D. MAKING THE BRICKS E. BUILDING THE CASTLE E5.

ARCHITECTURE STRUCTURE
Have you ever dreamed of living in a castle? Think about all those stairs you’d have to climb to get to the top, and the amazing IMPORTANT INFORMATION: D1. MIXING THE PLASTER E1. CUT OPEN A BAG OF GLUE Basically, the castle consists of 2 tower keep tops, 2 tower bodies, 1 front wall and 1 back wall that connect them together.
view you would have –you could see for miles! Or what about that drawbridge; if you were in charge you could give the order
“Lower the drawbridge!” That would certainly keep your little sister out! Most of us have used our imagination and thought
BRICK MAKING AND To build the castle shown on the box cover illustration, you will need different quantities of shaped bricks as shown in diagram:
D1 Mixing the plaster... You will need scissors, plaster, water, mixing bowl, measuring
cup, and a carving tool (used to stir the plaster). Cut open a bag
E1 Cut open a bag of glue... Start building the castle only when the bricks are completely dry,
again, this may take 1 to 2 days. Using the glue provided, cut it
Refer to the separate 1:1 Building Plans provided. Work to complete one element at a time. When you have completed a
tower or wall, set it aside and complete another. Once all the required elements are completed, assemble the castle
about living in a castle, ordering everyone around and making important decisions, but the reality of living in a medieval castle
CASTLE BUILDING KIT Different shape brick requirement water
of plaster. Measure 1 cup of plaster and pour it into the mixing
bowl. Prepare a cup of water and start adding the water to the
open and pour it into the measuring cup. (refer to SECTION F at P.6). E5
might surprise you. By today’s standards, it was anything but glorious, in fact, it could be downright miserable!

MEDIEVAL CASTLE
plaster plaster. Watch the condition of the plaster paste and add the
• People relied on fireplaces for heat, so most of the castle would have been very cold and damp all year round.

glue
water slowly. Stir the mixture gently while you are adding the TOWER KEEP TOP
• There were few rugs so mostly you would be walking on packed dirt or cold, damp stone. plaster You will make the Tower Keep Top using
water. Do not pour too much water in at one time as that may
• Our days would start before dawn and you would have chores and work to do until long after the sun had set. make the plaster mixture too runny for moulding. Depending three layers of bricks. Refer to separate Floor
• Long days of hard work and physical discomfort would be normal. 512 pcs 82 pcs 4 pcs 2 pcs 4 pcs 8 pcs upon weather conditions, the bowl of plaster will normally Plans H through J to build the Tower Keep
Be a medieval architect. Mould & make hundreds of bricks. Build your own solid stone Castle of Camelot. Create Top. After you have made all three layers, be
• Food choices would be limited and depend greatly upon the time of year (and there would hardly ever be any candy!). a dramatic diorama defended by daring knights! Makes a great addition to your room or knight collection! An become a smooth paste after adding cup of water. If the
• Living in a castle meant lots of smells from animals and waste, crowding, lots of noise, lack of privacy, and very little time to mixture is still too dry, add a few more drops of water until you
Plan J sure to glue the bottom layer to the flooring
adventure for one or the entire family, it’s a quest worthy of a Knight! Colossal castle sized at 33 cm in width. Plan I template provided.
play! Overall, dreaming about living in a castle is probably a lot better than it really was! have achieved the right consistency. Do not stir the plaster for Plan H
MOULDING ALL RECTANGULAR, SQUARE AND too long as it will start to set once mixed with water.
Did you know... CURVED BRICKS:
plaster C The mould included in this kit allows you to make 34
• The word castle is derived from the Latin word meaning fortress? A. SAFETY MESSAGES powder water TOWER BODY
• The very first castles are believed to have been built in France? A bricks at one time. You will notice that there are rectangular The Tower Body is made with 14 layers of
1. Please read all instructions before you start. D2. MOULDING E2. SPREADING THE GLUE
• There are thousands of castles in Europe today; some of which you can visit and even sleep in? and square bricks for building walls and curved bricks for bricks. Refer to Floor Plans A through G for
2. Adult assistance and supervision recommended.
• A castle could use as many as 1,000 candles a night to light the rooms and passageways? Many castles had candle-making 3. Intended for children ages over 8.
building archways and vaults. You need to fill the entire D2 Moulding... Place the mould on a level surface with the cavities side facing
upwards. Pour the plaster mixture into the cavities as shown in E2 Spreading the glue onto the bricks... Use the brush provided to spread the glue onto the bricks'
surfaces. (Use the building plans provided for building structure reference. Some layers may share the same

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shops on their premises! mould 9 times to obtain the curved bricks needed. For each floor plan. Looking at the diagram, you will
4. This kit and its finished product contain small parts that pose a choking hazard if misused. Keep away from children under the diagram. Gently agitate the mould to eliminate air bubbles. reference. Refer to SECTION E5 at P.5.)
• That the large door-like barrier covering the main entrance to the castle is called a Portcullis? Made of wood or metal and very moulding you need 1 cup of plaster and cup of water. notice that the bricks are not squarely placed
3 years old. Plan B
heavy, it was raised and lowered with a series of ropes and pulleys and served as the last defense against invading armies.
TOWER BODY Plan A one on top of the other, they are staggered so

x
5. Plaster dust may irritate eyes, nose and throat. Do not place the material in mouth or apply it to body. Avoid contact with
• The bases of many castles are rounded to offer a better view and prevent enemies from hiding “around the corner” and staging Hints: you may use the enclosed specially designed Levels Chart to get the Plan G that each brick within a layer overlaps the
eyes and inhalation of dust. In case of eyes contact, flush with water and consult your physician if discomfort persists. right quantity of plaster and water. Align the card to the cup surface. Plan F bricks directly beneath it. It is important that
an ambush? times PLAN A
Plan E
Level A = 1/3 cup Plan D
you follow this overlapping pattern. Bricks
• A Ditcher was someone who dug the moats and foundations needed when building a castle? B. BEFORE YOU START plaster C
B placed directly on top of one another will
powder water Level B = 2/3 cup Plan C
• A Watchman was the official name given to an individual who was in charge of security? He would often be in charge of a • Always work on a solid, level surface. We recommend that you cover the work surface with newspaper to protect against A Level C = 3/4 cup Plan B result is weak walls. Also, keep in mind that
group of men and boys that would serve as lookouts. spills. Plan A
you will need to omit some bricks for the
Plan B
• An Atilliator was the craftsman in charge of making cross-bows: a type of weapon used to defend the castle? • Like a real architect who oversees the design and build of a project, you will need patience. Building this castle is a big Plan A windows. Glue and install the window vault
project and will take time. It may take you a few days or even weeks to complete the castle. Plan B only after completing the tower wall.
• Pay special attention to IMPORTANT INFORMATION at P.2 and SECTION D at P.3 for moulding instructions, to Plan A
MOULDING RECTANGULAR BRICKS ONLY: Plan B
avoid a shortage of plaster when building your castle. Once you have made 9 complete batches of bricks from
Knights of the Round Table Note: Dispose of wet, unused plaster in the trash. Do Not pour the plaster mixture or plaster powder down the sink or bathtub drains the mould, you will need to make additional rectangular E3. BRICKPLABY BRICK
D3. USE A TROWEL
come alive with these as this may result in a clog. Utensils used in mixing the plaster should be washed under running water. plaster B and square bricks. Use only the section of the mould that
NC
Place another brick next to, or on top of, another. Repeat this The Front wall is divided into 3 sections, 1
Medieval treasures!
powder water
contains the square and rectangular bricks (do not fill the D3 Use a trowel to level the plaster surface...
Use a trowel to level the plaster surface. This will give the bricks a
sharper edge after they dry. Leave the plaster mixture to set: This E3 Build the castle brick by brick...
process, thereby building the castle brick by brick. If you have to
FRONT WALL
centre archway and 2 side walls. Although the
C. CONTENTS curved shaped bricks portion of the mould). You will will take approximately 20 - 30 minutes. Note: As the plaster stop, cover the glue with plastic wrap to prevent it from drying. Front Wall is basically a single layered
Excavate a medieval 3 bags of plaster powder, 3 bags of glue, 1 mixing bowl, 1 measuring cup, 1 brick mould, 1 carving tool, 1 trowel, 10 knights, After using all the glue contained in one bag, cut open another structure, the centre archway is stacked to the
need to make 13 additional sets of these bricks. For each begins to set, it will release some warmth. This is normal.
knight, then let him strike side walls and extrudes beyond the rest of the

