Epoxy Amounts For Tumblers + What Kind of Epoxy I Use

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[@abpane9404]

Thank you so much! I just started my first cups today and faced Sooo many problems. Hopefully I’m able to fix them with your tips . Can’t wait to see the results!

[@sarahbowlen1090]

This is so helpful! I’d love an entire beginner series/playlist also!

[@chagnonpamela8811]

Thank you so much for this video. I tried 2 types of epoxy on my glitter tumbler. It was the first time trying epoxy tumbler. Both were crap, it was all bumpy, did not look good, I started over 4 times and I was starting to think that I was the problem or my glitter were. I have seen your video and decided to try alumilite. It saved my last mug. I was on the 2nd coat and it was looking like shit. 3rd coat, alumilite, SAVED. It looks amazing. I am now watching all your tutorials. My project is a ''baby it's cold outside'' with snowflakes peekaboo. I am now confident it's going to look good. You are really the best teacher. Thanks again.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

I'm so glad

[@farmboy5069]

Very Informative. I always appreciate when you explain the "why" behind what you are doing. I appreiciate the "deep dives" into the info. Please keep them coming. Thanks MUCH!!

[@jackiejohnson3399]

Thank you so much for all the wisdom you share. Anytime I have a question you always have the answer. You are amazing!!!!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Happy to help!

[@danylmccormick9089]

I absolutely love your videos! I have taken a few of your designs and made them whilst pushing play and pause and play and pause a million times! Ur videos are super easy to follow!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

thank you!

[@Chrissy_T85]

Good morning!!!!! You are an amazing vlogger!!!! I love all of your tutorials!!! Very detailed, but straight to the point!!!! Thank you so much!!!!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

thanks!

[@loracarter7750]

Your videos are amazing! I've taken detailed notes so I can tackle my first tumbler! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Thank YOU

[@kellyjean4981]

Jessica, I feel like you read my mind! I was just thinking the other day, how great it would be to have a video JUST like this one! Thank you so much. I’m open to any type of knowledge you are willing to share with us 😁. Have a beautiful weekend

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

You are so welcome!

[@sharlyncolburn3949]

Thank you I’ve tried so many different epoxy brands. Always wondered what type you used. Thank you again

[@lisawakabayashi1076]

Thanks for going back to basics on this tute! I am just a beginner and feel sometimes am overwhelmed by all of your beautiful designs! But I will get there, with your help! Thank you!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

I’m so happy to help! Thank you 😊

[@sassykins13]

Yes more in depth about rims. I struggle so much. Thanks 😊

[@missygray5429]

Thanks Jess. The explanation of the chemical/mechanical bond is helpful, I had never thought about that. Thanks for the difference on ACC+ for final layer.🙌

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Theresa914]

Wonderful video, I sat down to look up this type of information and you had it ready for me. Thank you so much.

[@arliciadorsey]

GM Wonderful video thank you for sharing. This has answered all my questions. Have a wonderful holiday weekend.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Thank you! You too!

[@nina_love7033]

I love that you cater to the beginners too, I struggled with this for a little bit when I first started making cups- I’ll admit sometimes I still struggle and I just mix up however much I think I need then throw the leftovers in a mold or something lol I know DIY epoxy says you can use fast set for the final coat but in my opinion I don’t like it as a final coat it’s not as smooth and shiny as I would like it for the final coat!!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Thank you for watching Nina!

[@nina_love7033]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique always ❤️

[@brittles1984]

Thank you so much for taking the time out to explain this. I get so frustrated that I haven't perfected the epoxy methods and have also had pitting, and or small bumps. I realize its just because I'm impatient. I always learn something new when watching your videos. Quick Coat from Alumilite is my favorite, and I always use the 10% code!

[@kimclevenger6560]

Thank you so much for this video this was extremely helpful! The amazing clear cast plus and the amazing quick coat is exactly what I use and I love it! ❤️

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

I'm so glad!

[@alinamurphy9263]

Muffin tops. Oh there's a name for it! My first cups had that and I finally figured how to clear that up. Great video. Thank you.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@d8zdly]

This video is so helpful and informative! Thank you so much!! (ps. I took notes!) See you in Orlando

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

See you there!!

[@abigailnicholson7634]

Jessica Flynn. I love and adore you sooo much. I needed this so bad. Thanks doll and congrats on everything 💗💓

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Thank you so much!!

[@loragrant9495]

I don't know how I missed this one. I needed this so very much ❤. I would love to see a more indepth. This is so great for a newbie like me.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Thank you 😊

[@mdove3727]

Why do you have to wait 72hrs? Gold ! This video is gold!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

That’s the full cure time for my epoxy 😊

[@karenhadden4980]

Thank you! This is great! I would love to see more in-depth videos!

