Using resin molds is fun to make resin crafts and jewelry. You can make everything from man cave coasters to boho earrings. I can’t think of a better day than that. Until it isn’t that amazing day. Because sometimes epoxy sticks to your mold and won’t release. Which then makes you google, ‘Why is resin sticking to my […]
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The Simple Steps To Casting Resin In Silicone Molds
Ready to try casting resin in silicone molds? Cool. It’s how you make beautiful resin art like a polaroid necklace or a bottle cap coaster. Here’s the easy guide to get you started and help you make something fantastic. Step 1: Select your silicone mold Silicone molds are great for casting epoxy resin. They’re flexible […]
10 Uncomfortable Truths About Resin Jewelry Molds
If you’ve spent time on social scrolling for jewelry inspo, you’ve seen trends like bangle bracelets and boho chic earrings. If you want to make them too, you can. All it takes using resin jewelry molds. But before jumping into making resin jewelry with molds, there are ten things you need to know first. Truth […]
How To Make A Silicone Mold For Resin Or Clay
If you’ve wondered how to make a silicone mold, the good news is that it’s easier than you might think. All you need to use is two-part silicone mold putty. Here’s why it’s THE BOMB to make a silicone mold: ✅ You don’t need any fancy equipment. ✅ Molds are food safe. ✅ You can […]
How to DIY Resin Molds Like A True Champ
If you’re asking yourself how to DIY resin molds, it’s pretty easy. Even if you’re a resin beginner. Let me introduce you to two-part silicone mold-making putty *You don’t need a mold box *It cures in under 30 minutes *You can use it for more than resin One of the good things about having […]
5 Resin Casting Tips Every Artist Needs To Know
Using resin for jewelry and crafts can be intimidating, especially if you are a resin beginner. Recently, I asked Tania of House of Molds to share some of her best resin casting tips to help crafters and jewelry makers get excellent results with silicone molds. 1. Wear gloves when handling molds and pouring resin. Not […]
3 Steps to Get Uncured Resin off Silicone
First, let me share the bad news. At some point, things are going to go sideways when creating with epoxy resin. You are going to make a big goopy mess, then ask yourself how to clean up uncured resin from silicone. Now the good news is that you might be able to do it and […]