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How to avoid resin casting disasters Originally written February 2016. Updated April 2019. Resin casting is a lot of fun. I love the versatility of embedding objects in resin along with making it any resin color I want. Unfortunately, it isn’t always as easy as it looks and can cause frustration for even the most… Read more »
What is the best temperature for working with resin? Originally written March 2013. Updated March 2019 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… Read more »
Originally published November 2012. Updated November 2018. If you have ever used resin only to get less than desirable results, you’re not alone. While resin is a fun and versatile way to make jewelry, it can be a fussy beast as well! These are a few of the most common resin troubleshooting problems and what… 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 »
or I could have alternatively titled this post What I have learned about making resin jewelry and crafts Originally published June 2014. Updated August 2018. I started crafting with resin in 2006. Looking back on my experiences, there were a few things I wish I had known up front about making things with resin. … 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 »
Ten 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… Read more »
The five most common mistakes beginners make with resin Originally published October 2016. Updated April 28, 2018. Believe it or not, I was once a beginner with resin. So I’m sure you figured that out before now, but I tell you this, because when I started with resin, boy did I make some mistakes. I… Read more »
What do I do if my resin has yellowed? by Penny Reid I’ve heard mixed experiences with using yellowing resin. I have heard it won’t cure or that it will only get deeper yellow when cured. I also read the opposite -- that it gets less yellow when cured. Having some 1:1 epoxy resin with... Read more »
Resin challenges The struggle is real, even for experienced resin artists and crafters. We have our challenges when it comes to casting resin. I recently asked a few of my resin friends what some of their biggest resin challenges are, despite their years of experience. Here's what they had to say: As all of... Read more »