[@lauragrijalva4546]

Information is very helpful. Thank you for sharing! 💕

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

You are so welcome!

[@janel7473]

Thank you so much for doing this. Very helpful.

[@shannondehm7695]

Yes please on more in depth epoxy methods

[@summerrundblade2423]

Thank you so much for sharing with us.

[@becky6069]

Thank you, Jessica! I was just thinking about this the other day.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

You're welcome Becky. Thanks for watching!

[@saial1456]

Your awesome thank you I have a question I’m a newbie apply so many coats does that make the tumbler heavy?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Your tumbler can get heavy if you apply many thick coats.

[@oliviacheffer7692]

How long should I keep the tumbler spinning for each layer of Expoxy?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

It depends on your epoxy. For my artist cure, i recommend 6 hours. My fast cure, 1 hour.

[@sanchezangie13]

One more question 😊 when I use fast set epoxy for glitter tumbler, does it have to be rotating or I could just leave it on drying rack o upside down on my stand for tumblers , thank you so much for your help 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Upside down on the rack is fine!

[@geraldineblackwelder7785]

Do you ever use Uv resin in tumblers? Why or why not?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

I dont ise uv resin on tumblers. For design techniques like snake skin/drsgon scale effect, you would us it to achieve that look but would still need to coat each layet beyong achieving that lookbwith regular 2 part epoxy.

[@lorihoyle2289]

Jessica, I would love to see a how to video on fixing the "one little bump" on a final coat. I've heard of people using 2000 grit sandpaper and then a polish, but I've never seen a video on it.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

I've not seen that either. We'll have to see about that

[@angiehollingsworth3990]

Thank you so much! Great video

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Glad it was helpful!

[@edithrobillard3667]

Thanks for the help. Good info.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Happy to help!

[@cindyt2311]

I love all the info you give. I just started making tumblers. I have made 5 so far. I have been using Nasubi Resin from Amazon. Lately having trouble with it getting a crack look in my final coat and after 3 or 4 days or even longer when I wash them the go dull and loose their shine. Have you used this before? Is it me or the resin? How long before I can wash them?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

No, I’ve never used that but this sounds like bad quality epoxy. Stick to more well known brands and I would recommend not purchasing them from Amazon. Mr Nola’s Glitter glass coat epoxy, Alumilite, ccdiy, diy epoxy all reputable brands.

[@cindyt2311]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique Thank you for getting right back to me. I will buy better. Thank you

[@bamagirl234u]

Hey to my favorite tumbler maker! I watched your video as my kids were being super loud but I don't think you touched on this subject on a regular (non glitter) tumbler. I'm working on a tumbler for a customer. It's just a flat black photo tumbler. I did 1 med coat for the first coat, sanded lightly after drying & then I did a pretty thick coat for the second coat. I was expecting to need to do more coats (as I always wind up needing for one reason or another) BUT, this tumbler looks perfect right now after 2 generous coats of epoxy. It's smooth & everything is covered well. So my question is... is another coat necessary if I've already achieved the final look??? I don't want to let it go if it really needs another coat for some reason but I don't want to epoxy again if it's not really necessary. What do you think? As always... love your work, love your videos, love YOU!!! You're amazing & such an inspiration. Btw, your hair looked SUPER CUTE (half up & curled) in the beginning of the video with the first coat of epoxy on that tumbler. ♥️

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Thank you. In my experience, non glitter cups need more epoxy because the rim and bottom can chip or rub away if there's not enough. That being said, i dont work with thick layers of epoxy. I always do multiple thin layers.

[@bamagirl234u]

Is there a reason you only work with thin layers? Is that just easier for you or is there a quality issue there? Thicker layers seem to be easier for me but if that's a quality issue then I need to stop doing that. Lol. Still learning the dos & donts but I aim for high quality & durability, so if that's a quality issue I definitely need to know that. Would you recommend doing more layers on this one? It's a 30oz. I used 20ml the first layer & 40ml the second layer (which I had mixed for 2 tumblers but I waited longer than normal to start putting it on the tumbler so it was getting thick & kind of hard to smooth out so I used more epoxy than I planned on using. I thought it was going to be a disaster but after smoothing it out as much as possible & then hitting it with a torch it actually turned out PERFECT looking. (I was shocked! Lol). Do you think thick coats will cause a problem down the road for this tumbler? It dried very nicely. Sorry, so many questions. Lol.