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1 castle door, 1 castle flag post with stand, 1 door rope, 1 landscape play mat with castle flooring templates and levels chart, 1 moulding, you need 1 full cup of plaster and cup of bag to continue. When your working session is complete, clean
a pose or build a fantastic brush, 1 flag sticker, 1 detailed 1:1 building plan and detailed instructions. water the brush under running water. A drop of dish soap on the brush wall. Build the three sections using the Front
bristles will keep them soft for the next use. If the brush is too Wall Elevation Plan. Afterwards, stack and
castle with individually
x
hard to use, let it soak for a moment in a glass of warm water. glue them together to make the front wall.
moulded stones and St. John’s Order Knight Crusader Knight Black Knight After the structure is built, add another line
times of bricks at the bottom layer of the side walls
arrange the accompanying plaster powder x 3
so that the whole Front Wall can stand by
knights at strategic defense itself. (Hints: Instead of building the wall
locations! You will like knight x 10 upwards, you may build the wall horizontally
glue x 3 on a flat surface. This will ensure a smooth,
these 9cm tall finely carved flat surface. Add a line of bricks at the
brush
Medieval Knights too. bottom layer so that the wall can support
Collect them all to make plaster craving tool D4. RELEASING THE BRICKS E4. PLACE THE TROWEL AGAINST THE WALL TO itself.)
plaster glue glue glue
your very own knight plaster trowel Note: The amount of water needed is for reference only. Weather conditions will affect the actual amount of water you will need. D4 Releasing the brick... Once the plaster has fully hardened (normally 20 - 30 minutes
after it is moulded), gently remove the bricks from the mould by
E4 ENSURE IT’S PROPERLY ALIGNED
As you begin to build layers of bricks, make sure that you check
collection. DO NOT pour all the water into the plaster mixture at one time. It is always safe to prepare a bit more water than suggested and the angle of your walls after each new row. Do this by aligning BACK WALL
Flag sticker slightly bending the mould as you would with an ice-cube tray.
pour the water into the mixture a little at a time until the plaster paste is the right consistency. Try experimenting and adjusting Set the bricks aside to dry completely. Clean the mixing bowl the trowel ruler to the wall of the castle. Each brick layer should The back wall is a simple flat wall structure.
English Knight Norman Knight Gothic Knight the quantity of water in the first few mouldings. under running water every time you use it to make a batch of be flush with the one above or below it and each layer should be Refer to the Back Wall Elevation Plan for
plaster. It will be difficult to remove the plaster remains if it flush against the ruler. A tilted castle wall is not structurally safe building reference. After the wall is built and
Plaster powder starts to harden once it is mixed with water. It is a gradual process in which the viscosity of the mixture will reduce becomes harden inside the mixing bowl. Repeat the mixing and and will likely collapse. As long as the glue is still wet, you can dry, add another line of bricks at the bottom
playmat, building plans and instructions readjust the bricks as needed. It is said that a building is only as layer so that the wall can stand by itself.
QUESTION AND COMMENTS gradually until it hardens. Always watch the condition of the mixture when adding water. Perform the moulding when the moulding process until you have made all the bricks required to
brick mould x 1 castle door make the castle. You may choose to do only several batches of strong as its foundation: it is very important that your castle
We treasure you as a customer and your satisfaction with this product is important to us. In case you have any comments or and flag post mixture is like a smooth paste: this takes approximately 3 to 5 minutes after the water has been added to the plaster. If the
door rope mixture starts to develop into a lump, it will be too hard to use for moulding. bricks and finish the moulding process at a later time. However, foundation is firm, correctly aligned, and dry before adding
questions, or you find any part of this kit missing or defective, please do not hesitate to contact our distributor in your country,
mixing bowl and keep in mind that it will take each batch of bricks 1-2 days to dry additional layers. The glue needs a day to dry completely. Thus,
whose address is printed on the package. You are also welcome to contact our marketing support team at Email: infodesk we recommend you only built 3-4 layers of bricks a day. Add
@4M-IND.com, Fax (852) 25911566, Tel (852) 28936241, Web site: WWW.4M-IND.COM
measuring cup completely.
Check the angle if the castle is
Now you know the basics, let’s start making the bricks. (Please note the below plaster mixing and moulding instruction are for additional layers only after the bricks below are dried solidly in
moulding a complete moulding including both rectangular, square and curved bricks. You will need to adjust the plaster and water erected in right angle... place.
content when you would like to mould the square and rectangular bricks only.)

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F. ASSEMBLE THE CASTLE H. CREATE A MEDIEVAL DIORAMA

This castle is a unique bedroom or den decoration that you can play with and admire for years to come. Place the Knights
Due to the difficulty in moving and storing a
(included) along the walls and towers to stage a medieval warfare game with your best friend. Or simply use a favourite knight
complete castle structure and the possibility that
from your own collection to make a unique medieval diorama. It's so cool your friends will want to make one too!
you may eventually expand your castle, we
recommend you keep the castle as 4 separate
I. EXPANDING YOUR MEDIEVAL EMPIRE
units: i.e. 2 complete towers, 1 front wall and 1
The brick mould is reusable. Simply buy plaster powder from your local craft store. Keep these instructions so you can build
back wall. At the bottom layer of the tower, glue 4
additional castle elements and expand your kingdom! The greyish brick colours can be created by adding grey colour paint
square bricks as depicted in the diagram. After the glue is dry,
into the plaster mixture before moulding. Build another two towers and 2 walls to a make a colossal 4 towered castle or build a
these will function as slots for holding the structures together.
castle of your own design. You can also add more realistic, dimensional landscaping. Many materials such as trees, grass, and
Insert the front and back walls into the slots when assembling the
appropriate sized gravel can be found at your local hobby shop. Most importantly, have fun! Use your imagination and enjoy
castle. No need to apply glue. When you would like to move the
the experience of building your castle!
castle, simply dissemble the separate units and reassemble at the
new location. If you decide to glue the entire castle together, you
can do so with the glue provided. However, you may find it
difficult to move the castle due to its large size. It is a good idea to
ask an adult to get a piece of wooden board on which you can
then assemble and glue the castle. Mix some additional plaster and fill all the connection gaps with the paste. This will make
the castle become a complete unit for moving. You can also decorate the wooden base with paint and landscape features (not
provided in this kit).

G. DECORATING THE CASTLE

You may wish you enhance the stony look of the castle. Use the brush and grey paint provided to highlight the gaps between
bricks. You could also use the craving tool to deepen the natural wear and tear look of the castle walls. Use the glue to affix the
door, flooring and flag to the castle as shown in the diagram. When dry, place the castle onto the landscape play mat provided.

Craving tool to deepen the Affix the flag...

natural wear and tear look...

Add the floor... Affix the door...

J. FUN FACTS
Medieval Castles: Using the many masonry advances that had been achieved during the time of the Roman Empire, castles
began to emerge during the 11th century. The Roman Empire had fallen and lawlessness was everywhere as bands of pagan
warriors roamed the countryside in search of treasure and land that they could steal. Castles, and the elaborate defense
mechanisms that surrounded them, became very popular. The castle was the ultimate status symbol for the few land lords
wealthy enough to build them. Castles represented power, wealth, and importance! A castle was more like a small town than a
private home: in times of war it could protect hundreds of people. Castles were often built on a hill or mound called a motte.
These mottes ranged in height from just 10 feet to over 100 feet tall and offered those within the castle an unobstructed view
of the countryside and any approaching enemies! A ditch was often build around the motte and served as the first line of
defense against intruders. The outer walls of the castle, called stockades, could be more than 20 feet tall and 10 feet thick! The
enclosed structure, called the citadel, sat atop the motte and offered an imposing, often awe-inspiring sight!

