How to Make a Hole-in-One Golf Ball Trophy Paperweight Cube from Epoxy Resin | DIY | Tutorial

[@resinAce]

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[@mackemftm74]

Why the lighter?

[@resinAce]

@@mackemftm74 A quick blast with a lighter flame will pop any surface bubbles

[@katemcclure6959]

@@resinAce my husband has attempted a similar golf ball resin project years ago. The golf ball appeared to have expanded from the heat during the curing process then when it cooled it separated from the resin creating a void making it look like it had a giant air bubble around the whole ball. It wasn't though they took great care to get all the air bubbles out of it. Question being what happened and how do you prevent it? Thank you for any input.

[@resinAce]

@@katemcclure6959 Did he use epoxy resin or polyester resin, because it sounds to me like he might have used polyester resin, which shrinks as it cures and can pull away from the surface of shiny objects like a golf ball. This creates a mirrored effect, which would look like an air bubble surrounding the object. If he can't remember, ask him if it was flammable and smelt really bad, if it did then it was polyester. If he did use epoxy resin, he needs to control the exothermic reaction to prevent it getting too hot. This basically involves pouring smaller amounts of resin in layers, and waiting for each layer to firm up before pouring the next. Some epoxy resins are better suited to deeper pours than others. Check the datasheet and it should give you a maximum pour depth for that resin type.

[@pamcarr4003]

Ahhh, the ladybugs. Very nice accent ! Great job Ace, Pam

[@Black-Swan-007]

Very cool! My grandpa is a golfer, this would make a good gift for him!

[@mizzuzie3338]

One ladybug sneaked in but the knuckles made it out safe yet again! Lovely trophy for a golfer.

[@anneargo-davies692]

You did it again, I will always be amazed by your creativity and I love your humor. I often interpret sarcasm for the family as it just isn't their strong suit and that just looses the funniest part, so I watch you by myself and they don't know why I'm laughing so hard. Thank you, it's always a good day when you upload a new video. Just ignore the haters, your fans do.

[@paulc5817]

Wow. That is beautiful. I am lucky to have two hole in ones...... would love this for my golf balls. Awesome job

[@traceyms1971]

You snuck in 2 ladybugs! I like this piece. If only I knew a golfer....

[@tomdonnellan7920]

It would be easy to make something like this look cheap and tacky but look at this, pure class.

[@waleedahmad8243]

A masterpiece in no time

[@jerrilynnroth2117]

Ahhhh! This hole in one trophy is perfect for the area where I live! We are having the world known annual RBC Heritage of golf tournament on Hilton Head Island, Soutg Carolina USA. golfers from all over the world come here to play right after the Masters tournament in Augusta, Georgia USA

[@skeewee13]

I absolutely LOVE this idea! l have a friend who plays golf and l know she would like it

[@joannekucks4343]

I collect the lucite/resin paperweights made by William Rolfe. They have natural materials assembled as scenes from the woods with rocks, lichen, mushrooms, insects, flowers, etc. He sold them in the United Nations gift shop in the 1960s. I’ve always wanted to make my own with Minnesota materials. Your video was very simple and easy to follow with minimal materials. Thank you. 🥰🇺🇦🌻

[@vilian4373]

Hello ladybugs! Efficient work, beautiful result and jokes in the captions = perfection!

[@gabrielleconti]

Excellent! And no bubbles! 😍👏👏👍

[@Drizzle600]

WOW!.. I Really need one of these! But mine needs to say double bogey 👍🏻 🏌️‍♂️

[@CreatewithSqudgeCraft]

Absolutely love this idea. That's the father in law sorted for Christmas! Thanks!

[@patriciadrake4707]

I love the ladybug. 💖🐞

[@G_Silent]

Tiger Woods PGA tour 2000’s? The trophy balls? This diy project reminds me of those trophy balls. Well they can now be brought to life!!!!!

