#25- Making a Freeform Resin Geode on a Budget- New Edging Technique!

[@oliquin-roo3420]

I was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis at the age of 13. Most of life has been spent in and out of hospitals to this day. To me art became not only a way to pass time, but most importantly art became medicine to help me cope with the excruciating physical pain and emotional toll. As long as I'm working on piece I have a reason to get out of bed and a reason to make it to tomorrow if at least to see how my projects turns out. Now in my mid 30s, I spend lots of time at home, far more than I'd like, and my art takes longer to complete depending on my pain. Today was an exceptionally painful one but watching this video, witnessing your talent bring such beauty to life made me so happy I have no words. The beauty in your work only compares to the mother nature's talent. Life and time have a greater significance to me, perhaps because of my struggles, bucket lists and goals to some may be simple lists but to me they are important as food or air. I say this because since watching your videos, it has become a life goal to someday have a piece of your art in the most prominent area of my home to see it and fill my soul with joy. Similarly, I added a new line to my bucket list and learn to work with resin and make art of own. Thank you from the deepest corners of heart for sharing your talent and art with the world and especially with this humble fan from Miami.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. You have encouraged me a lot. My 5-year-old son has a host of medical needs and has spent a lot of time in the hospital as well. I'm so glad that you have found an outlet to create and be happy in the midst of all that you go through. Thank you for joining my art journey!

[@koaboyd453]

I agree art has helped me with pain, the emotional turmoil of living with a terminal disease, it allows me to relax and focus on something other than my disease!!! I did my first art exhibit and actually sold 3 pieces and I never thought I was gonna sell one. I love these geodes and want to try one but haven't man up yet....lol...shakes and tremors are part of my disease and it looks like I might have issues doing some things. But with those shakes and tremors my acrylic pours sometimes turn out fabulous!!! I wish you the best with your health and art!!! And as for our RESINISTA keep up your beautiful work, you touch many more than you know, thank you

[@RVS214]

Fantastic results...LOL was anyone else dying of suspense the whole time?...OMG will the barrier hold?!! Will she finish the pour before the resin hardens??? Will that wax paper peel off?!! It was better than an Alfred Hitchcock movie..LOL I was so invested in it!!! Fantastic Job!

[@CatherineSTodd]

"The world is made by artists, and art makes life worth living." And you are a perfect example of this! ~ Catherine Todd

[@sailorhathor9705]

Beautiful! Finally, a resin geode that actually looks like a geode! Thanks for the tips.

[@gabbiesmeemee]

Wow I absolutely love how the paint pens accentuated everything on the geode. I think I might have to try something like this. I love getting on KZbin and finding new things then I can create myself. I don't copy other people's stuff so just the fact that you taught me how to do a geode, helps me in deciding the colors I want use in mine. What a beautiful creation you made. Take care and God bless Deb

[@thefrugalresinista]

Yay! I'm so glad you're going to try it!

[@margreetzijlstra6396]

Beautiful done

[@lorrainewhitlock5377]

This is the first time that I've seen anyone do a geode and it came out beautiful. I was impressed.😍😀🙋

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@jalayneatkins8565]

1st time we meet ... An idea... have you tried soaking it in hot water to melt any remaining wax & dissolve any remaining paper? I havent worked with resin yet. It's on the shelf waiting for the right project to 'try it'/'spend it' on & this is it! I'm going to make this with my 13 yr old grandson! He's gonna LOVE it!! We spent quite some time at Christmas at the Michael's craft store looking, many multiple times, at every single special rock they had to find just the right one for me to gift him & it was a geode in those colours that he chose. There was always a feature he liked about one & then a different feature that he liked would be prominent in another, & he had to keep weighing his degree of admiration for the individual features themselves against the percentage of the rock encompassed by said feature & also take into account any other specialties like colour & sparkle they each may have had to offer & I was right there with him in the agony over each eliminated rock because we'd have preferred to take them ALL home & enjoy the magic of every one of the special features they had in stock. But the gift was for just one rock.... the one that was the most precious & beautiful to him of them all. It was a terrific lesson in the practise of making choices if you have the time & patience to help them work through each option, & then all the choosing then 2nd guessing & deliberation over the 2nd choices & so on. (Of course I ended up buying him 2 afterall because neither of us could choose which stone had the feature we were willing to leave behind. & sooooooo.... He will be thrilled to be able to make his own huge geode and incorporate any or all of his favoured features as well as choose his own colours. Maybe if we allow ample curing time we can keep adding layers every weekend until we have what looks like a whole 3D geode rock! Have you tried that yet? I'll let you know if it works though it'll be a while from now.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Good idea! I haven't tried that. Others suggested adding heat as well. I did buy a silicone mat after this video and that works pretty well.

