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Who doesn’t start out the year with the goal of getting more organized in your resin studio? (My hand is up in case you are wondering.) You may be going through some of your resin supplies and deciding that you don’t need certain items anymore or perhaps you have supplies that are too old to… Read more »
Originally published June 2012. Updated December 2018. 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… Read more »
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 basic concepts A doming resin mixes… Read more »
Why didn’t my resin cure properly? Originally published May 2012. Updated September 2018. This is a problem that resin newbies and seasoned professionals alike run into from time to time. Here are a few trouble areas where you should evaluate in case you’re asking yourself, “Why is my resin sticky?” 1. How old is your… Read more »
Should I use plastic resin molds or silicone resin molds for my resin jewelry and crafts? Originally published March 2013. Updated August 2018. Knowing the difference between plastic and silicone resin molds is important to getting the results you want. Both types of molds can work with a variety of resins, but knowing the limitations of… Read more »
Are you a resin jewelry making beginner? Don’t mix resin until you read this first! Originally published March 2014. Updated August 2018. That might seem a bit dramatic, so let me back up a bit. I get a lot of really good questions from aspiring resin jewelry makers and crafters worldwide. Many of those questions… Read more »
General resin troubleshooting tips Originally published November 2013. Updated August 2018. When working with resin, 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 it. Resin not cured or has not fully cured 1. Resin not mixed in… Read more »
How to seal papers for including in resin Originally published March 2012. Updated July 2018. One of the most frequently asked questions I get is how to seal papers before including them in resin. Here's a few of my tips: Does the item you are working with need to be sealed? The easiest way to... Read more »
Can I throw resin into the trash? Originally written January 2015. Updated June 2018. If you are anything like me, I generally start out the new year with a promise of getting more organized. My resin studio is no exception! I try to take an inventory of what I have and determine what I need… Read more »
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… Read more »