The Dwarven god in DnD is so good at crafting he can literally make new souls in his forge. :)

This happens in the Norse myths.

There's a joke about Adam and Eve in here somewhere. Genesis 2 for reference.

Sculpty terracotta would be a fitting choice. It's pretty easy to sculpt when kneaded, bakes in a traditional oven, keeps it's details. Perfect for silicone mold making.

> bakes in a traditional oven

Now that reminds me of a verse from a song I heard on the radio as a teenager:

  Had a meeting with my maker
  The superhuman baker
  He popped me in the oven
  And set the dial to lovin'