Forever Rose in Resin - learning together with casting, vacuum chamber, and some failure too

[@hollyRuizdeChavez]

I ABSOLUTELY Love this 🌹… I remember as a little girl growing up in the 60’s seeing the “rose in water globe” at my Grandmas place. But these would eventually dry out and leak after so many years. To see you create a Real 🌹 that is permanent touches my heart and is priceless 🌹💜🌹

[@MoonkusserArt]

How nice Holly. Happy this made you think of fond memories. ❤️

[@annagravante3884]

Janet I love the simplicity of your pyramid I find that alot of people add to much yours is so pretty enjoyed your tutorial thank you for sharing love your art x

[@MoonkusserArt]

I'm so glad Anna! Thank you 😊

[@deborahswings]

Wow hun you give us such great tips to help us create similar pieces without bubbles . It turned out so nicely and its beautiful.

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thanks Deborah 💕 for all your support.

[@mandyhall1674]

That is beautiful Janet, well done. Learned alot watching you do this so thank you :)

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thanks so much Mandy 😊 Glad it is helpful

[@pamgillum720]

So glad you did this, I have two roses I was going to do . This tutorial was wonderful! Thank you for sharing.

[@MoonkusserArt]

You are so welcome Pam. Enjoy creating with your roses 🌹

[@ginnidiaz861]

Did you ever experiment with putting the shallow pour under vacuum? I may try this to see how it affects the rose.

[@MoonkusserArt]

I have not. I am aware of some artists that do that to ensure no bubbles. I do not know how a flower could be affected

[@laurajohnson7165]

very nice i learn a lot from you video. Thank you

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thanks Laura. I am happy to know you found it helpful. 😁

[@gourdhead22]

Awesome.. love how it turned out..

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you Sheryl 😊

[@mookzmom]

Oh, I'm so glad you showed this! I have a vacuum chamber and a pressure pot, but am still too scared to try them out. lol...I do have silica gel for flowers as well as the microwave pressers and also a big, special pressing board just for flowers and leaves. I'm hoping to brave up and just jump in soon. It helps to see you show the way!

[@MoonkusserArt]

You can do it Pam! I need to know how you do with the pressure pot 😁. Halfway through this project I was thinking "why did I go so large for my first project!?" I'm happy to know it helped.

[@stephaniejohnson3663]

It’s gorgeous! I did the same thing with my pyramid mold. I’m still trying to save the piece but get frustrated and have to set it down for a while. Good luck 💜

[@MoonkusserArt]

You can do it! Keep at it. I know I will 💪

[@susanmobilia8311]

Thank you for your video I have just started doing the pyramids the first one looked great but the mould got stuck on one side , so the mould was ruined: The next two turned out okay but I learnt from watching yours about more depth for the flowers 🌸. Looking forward to seeing more of your work

[@MoonkusserArt]

I learned so much making this. It really is very challenging to create these. Glad the video helped you. Thanks! 😁

[@sandyware5043]

Beautiful!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you!! 😁

[@SherryinAB]

I’ve seen many videos where this type of mold seems to stick, almost better to make one out of the store bought one! Turned out absolutely gorgeous!

[@MoonkusserArt]

I will be reapplying the mold release next time to see if that helps avoid silicone sticking to the pyramid. And definitely, no torch 🔥 Thanks Sherry.

[@rosanneshale923]

That is beautiful

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you ☺️

[@N0N4M30]

Wow just wow 🤩 I need to forever my roses like this wish me luck

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thanks. Good luck of course 😁

[@N0N4M30]

@@MoonkusserArt thank you! How long will the finished piece last ? Forever ? If not set in sunlight ?

[@MoonkusserArt]

All resin yellow over time. Definitely keep out of sunlight to avoid the uv rays and it should be around for a very long time 😁

[@marinazigajlova8643]

Vielen Dank für das Video und schöne Rose 🥰

[@MoonkusserArt]

You’re welcome 🌹

[@connieball319]

I've learned of you let the reain run down a popsicle stick. It helps with bubble- if you have any. Just a tip. ❤ love your videos

[@MoonkusserArt]

Yes it does. I do that now too 😊 Thanks Connie

[@gabrielapineda4199]

Hola amiga saludos, me podrías desir que marca de resina usas para la pirámide te lo agradecería mucho 🌹

[@MoonkusserArt]

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[@karenwaddell4724]

Can you put the rose in the vacuum machine? It looks beautiful ❤️. I have a pyramid mould with a mark and I put some tape there so I just make sure I don't fill above that spot. Saves on resin. 😁. Thank you for the video. ❤️🙏🏻❤️

[@MoonkusserArt]

I don't know about the rose in the vacuum chamber Karen. They are so fragile when dry I didn't want to risk it and when pulling the vacuum it bubbles like soda which would create a bigger issue I think. Great idea to mark the damage line on the mold 👍🏻 Thanks for watching!

[@Pashanny824]

It’s beautiful!

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you 😊

[@OGrams-yr3tt]

You can dry flowers in cat litter at a fraction of the price. I have done it for years works as good as the Silica.

[@MoonkusserArt]

I don’t like the silica much. It sticks to the flowers

[@djgunhoe]

For the bubbles you could have taken a hand drill and drilled down to them then fill it with resin. It will cover it up like sanding just make sure to clean out the holes and don't leave any shavings in it.

