Don't make these resin mixing mistakes!

In this video, I'll take you step-by-step through the process of mixing epoxy resin.
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Whether you're a beginner or have some experience with resin, I'll cover all the basics and give you some tips and tricks along the way.
I start by discussing the different types of epoxy resin and the materials you'll need for mixing. I'll then demonstrate how to measure and mix the resin and hardener and explain why it's important to follow the correct mixing ratios.
Next, I'll cover some common mistakes to avoid, such as overmixing or undermixing the resin, and how to avoid bubbles and other issues. I'll also cover how to properly cure the resin.
Whether you're working on a DIY project, crafting, or woodworking, learning how to mix epoxy resin properly is essential for achieving professional results. So, join me in this tutorial and get ready to create stunning pieces with epoxy resin.
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The mixing stage of resin crafting is where most people go wrong.
In this video I'll show you how to avoid a lot of the common issues with mixing and curing your resin.
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[@CleverGirlsCraft]

What resin mixing questions do you have? I'd love to help if I can!

[@preciousenyioma9249]

Pls I don't know how to make my work not to be cloudy

[@preciousenyioma9249]

I end up having a finish look if blur work

[@Belleigh]

Well now I know who I'm coming to for help!

[@redbootsproductions3577]

I'm using 1:1 epoxy. I weight everything out to the gram!!! Why is it I always have leftover hardener? All of my pour turn out great. They harden just as they should.

[@redbootsproductions3577]

@@preciousenyioma9249 You haven't mixed it long enough. You need to set a time and mix it for , at least, 3 minutes.

[@KittyCakeHate]

Very informative ❤ I appreciate the clear examples and detailed explanation, my resin usually gets milky/stringy and I even heard on YT before that if it's milky it's correctly mixed and done. 😂 I have been very discouraged lately because of my last batch. Literally made it hard to come back to, ended up bendy. Way later I found out I can just coat it with resin itself and fix it but haven't got around doing it because again, so discouraged 😩 I am definitely still a beginner and glad I stumbled upon this!

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

That’s so frustrating, I’m sorry! Bad info when you’re getting started can make the process so disappointing not to mention expensive! I do really hope that you get back into resin crafting though, it’s such a fun medium to create with. If it helps, I have a whole series of videos that covers the basics of resin - safety, mixing, techniques, and projects. Here’s the link to the playlist if you’re interested: kzbin.info/aero/PLdmr2KN2UjNz7MbiMxIVtSZgNtO2wMaac

[@KittyCakeHate]

Thank you so much 🙏😊 I will look into it and get I have no choice now that I know that resin eventually goes bad!!! 😂 I'm going to make the best of it and will definitely watch ❤️

[@Alisha-vy5lb]

just take a blow torch through it lighter to the air bubbles takes it out less than 20 seconds you got clear resin don’t wait just take a torch to it Call it a day it’s safe it’s affective it works, I don’t have to put it in a mole you can use the torch after you’re done stirring take the torch do it a couple times it’s not gonna hurt anything and you’re not gonna have any air bubbles. once you transfer that into the mold you’re set.

[@jeremyfield8624]

So you can use the torch on the bubbles before its dry?

[@JJArts1]

Before pouring place it for 10-15 min

[@EtherealMadness]

Your best bet is using a long neck lighter instead of a torch. You risk ruining your moulds when you use a torch. A long neck lighter gets rid of the bubbles without harming your moulds. You could spray alcohol but that'll break the surface tension and eventually dry out your moulds. You could also use a debubbler, but they can be pricey. When it's cold, I put my resin in a warm bath for about 10 minutes and that makes a huge difference in the resin as far as less/no bubbles, and it's nice and clear. When you do the warm bath, it will take 10 minutes off your work time, so be sure to have everything you need ready to go. I hope that helps. Happy crafting 😉

[@PatriotMilitaryMom]

Don't use a torch with alcohol inks!! Flammable!!

[@marcjohnson5148]

Thank you for these tips.

[@nok1323]

Thank you for this tutorial. I’d heard about epoxy, but never used it. I learned a lot!👍🏽

[@steph9448]

Thank you so much for making this video I am new to using a epoxy resin. I used some for the very first time yesterday, and my epoxy was cloudy. I was wondering what I was doing wron, but after watching your video. It's because it was just old. I had ordered new apoxy that I will be using. For my Tumbler, but I'm very happy. I came across your video so very educational. I thank you so much for making this.