[@sanchezangie13]

Your tutorials are Always helpful to me. It’s that ok to use different brands of epoxy on one tumbler?? Like using Couter culture Quick set epoxy for the firsts coats and Amazing Alumilite plus for the last coats . Please let me know what you think ❤️😘🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

I'm so glad. Yes, it is ok to use different brands on each dry layer.

[@joycepugh5347]

Thank you very much - it was very helpful

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Glad to hear that!

[@annettecruz3010]

Thank you Jessica for the video. What I want to ask do you really have to keep part B warm? I saw somewhere where they say it won’t create a lot of bubbles.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

I keep both at 70-74 degrees at all times and it’s fine

[@flyingkikidesigns]

Did I miss the pare about how much u put after vinyl and sealing ? Great video!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

yeah that's layer 3-5 that we talked about. I've got a chart at the end as well. Thank you

[@queenbee063]

Great information, as always! Xo Melissa

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Glad you liked it!!

[@MsJennabird]

Im so happy to hear u do that many layers! I do that many too and everyone i hear says no more than 4 😳

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Thank you 😊

[@a.w.6907]

Where can I get the thingy you put the arm into sry new to all this and don’t know correct name

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

The cup turner? I got it from the Boan on Etsy but they’re not selling them anymore 😭 I’m sorry

[@a.w.6907]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique oh ok thanks anyways.

[@CarolinaGirlCreationZ]

Thank you for being an enabler to this noob to tumbler making! 😂 I just bought some of the quick cast and some of the UV resistant resin. RIP my bank account. 😂😂 Send help. I need that, or a chain and lock around my dang bank account. 😂

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Lol thank you! I’m happy you found tumbler making! We’re here to help!

[@richgirl2013]

Thank for this info🥰🐸

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

You are so welcome

[@aimeebritt8103]

I have done my first cup and I can’t seem to get a smooth finish. The leopard spots seem to be thick from the glitter and I can’t get enough epoxy on there to get it smooth. I’ve done 5 coats. Is that normal?

[@leslieschelling7747]

Thank you!! This was a great help

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

You're welcome!

[@Theresa914]

I have a question. I want to try Alumilite epoxy. If I wanted to buy just one to start with for pens and tumblers, should I choose Alumilite Amazing Clearcast? Time is not an issue at this point and not ready to buy Plus until I find out how the Amazing Clearcast is working for me. I want the clear, super shiny finish you get on your tumblers. Thanks for your time.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Amazing Clear Cast is a great and versatile epoxy that is perfect for someone just starting out!

[@danapettie1490]

Jessica what is the max amount of layers you'll put on a cup?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Probably about 10 is pushing it lol

[@danapettie1490]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique I just did a cup with 8 and thought I was pushing it. 6 is where I try to draw the line. Thank you

[@taramcmillan9315]

Thank you for the help. Do you have any advice for the chunky glitter. I have a hard time keeping it smooth with that glitter.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

We can do a tutorial on that soon!

[@barbking2708]

Please please make a smooth chunky glitter video, this was so helpful

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Ok! Thank you 😊

[@itseunicepark]

Awesome video!! Would I have to wait the 72 hours with other epoxy brands before giving as gifts? Thanks!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Yeah or at least let them know the full cure time before use

[@itseunicepark]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique thank you very much! Appreciate the response!!

[@teresamasek104]

Jessica thank you for this and all your videos. I can't wait for each video to come out. I have a couple of questions: 1) I have been having problems lately with getting all the bubbles out of the epoxy even with the torch. Is there something I'm doing wrong or forgetting? Any suggestions would be helpful. 2) Another issue I'm having is the epoxy looks smooths but when you run your hand around the cup I can feel slight ridges? Can you help me understand why? 3) Can epoxy get old? Thank you again for all you share with us.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

1 - what is your work space temp? are you warming your epoxy before application? what kind of torch are you using? do you have a lot of bubbles after you mix in the cup before application? 2 - at what point are you still feeling "ridges"? which layer? Are you sanding? 3 - yes epoxy can get old

[@teresamasek104]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique Hello Jessica, thank you for your reply. So I keep my room around 75 degrees, I don't warm the epoxy but its usually between 85 and 92 before I starting applying it. I use a kitchen torch. Sometimes I may have a lot of bubbles, but there are times when I will not have any bubbles but still end up with some during application. I feel the ridges after all applications, I sand some but seems like it's never enough to get the ridges out. I've had my epoxy about 11 months, is that old? Could that be my problem? Again thank you so much for your help and your videos. You're awesome.

