Have you seen those colorful resin earrings and paperweights that look like something you would see in the sky? Then you’ve seen what happens when you use alcohol ink in resin. Alcohol inks can add bright colors and patterns to your resin crafts and jewelry. While they are fun to create with, they aren’t traditional […]
Category: Resin Frequently Asked Questions
Beginner questions about resin jewelry making – resin beginner
Frequently asked questions by those new to resin jewelry making Plus my resin jewelry making and crafting tips for beginners 1. Is resin dangerous? You should always take the appropriate safety precautions when working with any resin. At a minimum, always wear gloves and work in well-ventilated area. Other resins, like some polyesters and […]
How to seal papers or findings for including in resin
How to seal papers for including in resin One of the most frequently asked questions I get is how to seal papers before including them in resin. Here are a few of my tips: Does the item you are working with need to be sealed? The easiest way to know the answer to this is […]
Why is my resin thick? Reasons for thick resin
At some point, as you are mixing epoxy, you may find yourself asking, ‘why is my resin thick?’ It can be a little concerning to work with resin and wonder if you’ve done something wrong. Let me assure you that it isn’t that unusual and may not even be a problem. So here are a […]
Resin buying guide – your guide to selecting a resin
When it comes to buying resin, there are so many choices! Choosing one seems like it should be the easiest part of your project, but it suddenly becomes the hardest, and you are worried about using the wrong product and getting less than perfect results. Or maybe you’ve already tried making things with resin only […]
Best epoxy resin for crafts – a beginner’s guide to epoxy
Ready to try making resin crafts with epoxy? Yeah! Get ready for a ton of fun. As you gather your ideas, though, you see so many resin choices. It’s enough to make you hesitant to get started. How are you supposed to know which is the best epoxy resin for crafts? It’s okay. I’ve been […]
Epoxy resin casting – beginner’s guide to resin casting
So you’ve seen a few cool pictures on social media where someone has made something beautiful by casting with epoxy resin. Now, you’ve decided to give it a try, but there is so much information out there. How can you possibly sort through it all? It’s okay. I’ve been there too. It can be confusing […]
Why is my resin bendy? – Why is my resin flexible?
If you are asking yourself why is my resin bendy, there are a few reasons why this can happen: Resin needs more time to cure While a resin is curing, it will no longer be liquid, but can be soft and pliable. If this is happening to you, double-check the cure time for your resin. […]
What kind of resin should I use? – Choosing a resin
If you are asking yourself ‘What kind of resin should I use?’, you have come to the right place. This is one of the most common questions I get asked about art, jewelry and crafts. There is no ‘one size fits all’ resin, and there are MANY things to consider. I will walk you through […]
Molds for resin – Your burning questions answered!
You’ve decided you want to make resin crafts, and now you find yourself with questions about molds for resin. Can anything be used as a resin mold? Are resin molds expensive? Will I need to do anything special once my resin comes out of the mold? It’s okay. I’ve been there. When I first started […]