One of the snappy things about resin (besides using it to make a candy necklace) is that it works for people in different ways. So over time, many of us have learned resin casting tricks to make things easier. Here’s what a few of my favorite resin artists shared are their favorite resin casting tricks. […]
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Resin Didn’t Cure? 12 Reasons Why Epoxy Didn’t Harden
The second most popular question I get asked is, ‘Why didn’t my resin cure? You just mix the stuff together, and it gets hard, right?’ Yes, technically speaking. But YOU have to do your part to ensure that happens. And when you don’t? Well, you’re here looking for reasons why your resin didn’t cure. Here […]
Can epoxy resin be used on glass? What To Know First
If you’ve spent time creating with resin, you may have wondered, can epoxy resin be used on glass? In a short answer, yes. But if you’ve learned anything around here already (besides how to make a candy necklace or conversation heart jewelry), you know there’s always more to the story. Epoxy resin is a strong […]
The 5 Steps To Have You Mixing Resin Like An Expert
Not to be overly dramatic here, but mixing resin is pretty important to making beautiful epoxy art and resin crafts. Wait. I changed my mind. I WANT to be over the top, Real Housewives, dramatic here. Mixing resin is beyond pretty important. In fact, it’s EVERYTHING to your resin success. You won’t make anything worth […]
How to Clean Resin Cups To Use Again
Learning how to clean epoxy resin tools and cups is not only a great way to save money, but it’s also a thoughtful way to reduce the amount of waste you produce. Plus, being thrifty like that is a true sign that you’re a resin artist. Here’s how I like to clean my resin tools […]
Quick Guide to the Best Epoxy Resin
You’re ready to take on an epoxy resin project. (Like these super easy alcohol ink crafts.) So you dive deep into the resin rabbit hole to learn how to make something exquisite. Except when your head surfaces hours later, you’re confused about which epoxy resin is the best one. Like read enough descriptions, and they […]
The Only Epoxy Resin Troubleshooting Tips You Need
If you’re a resin artist and you’re on this page–my apologies. No one comes to look for information about epoxy problems until they happen. You’re probably here because you’ve got a mess on your hands. I’m sorry for your frustration. I know how soul-crushing it can be to spend time making something that turns out […]
How to Polish Resin – Pro Secrets Revealed
After completing your resin projects, you might decide you want a shinier finish. Good news! You can polish resin, and I’m going to teach you how. Do you have a hard-curing resin or a soft-curing resin? This is important because soft-curing resins will make crumbs and can melt. So how do you know how hard […]
Resin Jewelry Making: What Beginners NEED to Know
Resin jewelry making beginner tips. Steps to help you learn and ensure success when working with resins for your crafts and jewelry.
The EASY Way to Calculate How Much Resin Do I Need?
So I’m guessing you googled, ‘How much resin do I need?’ and ended up here. Kudos for thinking about that now instead of when you’re halfway through your project. Mixing way too much or not nearly enough epoxy resin is frustrating. But so is math. I’ve got three options for you, from easiest to hardest, […]
