#38- 5 Ways to Create Geode Resin Coasters, on a Budget!

[@nikavuthy6087]

listening to you explain so naturally is very relaxing and not boring !

[@melindad.4154]

I love the free form. I'm going to make some this week and see what happens. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Good luck! Thanks for watching!

[@junerodriguez1938]

I think finish off with the gold paint makes it look very beautiful

[@katht9311]

Thanks so much for the coaster demo. I’m looking to do these for Christmas gifts. I love the way you explain and give tips for success.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Yay! Have fun creating them!

[@sealinalashelle5126]

These are so gorgeous! Such a thorough tutorial.

[@crystalphillips7123]

These are so decadent!!! Love seeing the many ways to do the geodes!!! You make it look so easy and fun!!! Thanks for another great video and inspiration!!!💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching again!

[@littledebbieelliott4414]

They all turned out great.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@kimbuktu007]

Beautiful!! Favorite is the free form with the gold/ bronze rim 😍

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks! That's my favorite too!

[@Madnessmakes]

I've been wanting to try coasters but wasn't sure how to do them. These are beautiful, thank you for sharing.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you! I hope you try them!

[@joannesarlo518]

these coasters turned out great. thank you for showing the different ways you can make the geode look!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching!

[@marsharn53]

They look beautiful and I love the colors. Thanks for sharing!

[@cjroelof]

They all turned out great!! Thank you for sharing!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@emilypoole5686]

Loved this video and WOW for the freeform geos...they look as close to natural as I can see. Subscribed and look forward to watching more of your talents. Thank you from NC.

[@tammyandersonart]

Great video Rebecca and gorgeous work. Glad to see your channel growing.😘❤🤗

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much! I'm no Tammy but I'm sure having fun! ;)

[@punjabpainting2002]

Beautiful painting, i love it

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching again!

[@AngelasMixedMediaArtist]

Beautiful love ❤️ your ideas are amazing🌹

[@88beckys]

they are all beautiful!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@lindafrier1615]

Really turned out nice. I made free form molds using silicone caulk but at the time I had no stones or glass only glitter. They turned out ok but the glass really does the trick. Thanks again for your tutorial.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching!

[@cherylalikhani5957]

They are all pretty but I really love how the 3D turned out.

[@LHA100]

Love it! Does it tolerate heat ( can it be used for a cup of tea or coffee)?

[@amybenetin9692]

I’m interested in trying resin but am nervous. You make it look so easy. I love your work

[@thefrugalresinista]

Oh my gosh! I was the same way! I waited a YEAR to try resin. If you get through the quick learning curve of working with it and expect that your first piece or two won't go according to plan, then you'll totally get the hang of it! I hope you try it!

[@karenwensel2881]

These are beautiful!! Very NIce!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@susanalger3393]

So beautiful, I want to try!

[@lorikendrick5076]

Thanks for the demo! I was scared getting started but now have direction. These are great.

[@thefrugalresinista]

Yay! I hope you try it! Resin is so fun!

[@TheArtfulMermaid]

My favorites are the hot glue ones and the puddle pour one they are so gorgeous 😍💜

[@thefrugalresinista]

The puddle pour is my favorite too!

[@louisarankin5091]

Thanks for this amazing video! Can’t wait to see how my own turn out!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks! Let me know how they turn out!

[@louisarankin5091]

Thanks I’ve just found your channel haha 😊 it will either be magical or it may be thrown 😂

[@marikaswan5363]

They all turned out spectacular! ;)

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks!

[@Ladyhinton]

Just found your channel and you're just under 10k subs as of my comment... new sub because you're sweet and creative...plus now you're one closer to 10k! 😁

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you for subscribing!

[@terrymoriarty8700]

hello, i just stumbled on your video here. was watching it and i heard you say you use stone coat resin and that you only have about 15 minute working time. well i use that same product and i am in love with it but i must let you know, you actually have a 45 minute to 1 hour working time with this product. yes, and that's the beauty of it. just thought i would let you know. there have been times i had acrylic pours lined up to be resined and made a 6oz batch and by the time i got finished it was indeed 1 hour later and it was just starting to thicken up but still workable. gr8 video :)

[@notebookluvr]

A lot of things can change the working time. Heat and humidity can affect resin in different ways. If you live in a cooler, dry area, or use it in a cool environment, it will affect your working time. Usually warmer areas cause resin to cure more quickly. So what is true for you, may not be the same for someone else.