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 D. MAKING THE BRICKS E. BUILDING THE CASTLE E5. ARCHITECTURE STRUCTURE
Have you ever dreamed of living in a castle? Think about all those stairs you’d have to climb to get to the top, and the amazing IMPORTANT INFORMATION: D1. MIXING THE PLASTER E1. CUT OPEN A BAG OF GLUE Basically, the castle consists of 2 tower keep tops, 2 tower bodies, 1 front wall and 1 back wall that connect them together.
view you would have –you could see for miles! Or what about that drawbridge; if you were in charge you could give the order
“Lower the drawbridge!” That would certainly keep your little sister out! Most of us have used our imagination and thought
BRICK MAKING AND To build the castle shown on the box cover illustration, you will need different quantities of shaped bricks as shown in diagram:
D1 Mixing the plaster... You will need scissors, plaster, water, mixing bowl, measuring
cup, and a carving tool (used to stir the plaster). Cut open a bag
E1 Cut open a bag of glue... Start building the castle only when the bricks are completely dry,
again, this may take 1 to 2 days. Using the glue provided, cut it
Refer to the separate 1:1 Building Plans provided. Work to complete one element at a time. When you have completed a
tower or wall, set it aside and complete another. Once all the required elements are completed, assemble the castle
about living in a castle, ordering everyone around and making important decisions, but the reality of living in a medieval castle
CASTLE BUILDING KIT Different shape brick requirement water
of plaster. Measure 1 cup of plaster and pour it into the mixing
bowl. Prepare a cup of water and start adding the water to the
open and pour it into the measuring cup. (refer to SECTION F at P.6). E5
might surprise you. By today’s standards, it was anything but glorious, in fact, it could be downright miserable!

MEDIEVAL CASTLE
plaster plaster. Watch the condition of the plaster paste and add the
• People relied on fireplaces for heat, so most of the castle would have been very cold and damp all year round.

glue
water slowly. Stir the mixture gently while you are adding the TOWER KEEP TOP
• There were few rugs so mostly you would be walking on packed dirt or cold, damp stone. plaster You will make the Tower Keep Top using
water. Do not pour too much water in at one time as that may
• Our days would start before dawn and you would have chores and work to do until long after the sun had set. make the plaster mixture too runny for moulding. Depending three layers of bricks. Refer to separate Floor
• Long days of hard work and physical discomfort would be normal. 512 pcs 82 pcs 4 pcs 2 pcs 4 pcs 8 pcs upon weather conditions, the bowl of plaster will normally Plans H through J to build the Tower Keep
Be a medieval architect. Mould & make hundreds of bricks. Build your own solid stone Castle of Camelot. Create Top. After you have made all three layers, be
• Food choices would be limited and depend greatly upon the time of year (and there would hardly ever be any candy!). a dramatic diorama defended by daring knights! Makes a great addition to your room or knight collection! An become a smooth paste after adding cup of water. If the
• Living in a castle meant lots of smells from animals and waste, crowding, lots of noise, lack of privacy, and very little time to mixture is still too dry, add a few more drops of water until you
Plan J sure to glue the bottom layer to the flooring
adventure for one or the entire family, it’s a quest worthy of a Knight! Colossal castle sized at 33 cm in width. Plan I template provided.
play! Overall, dreaming about living in a castle is probably a lot better than it really was! have achieved the right consistency. Do not stir the plaster for Plan H
MOULDING ALL RECTANGULAR, SQUARE AND too long as it will start to set once mixed with water.
Did you know... CURVED BRICKS:
plaster C The mould included in this kit allows you to make 34
• The word castle is derived from the Latin word meaning fortress? A. SAFETY MESSAGES powder water TOWER BODY
• The very first castles are believed to have been built in France? A bricks at one time. You will notice that there are rectangular The Tower Body is made with 14 layers of
1. Please read all instructions before you start. D2. MOULDING E2. SPREADING THE GLUE
• There are thousands of castles in Europe today; some of which you can visit and even sleep in? and square bricks for building walls and curved bricks for bricks. Refer to Floor Plans A through G for
2. Adult assistance and supervision recommended.
• A castle could use as many as 1,000 candles a night to light the rooms and passageways? Many castles had candle-making 3. Intended for children ages over 8.
building archways and vaults. You need to fill the entire D2 Moulding... Place the mould on a level surface with the cavities side facing
upwards. Pour the plaster mixture into the cavities as shown in E2 Spreading the glue onto the bricks... Use the brush provided to spread the glue onto the bricks'
surfaces. (Use the building plans provided for building structure reference. Some layers may share the same

9
shops on their premises! mould 9 times to obtain the curved bricks needed. For each floor plan. Looking at the diagram, you will
4. This kit and its finished product contain small parts that pose a choking hazard if misused. Keep away from children under the diagram. Gently agitate the mould to eliminate air bubbles. reference. Refer to SECTION E5 at P.5.)
• That the large door-like barrier covering the main entrance to the castle is called a Portcullis? Made of wood or metal and very moulding you need 1 cup of plaster and cup of water. notice that the bricks are not squarely placed
3 years old. Plan B
heavy, it was raised and lowered with a series of ropes and pulleys and served as the last defense against invading armies.
TOWER BODY Plan A one on top of the other, they are staggered so

x
5. Plaster dust may irritate eyes, nose and throat. Do not place the material in mouth or apply it to body. Avoid contact with
• The bases of many castles are rounded to offer a better view and prevent enemies from hiding “around the corner” and staging Hints: you may use the enclosed specially designed Levels Chart to get the Plan G that each brick within a layer overlaps the
eyes and inhalation of dust. In case of eyes contact, flush with water and consult your physician if discomfort persists. right quantity of plaster and water. Align the card to the cup surface. Plan F bricks directly beneath it. It is important that
an ambush? times PLAN A
Plan E
Level A = 1/3 cup Plan D
you follow this overlapping pattern. Bricks
• A Ditcher was someone who dug the moats and foundations needed when building a castle? B. BEFORE YOU START plaster C
B placed directly on top of one another will
powder water Level B = 2/3 cup Plan C
• A Watchman was the official name given to an individual who was in charge of security? He would often be in charge of a • Always work on a solid, level surface. We recommend that you cover the work surface with newspaper to protect against A Level C = 3/4 cup Plan B result is weak walls. Also, keep in mind that
group of men and boys that would serve as lookouts. spills. Plan A
you will need to omit some bricks for the
Plan B
• An Atilliator was the craftsman in charge of making cross-bows: a type of weapon used to defend the castle? • Like a real architect who oversees the design and build of a project, you will need patience. Building this castle is a big Plan A windows. Glue and install the window vault
project and will take time. It may take you a few days or even weeks to complete the castle. Plan B only after completing the tower wall.
• Pay special attention to IMPORTANT INFORMATION at P.2 and SECTION D at P.3 for moulding instructions, to Plan A
MOULDING RECTANGULAR BRICKS ONLY: Plan B
avoid a shortage of plaster when building your castle. Once you have made 9 complete batches of bricks from
Knights of the Round Table Note: Dispose of wet, unused plaster in the trash. Do Not pour the plaster mixture or plaster powder down the sink or bathtub drains the mould, you will need to make additional rectangular E3. BRICKPLABY BRICK
D3. USE A TROWEL
come alive with these as this may result in a clog. Utensils used in mixing the plaster should be washed under running water. plaster B and square bricks. Use only the section of the mould that
NC
Place another brick next to, or on top of, another. Repeat this The Front wall is divided into 3 sections, 1
Medieval treasures!
powder water
contains the square and rectangular bricks (do not fill the D3 Use a trowel to level the plaster surface...
Use a trowel to level the plaster surface. This will give the bricks a
sharper edge after they dry. Leave the plaster mixture to set: This E3 Build the castle brick by brick...
process, thereby building the castle brick by brick. If you have to
FRONT WALL
centre archway and 2 side walls. Although the
C. CONTENTS curved shaped bricks portion of the mould). You will will take approximately 20 - 30 minutes. Note: As the plaster stop, cover the glue with plastic wrap to prevent it from drying. Front Wall is basically a single layered
Excavate a medieval 3 bags of plaster powder, 3 bags of glue, 1 mixing bowl, 1 measuring cup, 1 brick mould, 1 carving tool, 1 trowel, 10 knights, After using all the glue contained in one bag, cut open another structure, the centre archway is stacked to the
need to make 13 additional sets of these bricks. For each begins to set, it will release some warmth. This is normal.
knight, then let him strike side walls and extrudes beyond the rest of the

