[Jewelry making - Article 00059] - Re: [Orchid] Sand Casting Advice

[Katherine Palochak]

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>     Any sand casters out there ? I'm about to begin casting my own
>     pieces, and I could use some general advice. 

    Brian, it depends on what type of model you're casting, whether
    you're using the usual 2-part cope and drag method, and what type of
    sand you're using (say, green sand or Delft clay type). You sound
    like you already have quite a bit of background in casting already,
    so I'm not sure what it is you're asking. I've had quite a bit of
    experience using old, low-tech methods of casting (tufa, sand,
    Delft), and each has their advantages and disadvantages. 

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