Wreath and Swags - 6x10 Decor Mould

Wreath and Swags

IOD Mould

For years, Josie and Sally looked for the right vintage ornamentation to inspire another wreath and swag set, and the 6x10” Wreath and Swags Mould finally brings that vision to life. Drawn from a 1901 ornament book, these designs were originally created for architectural embellishment, and we’ve scaled them down so they translate beautifully into décor and craft projects.

The set includes wreath components, swags, and refined bows that can be arranged in multiple configurations. Several pieces were intentionally sized to frame the rabbits from Les Lapin. Whether used to build a full wreath, accent furniture, or serve as a centerpiece on a larger décor piece, this set provides versatile, historically grounded ornamentation that transcends the ages.

IOD Décor Moulds can be used with many different mediums. We will cover the two most common here. Every medium has its own characteristics, challenges, and virtues.

Air dry clay, or paper clay: IOD paper clay is an air dry medium, and one of our favorites. Like most paper pulp based air dry clays, some shrinking, warping, and cracking is inherent. We like these qualities for a distressed, authentically vintage look. Our favorite way to apply moulded pieces is to remove them from the mould while still moist, and adhere to the surface with the appropriate glue so it conforms well. For vertical surfaces, use a piece of low tack tape to hold it in place so it doesn’t slide.

Casting resins: There are some great pourable resins available. These have completely different qualities than the paper clay. There is no shrinking or warping, and the castings are more consistent. Depending on the project, these qualities can be helpful. If you need to conform them to a curved surface, this can be done if removed from the mould before it’s completely hardened.

On releases: We find that most of the time a release is not necessary and the casting will come out without the use of a release, however, if you are having trouble with the material sticking (more common with clays than resins), a light dusting of simple cornstarch or arrowroot is a great choice.