You’ve made some awesome resin charms. How do you turn them into something you can wear? One way to make your resin charms wearable is to add an eye pin. If you’re asking yourself, how to insert eye pin into resin, then keep reading! To use eye pins with resin charms, you will need: *A […]
Category: Resin Frequently Asked Questions
How to measure and mix epoxy resin and hardener in five easy steps
Epoxy resin comes as a two-part system: the Part A resin and the Part B hardener (also known as a catalyst). Knowing how to measure and mix epoxy resin and hardener is important to make sure your resin cures as expected! Here are the steps to make sure you have resin curing success every time. […]
Doming resin casting resin – resin formulas explained
What’s the difference between casting resin and doming resin? This difference is important to know for your resin success! Depending on what you want to make, choosing the right resin for your project is important so that you can get the results you want. Let’s start with a couple of basic concepts A doming resin […]
Resin Troubleshooting Tips – Epoxy resin troubleshooting
General resin troubleshooting tips When working with resin, the technique is very important to ensure outstanding results. Here are a few of the commonly encountered problems with using resin and suggestions for how to fix them. Resin not cured or has not fully cured Most likely cause: Resin and hardener not mixed thoroughly. While mixing, […]
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 […]
10 tips for getting rid of resin bubbles
Hand up if you hate bubbles in resin! (I have both of mine up in case you are wondering.) Nothing can ruin the look of resin quicker than finding a bubble in your finished project. Here are my 10 tips for avoiding and getting rid of resin bubbles. 1. Choose the right resin for your […]
Resin Obsession Super Clear Resin FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Resin Obsession Super Clear Jewelry quality resin: How do I mix super clear resin? Mix 2 parts of resin (part A) to 1 part of hardener (part B) by volume. Is there a minimum of resin I have to mix? You need to mix a minimum of 10 milliliters of […]
How to use a heat gun with resin
If you hate bubbles in resin as I do (okay, let’s get real. Who likes bubbles in resin??), then you are going to love this article where I show you how to use a heat gun to remove bubbles in resin. There are three reasons why I like to use a heat gun to help […]
Is resin safe to use during pregnancy?
Is resin safe to use during pregnancy? Good question! Using resin can be a fun way to spend a creative afternoon. It does, however, require certain safety precautions. Here are a few things to consider when deciding whether or not to use resin while you are pregnant: Carefully review the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for […]
What is the best resin mixing temperature? – What temperature should I mix resin?
What is the best temperature for working with resin? Did you know that your resin mixing temperature is essential for making sure your resin cures? Making sure your resin and working area are the ideal temperatures will make sure your resin not only fully cures, but cures crystal clear and bubble free. Why does the […]