[@craftyfox2774]

Never would have guesed that the edges are so sharp!!🔪

[@resinAce]

Yes, they can be razor sharp! 😎♠

[@ClairesCraftyCorner]

This is so cool !! would totally work with loads of hobbies ay! .. question .. how do you clean out your pippets or syringes ... or clean pots in general ?

[@FunkyFusion-j1c]

Loved the video. When I tried there were bubbles all over the place almost couldn't see the ball. What did I do wrong?

[@Suseka61]

What a brilliant idea - I know some very keen golfers and this will be the perfect gift. Many thanks for your wonderful tutorials... oh, and, love the ladybugs (or as we call them locally 'bishy barnabees' :)

[@resinAce]

I have never heard of bishy barnabees before

[@chriswhite2824]

Very nice work brother 👍

[@PaullaWells]

Too cute! Make sure no lady bugs before you pour. Lol Cracked me up!

[@bobli9037]

Nice video. will you please let me know where I can buy the rubber container?

[@maj9241]

Awesome video. Some great tips, especially regarding the overheating of resin! ⛳️

[@BronthPlaylists]

how amazing its wonderful and the music too

[@chadmichaelmobile4743]

Should I be able to smell the epoxy through my phone?

[@resinAce]

My epoxy is odourless, which is probably why you can't smell it through your phone :)

[@superlazy3355]

That's a great comment imo 👍

[@andreels9639]

Great video thanks did you use casting resin for this thanks

[@mnrmyc]

So cool! if i had any idea on how to use resin or whatever that is i would love to do this to my dad's hole in one ball.

[@RCarlitos]

Greetings very nice, I want to know how many ounces of resin do I need for this job? Thanks a lot

[@jasonwick3257]

Actually a very cool video 😯

[@DeeKlemann]

Oh no! A lady big got trapped in the grass!!! Lol....love it!!!

[@melodiekerns2933]

Hay I was trying to fine out the grass you are using I did fine in door out door wonder if that would work

[@stevewaite446]

Hi, do you do small layers of resin each pour or pour it in one go, many thanks

[@AshleighHanlon]

When you do multiple layers like this, do you cover it while curing? I've had dust and bugs getting in there for a look, but I haven't found an effective way to cover without too much heat building up.

[@resinAce]

Hi, I only cover loosely so the heat can still escape. I do get the occasional fleck of dust or glitter in there sometimes 🤔 I guess all you can do is use a bigger cover, like a cardboard box or something. 😎♠

[@JLo7575]

So simple and efficient 😉 Thanks for sharing, take care

[@aprilskies1051]

This looks great! Thanks for sharing ⛳

[@pinklady-gc2fc]

Hi I'm new to these crafts and want to give it a try. Can 8 ask please why you use a lighter and did you let each pour dy before you added more resin

[@resinAce]

A lighter will pop any surface bubbles. If you pour art resin too deep it will overheat and spoil, so you must cure it in layers. You can get some special resins for deep pour casting, but even then they usually only go up to 2 inches deep.

[@kennethmckay8194]

Hi can you please tell me everything I need to make these and where to get them

[@justsomeone4347]

Can you make a fake hand somewhat in and out of the resin?

[@dollhouseandminiatures4477]

Can I use resin out doors because it's taking a very long time to set outside I'm not allowed to use resin in my house so I do it outside now

[@resinAce]

You can, but epoxy resin does take longer to cure in cooler temperatures. It also does not like moisture or high humidity, which can sometimes cause an unwanted effect on the surface.

[@dollhouseandminiatures4477]

resinAce oh OK. Thank you. I need a garage or a shed

[@NicoleMacintyre52]

Hellooo always nice to see you!! Very nice 💞

[@resinAce]

Thank you my #1 supporter :)

[@NicoleMacintyre52]

resinAce You’re welcome 💞

[@rouflyinthesky6772]

J’adore, comme d’hab c’est super👌🏼fabuleux travail resinAce j’adore toutes tes oeuvres❤️

[@cliffordfair1322]

What color green powder did you use here?

[@BigPlayz]

WHERE DID U GET THE MOLDING TO HOLD IT IN... plz answer

[@bigmik3566]

eBay sell them called cube epoxy resin mold. Made of silicone

[@DaveLynchJazzGuitar]

Great video. Do you sell the things you make? If so, where? Thanks !

