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Spray adhesive is used to bond the picture to the brass tube |
Paul uses a thin layer of glue to protect the image from being damaged by the resin |
A thin coat is rubbed on |
The glue is allowed to dry before the polyester resin is cast |
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With the image protected, a pill bottle is used as a mold for the polyester resin |
Because a hole was sanded in the side of the bottle, it must be positioned for pouring and curing |
"Castin' Craft" is a brand readily available from the local craft supply stores |
The resin and catalyst is measured, mixed, and then poured into the mold |
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The mold is rotated to help all of the bubbles to escape |
The mold is then set asside until the resin cures |
Once hardened, the blank is removed from the mold |
The excess plastic resin can be turned away yielding the familiar pen blank |
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After turning to shape, the sanding begins |
It is sanded through the grits |
There are products available to help polish the blank to a high sheen |
The blank is finished using plastic polish to bring it to a clear, high gloss finish |
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Photos by Jay Elliott |
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