How Big Are IOD Moulds? | Iron Orchid Designs Mould Size Guide
How Big Are IOD Moulds? (Sometimes Size Matters!)
If you’ve ever held an IOD mould up to your project and squinted, wondering whether that sunflower would fit on your dresser drawer or cabinet door—this post is for you.
Every now and then someone asks, “How big are IOD moulds, really?” And honestly, it’s a great question. Birds, frames, horses, dogs—some of those elements are dainty, and others could practically be centerpieces. Sometimes, casting size matters!
I spent two days on the computer in a graphics program, placing a six-by-ten-inch grid over photos of 26 different moulds to give you an approximate measurement of each one. These measurements aren’t laser precise, but they’re close enough for project planning.
That giant sunflower? Roughly five inches in diameter.
Those mermaids? Ten inches long!
Many of the mould listings now include a photo with its measurement grid. To browse the full collection, click here: IOD Moulds.
For Some Projects, Casting Size Is Important
One of my favorite creators (and fellow IOD stockist) Debi Beard of Debi’s Design Diary created a gorgeous dresser using the IOD Sea Sisters Mould. She turned the mermaids into drawer pulls—so size was critical! They needed to be long enough to curve gracefully but still leave room for her hand between the pull and the drawer face.
She even made a video of her project—watch it here:
Matching Your Castings for Cohesive Design
Josie of the IOD Sisters made a beautiful set of napkin rings using IOD Air Dry Clay, the Birdsong Mould, and the Lock and Key Mould. She carefully chose designs that would fit the top and bottom rings of the can and still look balanced with the rest of the set.
Here’s her tutorial if you want to try something similar:
Ready to Create?
Whether you’re planning mermaid pulls, napkin rings, or floral appliqués, take a minute to check your mould sizes before you start pouring clay. It’ll save you time—and maybe a few creative words you’d rather not say out loud.
You can find all the moulds (and their measurements!) here. And when you finish your project, tag @PurpleMonkeyManor on Social Media so I can see your creations. I love seeing what you make!