How to Epoxy and Glitter a Dollar Store Plastic Tumbler Cup

[@boltheidi]

Your tutorials are so incredibly helpful to someone like me who is just starting with tumblers and trying to figure all this out! I can't thank you enough for all the information you share! You're an amazing amazing woman!

[@jadeswrapsandbraids]

My OCD is going haywire with you doing this over your beautiful white little fabric there

[@CameramanYT123]

I’m the same way I’m horrified that she is doing it on that nice fluffy fabric

[@bellescreativecraftdesigns1132]

Wow and here are this time, I thought you could not put epoxy on plastic! HUGE game changer!!! Thank you!! Following!! 💕

[@sharonhplamondon4694]

I found your videos yesterday and I’ve binge watched. They are the best I’ve seen on this tumbler phenomenon. I really like that there’s not a lot of chit chat and you move right along. You are easy to understand and your extra tips are appreciated. Your tumblers are beautiful. I also love the glimpses of your personal life: wife, mother of triplets, hairdresser, crafter! Girl you rock! I don’t know if I’ll ever try the tumblers......toying with trying for gifts but I’ll continue to follow you.

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Sharon H Plamondon Oh please try! You will love it! This is a great tutorial to follow because you can use inexpensive cups! I am just editing a tutorial on making a cup start to finish with dollar store supplies (all except the epoxy and safety equipment)

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Sharon H Plamondon join my FB group!!! Everyone shares,helps and inspires! It’s a great resource and we have LOTS of free files

[@jiminlover8212]

Love your videos. Each one is very informative and explained thoroughly with lots of tips on what to do and what not to do and why. You're one of my fave tutorial ladies so thanks for sharing your vast knowledge with us.

[@findmainthing]

Thank you so much for your Graceful and Willing sharing of your vast knowledge, and I am so grateful to you that I am subscribing cause I am a newbie and yet I am totally Understanding the hows and whys of this medium because of Your caring and patient teaching. Be blessed and thank you again. xxx Patricia

[@LittleLeeandRose]

findmainthing yay! Also join my FB group! Why have a lot of questions and it’s a great place to ask questions!

[@bossladya3268]

1st time hearing of this method was always curious how it was done I wanna try this! Great timing to with your video! I just clicked off of a 48 min video. The girl was 5min in & was just chatting away (about nothing) I couldn’t keep my focus 🙄 came to your video & I say Job well done

[@xolalvar20xo]

Bomb I’m using this to make some for my daughters 3rd birthday party. Aladdin theme, very well explained 🤗🙌🏼💜

[@AdaFahrenholt]

Do you have to put spray paint on the color you want on the tumbler🎉

[@SilverTopMom]

Thank you Summer! This is going to come in really handy this christmas with my niece, nephews and grandbabies! You are THE BEST!

[@gwendolyneverline8059]

You’re great thank you for the knowledge

[@egrberry]

Also, would I do anything different if I do the top for the jar?

[@Jana-TheCraftyGambler]

I don’t know how you keep your blanket so clean. I’d have epoxy and glitter everywhere. I am so glad you did this video, I’ve wondered about epoxy on plastic. Thanks

[@LittleLeeandRose]

The Crafty Realtor Hahahaha this is ONLY where I do tutorials. My actual workshop is covered in epoxy drips and glitter! LOL

[@LittleLeeandRose]

The Crafty Realtor the white background just makes it easy to see what I am doing:)

[@dhernandez3433]

Do you have to use a heat gun on it to pop the bubbles?

[@tammyking805]

Do you use a certain type of paint on the plastic tumblers and the medal ones too? If so what type? Love your videos.

[@dastarbuck]

Is it good to use UV resin?

[@judyortmeier4479]

I’m a newbie too, but have watched most of your videos! Love them, you explain very well!