13
1 castle door, 1 castle flag post with stand, 1 door rope, 1 landscape play mat with castle flooring templates and levels chart, 1 moulding, you need 1 full cup of plaster and cup of bag to continue. When your working session is complete, clean
a pose or build a fantastic brush, 1 flag sticker, 1 detailed 1:1 building plan and detailed instructions. water the brush under running water. A drop of dish soap on the brush wall. Build the three sections using the Front
bristles will keep them soft for the next use. If the brush is too Wall Elevation Plan. Afterwards, stack and
castle with individually
x
hard to use, let it soak for a moment in a glass of warm water. glue them together to make the front wall.
moulded stones and St. John’s Order Knight Crusader Knight Black Knight After the structure is built, add another line
times of bricks at the bottom layer of the side walls
arrange the accompanying plaster powder x 3
so that the whole Front Wall can stand by
knights at strategic defense itself. (Hints: Instead of building the wall
locations! You will like knight x 10 upwards, you may build the wall horizontally
glue x 3 on a flat surface. This will ensure a smooth,
these 9cm tall finely carved flat surface. Add a line of bricks at the
brush
Medieval Knights too. bottom layer so that the wall can support
Collect them all to make plaster craving tool D4. RELEASING THE BRICKS E4. PLACE THE TROWEL AGAINST THE WALL TO itself.)
plaster glue glue glue
your very own knight plaster trowel Note: The amount of water needed is for reference only. Weather conditions will affect the actual amount of water you will need. D4 Releasing the brick... Once the plaster has fully hardened (normally 20 - 30 minutes
after it is moulded), gently remove the bricks from the mould by
E4 ENSURE IT’S PROPERLY ALIGNED
As you begin to build layers of bricks, make sure that you check
collection. DO NOT pour all the water into the plaster mixture at one time. It is always safe to prepare a bit more water than suggested and the angle of your walls after each new row. Do this by aligning BACK WALL
Flag sticker slightly bending the mould as you would with an ice-cube tray.
pour the water into the mixture a little at a time until the plaster paste is the right consistency. Try experimenting and adjusting Set the bricks aside to dry completely. Clean the mixing bowl the trowel ruler to the wall of the castle. Each brick layer should The back wall is a simple flat wall structure.
English Knight Norman Knight Gothic Knight the quantity of water in the first few mouldings. under running water every time you use it to make a batch of be flush with the one above or below it and each layer should be Refer to the Back Wall Elevation Plan for
plaster. It will be difficult to remove the plaster remains if it flush against the ruler. A tilted castle wall is not structurally safe building reference. After the wall is built and
Plaster powder starts to harden once it is mixed with water. It is a gradual process in which the viscosity of the mixture will reduce becomes harden inside the mixing bowl. Repeat the mixing and and will likely collapse. As long as the glue is still wet, you can dry, add another line of bricks at the bottom
playmat, building plans and instructions readjust the bricks as needed. It is said that a building is only as layer so that the wall can stand by itself.
QUESTION AND COMMENTS gradually until it hardens. Always watch the condition of the mixture when adding water. Perform the moulding when the moulding process until you have made all the bricks required to
brick mould x 1 castle door make the castle. You may choose to do only several batches of strong as its foundation: it is very important that your castle
We treasure you as a customer and your satisfaction with this product is important to us. In case you have any comments or and flag post mixture is like a smooth paste: this takes approximately 3 to 5 minutes after the water has been added to the plaster. If the
door rope mixture starts to develop into a lump, it will be too hard to use for moulding. bricks and finish the moulding process at a later time. However, foundation is firm, correctly aligned, and dry before adding
questions, or you find any part of this kit missing or defective, please do not hesitate to contact our distributor in your country,
mixing bowl and keep in mind that it will take each batch of bricks 1-2 days to dry additional layers. The glue needs a day to dry completely. Thus,
whose address is printed on the package. You are also welcome to contact our marketing support team at Email: infodesk we recommend you only built 3-4 layers of bricks a day. Add
@4M-IND.com, Fax (852) 25911566, Tel (852) 28936241, Web site: WWW.4M-IND.COM
measuring cup completely.
Check the angle if the castle is
Now you know the basics, let’s start making the bricks. (Please note the below plaster mixing and moulding instruction are for additional layers only after the bricks below are dried solidly in
moulding a complete moulding including both rectangular, square and curved bricks. You will need to adjust the plaster and water erected in right angle... place.
content when you would like to mould the square and rectangular bricks only.)

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F. ASSEMBLE THE CASTLE H. CREATE A MEDIEVAL DIORAMA

This castle is a unique bedroom or den decoration that you can play with and admire for years to come. Place the Knights
Due to the difficulty in moving and storing a
(included) along the walls and towers to stage a medieval warfare game with your best friend. Or simply use a favourite knight
complete castle structure and the possibility that
from your own collection to make a unique medieval diorama. It's so cool your friends will want to make one too!
you may eventually expand your castle, we
recommend you keep the castle as 4 separate
I. EXPANDING YOUR MEDIEVAL EMPIRE
units: i.e. 2 complete towers, 1 front wall and 1
The brick mould is reusable. Simply buy plaster powder from your local craft store. Keep these instructions so you can build
back wall. At the bottom layer of the tower, glue 4
additional castle elements and expand your kingdom! The greyish brick colours can be created by adding grey colour paint
square bricks as depicted in the diagram. After the glue is dry,
into the plaster mixture before moulding. Build another two towers and 2 walls to a make a colossal 4 towered castle or build a
these will function as slots for holding the structures together.
castle of your own design. You can also add more realistic, dimensional landscaping. Many materials such as trees, grass, and
Insert the front and back walls into the slots when assembling the
appropriate sized gravel can be found at your local hobby shop. Most importantly, have fun! Use your imagination and enjoy
castle. No need to apply glue. When you would like to move the
the experience of building your castle!
castle, simply dissemble the separate units and reassemble at the
new location. If you decide to glue the entire castle together, you
can do so with the glue provided. However, you may find it
difficult to move the castle due to its large size. It is a good idea to
ask an adult to get a piece of wooden board on which you can
then assemble and glue the castle. Mix some additional plaster and fill all the connection gaps with the paste. This will make
the castle become a complete unit for moving. You can also decorate the wooden base with paint and landscape features (not
provided in this kit).

G. DECORATING THE CASTLE

You may wish you enhance the stony look of the castle. Use the brush and grey paint provided to highlight the gaps between
bricks. You could also use the craving tool to deepen the natural wear and tear look of the castle walls. Use the glue to affix the
door, flooring and flag to the castle as shown in the diagram. When dry, place the castle onto the landscape play mat provided.

Craving tool to deepen the Affix the flag...

natural wear and tear look...

Add the floor... Affix the door...

J. FUN FACTS
Medieval Castles: Using the many masonry advances that had been achieved during the time of the Roman Empire, castles
began to emerge during the 11th century. The Roman Empire had fallen and lawlessness was everywhere as bands of pagan
warriors roamed the countryside in search of treasure and land that they could steal. Castles, and the elaborate defense
mechanisms that surrounded them, became very popular. The castle was the ultimate status symbol for the few land lords
wealthy enough to build them. Castles represented power, wealth, and importance! A castle was more like a small town than a
private home: in times of war it could protect hundreds of people. Castles were often built on a hill or mound called a motte.
These mottes ranged in height from just 10 feet to over 100 feet tall and offered those within the castle an unobstructed view
of the countryside and any approaching enemies! A ditch was often build around the motte and served as the first line of
defense against intruders. The outer walls of the castle, called stockades, could be more than 20 feet tall and 10 feet thick! The
enclosed structure, called the citadel, sat atop the motte and offered an imposing, often awe-inspiring sight!

