Foil and Epoxy Resin Freeform Geode, complete with textured​ edge and faux gemstone middle.

For this project, I was asked to create a freeform textured geode, so following on from my previous video, I decided to include foil in the centre.
To create the shape, I drew out a rough sketch of how I wanted it to look, being mindful that the recipient wanted it to be 90 cm wide. Using a jigsaw, I cut out the shape.
For the textured edge, I used multi-purpose filler, although, you can use a wood filler or texture paste. For a nice smooth surface, make sure you scrape any excess from the surface of the board. Otherwise, you could end up with lumps and bumps on the outer edge.
Next, apply the foil to the board using PVA glue (wood glue) or any similar glue and leave to dry overnight. Once dry, you can trim any excess foil off.
For the faux stones around the inner edge, I used acrylic diamonds and shapes and glued them in place using a small amount of resin. Again, this was left to cure overnight before moving on to the priming the board.
Now that the crystal edge is done, it is time to resin the rest of the board. For the raised edge around the edge of the foil, I again, used acrylic diamonds, only this time the resin was tinted with a touch of India Ink, the same colour was used for colouring the foil. You need to make sure your resin is transparent​ so that you can see the foil through it, this is where India Ink comes in handy. You only need a tiny amount to colour the resin.
For the outer edge, the resin was poured in lines around the foil and then using mineral turpentine and a bit of heat, the effects were created.
To finish this piece off, I will add a three-sided frame to the back, to not only give it strength but to make it look like the board is floating on the wall.
Materials used for this project:
• MDF panel cut to shape using a Jigsaw
• PVA Glue or Elmar's Glue: amzn.to/2k01bUf - US | amzn.to/2JIyaFy - UK
• Aluminium Foil
• Acrylic Diamonds: bit.ly/acrylicdiamonds - Alternative Product: amzn.to/2Y7pVJi - US | amzn.to/2XWbdUt - UK
• Acrylic Shapes: amzn.to/2Xb4YPX - US | amzn.to/2XOwy71 - UK | amzn.to/2XIbHCh - AU
• India Ink: amzn.to/2TiyYDy - US | amzn.to/2Stcn8R - UK | amzn.to/2JIzY1c - AU
• Ready Mixed Multipurpose Filler - Alternative Product: amzn.to/2FBLAlW - US | amzn.to/2XI8SkC - UK
• Cellophane Wrap: amzn.to/2YkX6x0 - US | amzn.to/2NYjEPi - UK | amzn.to/2XJhfMN - AU
• Colour Obsession Pigment Paste - Stormy Seas
• Colour Obsession Pigment Powder - Teal
• Le Rez Expressions Epoxy Pigment Paste - Angel White: bit.ly/lerezmatpaste
Books
The Essential Beginner’s Guide to Resin Art Techniques
eBook version: bit.ly/resinguide
Paperback version: amzn.to/2XEmqxn (US) | amzn.to/2NMKAkY (UK)
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As always, I hope you enjoy this video.
Please let me know what you think about the camera attached to my respirator.

[@etaylorw]

The first thing I said to myself was “rad camera idea”. I hadn’t seen a respirator camera before. Secondly, this is such an incredible piece and I’d love to try the process on a smaller scale. Your work is absolutely incredible and the knowledge you carry with your craft makes all the difference.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your very kind words 😍

[@barbwood1125]

First, your art is magical! it is so beautiful. I had no problem with watching while your camera was placed on your respirator, in fact I liked being able to see precisely what you see as you look at it. Thank you for sharing and keep up the wonderful art you create!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@paintpouraddiction4321]

Love the foil effect and the contouring on the edges.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 🥰

[@sonflowergems]

Love the colors and the foil technique. Wasn’t sure about it until I saw your piece. Didn’t mind the close up camera at all.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 🥰

[@user-mt1ed7ce9u]

Я очень восхищаюсь вашими работами ,очень красиво ,шедевры .👍👍👍😍

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@dorothygrierson2740]