[@dianeessex300]

Beautiful piece! Suggestion...try parchment instead of wax paper. You find it in the baking aisle on a big roll, and NOTHING sticks to it, not even E6000.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks!

[@davidhill1220]

Soo pretty Love the way you talk through the whole process with tips👍

[@faithbaez4022]

She's so accurate she pours the paint so perfectly she's a professional

[@southernelle8707]

Thank you so much for sharing your ideas! I love Stone Coat also. I've seen other resin artists say they prefer using other brands to save money but in my experience, Stone Coat is not only the most affordable but the quality of it is unbeatable. I've tried other brands and hands down, stone coat is the best. I've struggled with finding a good way to do the edges of a free form geode. I absolutely LOVE your way! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much for watching! And yes, I'm with you! As much as I love to save money, I would rather spend more on the quality of Stonecoat!

[@lori9964]

Gorgeous

[@bjerles]

This is soooooo gorgeous! These are my colors. I have never seen anyone make these before. Amazing!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Oh my goodness. Thank you so much!

[@jstansifer3690]

For our benefit you worked really diligently. Thank you so much. Beautiful work

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching!

[@sapphirejones7302]

This is my first time seeing you. While I won't do this project I enjoyed how you explained what you were doing step by step. Thank you for that. It's great that you would answer a question I had just asked myself. You are a teacher and I am now a subscriber. I look to forward to going thru your past & future videos!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing. You're so sweet!

[@MrsCluffRN]

The Frugal Resinista I agree! Just watching you create and explain in detail, is so relaxing & enjoyable. Even if I never get to try this, your technique of filming and sharing what you love to do translates thru to us. Very Inspirational. I too am subscribing now and can’t wait to binge watch your channel from the beginning!! Thanks for sharing!!!🤙🏻

[@dianasmith8166]

I'm impressed, both as a geologist and as an artist. Has me thinking. Hmmmm...

[@thefrugalresinista]

What a COOL job! Thanks for watching. I hope you try it!

[@lindachristoffer8410]

Beautiful. I just love art that you can’t replicate! So original and lovely. Tyfs

[@crystalphillips7123]

Just gorgeous!!! You're an ANGEL 😇 to do these tutorials! It's a fun process and the end results are spectacular!!!💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@thefrugalresinista]

You're so sweet! Thank you so much for watching!

[@vickibreitmayer4627]

That would look awesome in a shadow box type of frame (white) with a teal mat. Using a double thick foam two sided tape. Fabulous work!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Ooohhh! I like that idea!

[@1111MMC]

YES, I like Vicki's idea too! My thought was to pour a thin coat of resin in the frame (of course put plexiglass on back before pouring resin) put geode in after first layer dries then pour in more resin on top. End result would look like it's floating in the frame.😁

[@julietravels3]

This is one of the most beautiful pieces I have seen on yt. Thank you for sharing and your explanations were very easy to understand. 🌸

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate you watching!

