{"product_id":"bookish-mould-by-iod-iron-orchid-designs","title":"Bookish Mould by IOD - Iron Orchid Designs","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate the look of an old-world library with the \u003cstrong data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"934\"\u003eIOD Bookish Mould\u003c\/strong\u003e, a 6” x 10” silicone décor mould featuring a collection of dimensional, vintage-inspired book spines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for makers who love literary style, antique books, faux libraries, and layered decorative displays, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"1168\"\u003eBookish\u003c\/strong\u003e includes four individual book spine designs with ornate raised details, leather-like texture, recessed label areas, ribbed bands, floral accents, and classical scrollwork. Each spine casts as its own separate element, giving you the freedom to build custom book stacks, faux book fronts, bookends, wall art, journals, furniture panels, and shelf décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe casting render shows the beautiful dimensional effect: aged book spines with carved-looking ornament, worn leather texture, raised bands, and elegant blank label spaces ready for personalization. Use the castings as full spines, trim them down for varied heights, or add extra spacing between sections to create a more natural stacked-book look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply the castings to wood blanks, existing books, journals, boxes, furniture fronts, or decorative panels. Pair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/products\/the-connoisseurs-library-stamp-by-iod-iron-orchid-designs\" title=\"The Connoisseur's Library Mini Stamp by IOD - Iron Orchid Designs\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2038\" data-start=\"2003\"\u003eThe Connoisseur’s Library Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to add custom titles, labels, flourishes, numbers, or ornamental details for a personalized library aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIOD moulds are made from flexible, food-safe silicone and can be used with a variety of casting mediums, including \u003cstrong data-end=\"2368\" data-start=\"2266\"\u003eIOD Air Dry Clay, resin, polymer clay, hot glue, fondant, chocolate, and other food-safe materials\u003c\/strong\u003e when using a dedicated kitchen-only mould. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2472\" data-start=\"2451\" data-section-id=\"1pg9v04\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3106\" data-start=\"2474\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2560\" data-start=\"2474\" data-section-id=\"z7dd59\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2506\" data-start=\"2476\"\u003eClassic book spine designs\u003c\/strong\u003e for faux libraries, book stacks, and literary décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2642\" data-start=\"2561\" data-section-id=\"1sen0rf\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2595\" data-start=\"2563\"\u003eFour separate spine elements\u003c\/strong\u003e for flexible layouts and custom compositions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2744\" data-start=\"2643\" data-section-id=\"mr7txx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2717\" data-start=\"2645\"\u003eRaised bands, label panels, floral details, and leather-like texture\u003c\/strong\u003e for an antique book look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2843\" data-start=\"2745\" data-section-id=\"yk5qfa\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2805\" data-start=\"2747\"\u003eIdeal for pairing with The Connoisseur’s Library Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e to add titles and decorative labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2914\" data-start=\"2844\" data-section-id=\"1fajnor\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2873\" data-start=\"2846\"\u003eFlexible silicone mould\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy release and detailed castings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3000\" data-start=\"2915\" data-section-id=\"1kexgy5\"\u003eWorks with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2998\" data-start=\"2928\"\u003eair dry clay, resin, polymer clay, hot glue, and food-safe mediums\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3106\" data-start=\"3001\" data-section-id=\"17u2dol\"\u003ePerfect for \u003cstrong data-end=\"3106\" data-start=\"3015\"\u003efurniture artists, journal makers, mixed-media artists, DIY decorators, and book lovers\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3124\" data-start=\"3108\" data-section-id=\"1y8e3qi\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the Bookish Mould to create:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3524\" data-start=\"3160\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3180\" data-start=\"3160\" data-section-id=\"1juygpi\"\u003eFaux book stacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"3181\" data-section-id=\"dwdvkd\"\u003eDecorative bookends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3234\" data-start=\"3205\" data-section-id=\"1536psl\"\u003eLibrary-inspired wall art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3266\" data-start=\"3235\" data-section-id=\"4o39c5\"\u003eJournal and notebook covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3309\" data-start=\"3267\" data-section-id=\"rvi24b\"\u003eBook spine overlays