I find you camera just fine , and I suffer from bPPV, a hard form of vertigo, motion sickness. I about to have a try at this one myself so have viewed this vid many times without a problem. So many thanks sue . X

[@SueFindlay]

Thanks for the feedback, good to know. 🥰

[@dorothygrierson2740]

This is freaking amazing work , you are so talented. Good luck with your ongoing shows, not that you will need it . Outstanding.x

[@SueFindlay]

Very kind of you, thank you. 💕

[@RinaArlingMedia]

Respirator cam is genius...so is the way you do your resins and clear way of explaining how you do things.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 Very kind of you to say 💕

[@susanparsons2578]

Your respirator camera is a perfect tool in my opinion, and didn't in the least cause motion sickness. I thought your use of foil was spot on as well. Job well done.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@pol2171]

Fantastic geode, I love it. Beautiful colours and contrasts. I also think the camera on your respirator was a fabulous way to showcase the making of this piece from your perspective, please keep it as a part of your videos in the future. Lovely work, thanks for sharing. Love your ebook, very informative and huge congratulations for publishing on Amazon - the skies the limit for you!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback and for purchasing the book. I really appreciate it 💕

[@MyHiddenSerenity]

Love your camera ❤thank you for your hard work...God bless you

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you! You too! 😁

[@douglaswoods2554]

You have the right colors--a very nice piece

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@annhind5261]

Beautiful piece, very clever idea with the foil, gives great texture.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@LG2022xv]

Beautiful piece. I really like the new camera view.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@gourdhead22]

I did like the mask view..no worries. The piece is Stunning..live the shape color an sparkle. Great Job❣

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@carmenlasierragonzalez503]

Estoy entusiasmada con tus trabajos tan originales y bonitos. Un abrazo 🤗 desde España.

[@Grettie81]

I can't believe how awesome this geode is. The camera on your respirator is a good idea. Doesn't make me sick at all. I've never been seasick or anything else.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your lovely feedback 💕

[@thisdollslifejenna3841]

Outstanding!! Love this huge undertaking! Thanks for sharing!! The respiratory camera was a very cool idea too! 💙👍💙

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@heidismith6148]

Worth the wait, another beautiful piece

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@Breezy11harvard]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@DEBRACRANFORD]

What a beautiful piece of art. Thank you for sharing!

[@SueFindlay]

You’re very welcome 💕

[@kimstyles4006]

The Mask camera is very clever. And your work is gorgeous. Thank you for sharing from Central Florida🐊🌴🐢

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕 I love that these videos reach the whole planet 💕

[@watsonvision]

Respirator camera is awesome.

[@SueFindlay]

Thanks, glad you like it 😁

[@rosieslamon4827]

Hi Sue, love that Ireland got a mention in your video 😊, I jump on line when I see you have a video up, love your work and have done many of them from your step by step instructions, I’m a big fan of pushing the boundaries with resin and adding what I can get my hands on to see what happens. You truly inspire me and thank you so much for sharing your work with us here. Great news about your book , I received the ebook version and it’s fantastic, can’t wait until your next one 😂. Big thank you form Ireland 🇮🇪

[@SueFindlay]

Glad you liked it 💕

[@dorisannstevenson7222]

As always,,,,beautiful!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@rebeccawilliamsThatGingerSnaps]

I watch this one over and over. It's just so beautiful!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@leehuddy6061]

OM gosh!!! Absolutely breathtaking!!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@FairyArtMother]

Super fun piece, Sue. You’re always so inspiring. Thank you. 💖

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you and you’re welcome 💕

[@theadalfino8365]

This is AMAZING!!! Thank you so much for sharing!!!

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching 💕

[@mlk4life]

I love the resin work!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@brythm5465]

Gorgeous!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@susanmartynuska8726]

It’s just totally gorgeous!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@annettev5081]

Absolutely beautiful as usual!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@candidacole4157]

Omg this piece is absolutely stunning!!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@gracegirl6399]

Great job! Just beautiful!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@6ixConfessions]

This is absolutely breathtaking. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@maddieadams75]

Absolutely love this piece, I like the camera effect. ♥️

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@ruthdodge-arnold2719]

Absolutely beautiful!!! Amazing new camera and loved the narrative!!! Thank you! 😍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 Glad you liked it.

