Grapes Mould (IOD) Iron Orchid Designs- 6x10

Bring the abundance of a Mediterranean vineyard to your painted furniture and decor with the Grapes Decor Mould by Iron Orchid Designs. Nine elements spanning an extraordinary size range — from a massive 49ml/74g large grape cluster down to a tiny 0.4ml/0.6g single grape accent — all sculpted with the full, rounded depth of genuine carved stone relief. Every individual grape is a perfect sphere in deep relief; every vine leaf shows full vein and lobe detail; every tendril curl is a delicate spiral. The result, when applied to a painted surface, is indistinguishable from genuine architectural plasterwork.

The Grapes mould is one of the most sculpturally dramatic in the IOD range. The large grape cluster at 49ml/74g is among the deepest and most voluminous single elements available — the individual grapes project so far from the surface that they cast genuine shadows at different times of day, creating a living, changing composition. Compose a full vineyard harvest scene across a large cabinet door, use the medium cluster and vine leaves as a standalone composition on a tray or headboard, or scatter individual grapes and tendrils as accent elements across a frame or set of drawers. Media quantity guides are printed directly on the mould sheet for every element.

Mould Elements and Media Quantities

• Large Grape Cluster — large full bunch of grapes with individually rounded spherical grapes in deep relief — 49ml / 74g
• Medium Grape Cluster — medium bunch of grapes with vine stem — 25ml / 38g
• Large Vine Leaf with Stem — large grape vine leaf with full lobe and vein detail, curling stem — 18ml / 27g
• Small Vine Leaf — small grape vine leaf with vein detail — 11ml / 17g
• Small Grape Cluster — small bunch of grapes — 4ml / 6g
• Tiny Grape Cluster — tiny cluster of grapes, ideal as a corner or filler accent — 4.2ml / 6.3g
• Single Grape — single large grape, ideal as a repeating accent or filler element — 1.4ml / 2.4g
• Vine Tendril Curl — delicate spiral vine tendril — 0.6ml / 0.9g
• Tiny Single Grape Accent — smallest accent element — 0.4ml / 0.6g

Design Applications

• Compose a full vineyard harvest scene: large cluster centre, medium cluster flanking, vine leaves above, small clusters and tendrils scattered around — a complete still-life panel for a large cabinet door or wine cabinet
• Apply the large cluster and vine leaves as a standalone composition on a large tray, serving board, or headboard panel
• Use the medium cluster and small vine leaf as a repeating motif across a set of kitchen drawers or a dining room sideboard
• Scatter single grapes and tendril curls as accent elements across a frame, mirror, or set of drawer pulls
• Combine with IOD botanical transfers for a layered harvest still-life mixing cast relief grapes with flat transfer botanicals
• Paint in deep purple, dusty sage, or antique cream and finish with raw umber dry-brush for a Tuscan fresco palette

How to Use

1. Press your chosen medium firmly into the mould, working from the center outward to eliminate air pockets between the individual grape spheres.
2. Smooth the back flat with a palette knife or your finger.
3. Allow to set or cure fully according to your medium's instructions.
4. Flex the silicone mould gently to release the cast ornament.
5. Adhere to your surface using strong craft adhesive or gel medium.
6. Once dry, paint, gild, dry-brush, or wax over the ornament to integrate it with your piece.

Tips for Best Results

• Use the media quantity guides on the mould to measure your medium before pressing — the large cluster at 49ml/74g requires significant medium volume; measure carefully to avoid running short mid-press.
• For the large grape cluster: press medium firmly into every individual grape cavity — air pockets between the spheres are the most common issue with this element. Work slowly and press firmly.
• For the vine tendril curl: this is a very fine element — press medium carefully and allow to cure fully before releasing to avoid breakage.
• Lightly mist the mould with water before pressing in air-dry clay to prevent sticking.
• For IOD Decor Mousse: press firmly, scrape the back flat, and allow to air-dry in the mould for 20 minutes before releasing the large cluster — longer than smaller elements due to depth.
• Dry-brush with raw umber or purple-toned wax over cream paint to bring out the individual grape sphere detail beautifully.
• Prime cast pieces before painting for best paint adhesion.

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