Coloring clear epoxy resin is one of the best things about using it. (Right behind this fun resin project.) And you can easily color your resin to glow in the dark by adding glow powder pigment to your epoxy. You’ll love how it adds dimension and contrast to your resin art. You can buy glow […]
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Resin Didn’t Cure? 12 Reasons Why Epoxy Didn’t Harden
The second most popular question I get asked is, ‘Why didn’t my resin cure? You just mix the stuff together, and it gets hard, right?’ Yes, technically speaking. But YOU have to do your part to ensure that happens. And when you don’t? Well, you’re here looking for reasons why your resin didn’t cure. Here […]
Why is My Resin Wavy? Is This Normal or Not?
If you’re asking yourself why is my resin wavy, know that this can be a completely normal occurrence. But then again, it might not be. Normal: Mixing resin and hardener liquids together. When you first mix two-part resins together, you should expect to see wavy resin. Because the two parts of a resin kit are […]
SOLVED: What’s The Best Epoxy Resin Mixing Temperature?
What do your epoxy resin and Goldilocks have in common? They’re both looking for that ‘just right’ zone. For your epoxy resin, that means getting it to the right temperature so it cures. Yes, epoxy resin mixing temperature matters. Two-part resin kits have a bottle of resin and a bottle of catalyst (also called hardener). […]
10 Resin Tactics, Tips And Tricks The Pros Artists Use
Believe me when I tell you that how well your resin project turns out starts WAY before you ever open a bottle. You can avoid problems like bubbles and sticky resin. Here are 10 resin tips and tricks the pros use when creating resin art. Tip 1: Prepare your resin crafting area. Always go into […]
The Simple Trick For Curing Epoxy In Cold Weather
I was having curing issues when casting resin in my garage during cold temperatures. I realized it was all around the heat (or lack of it) during the entire curing process. The heat would build well in the beginning, but once the resin cooled, that’s when the problems began. So, if you are asking yourself […]
Can epoxy resin be used on glass? What To Know First
If you’ve spent time creating with resin, you may have wondered, can epoxy resin be used on glass? In a short answer, yes. But if you’ve learned anything around here already (besides how to make conversation heart jewelry), you know there’s always more to the story. Epoxy resin is a strong glue. Besides being a […]
How Much Epoxy Do I Need to Cover Art, Photos and Counters?
You’re ready to give a glossy finish to photographs, art, tiles, countertops, and tables. But as you’re gathering your resin supplies and find yourself asking, how much epoxy do I need? WAY TO GO for thinking about that now. So that you don’t mix too little or too much. You want to be the Goldilocks of […]
6 Easy Tricks to Color Epoxy Resin With Powder
Using powder to tint resin is an easy way to add sparkle and color to your resin crafts. My favorite powders for resin are the Pearl Ex colors. They come in multiple hues plus are so concentrated. I will show you six easy tricks to color epoxy resin with Pearl Ex powder. Tip 1: Brush powder […]
Quick Guide to the Best Epoxy Resin
You’re ready to take on an epoxy resin project. (Like these super easy alcohol ink crafts.) So you dive deep into the resin rabbit hole to learn how to make something exquisite. Except when your head surfaces hours later, you’re confused about which epoxy resin is the best one. Like read enough descriptions, and they […]