How to make a badge reel with acrylic blanks, mixing glitter with UV resin

DIY video on using acrylic blanks to decorate badge reels, attach to badge reels and edit the files in silhouette studio.
vinyl cutting, weeding and application
how to mix UV resin with gliiter
how to apply UV resin to acrylic blanks
how to cure UV resin
Thank you for watching! below are the links to items used in the video:
website for acrylics, epoxy resin, badge reels, glitter, vinyl:
www.zindee.com
amazon link:
www.amazon.com...
edited to add: a lot of people ask about my nails, they are polish strips that are applied just like vinyl and last about 2 weeks and no dry time, they are actually amazing, link here:
www.colorstree...

[@feemarieeeneyhart5574]

Thank you for going into detail about the uv lamp settings and time! I've watched 5 videos and you're the first one to explain that

[@Zindee]

Sure thing! Thank you ♥️

[@kimberlyhoffer147]

This is one of the best tutorials I have ever seen. So in depth and explained easily

[@miamor33765]

Agreed

[@cbh8r]

This makes me so happy! I have been wanting to see a full tutorial on this. I just started doing epoxy keychains. Love the use of Velcro too 👍🏼

[@Zindee]

Alison Carter 🖤🖤🖤

[@hopeavera651]

I have working with uv resin a while and one tip someone shared with me on getting it to cute a little faster is to use a small mirror to place your item on top. Complete gamechanger for me.

[@lisacapers2181]

I'm glad you made this video, l want to one for my daughters. You are perfectionist. So thank you for teaching. Thanks 😊 Lisa

[@SunraysandLisalights]

These tutorials are so in depth. Thank you so much!

[@Zindee]

You’re welcome! 🖤🖤

[@louisesteyn8064]

What a fantastic teacher you are!! Thank you so much for this tutorial! Brilliant!

[@kathrynlester2352]

I find myself holding my breath while you are lining them up for transfer. I can see this is out for me. I take medications that cause my hands to jerk. The more I need them to stay steady, the more they jerk. So, I get to make these things vicariously. Great video.

[@whitneygay3337]

This was hands down the best tutorial I've ever seen. 👏🏼 Thank you so much!

[@shawnadavis6077]

Thank u thank u thank u for doing this video because I ordered some acrylics from you and didnt know how to really get started thank u

[@Zindee]

Thank you ❤️

[@kewlgurlthu]

I couldn't help, but to see your Color Street nails!!!! But great tutorial also!! haha

[@Zindee]

haha!! thank you!!!

[@JMicheleS33]

I really enjoy and appreciate your videos, they’re so helpful and thorough, so THANK YOU! ❤️

[@Zindee]

Thank you ☺️

[@kelseypalacios6851]

I’m so glad I found your video I was so worried I had to use resin for badge reels…I learned so much from you thank you so much ☺️ you literally answered all my questions has they were popping inside my head 😂🙏🏼

[@brittanimartin3834]

This tutorial deserves an award! You are adorable, knowledgeable AND the processes were so easy to follow! Thank you!!! Subscribing and looking forward to learning more from you!

[@Zindee]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@rachelcastillo4020]

Agreed. Hands down best tutorial I have had the pleasure to watch. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge and skill. New sub here🤗💞💞💞💞

[@france7164]

Your clip should get million views!

[@meoshamekataylor5855]

I absolutely loved this tutorial it filled in so many questions I had!! THANK YOU! 🙏🏽

[@Zindee]

Meoshameka Taylor happy to help 🥰

[@wakylaugh]

Thank you

[@purpleroseh23]

You have really good tutorials. You’re skilled at this. I ordered acrylics from your site. Quick questions. I’ve been hearing horror stories about UV resin popping off when used like this on keychains. I’d love to hear your take.