[@foxiepoxi9245]

You have a Beautiful Mind and Soul! I have never been inspired like this. Cheers for sharing with the World!

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure and thank you 💕

[@auberjean6873]

Thanks, Sue, for giving us your point of view. Great idea and it wasn't shaky at all. All your pieces are beautiful. Just like nature, there are no mistakes!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@christinealdret1209]

Amazing piece. I love them all. The edges are magnificent. A perfect art . A great work.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@TheMotocross64]

This piece is gorgeous❤️

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@kesh17]

Wow, this is a gorgeous piece 😊!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@LisaWyattArtMyBestMedicine]

Love the camera veiws, I can wait to try this technique when I get home

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@usthem4586]

Love everything about this! Love the colors! Camera combs great! Love everything that you do!! You have really inspired me to branch out. Thank you! 💙

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you and you're very welcome 💕

[@sandriasavory796]

Thank you for sharing this very inspiring piece Sue, I like the idea of the foil it adds another dimension to the geode ❤️

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@Rainette013]

💕💕💕merci pour cette vidéo, quel travail... J'adore

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@nessa1952]

Beautiful work. Thank you for sharing.

[@SueFindlay]

You're very welcome 💕

[@KWBlueyediva]

Gorgeous Sue! And the mix of the close up and regular video is great!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for the feedback 💕 I am pleased it is working out okay 😍

[@kimberlylorrainebradford474]

Gorgeous!!! ☮️💕🎨

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@voodoo2288]

WOW !!! love this !!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@mareemiller1335]

I quite liked seeing the view through your respirator camera. Also love the Geode

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@holly-anne680]

Thank you so much for your generous sharing of your talent and ideas , also I was glad to hear your show and sale was a success....This geode was gorgeous in addition to that I love hearing your thought process.....You have no idea how much you have influenced me and given me a direction and goal with resin....Your sculptures are inspiring Thank you again !

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your very kind words, I am delighted to be of assistance 😍

[@shirleycooleyga]

Holly-Anne DITTO!

[@mollyq2574]

So beautiful! You’re such an inspiration with your gorgeous pieces and you have such a lovely personality, it truly is a joy to watch! Thanks so much for sharing!💕

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure and thank you 💕

[@grannyof12kids]

I love the camera placed on the respirator and I absolutely love that Geode piece, can't wait to see your next one :)

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@aquaresin9520]

Thank you you are so gifted and I totally love this piece of work. You’ve given me inspiration 😇👌

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure 💕 glad to be of assistance

[@marts061]

I loved everything about your video including the camera. What an amazing piece!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@paperorchid5883]

Beautiful!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@gallotva32]

I like the respirator camera view, great idea!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@misslannie73]

Absolutely gorgeous! Definitely going to buy your book, even if I can’t have a go myself xx

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, shame you can’t have a go 💕

[@mariagata5632]

Beautiful and camera was good idea to show

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@jeaneaton781]

I love this, I like the idea of foil to help create the effects.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@norraihanaishak7953]

wonderful artwork .. beautiful !

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@patdenning2239]

Sue, I really like the respirator Cam. It gives a great perspective of what you are doing. Also, I love the geode. Great job!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@tabathaschell875]

Absolutly stunning! ❤🥰😍

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@emmahales]

I just bought your book! 🤗💖💕 Can't wait to start making some resin art soon.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@naptimecreations]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful, I love how this turned out. I enjoyed the view from your respirator camera it was a great close up view on what you were doing. 💙💙💙

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@tamzinede2573]

Wow that's a lovely piece and I've learnt lots from watching. Thank you for sharing

[@SueFindlay]

You're very welcome 💕

[@MsRosmau]

Great video, thank you. I actually really like the camera. It’s always good to see it as you do.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@brigittadapice5275]