[@valphil6874]

Love your videos. I also wondered about using plastic tumblers. Question what about condensation? Will that do anything to the epoxy? Thanks

[@LittleLeeandRose]

val phil Nope! The condensation is just on the outside. Water on the outside doesn’t mess with epoxy (luckily or this wouldn’t work at all because you wouldn’t be able to wash it. If water gets behind the epoxy it’s because there wasn’t a good seal between the epoxy and cup. But if that’s the case it’s doomed regardless because you can’t wash it or get it wet at all

[@mary42011]

Love your videos. Thank you so much for your time and helping Us with everything.

[@egrberry]

Hi, what if I wanted to do this on a plastic jar? Could I do the same technique? My jar is white… do I need to spray paint it?

[@GossipPantry]

I am so very thankful your videos! You’re a super great teacher!

[@kristinb4231]

Is the epoxy safe through the plastic since it is not double walled? Not only for consumption but with the condensation from the cold liquid will it breakdown the epoxy?

[@ambitiousimagination]

I did a comic book page on a plastic bottle and to me the epoxy still makes water smell funny. Although I put it top shelf dishwasher and it melted because I had heat dry on so that may just be the smell I’m smelling.

[@henrysgirl4111]

yes, she only uses FDA compliant epoxy witch is safe once fully cured and no, epoxy is never dishwasher safe, don't soak it, and don't leave it in a hot car.... standard practice for all things epoxied

[@tammywilliams4155]

I just LOVE all your videos! Each have AWESOME tips and tricks that save time and money! You are da bomb! Thank you! I’m gonna try the hang method! 🤞🏻

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Tammy Williams I always try and add a few golden nuggets that I have learned that will help others!

[@tammywilliams4155]

LittleLee and Rose you definitely do! Us newbies appreciate it! 😍

[@rachaelb9164]

We never put plastic cups in the dishwasher so this is perfect. No worries of heat messing with the epoxy. Much cheaper than metal tumblers too, though they don’t keep ice quite as cold. How do you wash the silicone brushes though?

[@henrysgirl4111]

epoxy won't stick to anything silicone so just pop off the epoxy once it's dried or wipe with a paper towel/baby wipe immediately after you are finished

[@egrberry]

Also, do I need to sand plastic?

[@schlisaduran6521]

Ive been wondering about this super 😁 excited

[@shirrellp4909]

Me too. I was so happy to run across this video! Yay!

[@kathyfitzsimmons1489]

Thanks for showing us this. I'm a newbie, and bought several .98 water bottles. Now I know what to do, and will probably try it this week! 😂

[@judyortmeier4479]

Thank you, bought some small plastic tumblers today at Costco. Want to make them for 6 of my grandchildren!

[@absolutelyabi6589]

? Do you have to base paint the cups? I am new to this and full of questions. I am learning a lot as I watch :)

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Abi Smith you don’t have to but it helps! But it isn’t necessary if you don’t like the look

[@ritamcwhinney8967]

Super cute. I’m curious where you bought the little cup.

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Rita McWhinney dollar tree!!!!

[@LittleLeeandRose]

It’s their new item that they just started carrying on a regular basis

[@nathaliaarreguin7406]

Love this video. Why didn't you hang it the second time around versus using the cup turner?

[@henrysgirl4111]

she likes to show the different ways of doing things

[@sherylmorgan3678]

First let me say that your videos are the best out there. My granddaughters & I are thinking of starting a small business doing tumblers and I was wondering if you would do a video on the basics of pricing the various types of tumblers...we live in the heart of the Midwest....Iowa...and we haven't a clue as to how to price our tumblers.

[@henrysgirl4111]

pricing varies widely according to your economic are and supply cost, it would be impossible to map out a pricing point for every area...

[@michellewelch7020]

so is it ok to put epoxy on plastic cups? without it seeping through or melting it if you paint it first? thank you!

[@henrysgirl4111]

Yes, the epoxy is FDA compliant once fully cured

[@connierussett8190]

Found your channel a week or so ago and LOVE your tutorials. Thank you for taking the time to help us out. Joined your FB also!