[@Zindee]

Thank you! That usually is when people cure it way to fast (uv resin shrinks) Or if they have their vinyl all the way to the edge, better to always leave a border of acrylic between the vinyl and edge of shape. Some people also sand their acrylic blank before adding resin to help with that. I personally do not sand and have never had an issue with it popping off but be sure to use good quality uv resin as well:)

[@purpleroseh23]

Thank you. I think I have the same UV resin you used. I’ll give it a try. I also LOVE the transparent glitter vinyl. So cute.

[@Cinnamonrollslay34]

Omg this video 🙌🏽😩👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🔥🔥🔥thank you

[@navyjulie]

I bought some blanks from website today (from phone) and I can get on website on my laptop to get the cut files.. the website just has dot moving in middle of screen and nothing else

[@gabyandfriends]

New to crafting and already have 3 orders in! I am so excited to get them this weekend! I don't have a torch, by any chance, would a lighter work in its place? Due to Covid, many stores are closed and I can't get out to get one!

[@jennk9656]

I bought at torch at Walgreens. They are with the lighters.

[@kaenja]

Can these be cured outdoors in the sunlight instead of using the UV light machine?

[@kimberlymckinney30]

What cricut setting do I use to get the exact size for the acrylics

[@caylindrews4812]

Awesome! One question…why didn’t you sand the acrylics?

[@Zindee]

I personally do not sand the blanks Some people do, It is more preference 🥰

[@lhhhh4630]

Thank you for your amazing video! For badge reels can we use resin and a circle mould to make the badge or should we use the acrylic circle only? If we should use acrylic circle... Can you please explain why we should use the acrylic over a mould for a badge reel! Much appreciated 🥰🥰

[@claybrookfamily]

I have never used uv resin before. You said to heat it with the heat, can any heat gun be used to do this to get the bubbles out?

[@Jana-qb7tj]

Wonderfull. Hello. I have tried uv resin but it dries very quickly. I used it while on a balcony .. Give me some tips please. Thanks

[@Zindee]

You can’t use it outdoors, sunlight cures it You have to use it inside

[@Cinnamonrollslay34]

Just placed a order on your website 😍

[@Zindee]

Yay! Thank you!

[@madelinr5002]

Hi I’m new here and I ordered some Zindee blanks ! How do you print each piece on a printer or cricut and if on a you how. Thank you in advance

[@Zindee]

Hello!! if you have a cricut or silhouette the blanks will come with a file you cut :)

[@Mrsfireangel]

So does the dual lock velcro work better than e6000 ? I have been using the E6000 and it works but my friends want other badges and was thinking would the velcro work better if they want a different badge on it reel

[@MizPixi08]

I can’t find that acrylic piece the RN one

[@Zindee]

zindee.com/?product_cat=&s=Nurse+heart&post_type=product

[@MoniqueMonique40]

Awesome tutorial!!!!!!!

[@LOVESTOWRITEKID24]

what if u used uv resin outside at night??

[@margaretobrique4281]

@zindee i don’t need to sand the acrylic before putting uv and glitter? Some told me it will peel off if i don’t sand but other said it is fine not to sand the acrylics first

[@tamikka09]

Loved the tutorial

[@angelagougolis2492]

Hello.. I can't seem to find the holographic vinyl on the website. Can you tell me which one you are using please. Thank-you.

[@denisecasey4003]

I am working on my first acrylic blank and when I cut the white vinyl it is to big, are they supposed to be bigger for some reason?

[@Elemento519]

I did not find the name of the Velcro, what was the name of the Velcro that you use please, thanks. and I love your videos!!!

[@ivanazurre]

The one she used is on her Amazon list in the link she has in the description. I got it and it’s the same one like the video.

[@Michelle_Scott.]

I did enjoy ur video btw. And as soon as i get home im going to ur website and ordering. Do you offer afterpay or anything like that??

[@michellerodriguez4107]

Zindeee! Please tell me what transfer tape you are using my guurl! Lol

[@meoshamekataylor5855]

So I am trying to add another layer of uv resin on top of the uv resin glitter layer and uv resin keeps pulling from the edges. I have placed what I think is more than enough uv resin but it keeps pulling from the edges. What am i doing wrong? Does it matter that the glitter is chunky?