[@theartfuldaughter]

What a helpful video! I have struggled with epoxy resin and UV resins for quite some time now. I've watched so many tutorials, but yours is the most helpful. So what happens when you've followed all the instructions and your resin still comes out with blemishes? These little fine line cracks I want to call them? I have ruined so many pieces and I have given up faith that I will ever try resin again. I appreciate you!

[@andreakrassnoff6707]

Thanks!! Bless from CHILE 💖🇨🇱

[@davidstout7846]

Thank you Clever Crafting Girls!! I sub, and liked. For your Voiceing your tutorial, and the explanation, and feedback. Thank you!

[@lenny108]

Important point not to stir it very fast when mixing. In many video tutorials, they use an electric hand blender to mix the resin with the hardener or to mix in colors. But this makes the resin full of air.

[@BuddhaBeanie]

Yep, she did say that.

[@rubenverster250]

and then leave it on a hot plate :P

[@kittybang]

Thank you! 💖

[@Moorocker]

very helpful thank you

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

You're welcome! I’m glad it was helpful!

[@leomawalker4354]

See what you're saying probably why I made mistakes first time really didn't have enough go round to it but good to know probably was nervous first time went stir it too fast saw bubble on it

[@voncieletaylor8621]

Use Saran wrap under the screw top.

[@juliepeacock3576]

I have just did my first resin mix and mine was the right one, I'm so disheartened, but will try again

[@Happihappihappi123]

The very first time I used this resin I miraculously did it correctly and thought I already got the hang of it but during my second time I was chatting with my roommate and didn’t realise how fast I was mixing it. It turned out so foggy and yellowish with lotssss of bubbles and I was so confused as to what went wrong this time. Also the resin dried so quickly before I could use it on my whole batch of clay pins. I was so sad😭 thanks for the information, I should watched this before trying it

[@jyllianjaxx5751]

Can you stir resin to long? When resin starts to harden can you add new resin to it, so as not to waste

[@cindyswain8094]

Thank you for your video and suggestions. I’m new to using resin and feel like I’ve followed all instructions: 1:1 ratio, 75 degree room, low humidity, mix for 5 minutes, etc. I’ve done 3 pieces (free form bowls) and they are all still very bendy even after several days. I’ll give it more time but it seems like they should be fully cured/hard at this point. I did use alcohol ink but not overpowering amount. Any suggestions?

[@ericsreeflife7967]

Alcohol isnt letting it cure

[@JJArts1]

May be using of alcohol

[@yomabethel6900]

Please can I use the resin for making tiles to still do this keychains, A5 book covers and earrings?

[@JJArts1]

Try once

[@mathkor89]

Thanks, the temperature thing I faced and didn’t know how the cause of it. (Seen someone use a jug with a push thing to pour resin, does that count as air tight?)

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

If it's a pump, it can be sealed pretty well, but I'm not sure if its super airtight. It's much better than the spout squeeze bottles I had.

[@mathkor89]

@@CleverGirlsCraft thanks for the response, I’ll try it out when I move to the new place, and let you know what happens ^_^

[@user-ty3dn1ki6k]

Please i have mix it slowly it white but the bubbles is still there And also did you mean if someone as pour it into the mode it shold be put is a worm place not cold place right

[@redbootsproductions3577]

Try to pour your resin down the side of your container and then do the same with the hardener. That will create less bubbles. Then if you stir it clockwise, counter-clockwise and then in a figure 8 pattern without lifting the paddle/spoon, you'll have very few bubbles. Also, if you let it sit for 3 minutes so the bubble can rise.

[@toddeby25]

Question, how can I ensure that the resin will be rock hard curred and not a bit tacky? I am very careful about equil measuring with a scale and tiny medicine cups. Q 2. If you use a tiny bit more hardener (part A or part B ?), will that help to get a super hard cure? Please let me know. Thank you! so much!

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

I always measure by volume not weight. Whenever I measure by weight it never cures properly. More hardener won’t make the resin cure harder, it will just throw your ratio off.