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 D. MAKING THE BRICKS E. BUILDING THE CASTLE E5. ARCHITECTURE STRUCTURE
Have you ever dreamed of living in a castle? Think about all those stairs you’d have to climb to get to the top, and the amazing IMPORTANT INFORMATION: D1. MIXING THE PLASTER E1. CUT OPEN A BAG OF GLUE Basically, the castle consists of 2 tower keep tops, 2 tower bodies, 1 front wall and 1 back wall that connect them together.
view you would have –you could see for miles! Or what about that drawbridge; if you were in charge you could give the order
“Lower the drawbridge!” That would certainly keep your little sister out! Most of us have used our imagination and thought
BRICK MAKING AND To build the castle shown on the box cover illustration, you will need different quantities of shaped bricks as shown in diagram:
D1 Mixing the plaster... You will need scissors, plaster, water, mixing bowl, measuring
cup, and a carving tool (used to stir the plaster). Cut open a bag
E1 Cut open a bag of glue... Start building the castle only when the bricks are completely dry,
again, this may take 1 to 2 days. Using the glue provided, cut it
Refer to the separate 1:1 Building Plans provided. Work to complete one element at a time. When you have completed a
tower or wall, set it aside and complete another. Once all the required elements are completed, assemble the castle
about living in a castle, ordering everyone around and making important decisions, but the reality of living in a medieval castle
CASTLE BUILDING KIT Different shape brick requirement water
of plaster. Measure 1 cup of plaster and pour it into the mixing
bowl. Prepare a cup of water and start adding the water to the
open and pour it into the measuring cup. (refer to SECTION F at P.6). E5
might surprise you. By today’s standards, it was anything but glorious, in fact, it could be downright miserable!

MEDIEVAL CASTLE
plaster plaster. Watch the condition of the plaster paste and add the
• People relied on fireplaces for heat, so most of the castle would have been very cold and damp all year round.

glue
water slowly. Stir the mixture gently while you are adding the TOWER KEEP TOP
• There were few rugs so mostly you would be walking on packed dirt or cold, damp stone. plaster You will make the Tower Keep Top using
water. Do not pour too much water in at one time as that may
• Our days would start before dawn and you would have chores and work to do until long after the sun had set. make the plaster mixture too runny for moulding. Depending three layers of bricks. Refer to separate Floor
• Long days of hard work and physical discomfort would be normal. 512 pcs 82 pcs 4 pcs 2 pcs 4 pcs 8 pcs upon weather conditions, the bowl of plaster will normally Plans H through J to build the Tower Keep
Be a medieval architect. Mould & make hundreds of bricks. Build your own solid stone Castle of Camelot. Create Top. After you have made all three layers, be
• Food choices would be limited and depend greatly upon the time of year (and there would hardly ever be any candy!). a dramatic diorama defended by daring knights! Makes a great addition to your room or knight collection! An become a smooth paste after adding cup of water. If the
• Living in a castle meant lots of smells from animals and waste, crowding, lots of noise, lack of privacy, and very little time to mixture is still too dry, add a few more drops of water until you
Plan J sure to glue the bottom layer to the flooring
adventure for one or the entire family, it’s a quest worthy of a Knight! Colossal castle sized at 33 cm in width. Plan I template provided.
play! Overall, dreaming about living in a castle is probably a lot better than it really was! have achieved the right consistency. Do not stir the plaster for Plan H
MOULDING ALL RECTANGULAR, SQUARE AND too long as it will start to set once mixed with water.
Did you know... CURVED BRICKS:
plaster C The mould included in this kit allows you to make 34
• The word castle is derived from the Latin word meaning fortress? A. SAFETY MESSAGES powder water TOWER BODY
• The very first castles are believed to have been built in France? A bricks at one time. You will notice that there are rectangular The Tower Body is made with 14 layers of
1. Please read all instructions before you start. D2. MOULDING E2. SPREADING THE GLUE
• There are thousands of castles in Europe today; some of which you can visit and even sleep in? and square bricks for building walls and curved bricks for bricks. Refer to Floor Plans A through G for
2. Adult assistance and supervision recommended.
• A castle could use as many as 1,000 candles a night to light the rooms and passageways? Many castles had candle-making 3. Intended for children ages over 8.
building archways and vaults. You need to fill the entire D2 Moulding... Place the mould on a level surface with the cavities side facing
upwards. Pour the plaster mixture into the cavities as shown in E2 Spreading the glue onto the bricks... Use the brush provided to spread the glue onto the bricks'
surfaces. (Use the building plans provided for building structure reference. Some layers may share the same

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shops on their premises! mould 9 times to obtain the curved bricks needed. For each floor plan. Looking at the diagram, you will
4. This kit and its finished product contain small parts that pose a choking hazard if misused. Keep away from children under the diagram. Gently agitate the mould to eliminate air bubbles. reference. Refer to SECTION E5 at P.5.)
• That the large door-like barrier covering the main entrance to the castle is called a Portcullis? Made of wood or metal and very moulding you need 1 cup of plaster and cup of water. notice that the bricks are not squarely placed
3 years old. Plan B
heavy, it was raised and lowered with a series of ropes and pulleys and served as the last defense against invading armies.
TOWER BODY Plan A one on top of the other, they are staggered so

x
5. Plaster dust may irritate eyes, nose and throat. Do not place the material in mouth or apply it to body. Avoid contact with
• The bases of many castles are rounded to offer a better view and prevent enemies from hiding “around the corner” and staging Hints: you may use the enclosed specially designed Levels Chart to get the Plan G that each brick within a layer overlaps the
eyes and inhalation of dust. In case of eyes contact, flush with water and consult your physician if discomfort persists. right quantity of plaster and water. Align the card to the cup surface. Plan F bricks directly beneath it. It is important that
an ambush? times PLAN A
Plan E
Level A = 1/3 cup Plan D
you follow this overlapping pattern. Bricks
• A Ditcher was someone who dug the moats and foundations needed when building a castle? B. BEFORE YOU START plaster C
B placed directly on top of one another will
powder water Level B = 2/3 cup Plan C
• A Watchman was the official name given to an individual who was in charge of security? He would often be in charge of a • Always work on a solid, level surface. We recommend that you cover the work surface with newspaper to protect against A Level C = 3/4 cup Plan B result is weak walls. Also, keep in mind that
group of men and boys that would serve as lookouts. spills. Plan A
you will need to omit some bricks for the
Plan B
• An Atilliator was the craftsman in charge of making cross-bows: a type of weapon used to defend the castle? • Like a real architect who oversees the design and build of a project, you will need patience. Building this castle is a big Plan A windows. Glue and install the window vault
project and will take time. It may take you a few days or even weeks to complete the castle. Plan B only after completing the tower wall.
• Pay special attention to IMPORTANT INFORMATION at P.2 and SECTION D at P.3 for moulding instructions, to Plan A
MOULDING RECTANGULAR BRICKS ONLY: Plan B
avoid a shortage of plaster when building your castle. Once you have made 9 complete batches of bricks from
Knights of the Round Table Note: Dispose of wet, unused plaster in the trash. Do Not pour the plaster mixture or plaster powder down the sink or bathtub drains the mould, you will need to make additional rectangular E3. BRICKPLABY BRICK
D3. USE A TROWEL
come alive with these as this may result in a clog. Utensils used in mixing the plaster should be washed under running water. plaster B and square bricks. Use only the section of the mould that
NC
Place another brick next to, or on top of, another. Repeat this The Front wall is divided into 3 sections, 1
Medieval treasures!
powder water
contains the square and rectangular bricks (do not fill the D3 Use a trowel to level the plaster surface...
Use a trowel to level the plaster surface. This will give the bricks a
sharper edge after they dry. Leave the plaster mixture to set: This E3 Build the castle brick by brick...
process, thereby building the castle brick by brick. If you have to
FRONT WALL
centre archway and 2 side walls. Although the
C. CONTENTS curved shaped bricks portion of the mould). You will will take approximately 20 - 30 minutes. Note: As the plaster stop, cover the glue with plastic wrap to prevent it from drying. Front Wall is basically a single layered
Excavate a medieval 3 bags of plaster powder, 3 bags of glue, 1 mixing bowl, 1 measuring cup, 1 brick mould, 1 carving tool, 1 trowel, 10 knights, After using all the glue contained in one bag, cut open another structure, the centre archway is stacked to the
need to make 13 additional sets of these bricks. For each begins to set, it will release some warmth. This is normal.
knight, then let him strike side walls and extrudes beyond the rest of the