[@studybuddy2012]

How did you get the acrylic blank to be such a specific shape? Do you cut them yourself?

[@Zindee]

We design and manufacture the blanks here: www.zindee.com

[@kaenja]

Do you have a link to the UV Resin or other products used?

[@crankiecrafter6562]

I never got the svg file. so because of that they are still in the drawer. I did reach out but nothing

[@Zindee]

Make sure you are messaging the chat on the website :) if you replied to order emails we don’t get those

[@Michelle_Scott.]

Is the Velcro precut in the sizes u used? And do u have any videos for the cricut? I dont have a silhouette. 😞

[@bonitajohnson4720]

Can you do this for a pacifier holder

[@shirleyyancy2616]

Okay, so I'm wondering how did you make the acrylic tooth and heart...Did you cut it like that with the cricut machine or something? I'm lost someone help

[@Zindee]

You buy the blanks already cut www.Zindee.com :)

[@deea7457]

May I ask what transfer tape you are using? Mine sucks and I love how yours is pretty strong.

[@EmilyMineDesigns]

Can you instruct me on how I would go about upgrading to designer edition? My first order of blanks will be here in 2 days and I really want to get started on cutting the decals for them! Thank you 💜💜

[@EmilyMineDesigns]

Also, at the 40 minute mark the video stopped and said “something went wrong” and now I can’t get the rest of the video to play. Is that my phone? Anyone else having that issue?

[@Zindee]

Emily VanDyke straight from silhouette or you can get it from swing design :)

[@juanamares83]

Hey... what if I want to do more than one??? Do I have y To buy one by one??? Thank you

[@angieskitchenpastriescooki6758]

Hi there I’m new to your channel I’d like to know a little bit more about the those icons where would I buy those that you put on the Badgett if you can let me know and you do a great job and you’re a great teacher and I’m just starting out this making badges

[@yessicajessica]

Where do you get the silicon brush from? still watching so you might have already answered lol

[@denitatucker-washington2697]

Hello!!! What’s the brand of transfer tape you’re using?

[@alannacarter3671]

Where can you find acrylic blanks that have SVGs to go with?

[@Zindee]

Www.Zindee.com 🥰

[@ashleighholomon1368]

my uv light has a bottom and it is the exact same as the one you are using did you take it off? I had to slide my keychain in

[@mariahlittle7198]

could you use the sunlight to cure if you dont have UV light?

[@lauriecaron8760]

Are the blanks you are using in the video 2 inch? I ordered those for the badge reels and I am just wondering if I ordered the correct size :-)

[@Zindee]

Laurie Caron yes 2 inch :)

[@barnesquan172]

Why do my resin be sticky still after 5 minutes?

[@jennicacano7501]

I’ve been using this UV resin and it’s a bit sticky for me after curing. Any idea why??

[@desireepierce6492]

HI, I was wondering do you have to order every blank piece by piece or is there an option somewhere to buy in bulk. I wanted to make these for myself and my sisters since were all in the medical field but I'm just wondering will I have to buy them piece by piece?

[@angelamariaflower3818]

Sou brasileira e quero aprender montar estes modelo

[@shealynn9234]

How can I see the list for everything I need or the click I don’t see it in the comments

[@tbar33412]

Will the UV Resin turn yellow over time?

[@Trinibarbie88]

How much would you charge for the changeable pieces without the reel

[@christycanning1683]

Thank you for this video... I just got a MacBook Pro I’m learning it ( I’m NOT tech at all!!!) are you using cricut design space?

[@Zindee]

silhouette studio :)

[@janiecopado6915]

@@Zindee Can a Cricut Air 2 be used?

[@TheScienceofBeauty]

thank you!!!

[@angelamariaflower3818]

Mais não entendo nada que vc falou como fazer tradução

[@bails4088]

can the cut files be used on cricut design space?

[@Zindee]

Yes :) the svg

[@alemuniz5201]

Where is the link to the velcro?

