Woodman Casting 37 -

| Setting | How to Enhance | |--------|----------------| | | Mount on a small wooden pedestal; add a tiny LED “torch” at the base for a dramatic glow. | | Home décor | Pair with a small potted fern or moss; back‑light with a warm LED strip. | | Collector’s shelf | Use a low‑dust acrylic display case; include a small plaque with the number and artist name. |

| Item | Suggested Supplier | |------|--------------------| | (polymer clay or 3‑D printed model) | Sculpey, Blend‑Sculpt, or Shapeways | | Silicone rubber (platinum‑cure) | Smooth‑On, Alumilite | | Mold box (foam board or wood) | Any craft store | | Resin (UV‑stable polyurethane) | Alumilite, EasyCast, or Castin’‑Clear | | Pigments (acrylic or powdered) | Vallejo, Ceramists’ Choice | | Vacuum chamber (optional) | Small tabletop unit | | Pressure pot (optional) | 30 psi pressure pot | | Paint & brushes | Acrylic hobby paints | | Clear coat (matte) | Krylon, Mod Podge Matte | | Safety gear | Nitrile gloves, safety glasses, respirator (R‑95 or better) | woodman casting 37