DIY

Capture that barefoot-on-the-beach feeling — and a record of your feet– with this simple plaster-casting project.

1
Choose a site to cast your molds — the moist, hard-packed sand near the water’s edge works best.

2
Firmly press both feet into the sand. The prints should be about 1/2inch to 2 inches deep. (If your child can’t press

down that hard, he can use his finger to dig down into the print, following its shape.)

3
Mix up the plaster, according to the directions on the package, so that it has a thick, creamy consistency. Pour

the wet plaster gently into the footprints.

5
After 20 to 25 minutes, gently dig the footprints out of the molds and brush away any excess sand. Set sole-side

up in the sun for about an hour to let harden.