[@theresebills1875]

I have been using mod podge and glitter on the backs then doing the uv resin. This is clearly much easier than that method. Can you use any glitter or are there specific kinds that work better? Thanks for your awesome videos. So very informative.

[@Zindee]

You can use any glitter but ultrafine works best and I do suggest polyester glitter so the colors don’t leak or anything 🙂

[@katihernandez7080]

Is there a video for STETHOSCOPE ID TAG

[@bridgetteruiz8185]

do you have to have silhouette studio to make these badges ?

[@courtneykeough9115]

Have you ever had an issue with the acrylic bending when the UV resin is cured?

[@Zindee]

Never the acrylic, sometimes the uv will with certain brands etc but not a high quality acrylic ❤️

[@lynncollins21]

Do you sale these already made??

[@kaylafontaine8149]

Could I go one size smaller on the circle? Or is 2” the best ?

[@lorifretheim8686]

What type of UV resin do you use

[@yasleemarie4558]

Can you write to me the link to the tooth acrylic

[@jessa7128]

How do you upload it for the cricut machine

[@carynschajer2093]

Thanks for the awesome video - so excited to get started! Where did you get that little torch?

[@Zindee]

Caryn Schajer dollar general :)

[@mgibbs7124]

How do you get blanks for custom keychain?

[@arlenecam4239]

Wowwwww

[@sabrinaesmail7262]

Hi, where do you buy your badge reels in bulk? Thank you so much!! :)

[@lisaljr]

What was the tape you used thanks

[@nathaliaarreguin7406]

Can you use any kind of mod podge?

[@mackenziegray5105]

How do you get the vinyl files so size matches perfectly

[@Zindee]

When you buy the blanks you get an already sized svg :)

[@mypurplebubblegum]

how did you create your acrylic? Or were they bought? If so please share!!!!

[@Zindee]

Zindee.com :)

[@jewelboquiren1872]

hello! thank you for this. if i dont have the machine to cure it, what can i use?

[@Elemento519]

HI!! The machine is for the UV epoxy, if you don’t have you need to use the SUN instead, like for 2 hrs, maybe or more. Or you can use the regular epoxy and it take 6 to 24 hrs to cure

[@leannringness6377]

Hi there, do you sell these? If you do, how much do you sell them for if you don't mind me asking. I have a hard time putting a price tag on things I make 🥰 Thank you!!

[@ashleysmith4395]

where do you get the brush your using

[@shunbriageorge6250]

what type of vinyl you use ?

[@crismeligomez5515]

Where did you buy the velcro and what's the specific name for that specific one you used?

[@margaretobrique4281]

She has all the links on the description of the video.. i believe it is 3m dual lock she got from amazon 😍

[@arielcolon3228]

Can you use glue instead?

[@snkdesignsbykelleyvanscyoc2039]

Hey there! Your videos are awesome! It is overwhelming to figure out which Sure Cuts A lot to get. Can you point me in the right direction?

[@JMicheleS33]

Any electronic die cutting machine will work, I use the Explore Air and/or Maker machines but others use a SCA or Silhouette, and there’s others on the market, too.

[@JMicheleS33]

With Cricut’s software, Design Space, you can now do Offset cutting (creates a shadow), like shown in the video, it’s a new feature.

[@moncerratvasquez3292]

thank you so much!!! very well explained

[@caseymannor4154]

Loved your video! Just bought a bunch from you!

[@Zindee]

Casey Mannor thank you 🥰🥰🥰

[@shannonleamy3934]

Can you tell me where you get the transfer tape/paper?

[@foeverblessed]

Can I use cricut

[@lisaljr]

Are you in Australia 🇦🇺

[@sotananon8832]

Hi Zindee! Can the design be used on a cricut?

[@laurencoop6617]

Hi Sontana. I have a Cricut Explore Air 2 and I had the same question. I believe the design can be cut on cricut. She mentions it at 11:59

[@LSweitz]

Where do I find the holographic transparent glitter vinyl?