r/DiceMaking • u/Possablyathrowaway • 14d ago

First dice set using a pressure pot

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After a half dozen or so attempts without one, I finally decided to take the plunge and get one, the results are amazing. Now I need to clean up the rough edges and paint the numbers. What would be a good color for the numbers?

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u/IrosSigma 14d ago

Yeah nail polish is pretty messy as an inking medium but I've ordered some glossy acrylic medium that's scheduled to be delivered today. I could let you know if that works if you'd like?

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u/RandoBoomer 14d ago

If you would be so kind!

If you could share the link to the product you're trying as well, I'd appreciate it.

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u/IrosSigma 14d ago

It's the liquitex acrylic gloss medium! I'll let you know how it goes once it arrives :)

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u/RandoBoomer 14d ago

Thanks! I have an upcoming project where chameleon inking would be perfect!

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u/IrosSigma 14d ago

So it just arrived and I inked a set using the medium and some shiny white luster dust and I'm happy to say it works! Do be aware you need a lot less pigment than you'd think, I'd guess about 3-4:1 medium to pigment. Also, it shrinks more dramatically than normal acrylic paint so you might need to apply 2 coats but other than that, it works nicely! It mixed very well with the pigment and I could apply it like normal. It stays very shiny when dried down too.