh, a product designed specifically for use with concrete to provide strength and prevent cracking. It is similar to working with plaster of paris but is much more durable. When I took the plastic off today, I had fine cracks all through the leaf and when I carefully turned it over and take the leaf off, the edges started crumbling and the whole thing falling apart. Hey Barb, you have the BEST site on this subject. Read through and pick a project! I did it in tights and ended up buying quickcrete high strength. HI! Each one uses a specific mix. This list of terms applies to mixtures for cement crafts where smooth types of cement are being used like Portland Cement (with a 2:1 cement to sand ratio), mortar mixes, Quikrete Quick Setting Cement, and CTS Cement All. TIA , Some say to soak in water for a month. The uncut long edge of 14″ is your straightedge. So I design ways to keep that part to the minimum. Was it the quickcrete Sand Topping mix? Some, not many, have broken. The thickest part of the leg might be 3 or 4 inches at the hock. Thank you in advance if you respond. Thanks for sharing your detailed knowledge . Keep them coming please. I bought this, because I am trying to fix a urn that is broken from the bottom. See more ideas about portland cement, cement crafts, flower pots. Interested in making concrete planters? I do similar but take out the ball after use and then I can use again or leave a nice shape like these or like these for candles. Thick milkshake, fluid- for a skim coat or layering as with the Cement Balloon Planter or pouring/casting like the Cement Cone Vase. No matter what I try, bottled water, clean interior molds. In warmer weather, I keep my mixing water in an ice cooler which helps a great deal in slowing down set times, giving me more time to work with the concrete. ‘Just spreading the creative way…. The particles will settle and you can use this for a while. Sometimes I pop a load of laundry in and pour a bit of concrete… both done about same time! I’ve used the Shapecrete, it’s ok…. I can’t keep up making all the ideas that pop into this brain of mine… If you try it let me know. I just completed my first doll head mold and pour. I have to bathe the leaves in a vinegar/water spray for a few minutes and then neutralize it with a baking soda/water mix in order to prevent chalking on the paint. I think it would be problematic to have a waterproof paint unless you use something like a pool paint. Oh, sounds like fun! I hope I have taken away some of the fear of being covered in concrete. You help take the mystery out of all the different types of concrete (& availability), best uses and final results. I have an old shirt I would like to dip and then hang outside. If using a fuzzy fabric then I use the ‘Portland Cement” since the fabric is the ‘aggregate’. Thank you so much for sharing!!!!! I’m looking for a way to cement my little daughters sneakers. Silica is very harmful to your lungs and eyes and can even cause cancer with long term exposure. Any donations will be used directly to bring you new and useful content! My favorite is still the Rapid set, as it seems it is yours too…. How to deal with the leftover concrete mix? Well, that is a good question… I personally like the look of aged old plain concrete. A spreadable cement mixture consistency, not runny. What is the best concrete to use for design stepping stone. Once I have a bunch I will post! In my observation of concrete that has been sealed I always see that it fails after time. When done, pour off the water and let the bottom sludge harden/dry to be knocked out. The industry standard uses a 1-2-3 formula with one part portland cement, two parts sand, and three parts aggregate for a 4,500-psi mix. I used the same type of concrete last year and had no issues but I wasn’t making stepping stones. The RapidSet Cementall seems like a grout and does cure so smooth that it will shine if cast on a smooth surface. Thanks for talking more about Portland cement. How amazing is it that I can connect with the whole world?! But why do you need a sealer?? The Rapidset Cementall states that it can be used in a fluid or or mose plastic state. I actually like the look of uncoloured aged concrete, even if it gets a bit green/mossy. It is really strong and can be very smooth! I’m new at crafting with cement and I LOVE it. Thank You I have also used the silicone to mend/fix. Happy making! Love the look of concrete crafts? But all the quick cement seems to harden so fast. You seem so patient in your explanation. Crafters need to be careful! Happy making. Also, take care that you have the straightedge covering the piece of tube that will be your mold. I’d prefer to not have aggregates show through the surface. You can also get creative by adding textures to concrete. Flowers. I’m worried about crevices in the original. Leaf casting is so much fun! Thanks! Happy making, you’ll figure it out! It isn’t as bad as you had imagined?! Once it goes through it’s reaction, which usually involves some heat production it ends up almost as hard as stone. Here are the five best DIY cement crafts projects for getting started. Also, your fingers will be too slippery for many molds and these will be key in aiding with grip. And I struggle getting it to be level and air bubbles out.. What other type of cement product would you use.. Also do or have you used a vibrating table to help get the air bubbles out?? You could also use acrylic/latex paint. All you need is a milk carton. I know it seems complicated when shopping for mixes as they have multiple uses. The silicone/cornstarch are bit ‘stickier’ so it’s maybe a bit safer to use some. Concrete likes to breathe…, Thanks for the quick reply. Wow, I have not had that happen. To get the concrete nearly waterproof, then you can seal it. You can probably skip the #100 and #400. Sometimes I use 4:2:2 portland, vermiculite, and rough sand. It is so fine it almost doesn’t even look like concrete. Have used it in a more fluid state (for the monster eggs) and it still sets well and is strong. nice information, please guide whether mix of cement and sand is good for art work ( small size objects) or only cement is recommended? You can’t let concrete go down your sink drain, and other than building a concrete sink trap, this is the next best thing. I was wondering what you use to finish your projects. That way it is not going to waste much. I am not familiar with it. I am glad you said to have a dust mask when working with concrete. Add white portland cement with binder in a 1:1 ratio in a 5-gallon bucket. I recently found your page as I was searching for the best type of concrete for fiber art and your page was presented. Another important note about working with concrete is that you must wear a mask when mixing concrete and when sanding.

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