3D Bow Silicone Nail Molds, Set of 2, 3 or 5 for Gel Charms
The bow is the nail art detail of the moment, and a silicone mold is the cheapest way to make as many as you want. Instead of buying a finished 3D charm, you press gel into the mold, cure it and lift out a bow that is the exact size and shape you need. These molds are reusable, so a single set keeps producing charms for as long as you keep making nails.
Each set groups molds that work together: one for small bows, one for decorative frames and one or more for larger ribbons. Choose the Starter Set to begin, the Creator Set for a full coquette look or the Expert Set when you want every size on hand.
What is in each set
All molds are clear silicone. Gel, a lamp, tweezers and a nail-art brush are not included.
- Creator Set (3 molds): the Starter Set plus a mold of tall ribbon columns with bows of different sizes.
- Expert Set (5 molds): the Creator Set plus two more ribbon-bow molds, so you have a wide range of bow shapes, from small knots to long trailing ribbons.
- Starter Set (2 molds): a three-nail mold with three bows on each nail shape, and a six-cavity mold of ruffled and beaded frames that sit around the nail edge.
How to make a 3D bow
- Pick up a small ball of gel and roll it between your fingers.
- Press it into the cavity of the design you like and push the gel into every line of the mold.
- Wipe away any excess around the edge.
- Cure the mold in your nail lamp, using the time that suits your gel.
- Peel the cured bow out of the silicone with tweezers.
- Fix it on the nail with a dot of gel, cure, and seal around it with top coat.
Who it is for
- Beginners: no sculpting skills needed. The mold gives you the shape, and you only need a steady hand to place it.
- Hobbyists: make dozens of bows in a batch and keep them in a box for any look.
- Nail artists: create custom colors and sizes to match a client set, and offer 3D bows without buying charms in bulk.
Good to know
Bows made in the mold are only as colorful as the gel you put in: use clear, tinted or colored gel, or paint the cured bow. Some molds carry a small embossed mark in the silicone, which only appears in the mold and not on your finished charms. Clean the silicone with a lint-free wipe before putting it away.
Pairs well with
Frequently asked questions
What do I need besides the mold?
A gel to fill the mold, a nail lamp, tweezers to lift the cured charm and a little gel to attach it.
Can I use the same mold again?
Yes. Silicone molds are reusable, so you can make as many charms as you like.
What size are the bows?
Each mold mixes sizes: small knot bows, medium bows and long ribbon bows. The photos show the cavity layouts for every mold.
Which gel works best?
A gel that holds its shape before curing is easiest. Roll it into a ball, press it into the mold and cure it in your lamp.
Can I mix molds from different sets?
Yes. The Expert Set contains all molds from the Starter and Creator Sets, so you can mix frames and bows in one design.