each design is 3d modeled with meticulous attention to every detail using autodesk maya. this step may take from 1-2 weeks depending on complexity of the design.

the master sculpt is printed using a resin printer. from here, we decide what tweaks need to be made. a design may be printed up to 10 times before it's perfect.

using the master print, dozens of molds are made using platinum silicone cured inside a pressure pot.

this is the most time consuming step of the process! urethane resin is dyed and applied inside the mold using a fine tool. each color of resin is its own separate layer. each resin layer takes 1 hour to cure inside a pressure pot.

a batch of 15-20 keycaps may take up to 5 days to cast.

after casting, each mold is opened to reveal an adorable artisan keycap. at this stage we roughly inspect the keycaps to categorize into a or b grades.

using varying grits of sandpaper, each keycap undergoes 2-3 rounds of manual sanding to ensure all edges/ undersides are smooth and even.

as orders arrive at lbc hq, each keycap is carefully inspected and polished before being carefully packaged.

keycaps are dropped off at the post office. we can't wait for them to arrive at their new homes!