[@martymattoon7231]

This was great.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Thank you

[@marjoriecramer9102]

Can you use epoxy on like dollar store plastic cups, or tumblers that are not stainless steel?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Yes I would use those to practice but plastic tumblers won’t bond as well to the epoxy

[@marjoriecramer9102]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique thanks I love watching your videos.

[@kharissahobbs3036]

I have a question. I mod podge a cup and put a thick layer of epoxy over it and its super bumpy. Like the epoxy didn't level out right. I went and did a second coat and it did not level it any more. So should i do a 3rd coat and then sand like crazy or sand like crazy on this second coat?

[@kharissahobbs3036]

I mod podge and then did the geode effect eith glitter

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

When you apply chunky glitter, epoxy method works best to help it lay flat. Then before the first layer of epoxy, give it a good coat of clear spray. That helps keep the epoxy from seeping under the glitter giving you a smoother finish. If it is still very bumpy and you sand, you will sand the color off the glitter.

[@kharissahobbs3036]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique thank you so much girl!

[@officestaff5170]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique would definitely love to see the chunky sanding method you do😍

[@SamFam3]

What did you use for that gold trim around the cheetah

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Textured gold vinyl from Cricut

[@nikitab717]

Ooh thank you for this 😍🌟

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

You're so welcome!

[@kylamoriarty6084]

How do you measure 2.5 evenly? I feel like all the measuring cups start at 20mL

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

The smaller graduated medicine cups started at 2.5ml

[@fatimahuerta1102]

Hi Jessica. Thank You so much for this very informative tutorial. One question: Are you afraid of the more layers of epoxy you apply, the chances are higher that the tumbler will end up with a muffin top or bubble butt?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Only if it’s off balance and you’re applying too thick of layers

[@deborahkline25]

Do you have the measurements on pens?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

The epoxy amount?

[@deborahkline25]

Yes I’m sorry I’m new to it all I’m trying to find good pen videos and one of the best epoxy’s to use

[@shelleytrevino45]

PLEASE HELP! I AM VERY NEW TO THIS AND I WAS VERY HAPPY WITH THE WAY MY 2ND TUMBLER WAS TURNING OUT AND AFTER THE LAST COAT OF RESIN, I NOTICED IN THE MORNING THAT THE RESIN BECAME CLOUDY!! IT WENT FROM SHINY AND BEAUTIFUL TO DULL AND CLOUDY!! IS THERE A WAY TO FIX THIS? PLEASE HELP ME!

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Is the resin sticky at all? And you’re saying it’s cloudy after it’s cured?

[@katharinekramer2343]

Can you put part A and part B together and then mix them together or do you have to mix part A by itself and Part B by itself and then mix both parts together?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

You don’t mix the separate parts. You’d pour part b then part a over it and mix it

[@katharinekramer2343]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique ok thank you so much! The whole time I been mixing part A and then mixing part B and then after I mixed those separately I would then dump part A in a cup and then part B in a cup together and mixed them together. I didn’t know you could put part B and then put part A on top and just mix them like that.

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Yes definitely 😊

[@katharinekramer2343]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique omg this is awesome, this will save so much time now. Thank you again! 😊

[@leticiacavazos1306]

Do you use polyester glitter or craft glitter ? Which do you prefer and why?? I just realized there was 2 different kinds lol 🤦‍♀️

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

I use poly glitter from PeachyOliveGlitters.com - flynn10 for 10% off $45 or more :-) I use poly glitter for the sparkle and because it's solvent resistant so it won't bleed or fade under epoxy.

[@leticiacavazos1306]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique Nice, that helps a lot thank you

[@katilynbell5979]

I saved this and liked it without watching because I know it’s gonna be good

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Aw thank you so much ☺️

[@brianaadams8432]

I am struggling so bad with epoxy 😭 I use the same epoxy as you and I have sooo many bubbles on my cups. My house is 70 degrees. I pour equally. I pour the thicker one on top of the thinner, stir for 3 mins, hit with a heat gun for 5 seconds, then let it sit for about 5 mins. I don't understand what I am doing wrong. I'm hoping you can help me! A big please and thank you ❤️

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Are you using a propane torch on your cups after you apply the epoxy?

[@brianaadams8432]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique I havent used a torch. Just a heat gun. Do I need to be using a torch instead?

[@brianaadams8432]

@@FlynnSistersBoutique And the epoxy I use is actually Amazing Clear Cast. I think was one of the ones you linked? Maybe lol

[@shelleya75]

Do you still stand by this epoxy?

[@FlynnSistersBoutique]

Yes. I don't use any products that I dont stand by.

[@natbox3522]

Would love to see you do a distressed American Flag tumbler tutorial