[@deborahmorgan8129]

Absolutely gorgeous. Can't wait for the next video.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@deborahmorgan8129]

@@thefrugalresinista you are welcome. I started following you on IG

[@sylvieh1063]

2nd video I’ve seen of yours. 💕 Thank you! You’re so patient and explain everything so well. I think it was a success!!! Sooo lovely. Love the colors. I might try this exactly. 💕

[@annawimpey5307]

Loved the color combo. Could you do a tutorial on creating a geode slice that could be hung in front of windows like a sun catcher? It would be a wonderful craft project.

[@KimberlyMWylie]

The geode is gorgeous! Love the idea of using a hot glue gun for the form and incorporating it into the geode! That's brilliant!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you SO much!

[@curtriceennis2924]

Even though it didn't work out as you wanted it to do, I think it is beautiful... if it's heat-resistant, it would make a very pretty trivet. Still, though, it's beautiful! Thank you for sharing the "mess-up" with us. Am sure I'll be making one at sometime in the near future. Keep Crafting.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching!

[@lilmissoopsie8537]

Absolutely beautiful can't wait to give this a try so much cheaper than getting moulds!! Genius!

[@bangchanswebbrowsinghistor5145]

omg working on a resin project and this tuto SAVED MY LIFE

[@thefrugalresinista]

I'm so glad! Thanks for the message!

[@nisrinhilal152]

i liked your passion in work

[@Oonagh72]

A very pretty geode. Just FYI-there is a product called nail polish thinner. You can get it at Sally’s Beauty Supply. If you have polished that are very low or just thick you can thin them out for spreading. It doesn’t take much to thin polish so a bottle goes a very long way.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for the tip!

[@through_tandt]

best work I have seen so fare you really tried to make it a s perfect as possible thanks for sharing!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!!!

[@Ediblebliss11]

Absolutely amazing

[@1tinac]

This was brilliant. So very interesting. Thanks for sharing.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@bru1015]

Cool idea using nail polish. Very nice...👍

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks!

[@whencutetrumpstroublefinch2544]

Have you ever tried this project on glass? I'm thinking that after it is completely dry, you can put it in the freezer and let it get VERY cold and just pop it off intact. Thinking it would also have a shiny finish on the back side that way. Might be worth a try. Happy Crafting!

[@thefrugalresinista]

I haven't! That's an awesome idea! Thanks for sharing.

[@MommyOfZoeAndLiam]

Glass wild break I think. I think some sort of plastic or plexiglass would be an idea though.

[@junerodriguez1938]

Absolutely beautiful

[@sherriwagner1483]

Beautiful!!! I really enjoyed your video!!

[@inkadinkadoodle]

I love the difference between the two sides! This project looks like you used two different techniques in one -- that's how different each side looks to me from the other! Both sides are equally beautiful! Well done! :)

[@jman6030]

Awesome 😉 I did our countertops in s.c epoxy and turned out great..seen your video and now I want to try the geodes! Great job! Inspirational 😊

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you! You are brave! I found SC because I wanted to do my counter tops but I chickened out!

[@inspire734]

@@thefrugalresinista Do small samples first, that is what I am going to do. Making my own cabinets and counters.

[@dianesimpkins426]

Beautiful, and fun to watch.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@Glassdaisy109]

A lovely, delicate piece. The pink in the centre looks so fresh and cherry blossom like.xx

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@Decopainterandtea]

Wow that is so pretty. The back is an even deeper colour of the front which was very nice too unless it was the lighting. Looks great on the display stand. I am new to your channel. Glad I found it!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much! Yes, the back is darker. I appreciate you subscribing!

[@shirleycourtney1138]

Super besutiful! You could go back and put pigment powder in the clear and fill in the center. It would be cool too!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@donnadiesburg7451]

so awesome! I just found you lately and I love your style and everything you do

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@polymerclayannex5453]

It’s beautiful !

[@Leeler9257]

I'd also do a shiny clear on the backside. It'd look like a slice of a geode...

[@terryalexander86]

When I Resin my coasters, I use a freezer paper from Walmart underneath and the resin peels off perfectly after it dries. Wax paper messed me up too!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Awesome idea! Thanks!