[@vickiwilson7396]

Would the epoxy come through the plastic after time? I just want to make sure it's safe before I make this for my granddaughter

[@giovannayaranga960]

Love it, thanks again...love your videos, easy to understand......👍🏻💞

[@sandytolbert2815]

I am getting ready to try tumblers..my question is what type of epoxy for steel and/or plastic tumblers?

[@Repobitch80]

Thanks a million for this video. I’m semi new to the crafting world. I’ve been wondering about the plastic cups. Love the video so many questions answered!! Thanks a mill.... love from KY

[@sweetlove1193]

Omg you area god send I have been wondering about this!!! Thank you so much!!!!

[@jodyparkman8494]

Thank you so much I love watching your videos I have learned so much from you

[@Rad0226]

Love this!!! My question is if the cup is squeezed too hard will the epoxy seal crack? I’ve purchased these cups before and was able to break them by squeezing them...... I would love for this to work because I’m thinking cups for all my sons classmates!!!

[@LittleLeeandRose]

sarah cassman when epoxy is used on any cup you need to treat it like a glass cup. If it drops it will crack if you squeeze it hard, it will crack.

[@meredithposeyjohnson714]

Jazzy Cups here love your video !

[@sarahziegler5250]

Loved the tutorial and thanks for the items needed and where to buy them.

[@biancagarza5681]

Where did you get the plastic little cup from?

[@desireesanchez2614]

do you add the vinyl after the 1st layer of epoxy and then re-epoxy over the vinyl

[@LHOPPIE68]

So glad you did this video. I have wondered about using plastic. Where did you get your torch? What brand?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Lisa Hopwood This is the exact one I use! It is the cheapest one I could find and it works awesome! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074C8PJSS/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=llandr-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B074C8PJSS&linkId=4ed238862d59b088e1d8bc7907712386

[@ChaunaCasteel]

Can you share where to get the brush you were using? Also, what epoxy are you using? Brand please. I love your tips that you offer.

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Chauna Casteel I am so happy it’s helping! If you click the drop down menu underneath the tutorial video I have all the links to the supplies:)

[@vebtinkerbellable]

Do you have a video on you turner& how to make one?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Virginia Hillegass I sure do! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2O7ooChZ6t0Zsk This motor is very safe to use and run all day and night!

[@vebtinkerbellable]

Thank you!

[@jaylenehege5340]

Have you ever used acrylic paint on you tumblers? Is it to thick?

[@henrysgirl4111]

it will work fine, I have done it when I am unable to spray paint

[@Gatita512badkitty]

Awesome learning tutorials.

[@fahameshac]

Love this video question could I spray Loctite adhesive initially to put the glitter on ?

[@henrysgirl4111]

yes you can

[@brissagarcia3405]

I love this! Thank you!

[@Preppyjusticeeeelove134]

You dont ruin your blnaket like that. Such a nice pretty blanket

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Porsche Dudley not so far! It washes easily and if I drop glue or epoxy I just cut that away. I don’t recommend working on fur. I am an expert😂. I just use the white background so you can really see what I am doing

[@choose2basuccess2]

Just saw your video and I love it. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. May I ask, what kind of resin do you use and where did you get your cup turner?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

If you click the drop down menu I have links to the epoxy I use and the turner that is in the tutorial. Here is the link to the turner I use in my actual workshop.amzn.to/2UCrY9q

[@amyharvey2019]

Great video been wondering if could do this on plastic bottles. Once done can the bottle be used in the fridge? x

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Amy Harvey yes totally! I have one I freeze! It’s fine

[@patriciapolanco3857]

How much do you charge for the plastic containers. I'm a beginner

[@kfeil8788]

Do you clean the silicone brush or toss it after using?

[@kenedeighbara2188]

Karen Feil it will pop off after it dries

[@annagodfrey4689]

awesome tutorial. Will the hanging method work for ombrés as well?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Anna Godfrey yes yes yes!!