[@romanticcrafter]

What a great project...Looks fantastic

[@ruggeri2b]

Magnifique. Bravo 👏👏👏je me suis régalée. 👍👍👍

[@taffythegreat1986]

What’s the flame 🔥 for? Very clever indeed. A little trophy 🏆 fir golfers

[@resinAce]

The flame is to pop the surface bubbles

[@taffythegreat1986]

resinAce cheers👍👍👍

[@giuseppecolombo4701]

Una meraviglia complimenti

[@mehdii9696]

Great job

[@kinmakin2180]

love this channel

[@spiritofMongan]

perfect. I want to make on bigger where the tee shows.

[@erwanlecocq381]

Incredible! I run a golf course and this would be a gorgeous trophy for a hole in oner. I can imagine the player signin his ball before. How long do you need to wait for the resin to cure? Regards

[@resinAce]

Each layer of resin will take a few hours to set firm before you can pour the next, but once the whole thing is finished allow 24 hours before unmoulding

[@ms.chelleg2068]

I have a question please. If I want the effect of a transparent sticker suspended in the paper weight: would I pour one layer, let it dry a enough to provide a surface for the sticker, then pour the remainder? I don't know what happens when you pour 2 inches of new resin on top of 2 inches on partially dried resin.. 🤔

[@resinAce]

Hello, yes, that is what you would do. You need to make sure your resin is suitable for casting to those depths first. This should be mentioned in the technical datasheet for the resin.

[@ms.chelleg2068]

@@resinAceLet's assume I have the cheap stuff (which I do lol) and it doesn't say. Would pouring in half inch increments with a few hours in between be a safer bet? I really appreciate you responded 😊

[@resinAce]

@@ms.chelleg2068 Hi, yes that would be a safer bet but you will get faint witness lines between each layer of resin. These are usually most noticeable when viewed from the side. Just keep an eye on the resin after you pour it and make sure it doesn't get too hot.

[@ms.chelleg2068]

Thanks for all your help!!!

[@rodan4170]

Very nice project. However I just have to say this is the first time I have seen you miss air bubbles as well as not push your dome layer all the way to the edges. So that leads me to ask if after the dome has fully cured is it possible to go back and add a touch more if you missed a spot in the dome without it looking like a patch?

[@resinAce]

Hi, thanks for watching 😎 I filmed this video in a very short space of time, so with 5 individual resin pours I had to speed up the curing in an oven. Whenever you mix resin without vacuum degassing there will always be tiny bubbles, which are barely visible to the naked eye. When you pour the resin into a silicone mould, the static attracts those bubbles to the mould, which is why they're always at the edge. When you put the resin in an oven, the heat expands the bubbles to make them appear larger, which is a negative side-effect of the process. The dome layer did go to the edge, but the edge was a little uneven in places, which is probably what you're noticing. I think the moral of this story is 'don't rush your work' 😎♠️

[@silasleeks2324]

If you didn't use the tee or the grass patch, would the ball suspend in the resin or drop straight to the bottom?

[@resinAce]

Hi, the ball will sink to the bottom. Not many things will suspend in resin without support - they will either float or sink

[@simonac688.]

just beautiful...is it possible to no what brand of Rezin u use ...is it european brand or available in Canada also...thanks great job

[@resinAce]

Thank you :) I am UK-based and use www.resin4art.com brand via their eBay shop ebay.us/LotNI0

[@mokatz7449]

Awesome overall video…what calculator is that?

[@Dermot40]

Do you let each layer set before you add more resin.

[@resinAce]

I did this in 5 layers altogether. As long as the previous layer has firmed up you can go in with the next layer. It doesn't have to cure fully.

[@sadiqulalom9095]

What materials are needed to make these object's Can thi's item be stored in a shop?

[@officialwalldoe6988]

What kind of resin did you for this??

