Actually just got some silicone molds today and concrete , ill see tomorrow they turn out but they aint that big so gonna try with the bigger plastic skull i have
Awesome! Yeah, it is a little early in the year to find these plastic skulls at the Dollar Tree, but you might find some at Goodwill or your local thrift store if that's your jam (it is mine - love thrift shopping). I have made some of these out of leftover tile grout as well and they turn out like beautiful sand sculptures due to the texture of the dry grout (there is always markdown grout at hardware stores from people ripping bags - you can get it super cheap). I love making these things and plan on making a bunch this year (all my old molds finally cracked or wore out, so I am on the lookout for some new ones too). I get a kick out of making them, painting them, and then just randomly leaving them places for people to find.
Wow. Cool idea. Might be worth a try. I think I would "fill" from the top instead of the bottom just to make it easier to place the wick. This has got me seriously intrigued. I have a ton of spare wax and Dollar Tree has these skulls back in stock. I might have to try this. If I do, I will post a video. Thanks!
@@HNXMedia yes please do, I would love to know if it works bc I have tons of the 💀for Halloween and thought it would be Kool to have flaming ones for a prop..lol
What I used is called Uncoupling Mortar made by Custom Building Products. Essentially is is a bunch of left over mortar that I have from doing ceramic tile floor (its the leveling mortar underneath the tile). I have also made them out of the grout that I have left over as well. It is basically just "concrete" without all the pebbles and stuff in it. You can use anything like that that you want. You can experiment and see what turns out the best.
What I used in this video is Mapei Porcelain Tile Mortar (but that is just because that's what I had on hand left over from a rehab). I have used all types of left over mortars, grouts and such. Any fine grain, outdoor (or bath) concrete/grout mix should work. The finer the particles the better (to get the best detail). Don't rush, let it cure as long as possible before removing it from the skulls. If you cut the skulls carefully for removal, you can re-tape them and use them over and over (just clean well between uses). Hope this helps.
Hope the video gave you some ideas. They paint up nicely. You can check our IG feed for some photos of them in the past. Might be doing an update video showing some painted ones. Thanks for watching.
Awesome! Thank you for adding this suggestion. So simple but will certainly make a world of difference for mold release at the end of the project. Happy haunting!
Try to find a "fine powdered" mortar mix with no rocks/pebbles. Let them "set up" for at least 7 days before removing them from the molds. They may need to "cure" for several days after that before painting. I just made a new batch this year and the paint schemes are coming out fantastic. I occasionally post them to our Instagram. Best of luck. Have fun!
Thanks! Hope it gave you some ideas. I occasionally post painted ones to our IG and do update videos like this one here: Concrete Skulls Painting- Halloween Project ua-cam.com/video/MOocT2Gdq_0/v-deo.html
I would not recommend it. The mortar I used is not rated for heat. You could probably get them close or maybe set them into a "second layer" outside the main heat brick/stone. Now, if you used a "fire-able clay" as your compound you probably could. Outdoors they last very well. I have left them outside for over a year with zero wear.
@@HarshmanHills Cool. Give yourself some lead time. The mortar I use can take up to 7 days to set up before I can remove it from the mold. Takes another 3-5 to cure (i.e. become dry enough to paint). I'll post a couple from this year to IG later to show you how a recent batch turned out.
@@karenpenna7788 Thank you so much. Yes, I think concrete would work. The trick will be to mix it smooth enough without getting all the "lumpy gravel bits" along the edge. In this video, I used a bunch of left over ceramic tile mortar (just like concrete but without the aforementioned bits). It is super smooth and as long as you "tap out" all the bubbles, they turn out great. I put one in a cave entrance on my property and it has held up well (it has some moss growth that makes it look really cool - I left it there in case I get any trespassers to freak them out). Thanks for the support and have fun making yours. Peace!
@@landontyler400 What you really want is called "thin set" or "ceramic tile mortar." It is sold in hardware stores in the flooring section and designed to be used under ceramic tile to hold it in place. It sets up like concrete, but it is a fine powder with no "rocks" in it. The brand I use is called Mapei and is sold in the States at Lowes. I have also used Mapei sanded grout for a more "sand stone" finish, but it is much more difficult to work with.
Don't bother peeling the plastic off. Just throw them into the fire. There will be some toxic fumes but it's probably worth it. (You may even like the fumes.)
This deserves a like, share and subscribe. Thank you for this.
Much appreciated! Making some more this weekend. The season is upon us!
Awesome , gonna try this
Actually just got some silicone molds today and concrete , ill see tomorrow they turn out but they aint that big so gonna try with the bigger plastic skull i have
Awesome! Yeah, it is a little early in the year to find these plastic skulls at the Dollar Tree, but you might find some at Goodwill or your local thrift store if that's your jam (it is mine - love thrift shopping). I have made some of these out of leftover tile grout as well and they turn out like beautiful sand sculptures due to the texture of the dry grout (there is always markdown grout at hardware stores from people ripping bags - you can get it super cheap). I love making these things and plan on making a bunch this year (all my old molds finally cracked or wore out, so I am on the lookout for some new ones too). I get a kick out of making them, painting them, and then just randomly leaving them places for people to find.