[@chloetlmonkey5260]

Love the coaster idea, they look great:)

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@chrys6041]

Amazing as always!! This time I've watched something different. I like the coasters so much! Bravo!!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for continuing to watch!

[@biasedneutron231]

You are so talented! This is so beautiful!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@sunnygenna1734]

I loved the idea ♥️ very good ♥️ and I love your channel

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much!

[@bhartipatel2895]

Amazing art!!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you for watching!

[@ChristyJade]

Do you have to use torch or does it just speed it up?

[@marafuser1883]

Beautiful

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@wilhat]

Love them.

[@lolobrocker4926]

Great video. Thx for sharing

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you for watching!

[@FavoriteCreations]

Love them!! 👌🏼

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@artvandelay4302]

Oh golly, I have been thinking and thinking about how to make a free form coaster. So, I’m so glad you did this! And I already have the red silicone form, but worried it is too big. But if you do it I know it is ok, so I will try it. Thanks again for another great video. 👏👏👏👏

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much for watching again! I like big coasters so that they can fit big mugs! Ha ha.

[@jstansifer3690]

Love the techniques AND your music!

[@مجلسحسام]

GOOD LOCK, I LOVE IT :)

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you so much!

[@mariskagittens152]

Great video !! What do you mix your colors with if I may ask ?

[@sparklebysalika6205]

amazing !!!!

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@debradeanne74]

I've been wanting to make geodes for awhile now. Your video has been an inspiration to me. Toodles...Deb new subbie

[@thefrugalresinista]

Aww! Thanks! I hope you go for it!

[@lyreen0410]

How do you coat the outer part of the coaster? What did you mix the copper mica with? Acrylic paint?

[@daydreamer1051]

New sub. Thank you for doing the coasters they are very beautiful. I can’t wait to try resining now 💜💙

[@susannes2806]

Love these❣️

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks!

[@katny321]

I'm a new sub, you're so sweet. Also, thank you for explaining everything.🌷 I want to try this, but nervous. 😦

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching. Go for it!!! Share a pic if you decide to do it!

[@katny321]

@@thefrugalresinista Thank you, I will keep watching. Also, tell my friends about you're channel. 🌷I will have to buy all these products.💜 I will send a pic, of my mess lol thanks again💝

[@itsnancymelendez]

Do you put resin in the paints and pigments before pouring? Also is the tourch absolutely necessary to make these? Or is there an alternative? Thank you love you vids!!!

[@janahendrix458]

Stupendous! ✓💜💛💚💙👌👍

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!!!

[@margaretperry2015]

There are several different types of stonecoat resin. Which one do you recommend for coasters? Is it the same one used to coat paintings?

[@seaweedbeach]

Amazing

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you for watching!

[@melissawoodard4302]

Love your videos. Just wondering is that regular paint that you are mixing in with the resin? Does that cause the resin to cure differently?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much! Yes, I use craft acrylic paints. You just have to make sure to use a 10 part resin to 1 part paint ratio or even a bit less. Then your resin won't get messed up. It does speed up your curing time a bit and gives you less time to work.

[@jeansmith5692]

They all turned put fabulously, what do you mix the resin with?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much! I mixed acrylic paint, Testors enamel paint and Pearl Ex pigment powder.

[@Marithai1]

so nicely explained! Thank you! Could you repeat the name of the copper color brand please?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you for watching! It is Testors brand enamel paint. You can find it on Amazon here... amzn.to/2Z4x3GK

[@wilsal2485]

I love your channel name! I'm wanting to start working with resin but it looks like an expensive craft to do. What would be the most basic items I could start with besides resin & molds? Thanks in advance if u get a chance to answer :)

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks so much! If you watch my video #35, it is for beginners to resin and has instructions on how to use each product as well as a product list in the comment section and where to purchase things. That would be your best bet to start with!

[@wilsal2485]

@@thefrugalresinista thank you

[@lorisalomon9069]

Your work is beautiful. Are the colored paints mixed with resin or just the paint gets poured and the resin on top. You have paint in cups already so no sure. Thank you

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you! My acrylic paint is mixed in with my resin. Resin doesn't "love" acrylic paint but if you make sure to stick to a 10 parts resin to 1 part paint or less, you shouldn't have trouble. It only takes a bit of paint to color the resin. If you use too much, your resin will get stringy and not cure correctly.