[@MoonkusserArt]

Ah, in a perfect world

[@crym88]

The link for the vacuum chamber won’t work. Would you happen to have a different one?

[@MoonkusserArt]

Here is a new link - goto.walmart.com/c/2553652/675675/9383?veh=aff&sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&prodsku=1480460056&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2F1480460056%3F

[@vernalc2449]

That was an AWFUL LOT of effort and time you invested, but the end result is nothing less than spectacular!

[@MoonkusserArt]

This pyramid was definitely a lot of work. Happy I stuck with it. 🌹

[@belindaadams3109]

You've made it look so much harder than what it is. A Dehydrator is so much faster to dry roses.

[@MoonkusserArt]

That sound like a great way. I don’t like the residue left behind from the crystals either

[@deanagarnes2676]

Can you use a nasel blub to blow out the dust and stuff?

[@MoonkusserArt]

Not sure. I don't think it would work

[@nandaamaharajh]

What would happen if you don’t sand down the edges ?

[@MoonkusserArt]

The edges are sharp. They would scratch surfaces.

[@melissaphillis7247]

Lol, well, as I quite like my eyebrows, that was a good tip! This is exquisite, but so sad about the mold!

[@MoonkusserArt]

Hope to keep my eyebrows 😂 for a while. Already contacted the company to get a replacement mold. I wanted to play, now I have to pay. Thanks so much for commenting & watching 💕

[@sharebear1129]

That is absolutely beautiful 😍❤

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you! 😊 It looks best without the LED light I think.

[@funnypeoplerule]

BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you!! 😊

[@TK-fv5jv]

Can you just use the roses without drying them first?

[@MoonkusserArt]

No. The moisture causes rot to the flower in the resin.

[@franciscoramirez225]

Use lithium grease. Rub it on the mold after you spray and your mold will never stick. Its been a game changer for me

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you very much for that tip Francisco. I will try that for sure.

[@neesaroman5182]

Where can I get some of this lithium grease

[@MoonkusserArt]

Amazon sells it

[@Serena-777]

Would you recommend a vacuum chamber over a pressure pot

[@MoonkusserArt]

I have never used a pressure pot.

[@Lindaraylong]

Why do you use the alcohol? It turned out amazing. I tried it with just putting resin over a rose. Bad idea. The resin got hot and the rose welted to a big hump of yuck. First time ever trying to use resin.

[@MoonkusserArt]

The alcohol is to help in bubbles in the resin to pop on the sides of the mold. You are a brave soul to try casting a rose for your first resin project! Hope the video helps for your next one 😊

[@monarosaart]

I love watching your videos. I'm learning a lot from you. I have a specific question & wonder if I can email you. Thank you 🙏🏽❤️

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thanks 😊 How can I help you?

[@monarosaart]

@@MoonkusserArt thank you so much. My project got delayed 6 months so I have a chance to learn more . Thank you again 💞

[@marymorin6755]

THANK YOU

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you Mary 😊

[@lekishamccloud5248]

Beautiful

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thanks 😊

[@AngelasMixedMediaArtist]

Very beautiful love ❤️

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you so much 😀 Angela

[@thomaslewis6794]

Good job

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thanks 😊

[@incognito4522]

Why not put the rose in the vacuum chamber after pouring while its in the cup

[@MoonkusserArt]

The rose would not hold up well I don't think. When the resin is processing it foams up a lot which could mean more bubbles trapped around the petals.

[@janesavage4733]

Hi, next time instead of using a razor blade just get your heat torch and torch the area carefully, It softens the resin and you can move the mould away from the resin item. Love this creation.

[@MoonkusserArt]

I will try that. Thanks 🌹

[@superbkitchen5958]

Why did u put the resin in layers

[@MoonkusserArt]

You must do in layers or the resin heats up to much.

[@TheTrackdriver]

I discovered this today - the hard way. I had built a box in plexiglass that was a about 500 ml. I had put a couple of figurines I had cast earlier in resin on the bottom of the box and filled the box with clear resin until it was full. The temperature raised quickly and kept rising. Last time I checked it, it was well above 100 Celsius degrees. The glue on the plexiglass mold started to melt, the figurines were melting too and the resin turned brownish in the center. I had worked on this project for a week and it was ruined within an hour. Another lesson learned.🔥

[@MoonkusserArt]

Oh my! That was hot. So sad that it ruined your hard work @TheTrackdriver 😢

[@TheTrackdriver]

@@MoonkusserArt Yeah, but your video convinced me to buy a vacuum chamber so no more bubbles😀

[@mizpahshearer1659]

Either spray your alcohol in the gap between the mould and your piece or some soapy water!

[@MoonkusserArt]

The mold was scorched. 🥲

[@pleum7288]

Will it last forever?

[@MoonkusserArt]

I truly don't know. It is 2 years ago now and it looks just as perfect today.

[@BarbaraMorrow-o5z]

What if your not lucky to have all the things you what can you do on a budget

[@MoonkusserArt]

There are many projects that can be affordable

[@saidailaian3800]

Nice

[@MoonkusserArt]

Thank you 😊

[@MileyonDisney]

That torch will ruin your mold, no matter how careful you are. It will melt to your resin and tear when you pull them apart.

[@MoonkusserArt]

And it did 😞