[@hannahreimer2771]

Not sure if this is dumb, but why do you spray paint the cup if epoxy sticks to the plastic just fine?

[@henrysgirl4111]

spray painting a base color similar to the glitter you are using will help your glitter show up better

[@crystalsavage4574]

Love your videos!

[@yajairasanchez9021]

Hi, where do you buy your glitters from?

[@thecookie1]

If I'm doing this on a plastic tumbler with no top.. how would I finish the top of the cup?

[@busyme808]

Can acrylic paint work for this or does the base colorant need to be always from a spray.

[@henrysgirl4111]

acrylic will work

[@Mztrini214]

Hi love your video quick question when and how many times do you take the tape off the rim?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Katrina Hardeman every time you put epoxy on you remove it. If you don’t the epoxy cures over it and it is hard to remove! Just reapply before the next layer

[@lindsayellis77]

Once I Epoxy and add glitter how long do I wait to add more epoxy? And do I sand (if I need to) after the 2nd epoxy?

[@henrysgirl4111]

you wait until you can grab the cup without leaving finger prints, this is to ensure that you have mixed your epoxy correctly. Yes, you sand if needed, wash with a little Dawn soap and water then apply your epoxy

[@ashlipenny7153]

Do u have to spray paint the cup or is that optional

[@henrysgirl4111]

adding a base spray similar to the color of your glitter will help your glitter stand out more

[@slipk6804]

Thank you for sharing ma’am!😁

[@gloriachacon511]

Love,love this video. I was wondering where you got your rotisserie spinner, I love purple and I’m loving yours. Thanks for the video

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Gloria Chacon if you search my channel I have a tutorial and I show you where to find the spine r

[@sherryjones7268]

Hobby lobby has those silicon brush she is using

[@tinao4662]

Summer, I am in love with that glitter!! Any details??

[@veronicaortiz9687]

How long does it need to cure?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Veronica Ortiz each epoxy has a different cure rate (so check manufacturers guidelines) but most epoxy brands fully cure in 72 hours. However after about 12-14 hrs it is hard to the touch

[@crystalcorbin6469]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU for doing this tutorial on plastic bottles! Love, love, love it! FYI believe it or not I found the brushes you use at Dollar Tree! I was so shocked ( so I bought all they had, LOL!) I thought I'd let you know so you could tell everyone else! Love ya! ❤️❤️❤️😸😸😸

[@karitac2984]

Thank you so much for this video! I tried the hang method a week ago on this same water bottle and it came out sooo bad because I realize now it was because it was too much epoxy and it started dripping. My question for you is can you pop microbubbles with alcohol? I've heard you can pop them by spritzing the cup with alcohol after if you don't have a heat tool.

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Karita Drake yes you can but I find heat to work better. You can take a cheap lighter and run it across the top of the surface if you don’t have a torch

[@karitac2984]

@@LittleLeeandRose Okay, thank you so much for the reply!

[@dawnhayman177]

Can you do the hang method with epoxy mixed with acrylic paint?

[@henrysgirl4111]

yes, don't add too much paint or your epoxy will get stringy

[@sandraruiz6828]

Is it true at applying epoxy to plastic makes it toxic? I read this in another group post. They recommended not to use epoxy on the .99 cent water bottles from Walmart. TIA

[@NamelessGrace]

Sandra Ruiz the concern is that the heat that is produced by the epoxy will cause the plastic to leach toxic chemicals. This is the same as when you microwave plastic. I would definitely use BPA free plastics if you do this. Again though, if you microwave food in plastic containers the danger is the same, so it’s up to you what you feel comfortable with.

