The Critmaker(TM) Guide to Dice Craft - Softcover

Weatherall, A J

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1763691012 ISBN 13: 9781763691018

Publisher: Critmaker Press, 2024

Synopsis

Everything you need to make beautiful resin dice at home. Whether it's to elevate your role-playing games or as an exciting side hustle, dice making is a fun and rewarding craft.

We've spent over a year researching, testing, experimenting and talking to some of the best dice makers to bring you this guide. Not only will it save you hundreds of hours of frustration, but the step-by-step guides in this book and tips will save you thousands of dollars!

Whether you're a seasoned artisan or a curious beginner, this guide unlocks the secrets behind creating stunning, one-of-a-kind dice that will take your tabletop gaming experience or unlock a new form of income.

Unleash Your Creativity: From selecting the right resin and mix-ins to mastering advanced pouring techniques, this book provides step-by-step instructions and pro tips to help you bring your imagination to life. Each section and technique details what you need to achieve the desired outcome.

Tools of the Trade: We'll show you all the essential tools and materials needed for dice-making at every level. The guide will teach you best practices for safety, increasing efficiency, and achieving professional-quality results, ensuring you have the confidence to advance your craft.

Artist Spotlights: Throughout the guide, we've partnered with some of the best dice makers in the world to provide gorgeous photos to inspire you to new heights. From breathtaking "petri" dice, and jaw-dropping inclusions to exquisite stained glass, the guide will appeal to dice makers and all dice lovers.

You will learn:

• What equipment you need based on your level
• All about resin (safety, important resin terms, choosing the right resin, understanding "the honey zone"
• Advanced finishing techniques such as vibratory tumblers, ultrasonic cleaners and rotary tools
• Everything about pressure pots including converting a paint pot and leak testing
• Mould Making and everything you need to know about silicone and handling "cure inhibition".
• Printing and designing 3D "masters".
• Testing your dice for fairness

We cover some of the best dice-making techniques such as:

• Mastering the "Dirty Pour"
• Otherworldly "Petri" dice
• Best ways to create layered dice
• Casting with blanks and inclusions
• Creating beautiful "smoke" and "cloud" effects
• Making stunning "Liquid core" dice

+ Loads more tips and tricks such as:

• Troubleshooting your dice
• Minimising bubbles
• Preventing raised faces
• Repairing voids in your dice
• Tips for organising your workspace

Edition details

• Publisher: Critmaker Press
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1763691012
• ISBN 13: 9781763691018
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160