Making resin crafts is so fun. The adventures that are waiting for you when you open resin kit bottles are endless. But before getting into the fun stuff, there are resin safety steps you need to take. And these are practical tips. No dumb warning labels here. 😉 #1: Have good ventilation Make sure there […]
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10 Answers For ‘What Can I Put In Resin Jewelry?’
If you’re asking yourself what can I put in resin jewelry, you will love this list. There are so many things that can get put in resin to give it your own creative spin. The possibilities are endless. Here are ten of my favorite things to include in resin jewelry Stickers Stickers are the quintessential […]
How To Be Happy At Using Candy In Resin – NOT!
So you’re thinking about putting candy in resin? And why wouldn’t you? The bright colors and unique textures are just what your resin jewelry needs. (and your teeth don’t). But… Click this 👇 There’s something you need to know first. Yes. I’ve got a crafting horror story about using candy in resin. These candy heart […]
4 Tips For Casting Resin In Cold Weather
I like creating with epoxy resin all year long. Unfortunately, though, the weather isn’t always ideal. I live in British Columbia, Canada, where it is cool and rainy most of the year. So for most of the year, I have to plan ahead to have successful pours. I’ve learned a few things along the way. […]
Why is my resin hot? Is this normal?
If you’re someone who is searching for, ‘Why is my resin hot?’, I get it. It can be a little weird to feel your resin mixing cup warm up, especially if you’ve never crafted with epoxy resin. Here’s the good news. It’s completely normal for two-part resin to get hot when you mix it. A […]
The PRO Secret To Making An Amazing Epoxy Table
When it comes to using epoxy to make a resin table, there is a cardinal rule you have to follow. Whether you like it or not. The resin always wins. It’s kinda cool to think you might have a chance in the resin fight club. But resin will do what it’s supposed to do. IF… […]
5 Things To Know Before Using Polyester Casting Resin
Wake up this morning thinking about using polyester casting resin? Who wakes up in the morning thinking that? (Even I’m not waking up in the morning thinking that.) Then why does it matter? The problem is that if you go to some of those big box crafting stores (which you shouldn’t — more on that […]
How To Get A Matte Or Satin Finish On A Resin Surface
Resin naturally cures with a glossy finish. It’s why it looks so good when you pour clear epoxy over a photograph. But sometimes clear and shiny isn’t always the look you want. You might want a matte or satin finish on your resin. You’ve got two options to get a matte finish on resin: Option […]
5 BEST Cold Weather Resin Tips To Avoid Sticky Resin
One of the things I love about living in Florida is that our winters tend to be quite delightful. And by delightful, I mean I can wear flip-flops pretty much any day of the year. It also means I don’t have to worry much about casting resin in cold temperatures. But I know many of […]
What To Do With Leftover resin? 8 Ways To Use It
Leftovers. Sometimes you love them. (Thanksgiving leftovers SO GOOD.)Â And sometimes you don’t. (Not saving my scrambled eggs ever.) And having leftover epoxy is somewhere in between. But you don’t have to waste it. Here’s what to do with leftover resin. You might just turn it into your next epoxy resin masterpiece. 1. Form the […]