https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/plaster-of-paris-decorative-tile • Posted by Bella Nunn
With this tutorial you can create as many tiles as you like, experimenting with different fabric swatches. You can also add paint to the plaster to create different colours. The possibilities are endless with this plaster craft.
With this tutorial you can create as many tiles as you like, experimenting with different fabric swatches. You can also add paint to the plaster to create different colours. The possibilities are endless with this plaster craft.
For your equipment, you will need around 50g of Plaster of Paris and a coaster mould, I found my mould on Amazon. The fabric I have chosen is a woven sample I made earlier. You can also lay down newspaper on your workspace.
Cut your fabric piece to the size that you want it.
Check your fabric will fit on the mould and work out how you want to position it.
Add most of your plaster powder into a mixing pot, saving a little extra if you need to thicken it. You will need to add 1 part cold water to 2 parts plaster. The less water you add the stronger the plaster will be, so be cautious to add a little water at a time, and you can also add extra plaster till you get a good consistency.
Mix it for 5-10 minutes, until it's smooth and then pour the mixture into the mould. You must work with the mixture before it starts to set.
Move the mould gently side-to-side to level out the mixture and get rid of any air bubbles.
While the plaster is still a paste consistency, place your fabric on top and gently press down so that the fabric sticks to the plaster.
It should look similar to this. Leave it for around 24hrs to dry, or less if you dry it outside.
Carefully remove it from the mould.