[@henrysgirl4111]

once fully cured and as long as you are using a FDA compliant epoxy, it is non toxic

[@sherryjones7268]

I saw just 1 layer of glitter but you said there was 2 layers,im confused

[@taygansepulveda45]

Do you have to spray paint it?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Taygan Sepulveda you don’t have to but it makes it look nicer when you look down inside and it helps you get a batter look, makes the glitter look like it covers better

[@fvesam510]

why is it hanging up side down and some are spinning on other machine? whats the difference? Both have epoxy. tia

[@LittleLeeandRose]

THis is called the hang method

[@heatherclay4168]

So how much would u sell a cup for like this ???

[@dastarbuck]

why don't you use the glitter glue like you would on the metal tumblers?

[@brendacollins6441]

I absolutely love all your videos!! I'm gathering all the materials, then watch the videos about 3 more times. Can you do one with wine glasses....Please:)

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Brenda Collins yes! What would you like to see on them? I have a how to make a glitter plaid wine cup already posted:)

[@shannonpersky4366]

​@@LittleLeeandRose I would like to see that video

[@bp4548]

I have found plastic bottles just like this one at the dollar store but they are not hard you can squeeze and flex the side of the bottle. If dropped or squeezed will the epoxy crack and break off? Or does it reinforce the plastic so you can no longer squeeze and bend the sides in?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

B Pratt all epoxies cups need to be treated like glass cups. If you drop it it will break. If you squeeze it hard it will break , just like a wine glass would

[@bp4548]

LittleLee and Rose Thank you, ma’am. I didn’t know if the epoxy would reinforce the plastic enough or not. Do you think it is hard enough for small hands(4 to 6 year olds)? I have feral children who might try to hulk out on a pretty cup. They know not to throw and break things on purpose but might try to show me how strong they are. I don’t sell much, I mostly just craft for fun and gifts for family. Your videos have been amazingly helpful in keeping me on budget, I don’t waste epoxy and I don’t have a ton of fails/mistakes eating up my supplies. Thank you!!!

[@stuffbyjulie9866]

Since this doesn’t actually touch your mouth, would it be safe to use a non food safe epoxy? I got grounded from buying anything new until I use what I have. And I don’t have food safe epoxy.

[@henrysgirl4111]

No, it is never safe to use an epoxy that is not FDA compliant when it comes to food/beverage serving items

[@thekraftykornerwithkatryna]

Tfs❤

[@aliciat2216]

I use a heat gun is that okay?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Alicia Tengwall yes totally but it’s not as effective at popping micro bubbles

[@aliciat2216]

Oh okay I watched other videos and they said heat gun so I ran out and bought one. Now I need to get a torch! Ha my husband is starting to wonder what I’m up to!!!! Tonight I painted a bunch of the plastic tumblers I bought at the $1 tree. Right now they have a bunch of fun tumblers and the lids are different colors. I was actually going to test using the epoxy on one then I came across your video. I’m glad I did now I can go to town with them. Thank you for your video, you’re great and I am following you!

[@valerylopez2914]

On the packaging it says epoxy is flammable i was wondering is it truly safe to use a blow torch to pop the bubbles?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Valery Lopez I have been doing this for a long time and have used numerous epoxies and have never had an issue with it.

[@kellykrohe3804]

Is there another way to do decals? I don’t have a ink jet printer.

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Kelly Krohe you can use any stickers! I find great ones at the dollar store or Walmart. Hobby Lobby and Michaels have a TON

[@kellykrohe3804]

Thank you!👍

[@elleighagrimmett6443]

Can you do the hang method at the end instead of turning it?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Elleigha Grimmett yes you sure can

[@LittleLeeandRose]

You will just need to do about three layers then gently sand and add a fourth layer to get full coverage

[@6one9lady]

What epoxy do you use? Im barely starting and got my epoxy from Micheals. Buyers it's not as shiny as youre tumblers. What am I doing wrong?

[@henrysgirl4111]

she only uses FDA compliant epoxy which is safe once fully cured.... make sure you are mixing your epoxy correctly and you are getting all the micro bubbles out with a torch or heat gun (it will be cloudy/not shiny because of bubbles if you don't)

[@nenektracha]

Can you do a 3d dragon eye tumbler? I would love to see that since last season of game of thones is coming

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Penchi Oso Yes! Already working on it!!!

