Step 1: Prepare your workspace Protect your workspace with a handicraft mat so that you can work in a clean and organised manner.
Step 2: Mix the casting compound Mix Raysin and water to a creamy mixture according to the instructions on the pack. Here is the recommended mixing ratio for Raysin White: 280 ml water + 1 kg powder = 650 ml casting compound (1 part water + 3.5 parts powder) Step 3: Fill the moulds Carefully pour the casting compound into the moulds. Tap the filled mould lightly on the surface several times to release any air bubbles. After about 1 hour, you can carefully remove the castings from the mould. Then leave them to dry in the air.
Step 4: Smoothing the moulds Smooth the edges of the dried moulds with sandpaper. Remember to clean the casting moulds thoroughly after use.
Step 5: Prepare the gilding Using a basic brush, apply a thin layer of gold leaf priming milk to the areas you want to gild. After approx. 20 minutes, the surface is ready for gilding for 1 to 24 hours, depending on the substrate.
Step 6: Apply the leaf metal Using a synthetic brush, gently apply the leaf metal to the areas and press it on carefully. Leave to dry for about 12 hours and remove excess leaf metal with the synthetic brush.
Step 7: Polish and protect Polish the gold-plated areas with a cloth. Finally, apply the coating varnish to protect the gilded areas from corrosion.
Tip: Fixing candles If your stick candle is too large in diameter, you can adjust it with a candle sharpener. To hold the candle firmly in place, place an adhesive wax disc in the base of the mould.
