by Penny Reid Dying to have some fun this Halloween? Well, this tutorial should lift your spirits! I am going to show you how to make a boo-tiful bookmark with four simple things: resin, paper, string, and charms. Supplies needed: Resin Obsession Super Clear Resin Resin Bookmark Mold Embossing gun (or other heating… Read more »
by Cat Kerr Originally written June 2017. Updated August 2019. The only issue I had with making these easy Faux Crystal Pendants....was choosing what color of transparent pigment to use!! Resin Materials List: • Resin Obsession Super Clear Resin • Resin Obsession Transparent Pigment • Crystal Mold • Square Bead Mold • Wax Paper • Brass... Read more »
Originally posted October 2017. Updated February 2019. It was all rainbows and unicorns in the studio this week. Okay, maybe not the unicorns. Wouldn't that have been cool! I love creating rainbow charms with resin, but wanted to do something different this week. I thought it would be fun to create them with different layers... Read more »
How to make a blue sparkle flower resin ring Make your own cocktail bling ring in an afternoon. Originally published July 2013. Updated October 2018. Supplies needed: Resin Obsession super clear resin 1 ounce measuring cups Silicone flower mold (I used mold F0147 single flower) Alumidust intermediate blue color powder Stir stix Nitrile gloves Blue… 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 »
Being a crazy cat lady means I have to immortalize it for all of eternity. What better way to do that than with making cat hair beads with resin! This is the hardest part of the entire project. Find a willing participant. I snuck up on studio kitty while she was relaxing and cut a... Read more »
How to make a scarf pin by Jasmine Moore -Large button reusable silicone mold -Resin (I used Resin Obsession Super Clear Resin and Easy Cast) -White opaque dye -Glitter (optional) -Alcohol markers -Rubbing Alcohol -Mold Release (I used Castin' Craft Mold Release) -Mixing Utensils With Spring fast approaching, or at least that's what I'm being... Read more »
Five tips for casting resin in silicone molds by Tania of House of Molds 1. Wear gloves when handling molds and pouring resin. Not only do they keep you safe from resin, but they also prevent fingerprints inside the molds. Sometimes these fingerprints can show up on your resin castings. Note: The more glossy... Read more »
Silicone molds FAQ Resin Obsession is excited to be working with House of Molds in Italy. We are carrying their line of clear silicone molds for casting resin jewelry and crafts. They have written an extensive FAQ on how to get the best results using their silicone molds. Read it by clicking this link: House… Read more »
Resin casting Halloween charms I don't know what it is, but I can't possibly pass up a craft store when I'm within walking (sometimes driving!) distance. Of course while I'm there, I MUST go by the sales bin. Imagine my giddiness when I found these beauties! Of course, I decided to use them for resin... Read more »