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Woot woot!

[@nenektracha]

LittleLee and Rose yayy cant wait

[@henrysgirl4111]

this video is up now and it is spectacular!!! Glow in the dark too!!!!

[@absolutelyabi6589]

How do you clean your brush?

[@jenniferstinert5498]

Epoxy doesn’t stick to silicone, so it should just wipe off. Anything left can dry and then flake off after.

[@milliken33]

Where do I find cups like this?!!!! I love the size!

[@zeroatlas6728]

michaela milliken i bought some at dollar tree.

[@jubileesisters9711]

Why did so many videos say you can’t epoxy over a single layer plastic Tumblr?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Jubilee Sisters 🤷🏼‍♀️ Ya got me because it works perfectly. Misinformation out there is one reason I wanted to start teaching y’all!

[@justinearce5121]

Jubilee Sisters not suppose only two layer wall plastic cup because the epoxy will go through a one layer and get people sick.

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Justine Arce That’s weird because that is incorrect. As long as it’s FDA compliant resin it is fine. They use epoxy resins to seal most canned food products

[@MsJossalynn]

I came to the comments for comments like this. Would the spray paint make it not FDA approved? And what epoxy do you recommend for this type of project

[@aylafowlkes5416]

Love this thank you

[@journeebug]

where did you get this cup?

[@henrysgirl4111]

this one is from the dollar store

[@telishaspencer6154]

After you put the first layer of epoxy and glitter do you wait for it to dry or just press down on the glitter then instantly apply the epoxy? When applying the second and third layer if epoxy do you just allow the first layer of epoxy to cure for 12 hours then add the other layers?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

For the first layer I do hangmethod add the glitter and press it down. Wait 6 hrs then apply another coat you can apply the top coats as soon as 4hrs between each but I generally wait to see if I need to sand in between

[@telishaspencer6154]

Thank you 🤗. Do you use the drill master rotary tool to sand your cups? I’m assuming that’s why you listed it but I want to be sure.

[@LittleLeeandRose]

telisha spencer I use it for repairs! Also cleaning up the edges! It is perfect for sanding out tiny spots like bubbles and bugs LOL

[@telishaspencer6154]

Thank you so much. I’m doing my first cup so I’m just trying to ensure that I’m doing it correct 😬

[@debbieroberts2989]

You are awesome,!

[@clarissabrown5047]

How much would you sell this cup for?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Clarissa Brown plain no decal,$15. With decal $20

[@clarissabrown5047]

@@LittleLeeandRose I'm going to go get the barbecue rotisserie turner that you suggested from Lowe's. I love your Turner, did you make it yourself ? I'm new to this and I just want to make sure I have the right and safe equipment. Thank you again for responding, you are so awesome!!!

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Clarissa Brown So the turner in my tutorials was bought from Protisserie on Etsy (I put his link in the drop down menu). But me “work” turners I made from rotisserie turners from Lowes!

[@brwnsuga00]

Great video! Could I use modge podge to adhere the glitter?

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Connie Tang yes you can but will most likely need two coats and the chunky glitter won’t lay flat with modpodge so it will take more epoxy to cover

[@brwnsuga00]

@@LittleLeeandRose Would the modge podge would with fine glitter? Could I use fabric? Thanks for the quick reply😊

[@LittleLeeandRose]

Yes modpodge works better if it id fine glitter but will still most likely need two coats @@brwnsuga00

[@LittleLeeandRose]

@@brwnsuga00 And you can TOTALLY use fabric!!

[@samdazzleco.9128]

Amazon has pink gloves that are nitrile!!!!!!

[@jubileesisters9711]

They have lots at Walmart for $.98!!

[@LittleLeeandRose]

And dollar stores!