[@LindysEpiphany]

Using at least 3mil plastic works great. A roll will last a long time and can be reused also

[@thefrugalresinista]

Just picked some up! Thanks for the tip!

[@marikaswan5363]

This turned out really nice! Thank you!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@bestallwaysful]

Beautiful God bless the work of your hand thanks for sharing 😍

[@thefrugalresinista]

Aww... Thank you so much!

[@bestallwaysful]

@@thefrugalresinista no problem have a great day dear

[@artisticpoursandmorecraftw3277]

Came out gorgeous!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@usherl250]

Pretty colors, love it

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks!

[@maggiem4734]

Try using parchment paper instead. NOTHING sticks to it! 👌🏼💕 This is a gorgeous piece! Ty for sharing 👍🏼

[@thefrugalresinista]

Awesome! Thanks for the tip!

[@maggiem4734]

You are welcome! I look forward to watching more of your art.

[@Jaxxaamillion]

Will you be able to flip the paper over? Can you see through parchment paper?

[@wandabagi2317]

Absolutely stunning!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@corinnerenshaw3621]

That is amazing ! Look great !

[@HWolfe]

I love how this worked out and the methodology that you used. The one thing I'd do differently is a simple thing. I'd use a cordless hot glue gun; for I don't like the 'drag' of the cord of a corded gun. Thanks for sharing! Gorgeous work.

[@thefrugalresinista]

You are brilliant! I actually didn't know those existed. That darn cord drives me nuts!

[@lorrainewadsworth9019]

@@thefrugalresinista go and treat yourself to one.

[@lesliebean4594]

I love watching you work. Great job! This turned out so beautifully 😊

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@lesliebean4594]

The Frugal Resinista Thank you so much for sharing!

[@goodasgoldsporthorses5829]

Have a thought for the next one of us who are in possession of a warped cookie sheet 😜 .......try using a straw and blow through it to mix the resin colors? I’ve seen this done with a hair dryer (I’ve seen both techniques used for straight acrylic paint) ....think the hair dryer might be too powerful for this smaller project....but the straw might work ...then ya don’t have to pick anything up 😊 just a thought from my end of the world 😜 ...happy crafting all

[@dharmadoodles]

Absolutely Beautiful...!!!!!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@artgal7]

Your geode design turned out gorgeous. Regarding the waxed paper: I set a lot of gemstones in resin for basket centers and ya know what works best for me? Clear page protectors that you can get on the cheap at Walmart (I do prefer the heavier weight ones). Just cut them apart and tape down to a flat surface. Cured resin pops right off. I use a 1:1 epoxy resin but it may not be the same brand as yours so I'd test it out first. Thanks for a great video. I'm definitely going to try this project.

[@rosemarycarrasquillo7111]

Fantastic job! Can you please write a list of things needed to do this project. Question: Why the middle was left without color? This is a great project . Thank you for sharing.

[@20greeneyes20]

You aced it. Looks beautiful great job !

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@jennypettry9370]

Great job

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks!

[@Sallyhomesteader]

Beautifully done! Bravo!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@cherieducotebreaux3804]

This is so beautiful!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@christinecabana4169]

USE A HAIRDRYER TO BLEND OR MOVE COLOURS INTO EACH OTHER :)

[@karenbarton1717]

So beautiful!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@desireeramirez2891]

Don't say umm so much... Other then that I love the video. Can't wait to try this

[@leannporter-parsley1523]

Wow! That is beautiful! New subscriber!🙋🏻‍♀️

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much!

[@terryalexander86]

That is beautiful

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@rrhopewell]

Really pretty

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@cindyjones8336]

Just beautiful!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much!

[@syedahashmi836]

This is amazing I love your creative ideas I'm your fan 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@syedahashmi836]

😍😙😙😙

[@ceenew2886]

Beautiful!

[@lizzymoore54]

Loved this! Great work!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks!