13
1 castle door, 1 castle flag post with stand, 1 door rope, 1 landscape play mat with castle flooring templates and levels chart, 1 moulding, you need 1 full cup of plaster and cup of bag to continue. When your working session is complete, clean
a pose or build a fantastic brush, 1 flag sticker, 1 detailed 1:1 building plan and detailed instructions. water the brush under running water. A drop of dish soap on the brush wall. Build the three sections using the Front
bristles will keep them soft for the next use. If the brush is too Wall Elevation Plan. Afterwards, stack and
castle with individually
x
hard to use, let it soak for a moment in a glass of warm water. glue them together to make the front wall.
moulded stones and St. John’s Order Knight Crusader Knight Black Knight After the structure is built, add another line
times of bricks at the bottom layer of the side walls
arrange the accompanying plaster powder x 3
so that the whole Front Wall can stand by
knights at strategic defense itself. (Hints: Instead of building the wall
locations! You will like knight x 10 upwards, you may build the wall horizontally
glue x 3 on a flat surface. This will ensure a smooth,
these 9cm tall finely carved flat surface. Add a line of bricks at the
brush
Medieval Knights too. bottom layer so that the wall can support
Collect them all to make plaster craving tool D4. RELEASING THE BRICKS E4. PLACE THE TROWEL AGAINST THE WALL TO itself.)
plaster glue glue glue
your very own knight plaster trowel Note: The amount of water needed is for reference only. Weather conditions will affect the actual amount of water you will need. D4 Releasing the brick... Once the plaster has fully hardened (normally 20 - 30 minutes
after it is moulded), gently remove the bricks from the mould by
E4 ENSURE IT’S PROPERLY ALIGNED
As you begin to build layers of bricks, make sure that you check
collection. DO NOT pour all the water into the plaster mixture at one time. It is always safe to prepare a bit more water than suggested and the angle of your walls after each new row. Do this by aligning BACK WALL
Flag sticker slightly bending the mould as you would with an ice-cube tray.
pour the water into the mixture a little at a time until the plaster paste is the right consistency. Try experimenting and adjusting Set the bricks aside to dry completely. Clean the mixing bowl the trowel ruler to the wall of the castle. Each brick layer should The back wall is a simple flat wall structure.
English Knight Norman Knight Gothic Knight the quantity of water in the first few mouldings. under running water every time you use it to make a batch of be flush with the one above or below it and each layer should be Refer to the Back Wall Elevation Plan for
plaster. It will be difficult to remove the plaster remains if it flush against the ruler. A tilted castle wall is not structurally safe building reference. After the wall is built and
Plaster powder starts to harden once it is mixed with water. It is a gradual process in which the viscosity of the mixture will reduce becomes harden inside the mixing bowl. Repeat the mixing and and will likely collapse. As long as the glue is still wet, you can dry, add another line of bricks at the bottom
playmat, building plans and instructions readjust the bricks as needed. It is said that a building is only as layer so that the wall can stand by itself.
QUESTION AND COMMENTS gradually until it hardens. Always watch the condition of the mixture when adding water. Perform the moulding when the moulding process until you have made all the bricks required to
brick mould x 1 castle door make the castle. You may choose to do only several batches of strong as its foundation: it is very important that your castle
We treasure you as a customer and your satisfaction with this product is important to us. In case you have any comments or and flag post mixture is like a smooth paste: this takes approximately 3 to 5 minutes after the water has been added to the plaster. If the
door rope mixture starts to develop into a lump, it will be too hard to use for moulding. bricks and finish the moulding process at a later time. However, foundation is firm, correctly aligned, and dry before adding
questions, or you find any part of this kit missing or defective, please do not hesitate to contact our distributor in your country,
mixing bowl and keep in mind that it will take each batch of bricks 1-2 days to dry additional layers. The glue needs a day to dry completely. Thus,
whose address is printed on the package. You are also welcome to contact our marketing support team at Email: infodesk we recommend you only built 3-4 layers of bricks a day. Add
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measuring cup completely.
Check the angle if the castle is
Now you know the basics, let’s start making the bricks. (Please note the below plaster mixing and moulding instruction are for additional layers only after the bricks below are dried solidly in
moulding a complete moulding including both rectangular, square and curved bricks. You will need to adjust the plaster and water erected in right angle... place.
content when you would like to mould the square and rectangular bricks only.)

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F. ASSEMBLE THE CASTLE H. CREATE A MEDIEVAL DIORAMA

This castle is a unique bedroom or den decoration that you can play with and admire for years to come. Place the Knights
Due to the difficulty in moving and storing a
(included) along the walls and towers to stage a medieval warfare game with your best friend. Or simply use a favourite knight
complete castle structure and the possibility that
from your own collection to make a unique medieval diorama. It's so cool your friends will want to make one too!
you may eventually expand your castle, we
recommend you keep the castle as 4 separate
I. EXPANDING YOUR MEDIEVAL EMPIRE
units: i.e. 2 complete towers, 1 front wall and 1
The brick mould is reusable. Simply buy plaster powder from your local craft store. Keep these instructions so you can build
back wall. At the bottom layer of the tower, glue 4
additional castle elements and expand your kingdom! The greyish brick colours can be created by adding grey colour paint
square bricks as depicted in the diagram. After the glue is dry,
into the plaster mixture before moulding. Build another two towers and 2 walls to a make a colossal 4 towered castle or build a
these will function as slots for holding the structures together.
castle of your own design. You can also add more realistic, dimensional landscaping. Many materials such as trees, grass, and
Insert the front and back walls into the slots when assembling the
appropriate sized gravel can be found at your local hobby shop. Most importantly, have fun! Use your imagination and enjoy
castle. No need to apply glue. When you would like to move the
the experience of building your castle!
castle, simply dissemble the separate units and reassemble at the
new location. If you decide to glue the entire castle together, you
can do so with the glue provided. However, you may find it
difficult to move the castle due to its large size. It is a good idea to
ask an adult to get a piece of wooden board on which you can
then assemble and glue the castle. Mix some additional plaster and fill all the connection gaps with the paste. This will make
the castle become a complete unit for moving. You can also decorate the wooden base with paint and landscape features (not
provided in this kit).

G. DECORATING THE CASTLE

You may wish you enhance the stony look of the castle. Use the brush and grey paint provided to highlight the gaps between
bricks. You could also use the craving tool to deepen the natural wear and tear look of the castle walls. Use the glue to affix the
door, flooring and flag to the castle as shown in the diagram. When dry, place the castle onto the landscape play mat provided.

Craving tool to deepen the Affix the flag...

natural wear and tear look...

Add the floor... Affix the door...

J. FUN FACTS
Medieval Castles: Using the many masonry advances that had been achieved during the time of the Roman Empire, castles
began to emerge during the 11th century. The Roman Empire had fallen and lawlessness was everywhere as bands of pagan
warriors roamed the countryside in search of treasure and land that they could steal. Castles, and the elaborate defense
mechanisms that surrounded them, became very popular. The castle was the ultimate status symbol for the few land lords
wealthy enough to build them. Castles represented power, wealth, and importance! A castle was more like a small town than a
private home: in times of war it could protect hundreds of people. Castles were often built on a hill or mound called a motte.
These mottes ranged in height from just 10 feet to over 100 feet tall and offered those within the castle an unobstructed view
of the countryside and any approaching enemies! A ditch was often build around the motte and served as the first line of
defense against intruders. The outer walls of the castle, called stockades, could be more than 20 feet tall and 10 feet thick! The
enclosed structure, called the citadel, sat atop the motte and offered an imposing, often awe-inspiring sight!