I love this!! Thanks for sharing!
You are so welcome! Hope it gave you some ideas for your next project! Peace.
Do u think it would work with wax? To make a skull candle
Wow. Cool idea. Might be worth a try. I think I would "fill" from the top instead of the bottom just to make it easier to place the wick. This has got me seriously intrigued. I have a ton of spare wax and Dollar Tree has these skulls back in stock. I might have to try this. If I do, I will post a video. Thanks!
@@HNXMedia yes please do, I would love to know if it works bc I have tons of the 💀for Halloween and thought it would be Kool to have flaming ones for a prop..lol
Can you list the product you used in this video.
What I used is called Uncoupling Mortar made by Custom Building Products. Essentially is is a bunch of left over mortar that I have from doing ceramic tile floor (its the leveling mortar underneath the tile). I have also made them out of the grout that I have left over as well. It is basically just "concrete" without all the pebbles and stuff in it. You can use anything like that that you want. You can experiment and see what turns out the best.
How would this stuff stand up being outside?
Can you recommend exactly what to go buy to fill the plastic skulls with?
What I used in this video is Mapei Porcelain Tile Mortar (but that is just because that's what I had on hand left over from a rehab). I have used all types of left over mortars, grouts and such. Any fine grain, outdoor (or bath) concrete/grout mix should work. The finer the particles the better (to get the best detail). Don't rush, let it cure as long as possible before removing it from the skulls. If you cut the skulls carefully for removal, you can re-tape them and use them over and over (just clean well between uses). Hope this helps.
@@HNXMedia Thank you!
Cool!! Great idea , thanks for sharing !
Hope the video gave you some ideas. They paint up nicely. You can check our IG feed for some photos of them in the past. Might be doing an update video showing some painted ones. Thanks for watching.
Spray cooking oil inside the mold next time. cheap and effective, Anyway, nice video.
Awesome! Thank you for adding this suggestion. So simple but will certainly make a world of difference for mold release at the end of the project. Happy haunting!
I'm gonna do this this weekend. got my skulls and I'm gonna get my concrete this weekend. thanks for the video!
Try to find a "fine powdered" mortar mix with no rocks/pebbles. Let them "set up" for at least 7 days before removing them from the molds. They may need to "cure" for several days after that before painting. I just made a new batch this year and the paint schemes are coming out fantastic. I occasionally post them to our Instagram. Best of luck. Have fun!
Amazing thank you
Thanks! Hope it gave you some ideas. I occasionally post painted ones to our IG and do update videos like this one here: Concrete Skulls Painting- Halloween Project
ua-cam.com/video/MOocT2Gdq_0/v-deo.html
Well I made some and they came out great .
Awesome! But I should have warned you, it is addicting. I have them all over the place these days. Thanks for watching.
@@HNXMedia yes it is addictive !🤔
Can these be used for a fire pit?
I would not recommend it. The mortar I used is not rated for heat. You could probably get them close or maybe set them into a "second layer" outside the main heat brick/stone. Now, if you used a "fire-able clay" as your compound you probably could. Outdoors they last very well. I have left them outside for over a year with zero wear.
@@HNXMedia awesome. Want to make some for a friend
@@HarshmanHills Cool. Give yourself some lead time. The mortar I use can take up to 7 days to set up before I can remove it from the mold. Takes another 3-5 to cure (i.e. become dry enough to paint). I'll post a couple from this year to IG later to show you how a recent batch turned out.
Do you think concrete would work? And I couldn’t hear exactly what you used.
And I think these are fantastic! Want to make this for my garden this year - thanks for making the video!!!
@@karenpenna7788 Thank you so much. Yes, I think concrete would work. The trick will be to mix it smooth enough without getting all the "lumpy gravel bits" along the edge. In this video, I used a bunch of left over ceramic tile mortar (just like concrete but without the aforementioned bits). It is super smooth and as long as you "tap out" all the bubbles, they turn out great. I put one in a cave entrance on my property and it has held up well (it has some moss growth that makes it look really cool - I left it there in case I get any trespassers to freak them out). Thanks for the support and have fun making yours. Peace!
@@HNXMedia do have a picture of the cereamic tile mix i just bought concrete today and seeing this video i regret it
@@landontyler400 What you really want is called "thin set" or "ceramic tile mortar." It is sold in hardware stores in the flooring section and designed to be used under ceramic tile to hold it in place. It sets up like concrete, but it is a fine powder with no "rocks" in it. The brand I use is called Mapei and is sold in the States at Lowes. I have also used Mapei sanded grout for a more "sand stone" finish, but it is much more difficult to work with.
concrete works great but remove the pebbles from the concrete mix
ive done this for a few years before this video was made
Great video!
Thanks. Hope it gave you some ideas.
My God just buy more at the dollar store, or line with a clear liner.
LOL. What's the fun in that?
Don't bother peeling the plastic off. Just throw them into the fire. There will be some toxic fumes but it's probably worth it. (You may even like the fumes.)
You just gave me a really cool idea. THANKS!