pigdestroyer Posted August 12, 2008 Report Share Posted August 12, 2008 For the multi color pours I use 2 cups and 1 microwave. Well, that's my setup. Do you mind elaborating? Do you cook the cups at the same time? I assume that you have to. I think keeping the mold hot on a burner (lmk if this is unsafe) should give me more time to pour multi-colors and still give them a nice blend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pastorshane Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 I heat both colors at the same time in the micro, and then use my divided cups or for some I pour the first color then as soon as I can with out the plastic completly blending yet blend with no cold crack I pour the second color. If the molds are warm it does help but slows down the demolding process. Practice is the key, you will get the hang of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outdooradvantage Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 I start with 4 oz of plastic in 1 cup. Heat it for aprox. 2 min. Then I pour 2 oz in my second cup add colors,salt and glitter of choice to each cup. Pour bottom color into half of mold with the bolts first. Put molds together then pour second color. Then reheat, kind of a trick to get the timing down but it should not take long. If you need anymore help feel free to PM me. Hope this helps. Jeff............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigdestroyer Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 I made my first multi-color pour last night. I think they came out really nice. Heating the mold on my stove, while pouring, really gave it a nice blend. The only issue is, it took about 5 times longer to cool. I tried to take some pictures, but I can't seem to find my cable for it. When I find it I will post. I put a little more flake than I wanted, but I can live with it. Color is: Watermellon, red flk (top) : Dark green (bottom) I did my best with what I have. 3 color and 2 flakes. I have orders in for more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigdestroyer Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 I start with 4 oz of plastic in 1 cup. Heat it for aprox. 2 min. Then I pour 2 oz in my second cup add colors,salt and glitter of choice to each cup. Pour bottom color into half of mold with the bolts first. Put molds together then pour second color. Then reheat, kind of a trick to get the timing down but it should not take long. If you need anymore help feel free to PM me. Hope this helps. Jeff............. Thanks for the info. When I get my 2-part molds I may PM you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outdooradvantage Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 No problem glad to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigdestroyer Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 (edited) Here are the photos. First attempt at multi-colors. This is my third time pouring worms. Has a little more flake than I wanted, but I can live with it. Color is: Watermellon, red flk (top) : Dark green (bottom) I did my best with what I have. 3 color and 2 flakes. I have orders in for more. Edited August 17, 2008 by redg8r huge pics removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outdooradvantage Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 Nothing wrong with them. nice job...............Jeff................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 Looks like a really cool "camo" color. I think you've got a winner there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Prager Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 Do you put the glass measuring cup directly on the hotplate to keep the plastic hot after microwaving? Is that its purpose?Does anyone have a template online for the divider to create a divided cup (8oz Anchor)? I know how to make one, but I don't have a saw to cut the POP in half. Any other help (from anyone)? DO NOT put the Pyrex cup on the hotplate! Definitely an accident waiting to happen. As far as the divider for the cup goes.......there were some earlier threads and some picyures were posted. Do a search for them. They are full of good stuff from several people. I've yet to try it myself. You should be able to make a template out of a piece of cardboard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigdestroyer Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 DO NOT put the Pyrex cup on the hotplate! Yeah. I read that on Dels Forum earlier. Thanks for the compliments guys. It is not exactly the color I was going for, but I am happy with it. It really was just suppose to be a test to see how the colors bond. My next multi will be more contrasting just so I can get a better view of how they are coming together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallie Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 DO NOT put the Pyrex cup on the hotplate! Definitely an accident waiting to happen. As far as the divider for the cup goes.......there were some earlier threads and some picyures were posted. Do a search for them. They are full of good stuff from several people. I've yet to try it myself. You should be able to make a template out of a piece of cardboard What I use is what I believe are silicone pot holders. I got them at Walmart. They keep the cups from breaking and protect your work surface - mine is white formica. The plastic you spill doesn't stick to it either. I think they were five bucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Brabant Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 Do you put the pot holders on the hot plate and then the cup on top of that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallie Posted August 17, 2008 Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 Ed - I misread 152nd's post. I use the silicone pot holders on the bench to keep from setting down hot cups on cool surfaces. When I am doing multiple cups, I find I need to be able to set one down and if there is too much difference between the cup and the surface you set it on, it can shatter. I don't use hotplates. Sorry for the confusion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawghunterbaits Posted August 17, 2008 Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 pig, as far as making a template for a divided cup, I use a piece of cardboard to start with, I cut it as close as I can to fit the cup. I then trim it as close as I can centering on the handle and the pouring spout. It does not have to be perfect,as the jb weld will fill in around it when you r done. I then trace this to a piece of aluminum and cut out with a jig saw. Hope this helps. Feel free to check out some of my swirls at hawgunterbaits.net If you need any help let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