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 D. MAKING THE BRICKS E. BUILDING THE CASTLE E5. ARCHITECTURE STRUCTURE
Have you ever dreamed of living in a castle? Think about all those stairs you’d have to climb to get to the top, and the amazing IMPORTANT INFORMATION: D1. MIXING THE PLASTER E1. CUT OPEN A BAG OF GLUE Basically, the castle consists of 2 tower keep tops, 2 tower bodies, 1 front wall and 1 back wall that connect them together.
view you would have –you could see for miles! Or what about that drawbridge; if you were in charge you could give the order
“Lower the drawbridge!” That would certainly keep your little sister out! Most of us have used our imagination and thought
BRICK MAKING AND To build the castle shown on the box cover illustration, you will need different quantities of shaped bricks as shown in diagram:
D1 Mixing the plaster... You will need scissors, plaster, water, mixing bowl, measuring
cup, and a carving tool (used to stir the plaster). Cut open a bag
E1 Cut open a bag of glue... Start building the castle only when the bricks are completely dry,
again, this may take 1 to 2 days. Using the glue provided, cut it
Refer to the separate 1:1 Building Plans provided. Work to complete one element at a time. When you have completed a
tower or wall, set it aside and complete another. Once all the required elements are completed, assemble the castle
about living in a castle, ordering everyone around and making important decisions, but the reality of living in a medieval castle
CASTLE BUILDING KIT Different shape brick requirement water
of plaster. Measure 1 cup of plaster and pour it into the mixing
bowl. Prepare a cup of water and start adding the water to the
open and pour it into the measuring cup. (refer to SECTION F at P.6). E5
might surprise you. By today’s standards, it was anything but glorious, in fact, it could be downright miserable!

MEDIEVAL CASTLE
plaster plaster. Watch the condition of the plaster paste and add the
• People relied on fireplaces for heat, so most of the castle would have been very cold and damp all year round.

glue
water slowly. Stir the mixture gently while you are adding the TOWER KEEP TOP
• There were few rugs so mostly you would be walking on packed dirt or cold, damp stone. plaster You will make the Tower Keep Top using
water. Do not pour too much water in at one time as that may
• Our days would start before dawn and you would have chores and work to do until long after the sun had set. make the plaster mixture too runny for moulding. Depending three layers of bricks. Refer to separate Floor
• Long days of hard work and physical discomfort would be normal. 512 pcs 82 pcs 4 pcs 2 pcs 4 pcs 8 pcs upon weather conditions, the bowl of plaster will normally Plans H through J to build the Tower Keep
Be a medieval architect. Mould & make hundreds of bricks. Build your own solid stone Castle of Camelot. Create Top. After you have made all three layers, be
• Food choices would be limited and depend greatly upon the time of year (and there would hardly ever be any candy!). a dramatic diorama defended by daring knights! Makes a great addition to your room or knight collection! An become a smooth paste after adding cup of water. If the
• Living in a castle meant lots of smells from animals and waste, crowding, lots of noise, lack of privacy, and very little time to mixture is still too dry, add a few more drops of water until you
Plan J sure to glue the bottom layer to the flooring
adventure for one or the entire family, it’s a quest worthy of a Knight! Colossal castle sized at 33 cm in width. Plan I template provided.
play! Overall, dreaming about living in a castle is probably a lot better than it really was! have achieved the right consistency. Do not stir the plaster for Plan H
MOULDING ALL RECTANGULAR, SQUARE AND too long as it will start to set once mixed with water.
Did you know... CURVED BRICKS:
plaster C The mould included in this kit allows you to make 34
• The word castle is derived from the Latin word meaning fortress? A. SAFETY MESSAGES powder water TOWER BODY
• The very first castles are believed to have been built in France? A bricks at one time. You will notice that there are rectangular The Tower Body is made with 14 layers of
1. Please read all instructions before you start. D2. MOULDING E2. SPREADING THE GLUE
• There are thousands of castles in Europe today; some of which you can visit and even sleep in? and square bricks for building walls and curved bricks for bricks. Refer to Floor Plans A through G for
2. Adult assistance and supervision recommended.
• A castle could use as many as 1,000 candles a night to light the rooms and passageways? Many castles had candle-making 3. Intended for children ages over 8.
building archways and vaults. You need to fill the entire D2 Moulding... Place the mould on a level surface with the cavities side facing
upwards. Pour the plaster mixture into the cavities as shown in E2 Spreading the glue onto the bricks... Use the brush provided to spread the glue onto the bricks'
surfaces. (Use the building plans provided for building structure reference. Some layers may share the same

9
shops on their premises! mould 9 times to obtain the curved bricks needed. For each floor plan. Looking at the diagram, you will
4. This kit and its finished product contain small parts that pose a choking hazard if misused. Keep away from children under the diagram. Gently agitate the mould to eliminate air bubbles. reference. Refer to SECTION E5 at P.5.)
• That the large door-like barrier covering the main entrance to the castle is called a Portcullis? Made of wood or metal and very moulding you need 1 cup of plaster and cup of water. notice that the bricks are not squarely placed
3 years old. Plan B
heavy, it was raised and lowered with a series of ropes and pulleys and served as the last defense against invading armies.
TOWER BODY Plan A one on top of the other, they are staggered so

x
5. Plaster dust may irritate eyes, nose and throat. Do not place the material in mouth or apply it to body. Avoid contact with
• The bases of many castles are rounded to offer a better view and prevent enemies from hiding “around the corner” and staging Hints: you may use the enclosed specially designed Levels Chart to get the Plan G that each brick within a layer overlaps the
eyes and inhalation of dust. In case of eyes contact, flush with water and consult your physician if discomfort persists. right quantity of plaster and water. Align the card to the cup surface. Plan F bricks directly beneath it. It is important that
an ambush? times PLAN A
Plan E
Level A = 1/3 cup Plan D
you follow this overlapping pattern. Bricks
• A Ditcher was someone who dug the moats and foundations needed when building a castle? B. BEFORE YOU START plaster C
B placed directly on top of one another will
powder water Level B = 2/3 cup Plan C
• A Watchman was the official name given to an individual who was in charge of security? He would often be in charge of a • Always work on a solid, level surface. We recommend that you cover the work surface with newspaper to protect against A Level C = 3/4 cup Plan B result is weak walls. Also, keep in mind that
group of men and boys that would serve as lookouts. spills. Plan A
you will need to omit some bricks for the
Plan B
• An Atilliator was the craftsman in charge of making cross-bows: a type of weapon used to defend the castle? • Like a real architect who oversees the design and build of a project, you will need patience. Building this castle is a big Plan A windows. Glue and install the window vault
project and will take time. It may take you a few days or even weeks to complete the castle. Plan B only after completing the tower wall.
• Pay special attention to IMPORTANT INFORMATION at P.2 and SECTION D at P.3 for moulding instructions, to Plan A
MOULDING RECTANGULAR BRICKS ONLY: Plan B
avoid a shortage of plaster when building your castle. Once you have made 9 complete batches of bricks from
Knights of the Round Table Note: Dispose of wet, unused plaster in the trash. Do Not pour the plaster mixture or plaster powder down the sink or bathtub drains the mould, you will need to make additional rectangular E3. BRICKPLABY BRICK
D3. USE A TROWEL
come alive with these as this may result in a clog. Utensils used in mixing the plaster should be washed under running water. plaster B and square bricks. Use only the section of the mould that
NC
Place another brick next to, or on top of, another. Repeat this The Front wall is divided into 3 sections, 1
Medieval treasures!
powder water
contains the square and rectangular bricks (do not fill the D3 Use a trowel to level the plaster surface...
Use a trowel to level the plaster surface. This will give the bricks a
sharper edge after they dry. Leave the plaster mixture to set: This E3 Build the castle brick by brick...
process, thereby building the castle brick by brick. If you have to
FRONT WALL
centre archway and 2 side walls. Although the
C. CONTENTS curved shaped bricks portion of the mould). You will will take approximately 20 - 30 minutes. Note: As the plaster stop, cover the glue with plastic wrap to prevent it from drying. Front Wall is basically a single layered
Excavate a medieval 3 bags of plaster powder, 3 bags of glue, 1 mixing bowl, 1 measuring cup, 1 brick mould, 1 carving tool, 1 trowel, 10 knights, After using all the glue contained in one bag, cut open another structure, the centre archway is stacked to the
need to make 13 additional sets of these bricks. For each begins to set, it will release some warmth. This is normal.
knight, then let him strike side walls and extrudes beyond the rest of the