for existing books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3356\" data-start=\"3310\" data-section-id=\"9rfuf9\"\u003eFurniture drawer fronts and cabinet panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3393\" data-start=\"3357\" data-section-id=\"172tqwt\"\u003eKeepsake boxes and storage boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3431\" data-start=\"3394\" data-section-id=\"qjcs13\"\u003eShelf décor and vintage vignettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3483\" data-start=\"3432\" data-section-id=\"1moq0d6\"\u003ePersonalized faux libraries with stamped titles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3524\" data-start=\"3484\" data-section-id=\"pufpvo\"\u003eLiterary-themed gifts and home décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3544\" data-start=\"3526\" data-section-id=\"189qedo\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3556\" data-start=\"3546\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron Orchid Designs\u003cbr data-end=\"3579\" data-start=\"3576\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3591\" data-start=\"3579\"\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bookish IOD Mould\u003cbr data-end=\"3612\" data-start=\"3609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3621\" data-start=\"3612\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6” x 10”\u003cbr data-end=\"3633\" data-start=\"3630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3646\" data-start=\"3633\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible silicone\u003cbr data-end=\"3667\" data-start=\"3664\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3677\" data-start=\"3667\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage library, antique book, European, literary, classical\u003cbr data-end=\"3741\" data-start=\"3738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3754\" data-start=\"3741\"\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faux books, book stacks, journals, bookends, furniture embellishments, wall art, mixed media, air dry clay, and resin casting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3896\" data-start=\"3884\" data-section-id=\"1d9ec68\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor food use, keep a separate mould dedicated only to edible materials. Do not use the same mould for both crafting mediums and food-safe projects.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"IOD Air Dry Clay (new formula, 2019) by Iron Orchid Designs\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/products\/air-dry-clay-new-formula-2019-by-iron-orchid-designs\"\u003eIOD Air Dry Clay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, which was formulated to work with all of our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"IOD Moulds\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/collections\/iron-orchid-designs-moulds\"\u003eIOD Moulds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Amazing Casting Resin (Alumilite's White)\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/products\/amazing-casting-resin-white\"\u003eAmazing Casting Resin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby Alumilite, which offers a near perfect cosmetic casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood safe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent Mediums. \u003c\/strong\u003eIOD 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir dry clay, or paper clay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"IOD Air Dry Clay (new formula, 2019) by Iron Orchid Designs\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/products\/air-dry-clay-new-formula-2019-by-iron-orchid-designs\"\u003eIOD Air Dry Clay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCasting resins:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThere are some great pourable resins available, like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Amazing Casting Resin (Alumilite's White)\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/products\/amazing-casting-resin-white\"\u003eAmazing Casting Resin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. These have completely different qualities than the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"IOD Air Dry Clay (new formula, 2019) by Iron Orchid Designs\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/products\/air-dry-clay-new-formula-2019-by-iron-orchid-designs\"\u003eIOD Air Dry Clay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn releases:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo learn how to use this product, and for the best tips and techniques, please visit our \u003ca title=\"Iron Orchid Design Inspiration (IOD) Videos, How-To's, \u0026amp; Tutorials @ The Painted Heirloom\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/pages\/iron-orchid-design-inspiration-iod-videos-how-tos-tutorials\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIron Orchid Design Inspiration (IOD) Videos, How-To's, \u0026amp; Tutorials\u003c\/a\u003e page for detailed guides and information.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"I.O.D.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43285260337241,"sku":"MOU-BOOKISH","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/8146\/3095\/files\/IOD-MOU-BOO_mould_render-1.jpg?v=1777932472","url":"https:\/\/paintedheirloom.com\/products\/bookish-mould-by-iod-iron-orchid-designs","provider":"The Painted Heirloom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}