I created these 2011 Christmas ornaments to try some new creative processes I have never used before. First was to see if I could machine wax (the mold) with a high enough surface finish that I wouldn’t have to spend hours in finish bench work. (Success)

Next was to understand the process of resin casting multiple parts. (Success)

Third was to make something unique for Christmas 2011. (Success)

These went to all the family members. Not a tremendously wonderful gift item but I hope a keepsake ornament for the tree. I have a truly unique idea that I will probably see many others the same for next Christmas. I also plan to be casting in pewter by that time.

I think this qualifies as another contribution of Dimensional Art.

See the process HERE.

I am thinking about low temperature type of casting. That is metal temperatures under 600 degrees and suitable for RTV type mold making. Nothing cast in stone here but I suppose that is possible too. Ha! The first rule is there are no rules except for my rules. The second rule is to go back to the first rule. I am a benign dictator to myself.

This art craft includes casting toy soldiers sort of thing but I doubt I will be doing much of that. I am currently interested in pewter (lead free) and just about any other material I can play with. My intent is to sell what I make if it is good enough. Designs can be anything from jewelry, to house wares, to metal or plastic model parts. I don’t know where I am headed at this point. If I enjoy how it looks and can make some profit then it is fair game.

I consider this an art to be learned and constantly developed. That is why I am posting this alert here in Dimensional Art.org. The name seems to fit. I won’t be posting any how-to’s as that is not the purpose of this blog. Just watch for some results in the next few months.