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1 castle door, 1 castle flag post with stand, 1 door rope, 1 landscape play mat with castle flooring templates and levels chart, 1 moulding, you need 1 full cup of plaster and cup of bag to continue. When your working session is complete, clean
a pose or build a fantastic brush, 1 flag sticker, 1 detailed 1:1 building plan and detailed instructions. water the brush under running water. A drop of dish soap on the brush wall. Build the three sections using the Front
bristles will keep them soft for the next use. If the brush is too Wall Elevation Plan. Afterwards, stack and
castle with individually
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hard to use, let it soak for a moment in a glass of warm water. glue them together to make the front wall.
moulded stones and St. John’s Order Knight Crusader Knight Black Knight After the structure is built, add another line
times of bricks at the bottom layer of the side walls
arrange the accompanying plaster powder x 3
so that the whole Front Wall can stand by
knights at strategic defense itself. (Hints: Instead of building the wall
locations! You will like knight x 10 upwards, you may build the wall horizontally
glue x 3 on a flat surface. This will ensure a smooth,
these 9cm tall finely carved flat surface. Add a line of bricks at the
brush
Medieval Knights too. bottom layer so that the wall can support
Collect them all to make plaster craving tool D4. RELEASING THE BRICKS E4. PLACE THE TROWEL AGAINST THE WALL TO itself.)
plaster glue glue glue
your very own knight plaster trowel Note: The amount of water needed is for reference only. Weather conditions will affect the actual amount of water you will need. D4 Releasing the brick... Once the plaster has fully hardened (normally 20 - 30 minutes
after it is moulded), gently remove the bricks from the mould by
E4 ENSURE IT’S PROPERLY ALIGNED
As you begin to build layers of bricks, make sure that you check
collection. DO NOT pour all the water into the plaster mixture at one time. It is always safe to prepare a bit more water than suggested and the angle of your walls after each new row. Do this by aligning BACK WALL
Flag sticker slightly bending the mould as you would with an ice-cube tray.
pour the water into the mixture a little at a time until the plaster paste is the right consistency. Try experimenting and adjusting Set the bricks aside to dry completely. Clean the mixing bowl the trowel ruler to the wall of the castle. Each brick layer should The back wall is a simple flat wall structure.
English Knight Norman Knight Gothic Knight the quantity of water in the first few mouldings. under running water every time you use it to make a batch of be flush with the one above or below it and each layer should be Refer to the Back Wall Elevation Plan for
plaster. It will be difficult to remove the plaster remains if it flush against the ruler. A tilted castle wall is not structurally safe building reference. After the wall is built and
Plaster powder starts to harden once it is mixed with water. It is a gradual process in which the viscosity of the mixture will reduce becomes harden inside the mixing bowl. Repeat the mixing and and will likely collapse. As long as the glue is still wet, you can dry, add another line of bricks at the bottom
playmat, building plans and instructions readjust the bricks as needed. It is said that a building is only as layer so that the wall can stand by itself.
QUESTION AND COMMENTS gradually until it hardens. Always watch the condition of the mixture when adding water. Perform the moulding when the moulding process until you have made all the bricks required to
brick mould x 1 castle door make the castle. You may choose to do only several batches of strong as its foundation: it is very important that your castle
We treasure you as a customer and your satisfaction with this product is important to us. In case you have any comments or and flag post mixture is like a smooth paste: this takes approximately 3 to 5 minutes after the water has been added to the plaster. If the
door rope mixture starts to develop into a lump, it will be too hard to use for moulding. bricks and finish the moulding process at a later time. However, foundation is firm, correctly aligned, and dry before adding
questions, or you find any part of this kit missing or defective, please do not hesitate to contact our distributor in your country,
mixing bowl and keep in mind that it will take each batch of bricks 1-2 days to dry additional layers. The glue needs a day to dry completely. Thus,
whose address is printed on the package. You are also welcome to contact our marketing support team at Email: infodesk we recommend you only built 3-4 layers of bricks a day. Add
@4M-IND.com, Fax (852) 25911566, Tel (852) 28936241, Web site: WWW.4M-IND.COM
measuring cup completely.
Check the angle if the castle is
Now you know the basics, let’s start making the bricks. (Please note the below plaster mixing and moulding instruction are for additional layers only after the bricks below are dried solidly in
moulding a complete moulding including both rectangular, square and curved bricks. You will need to adjust the plaster and water erected in right angle... place.
content when you would like to mould the square and rectangular bricks only.)

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F. ASSEMBLE THE CASTLE H. CREATE A MEDIEVAL DIORAMA

This castle is a unique bedroom or den decoration that you can play with and admire for years to come. Place the Knights
Due to the difficulty in moving and storing a
(included) along the walls and towers to stage a medieval warfare game with your best friend. Or simply use a favourite knight
complete castle structure and the possibility that
from your own collection to make a unique medieval diorama. It's so cool your friends will want to make one too!
you may eventually expand your castle, we
recommend you keep the castle as 4 separate
I. EXPANDING YOUR MEDIEVAL EMPIRE
units: i.e. 2 complete towers, 1 front wall and 1
The brick mould is reusable. Simply buy plaster powder from your local craft store. Keep these instructions so you can build
back wall. At the bottom layer of the tower, glue 4
additional castle elements and expand your kingdom! The greyish brick colours can be created by adding grey colour paint
square bricks as depicted in the diagram. After the glue is dry,
into the plaster mixture before moulding. Build another two towers and 2 walls to a make a colossal 4 towered castle or build a
these will function as slots for holding the structures together.
castle of your own design. You can also add more realistic, dimensional landscaping. Many materials such as trees, grass, and
Insert the front and back walls into the slots when assembling the
appropriate sized gravel can be found at your local hobby shop. Most importantly, have fun! Use your imagination and enjoy
castle. No need to apply glue. When you would like to move the
the experience of building your castle!
castle, simply dissemble the separate units and reassemble at the
new location. If you decide to glue the entire castle together, you
can do so with the glue provided. However, you may find it
difficult to move the castle due to its large size. It is a good idea to
ask an adult to get a piece of wooden board on which you can
then assemble and glue the castle. Mix some additional plaster and fill all the connection gaps with the paste. This will make
the castle become a complete unit for moving. You can also decorate the wooden base with paint and landscape features (not
provided in this kit).

G. DECORATING THE CASTLE

You may wish you enhance the stony look of the castle. Use the brush and grey paint provided to highlight the gaps between
bricks. You could also use the craving tool to deepen the natural wear and tear look of the castle walls. Use the glue to affix the
door, flooring and flag to the castle as shown in the diagram. When dry, place the castle onto the landscape play mat provided.

Craving tool to deepen the Affix the flag...

natural wear and tear look...

Add the floor... Affix the door...

J. FUN FACTS
Medieval Castles: Using the many masonry advances that had been achieved during the time of the Roman Empire, castles
began to emerge during the 11th century. The Roman Empire had fallen and lawlessness was everywhere as bands of pagan
warriors roamed the countryside in search of treasure and land that they could steal. Castles, and the elaborate defense
mechanisms that surrounded them, became very popular. The castle was the ultimate status symbol for the few land lords
wealthy enough to build them. Castles represented power, wealth, and importance! A castle was more like a small town than a
private home: in times of war it could protect hundreds of people. Castles were often built on a hill or mound called a motte.
These mottes ranged in height from just 10 feet to over 100 feet tall and offered those within the castle an unobstructed view
of the countryside and any approaching enemies! A ditch was often build around the motte and served as the first line of
defense against intruders. The outer walls of the castle, called stockades, could be more than 20 feet tall and 10 feet thick! The
enclosed structure, called the citadel, sat atop the motte and offered an imposing, often awe-inspiring sight!

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