Christine de Beer - effortless floral craftsman
Made to fit carrier to transport the wax shape foundation
- 18 March 2011
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Although the wax is strong it is also soft and can easily be damaged. I make carriers for my wax shapes so that it doesn't damage in transit.
Cut and glue a foam exercise mat to make a custom designed foam carrier for the fragile wax foundation.
Slip the wax foundation into the foam to safely transport.
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