‘Tis the season to get busy with resin! We creatives know it’s almost always cheaper to DIY Christmas jewelry than buy it. The only catch is finding the time. I recommend you find the time! Making holiday resin pendants and magnets is a great way to give a handmade gift this season! For this project, […]
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How To Make A Magnet With Leftover Resin And Paper
I hate wasting resin. Not using mixed resin is one of those highly uncomfortable moments for me. (Same for throwing away a perfectly good box.) If this hits home for you too, then you might want to see this. You can combine resin and paper to make a locker or refrigerator magnet. 💡 Pro tip: […]
Save These Objects From Your Trash And Use Them In Resin Instead
Looking for ideas for using objects in resin? Sometimes, finding your next resin project might be one step away from the trash. Recycle found items for resin Next time you make frozen juice, save the juice can lid for resin crafts. Wash it well, as you need a clean surface for the resin to stick. […]
On A Tight Budget? Here Are Alternative Resin Molds
There’s something kinda cool that happens when you have worked with resin for a while. You learn how to make it work for you. For this resin pendant, you will use stamps as alternative resin molds. Resin supplies and equipment needed: Alumilite Amazing Casting resin 2-inch wide masking tape Stamps without the wooden/plastic backing […]
What To Do With Leftover resin? 8 Ways To Use It
You worked hard to mix your epoxy resin. It’s beautiful, crystal-clear, and now you’ve got some leftover. Don’t waste it. And I’m guessing you don’t want to, otherwise you wouldn’t be here looking for ideas on what to do with leftover resin. It’s cool. I’ve got you. Here are a few things you can do […]
How To Glitter And Resin A Tumbler
Looking for another surface to cover with glitter and clear epoxy? What better way than to glitter and resin a stainless steel tumbler. You’ll love having a beverage holder that’s sparkly while you’re sweaty. Plus, you can personalize these to gift for birthdays, holidays and any day of the week that ends in Y. Resin […]
5 Ideas For Making Diorama Jewelry With Epoxy
Now that my kids are a little older, their school projects have become more sophisticated. So when they had to do a diorama as a book report, I took it as inspiration for a resin jewelry project. If you aren’t familiar with dioramas, they’re a miniature way to capture a scene. (Like from a book […]
How To Make Seashell Resin Magnets In 5 Easy Steps
Spending a few days at the beach? Then you’re probably going to come home with a few seashells. But then what? What do you say we turn that seashell collection into resin magnets. By the way, this project is perfect for resin beginners. Step 1: Dry the sand Before using your shells and sand, they […]
The Easy Way To Turn Leftover Resin Into A Ring
I may have mentioned this before, but I HATE wasting resin. It takes so much effort to make sure your resin is mixed well, I despise not putting it to good use. If this sounds like you, then you’ll love learning how to use your leftover resin to make a resin ring. [OPTIONAL] Step 1: […]
How To Recycle Mason Jar Lids Into Resin Coasters
I love mason jars and have wanted a set of mason jar lid coasters. The problem with a standard mason jar lid is that it comes in two pieces, and the resin would be able to seep out. However, I found some vintage covers for sale at a local garage sale that are one piece. […]