Thank you Sue so much for your sharing this inspirational work it really make me try more with my Art

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure 💕

[@aazamcarrim2346]

This is beautiful

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@BreAnne.Arlene]

Beautiful 🖤

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@gaillockeyakathemessycraft658]

Stunning piece of art. Tfs. Need this in my life 😀😀❤️

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching 💕

[@OfficiallyStardust]

Beautiful ❤️

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you! 😊

[@deborahrussell5529]

That was so much better Sue. Didn’t get the feeling of motion sickness at all. Btw - a gorgeous piece and once again, thank you for sharing with us.

[@SueFindlay]

Thanks for the feedback, glad this was more pleasing 😍

[@shirleycooleyga]

I loved the camera and appreciate your sweet Spirit, as you share your awesome talent with the world! ❤️😱🤩

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your kind words 💕

[@annetteb9695]

Beautiful! Such an informative demo, thank you so much for sharing.🙏. Respirator cam 👍

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 glad you liked the respirator cam 💕

[@marsharn53]

Looks beautiful! Love your techniques! Thanks for sharing! I like the view from your respirator camera. Gives a different view of the art piece!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@sandrapasqualone4990]

Wow that is gorgeous thank you so much for sharing your gift of art and teaching us,the camera is a great idea.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕 Glad you enjoyed it.

[@tinamariemalinowski2745]

WOW that came out amazing Sue love the colors the camera shows great

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@beatastar14]

Now I feel I can make my first geode. Thank you

[@SueFindlay]

You're very welcome 💕

[@rsllnnwht]

You are absolutely adorable! You have an amazing artistic talent and I LOVE listening to your voice....your accent and your instructions....wonderful!!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 You are making me blush LOL!

[@heidiewing6566]

I wanted to comment on your camera.. OUTSTANDING!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, glad you like it 😍

[@heidiewing6566]

@@SueFindlay You've never made me sea sick ~ but, I am on of those people that feel that Blair witch project when you move around too much. Plus, I think it just really gives us the artist view :)

[@heavenlydesign143]

JUST LOVE YOUR WORK REALLY INSPIRING KEEP IT UP .

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@canavanseniorchrissy4003]

Beautiful piece and I love the effect of the tin foil! I suffer from motion sickness..lol

[@SueFindlay]

😆 Thank you 💕

[@meanbean98]

omg i was just thinking how i wanted to create some texture with resin and this video popped up except im going to try something else to use and then i will let you know thanks so much

[@SueFindlay]

Go for it and have fun! 😊

[@Marjanmamasunflower]

The camera was a great idee...the resin is a great piece of joy!! So beautyful 😘

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@marafuser1883]

Beautiful Sue the 2 camera views work well thankyou for sharing

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for the feedback 😍

[@laneyscraftingcreations431]

So pretty 😍😍

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@janieramirez5780]

It's beautiful...💜🌈💙 you do amazing work... Love ❤ your videos 🎥🎥👍😁

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@jackiemcdonaldmansfield9000]

I love it and both cameras were a great effect. 😄👏👏

[@SueFindlay]

Great, thank you for the feedback 💕

[@Zothiqueness]

It's beautiful.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@lfd2295]

Hi I enjoyed your video. Think the camera worked well. Like how you explain every step. Now I feel I can make my first geode. Thank you.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you and you're very welcome 💕

[@dorothygrierson2740]

Loved this vid so much .x

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 🥰

[@bycharles564]

Very nice work

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@wilhat]

Camera ok and i love that art piece its beautiful..

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@lisahorning4260]

I love this!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@elainesnyder8960]

BEAUTIFUL

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@accenttraining4professiona864]

Gorgeous!!! Thank you

[@SueFindlay]

You're very welcome 💕

[@mariaelmapintocorrea7628]

Amo seu trabalho!!! Demonstra sua sensibilidade, a delicadeza de sua alma!!! Obrigada!!!

[@SueFindlay]

Obrigado 💕