[@RM-ro1zs]

When you say boil in the mold does that mean create bubbles? I mix my resin pretty well, with no bubbles but when I pour the resin in the moldlittle bubble start to form on the mold walls and then I can get rid of them. How do I fix that or prevent that from happening?

[@resinAce]

When bubbles appear from nowhere, that usually means you had tiny micro-bubbles trapped in the resin, which expand and get bigger as the resin heats up as it cures. The static in the silicone mould tends to attract them, which is why they always appear on the mould walls. They are difficult to deal with without a pressure tank. If you spot them while the resin is still fluid, you can dislodge them with a toothpick and pop them with a flame when they reach the surface.

[@gsambolin]

I have something I want to resin in that exact shape but don't have the skills to do so. Do you provide this service for a fee ?

[@jackie8258]

Co ton za substancja do zalewania ??

[@robrayner5681]

Great video! I seem to be getting visible lines between my layers. What can I do to prevent this? Am I letting the layers cure too much before adding the next layer?

[@riley.holmes]

That's sick!

[@lisawebb7176]

I find it fascinating watching your up loads, if only I could do things like this, love your channel :)

[@halleyelec]

Hi ResinAce. I've recently been watching your videos and purchased a few items to get me started but I wanted to ask about the poor depth. The instructions on my epoxy state maximum depth of 10mm.....I know they vary from product to product but I wanted to ask how often do you think I could pour another layer based on 10mm depth of a internal 65mm x 65mm cube like in your video. Hope you can help!

[@resinAce]

Hi, my usual epoxy art resin also has a maximum pour depth of 10mm, which is why I do the larger cubes in layers. You just need to wait until the previous layer has firmed up, which could take a few hours depending on room temperature. Just be aware that when you pour in layers you will always get faint witness lines between the layers, which are most noticeable when viewed from the side.

[@halleyelec]

@@resinAce Thanks. I really appreciate your reply. I'll keep watching as well, I'm loving your videos 👍👍

[@abalrog42]

Is the lighter used to get rid of any air pockets?

[@resinAce]

The lighter will pop any surface bubbles

[@creativespacewithfalak2108]

How much quantity of resin is used

[@amandaquintal1288]

How long do you wait in between layers?

[@LiveHaleywood]

Hey I’m a fellow artist and I was wondering what brand of resin do you use??? I use the ArtResin epoxy kit brand but that resin tends to bubble up a lot.

[@resinAce]

Hi there, I use www.resin4art.com brand. I did a mixing video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rISYnZSaorCSnLc This resin is generally better suited to smaller projects and shallow pours. If you do a deep pour like this one, you must do it in layers. 😎♠

[@TurkeyCreekjackjohnson_]

Extremely cool

[@mickspsmith]

Do you mix green mica to every mix of resin?

[@resinAce]

Only the first pour on the bottom. I was using green plastic pots in this video 😊♠

[@jeffselano2300]

I'm curious where you got the mold? Keep up the great work

[@resinAce]

Thanks :) I bought mine from this link on ebay ebay.us/205kI2 but if you search 'resin cube mould' you'll find other listings.

[@RacoonAndres]

how long do you wait between layers to avoid the transition line?

[@resinAce]

There is no way to avoid a transition line between layers of resin. You would need to do it in a single pour with a deep pour casting resin.

[@resinhandmadecrafting1815]

how much whiet after u finished it ??

[@blackberrybunny]

You are so amazing! Do you ever have mishaps? And why not dome while its in the mold-- wouldn't that be better so any errant resin will not slide down the side? I am afraid i'd put too much and it would run down and ruin everything. LOVE the comment about making sure there are no ladybugs in the grass, and then you put a little bug in there anyways. So sweet!! I love you, ResinAce!! I'm watching one of your videos per night. :-)

[@resinAce]

Hi, thanks for the great comment. Yes, I have mishaps, I once posted a fail video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpevoqiia6aghac but then unlisted it because it performed badly 😢 If you dome in the mould, the static in the silicone can attract the resin and cause it to breach the edge. As long as you don't exceed 2mm deep the resin shouldn't overflow. I hope you enjoy the rest of my videos 😎♠

[@cranium33333]

Hopefully I’ll need to make one of these soon!🙏🏻

[@resinAce]

Good luck! 😎♠

[@nikkiscott3634]

Hi ResinAce! Omg! Had to sub! What an awesome job. I see no bubbles. I would love to do what you do, but am scared my projects would have bubbles all over🙂🌷👍

[@gshufelt09]

Rita Scott thats what the heat is for... gets the bubbles out

[@aiintelintel121]

how do i make a similar paperweight with a life size tennis ball? grass court, wimbledon.