[@julierathe6661]

My favorite colors, I love it! I tried with hot glue and everything came off the back and the hot glue stuck...what a mess I had lol. I have a silicone may I will try next time. Also a tip.. at most dollar stores they have the shiney clear cutting mats that work really good and Im going to try that out for doung this....try them...its frugal and fun lol. Thanks for another great video!

[@mooreazin7809]

Thank you, amazing job

[@minacrafts8456]

Excellent job thanks

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you for watching!

[@carmelgagne4497]

Awesome job, turned out really nice.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@r.marlenedeal232]

Maybe use a empty ketchup container from dollar tree the small spout will help u build up faster or spread out faster looks great you did a fine job

[@thefrugalresinista]

Good idea!

[@pattiartiste]

Are all your paints mixed with resin? If so, what is the ratio please?

[@TA-sv8kd]

Great idea! Beautiful! Suggestion: Try parchment paper. Nothing seems to stick to that. Thanks for the videos! :-)

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching! I switched to that and a silicone mat after this video!

[@davidgraham2673]

Wow, I love this! Maybe you could put the geode in the oven at a low setting, and melt the wax on the paper, making it possible to remove cleanly. Just a thought. Great job irregardless.

[@Daneeldrgn]

Beautiful

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@sosborneknight]

Gorgeous end result 💖🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧💖

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you for watching!

[@rebeccamcgee4079]

I really like this a lot!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much!

[@user-te8yb2oz1u]

love this...you did a great job!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much!

[@dianasmith8166]

Have you tried using large plastic lids, such as come on ice cream buckets. Years back I used one on a different style resin, and it peeled off rather easily once dry. I did leave it sit for three days.

[@thefrugalresinista]

I haven't. That's a great idea!

[@ivelissemccombs4338]

This is my first time washing. It's beautiful. I will like to try could you use glitter? 🌋

[@thefrugalresinista]

Absolutely. I would personally mix the glitter in to clear resin and then pour so that you don't have loose glitter everywhere. When you put glitter on top of resin, rather than sink, it spreads out over the top of the resin and covers your design.

[@lovely_deja]

awesome job

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks!

[@coffeewithbradvlogchannel1491]

You do such a great job this stuff ❤️

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks Brad! Miss you!

[@JesuseverythingTV]

Miss you too

[@YorkshireLassWithClass]

Oh my days, this is stunning! I really want to have a go at it but I’m too scared.

[@WhatTheHellRachelle]

Go for it! What’s the absolute worst thing that could happen other than it doesn’t turn out the way you want it to? At least you would know what to do better the next time you give it a go! Don’t let fear hold you back, you’ll never know if you don’t try! Good luck, I’m sure you can do it! ❤️🤗💫⭐️❤️

[@agooddaytocraft]

This is the first video of your's I've watched. Have you tried a silcone cookie mat? Beautiful work. I'm glad you didn't give up on it.

[@chelle1956]

Right now I’m up to the spot where you said the inside was a little tricky, and I was thinking what if you make the line on the inside a little bit smaller and that way you can pick the glass up over the outside glue line like you did for the outside. It might be easier to put around… That’s just a thought 💭

[@Jaxxaamillion]

"Um" Your work is amazing 👏👏👏🙌👌🙏😍

[@MoniqueAO888]

Great video...if you want to tilt your work you could slip the wax-paper onto your cutting-mat...greetings from Germany :-)

[@praeliora]

You can get those Hobby Lobby glass chips from an aquatics centre much cheaper..

[@thefrugalresinista]

Awesome! I will take a look!

[@sropehorses]

Hi, i love your idea, i would try to use vellum, that might be a fun way so you dont have to remove it from the back, and it would make your project stronger. Just an option?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching. That's a great idea. I haven't tried it yet!

[@jademannor9851]

Most awesome

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!!!

[@mich666hell-lol]

Gorgeous. I'm going to try it with clear cellophane. :)

[@ginafriend1690]

It turned out Beautiful!! I raise the kickstand on my glue gun when working.