[@bejohnson67]

do you need to put anything on the mould so the resin dont stick

[@thefrugalresinista]

Nope, not on the silicone ones.

[@susanwaterspaints1412]

can you use a heat gun instead of a torch? it isnt optimal i know. but no torch right now...

[@thefrugalresinista]

Sure! When you turn it on, have it far away from your resin and move in slowly. You don't want to blow the resin everywhere! My torch just died so I'm in the same boat!

[@AngelasMixedMediaArtist]

Beautiful love ❤️ thx

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@glamourdecor3819]

Good day! Tell me please where can I order such small crystals?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thanks for watching! Here you go... amzn.to/2NTx5MH and amzn.to/2VQU3qB

[@kmatlack2001]

These are gorgeous. How do you finish the back of the coasters?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you! I haven't yet actually! I'm still trying to decide.

[@paulavalentino4589]

@@thefrugalresinista Just subscribed as I am a virgin to resin since I have 5 cats! ;) But I am venturing in anyway and I was thinking cork could work on the backs!

[@melindad.4154]

I went out and purchased a silicone mat and my hot glue isn't sticking to it. Once it cools it moves which normally would be good but not in this case. Any ideas?

[@thefrugalresinista]

So I have to do a pretty thick line and make sure not to bump it at all. I do my geode shape and once it is done, I go back and do a line around the interior to seal it a bit more. But I have bumped it before and had to re-glue. Frustrating!

[@melindad.4154]

@@thefrugalresinista Thank you. I will keep trying until I get it right.

[@knorthstar8545]

Where do you purchase your resin/epoxy from?

[@thefrugalresinista]

I get mine from either my Amazon shop or from the Stone Coat Countertops website. I'm getting ready to try a new kind. Here's where you can find them! amzn.to/2DMoqba

[@XxHotPinkNPurpleXx]

how do you make sure that it doesnt get ruined by heat

[@sharonh3679]

Love these!! Do you put anything over the gold edges to seal it on the free foam coaster?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you! I don't seal the edges. Enamel paint is supposed to be waterproof. I did look it up at one point and read that it will even seal wood for you but that if you are going to leave it outside in the elements, it may be best to seal the top with something else.

[@joliet60432]

My mind is "blowing up" at the moment. I do stain glass pieces and these would be great to include! Next moment...Awards, a simple coaster. Any suggestions on colors for 1st-4th place (blues, reds, yellows, and the dreaded whites?)

[@thefrugalresinista]

Ooohh! This would look lovely in stained glass! If you want your colors to really sparkle, I would definitely use the Testors paints and the Pearl Ex powder that I used in the video. There's a link to it in the description. That will make even your whites really shiny and pearly. Good luck!

[@joliet60432]

@@thefrugalresinista I stopped by hobby lobby before your post and went straight to the Testors paints, especially the metallics.

[@thefrugalresinista]

I love, love, LOVE the Testors paints for resin!

[@ridbits]

Hi! Small question? Is there a sealer you recommend for the edges to ensure the copper / gold or whatever paint we used on the edges doesn't come off later on?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Hi and thanks for watching! I don't typically seal the paint since it is enamel but when I do for projects that will be out in the elements, I just paint on one more thin layer of clear resin. That seems to seal the best. Hope that helps!

[@louisemusto-choate9132]

My resin ran over the top, how can i remove it?

[@sminstudios]

Am I confused or did you make the bottom into the top side on two of the molded coasters? If they’re not 3D they are reversible? “She’s pen painting the underside of that one, but there must be a good reason” 👩‍🏭

[@katht9311]

Thanks for the sale heads up. So happy for your 10000

[@thefrugalresinista]

Thank you!

[@lauriec9046]

This may be a dumb question, sorry - can you set hot mugs of coffee on these coasters?

[@thefrugalresinista]

Not a dumb question at all! Yes, you can. Since I use Stone Coat Countertops brand resin, it is for use in kitchens and can handle heat. There's a fun KZbin of them setting it on fire!

[@amanimakki6208]

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[@kimberleigh8345]

Very confusing, one at a time would have been easier to follow, they turned out beautiful, just confusing

[@thefrugalresinista]

Gotcha. That makes sense. I didn't really want to do more than one video but maybe could have cut the video so that you watch one at a time? Thanks for watching!