[@bellatopiaaa8397]

Hi, new subbie here. Love your tutorials thank you! Also wanted to let you know the link in your description for the “mask” is not working. Can you please let me know? Would also like to know what gloves you use and what torch you use…I’m new to resin and actually have a large project to do as a donation.

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

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[@bellatopiaaa8397]

@@CleverGirlsCraft Thank you 😊

[@zoeymiller9695]

Hi I've been doing this over a year and recently my harder is runny and not think is it because it's off or am I doing it wrong please help thank u

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

Is it a new bottle or one that you’ve had for awhile? Resin can get old and then it doesn’t cure right.

[@rajaboss6420]

Hi I'm new in this work. Can you tell me why my resin become flexible???

[@JJArts1]

Bending is because of ratio problem or room temperature which is cold and also resin is old then also

[@glennocean1586]

I hear that air moisture (high humidity) may contribute to cloudiness... Any thoughts?

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

That’s very possible. I haven’t noticed that myself, but I might need to test it and see.

[@glennocean1586]

@@CleverGirlsCraft The batch that I was mixing was getting hot, so I was blowing on it most of the time as I was stirring (I just exhaled the air from my lungs). As you know, out breath contains a LOT of moisture... The result - very milky epoxy... Lesson learned...

[@themrs410]

Subbed 🇬🇧

[@KarenYauney]

1 to 1 ratio. Do you go by amount or weight??

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

I always go by volume rather than weight.

[@manazirani3157]

How long can you keep the mixture????

[@PatriotMilitaryMom]

Separately, several days or pour back into container. Once combined only a half hour or so..depends on the resin. Some set up very quickly.

[@hellionshark3197]

How to make sure it's not bendy after it cures? I feel like I'm mixing it right...

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

Make sure to check your measurements and ensure that you're following your resin's ratio...some are 2:1, others or 1:1, etc. Also, make sure that the piece has had enough time to cure, it can take 24 hours or more sometimes. Lastly, check the temperature int he room is it warm enough?

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

Also, if you're adding paint to the mix that can impact hardness too.

[@shabeerudheen7231]

When I mix my resin it become whitish. And after it cured it became millky white. Pls reply me. It's my order work

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

What type of resin did you use? Some resins turn white during and after curing, casting resin and polyurethane are two that do that.

[@stillkickin9957]

I use poly casting resin and never had that happen. Always crystal clear

[@amyeethomas2495]

I just came here to say the first time my 13yr old son and I tried epoxy resin, it was a disaster. I was in charge of measuring and from what I look up my husband said we didn't mix it enough ... who knows. All I know is even after a full 7 day week lil baby Gummi bears in a silcone mold were still totally wet! I've been too afraid to try again since 😂. I just ordered a bunch of molds and accessories and stuff so we can try again.

[@mihaelatatianaion3330]

Did you use the correct ratio? Mix it slowly about 3 minutes and mix the bottom and the side parts (the walls of the recipient). If you mix it too fast you will have bubbles. Try again and make those gummi bears 😀

[@JJArts1]

place it for 15 minutes then when you notice bubbles will be vanish

[@EnergeticWaves]

you didn't mix it right. spend about 10 minutes

[@user-ho8pq9lu4q]

When I mix my resin it will heat and hard before use plz help me

[@Realistic718]

Sounds like either too much harder is used or too much mixing… use the correct ratio, less hardener if necessary. Mix it by hand and slow but complete

[@PatriotMilitaryMom]

4 minutes is what I usually do.

[@user-qk8qt6sp9l]

First tutorial am watching I want to learn this 😢

[@JJArts1]

Just try it's easy

[@EnergeticWaves]

put it in a vacuum pump and the bubbles will go away

[@kayodeadetunji-nn1yh]

Elaborate easy to understand you are too much kep it up

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

Thank you so much! I appreciate that!

[@ronaldtinson8278]

Hang tuff apoxy resin glue

[@steph9448]

Thank you so much for making this video I am new to using a epoxy resin. I used some for the very first time yesterday, and my epoxy was cloudy. I was wondering what I was doing wron, but after watching your video. It's because it was just old. I had ordered new apoxy that I will be using. For my Tumbler, but I'm very happy. I came across your video so very educational. I thank you so much for making this.