Iron Orchid Designs (IOD) Molds

The IOD Moulds are made from food safe materials (do not use the same set for food and crafts), and can be used to transform and create baked goods, furniture, soaps, jewelry, and just about anything you can think up in that creative brain of yours.

DIFFERENT MEDIUMS.

IOD Moulds can be used with many different mediums. We will cover the two most common here. Every medium has its own characteristics, challenges, and virtues.

Air dry clay, or paper clay: IOD paper clay is an air dry medium, and one of our favorites. Like most paper pulp based air dry clays, some shrinking, warping, and cracking is inherent. We like these qualities for a distressed, authentically vintage look. Our favorite way to apply moulded pieces is to remove them from the mould while still moist, and adhere to the surface with the appropriate glue so it conforms well. For vertical surfaces, use a piece of low tack tape to hold it in place so it doesn’t slide.

Casting resins: There are some great pourable resins available. These have completely different qualities than the paper clay. There is no shrinking or warping, and the castings are more consistent. Depending on the project, these qualities can be helpful. If you need to conform them to a curved surface, this can be done if removed from the mould before it’s completely hardened.

On releases: We find that most of the time a release is not necessary and the casting will come out without the use of a release, however, if you are having trouble with the material sticking (more common with clays than resins), a light dusting of simple cornstarch or arrowroot is a great choice.

Iron Orchid Designs (IOD) Stamps

For anyone who hasn’t used IOD stamps before, they’re essentially what they sound like:  A clear stamp - but it doesn’t stop there!

While similar in function to stamps you've used before - IOD stamps have the power to transform a piece of junk found on the side of the road to a show-stopping piece that you will be proud to display in your home for generations to come.

And DIY home decor is just the tip of the creative iceberg. IOD stamps can be used in food art ( they're food safe! ) crafts, DIY lifestyle projects and more!

Iron Orchid Designs (IOD) Paint Inlays

IOD Paint Inlays are ground-breaking, first-in-class, premium art products that are revolutionizing the DIY industry and empowering creative exploration across all skill levels. In short, they are AH-MAZING, if we do say so ourselves. (Three years in the making so we love them like our kids!)

IOD Paint Inlays are the artisanal answer to decor transfers. They’re not a decal; they’re not a synthetic film; they’re not decoupage.

When you apply an IOD Paint Inlay, paint is physically embedded into the surface of your project. After drying, the carrier paper is removed, leaving an authentic painted design and a buttery, almost leather-like surface on your piece.

Iron Orchid Designs (IOD) Transfers

IOD Transfers are pressure sensitive images that rub on to various surfaces including but not limited to furniture, small decor and crafts. When we design our transfers, it's increasingly important to us to approach them with sustainable, classic designs so that you know your hard work and artistry will be appreciated for years to come.

With a little instruction, they are easy to use and add instant beauty to your projects.

Iron Orchid Designs (IOD) Gilded Transfers

Here, you can learn more how to apply and use the IOD Gilded transfers.