[@resinAce]

That would be difficult. The fuzzy exterior would be a haven for trapped air bubbles, so to deal with those you would need a pressure pot. But then you would need to fill the tennis ball with something to displace the air inside.

[@waluigicollectorofsouls2298]

This looks so nice i whant one

[@DAKtheKING]

This video resonates with me.

[@tuyenvo86]

this is cool...now i just need to go hit a hole in one 😑😅

[@Calm_Tranquillity]

Does anyone know if you can put epoxy resin directly into the moulds, without first spraying some sort of anti sticking spray inside?

[@resinAce]

Resin will generally release from a silicone mould without a release agent. I never use a release agent with silicone moulds and never had a problem. Just don't use alcohol to clean the mould because alcohol breaks the surface tension of the silicone and then the resin will adhere to it.

[@MegaGrownFolks]

Sooooo beautiful

[@Ma.hiraah]

Hello, this is amazing! I am wanting to try my best to make this! I am still new to using resin. I wanted to ask, in your text below your video you had mentioned that we should fill the mould in several layers to avoid an uncontrolled exothermic reaction where it would cause to overheat/boil. Is this including the room temperature? Also how do you cure the mould? Do you put it through a UV cured light? And also how long do you need to cure the mould before putting another layer on. Please help out. Sorry if these questions are silly >.

[@resinAce]

Hi, thanks for watching. Every brand of epoxy resin is different, so you need to read the specifications for your own resin to know how much you can safely pour in one go. My resin is better suited to shallow pours, which take a few hours to gel at room temperature before doing another pour on top. The finished cube is left to cure for 24 hours before unmoulding. UV light is not required for standard epoxy resin to cure.

[@vonniescrafts1]

This is amazing I really love this and I have this mould thank you for the video xx

[@sweetsuneil]

How much time epoxy resin had taken to cure?

[@MrRottweiler72]

Question, what's with the lighter? I'm curious.

[@resinAce]

A quick blast with a lighter flame will pop any bubbles on the surface of epoxy resin

[@number1beastielover]

That was amazing! I wish I could give you 1000 likes.

[@kurta60000]

I know it depends on resin but how long did this take you? You know between curing times and pours. Thanks it was a great video.

[@hyer339]

Simple question, did you make the mold or is there a place to get a basic cube mold like you used?

[@resinAce]

I buy my cube moulds from this link on eBay ebay.us/205kI2

[@DArcosGaming]

So the ladybug was unintentional? Made a good touch. Might use fake ones. Love your videos, Ace. I have started using techniques i have seem in your videos for my pours.

[@resinAce]

No ladybugs were harmed during the making of this video ;)

[@jocelynngarcia7192]

How long do you wait before adding in a new layer of epoxy resin ?

[@resinAce]

Hi, it just needs to firm up enough to support the next layer, which isn't a full cure. The time depends on your brand of resin and ambient room temperature. If it's warmer it will cure faster.

[@lisathomas8916]

Very nice! ❤️

[@resinAce]

Thank you 😎♠

[@niquil454]

WHAT KIND OF RESIN YOU USING THANK YOU

[@steviemcclintock155]

Awesome job....... can i ask what resin you use?

[@resinAce]

Thank you, I use www.resin4art.com brand, which is better suited to smaller projects and shallow pours. Larger projects like this one need to be poured in layers. 😎♠

[@steviemcclintock155]

@@resinAce Thankyou, keep up the great work 👍👌