How to mix epoxy correctly with little to NO bubbles

[@jacquelinemcclarn9258]

Thank you for being so detailed! This is exactly what i’ve been missing in other KZbin videos. I like that you didn’t do all the silliness and acting crazy and you were just straight to the point. That helps out so much to be really serious and understand that people are following you and what you’re doing.

[@Iluvphotos04]

I have watched a lot of videos on the best way to get bubbles out. This video is by far the best one! I messed up a few tumblers before this video. With the help of this video I have successfully made custom tumblers! Thank you so much!!

[@ChelleBear7]

You are Godsend I wanted to make some custom tumblers for my friends and I came across your channel and never looked back I love the way you teach you make us feel like we can do it and not make us feel stupid because of the lack of know how so thank you so much

[@jameshineman3502]

Thanks! This is the video I been looking for.

[@marvamclaughlin861]

Thank you so much. I’m very new to this tumbler making ! Really appreciate your time to share with beginners!!

[@melirn7280]

Awesome tutorial. Very thorough. Thank you.

[@startrek6050]

By the way. You are So detailed. Perfect. I'm all in, especially without alot of rambling like most videos. Thank you.

[@absinthegrl69]

Thank you for explaining the need for protective gear and proper ventilation before your tutorial. I'm very interested in trying this, and have been watching a lot of videos and how tos, you are one of a very few who even mention respiratory mask and dangers of skin contact etc.

[@leonegarmon1698]

I really enjoyed your watching and listening to your video while I am working on my jewelry creations. Thank you!

[@LDMNetwork]

Great video, finally someone taking their time to explain. Thank you

[@irenerhynes6732]

Thank you so much, very enlightening.

[@rubydragonjd1]

I purchased a heat gun for helping get rid of bubbles, however I'm nervous to use it. Thank you for this epic advice, I am going to try using the heat gun, after the resin has been fully mixed. Do you recommend the higher or lower setting on the heat gun? Sorry if this was mentioned already in the video, if so I missed that part. Thank you! This is a huge help :)

[@janemcclure4029]

Do you have a video showing how to put a decal on your epoxy tumbler?

[@maidenmokena]

Can you initially measure part a and part b into the same cup and then mix them in that very cup? I understand the separate cups are to ensure mixing thoroughly. I have been mixing mine this way and have not had any issues with my epoxy curing.

[@sarafulmas8060]

Thank you for the tips! I haven't made a cup yet, I'm kinda nervous to open my epoxy bottles and get started. Thank you again!

[@marlamakley2373]

Thanks for clearly doing this.

[@nightpanther855]

So if you do have to strip a tumbler how do you strip it? Could not find any videos on that subject. Do you have one or would help if had information on how to strip a tumbler. I do love your work !

[@MissKissKreations]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/baWqmGmdjMuAkKs

[@ashleymayers95]

if you dont have a heat gun can you use an blow dryer

[@digitaldarkroom07]

Why not use reusable silicone cups and stir sticks?

[@christinacarrasco7080]

Thank you! I’m going to try your method tonight! 😘

[@edwinaburnett7555]

Which epoxy do you prefer that produces less bubbles. You recommend two. Of the two, does one produce less bubbles.

[@MissKissKreations]

www.alumilite.com?aff=75

[@ruslanidzodzuashvili5048]

Hi how do you clean your cups after using it before next pour?

[@purplementhol3388]

I watched many videos. It's better to use thin plastic or silicones. Just wait till it cured/dry, put like toothpicks or anything you use to stir your Resin. once it cured, squeeze it & take the toothpicks carefully, you can clean other sides around. If there's still small parts, you can use a tape, press it, and open it. It's also like that for molds, clean all things including molds with water & like soap, to clean the small things like glitter or dust or any powder.

[@bigtimetorifan]

I do resin on wood cradles and struggled w/ bubbles No matter what brand or how careful I was with stirring and pouring. And then I saw a video that talks about misting with rubbing alcohol. I use 70% in a fine mister and spray pretty much one pump about a foot above my piece and it works beautifully to pop the bubbles and not affect end results.

[@nickfatsis9607]

A bit of advice, don't use a wooden stirer, it's porous, it could introduce micro bubbles, use a non porous, wide stirer like plastic, you can also sit the mixed resin in a tub of warm water to lower the viscosity of the resin, most of the bubbles will float to the surface, you can then easily pop them with IPA or a small flame.

[@MissKissKreations]

Since this video, I’ve placed my epoxy on a wax warmer. It’s great!

[@marlamakley2373]

Can u add glitter at this point before you put on add to tumbler?

[@startrek6050]

When applying epoxy to tumbler, can you use the heat gun on the easy marble?

[@MissKissKreations]

Sure can. Always add little heat. You can always add more

[@michaelcummings6178]

VOC volitile organic compond - noxious fumes mostly with polyvinal resin ! Always look for VOC labels !

[@Steviecyanide444]

What is a safe temperature for your heat gun? Great video btw! Very informative and very detailed

[@MissKissKreations]

I now use a heat gun from CCDIY. Counter culture. It has two setting on the gun. High and low. Made for epoxy.

[@swtmelly]

What do you think about purchasing from Joannes/Michaels etc?

[@MissKissKreations]

I wouldn’t recommend it. I have heard it doesn’t cure properly

[@Mrs.88m]

Do you reuse the measuring cups? Or is it a one time use only?

[@cassandrasmith5005]

The box says you can clean them with rubbing alcohol after use to clean.

[@rosiecarlo5242]

Im starting out and im following these steps but for some reason i get a gazillion micro bubbles everytime. Tried letting epoxy sit for a couple minutes but that was complete failure because my epoxy set up and i couldnt use it on my tumbler. Any advice from anyone would be welcome im using the little lee and rose fda safe epoxy in case anyone wondering

[@cookiethomas8069]

Im having the same issues

[@emmibby86]

Definitely trying this. When I mix the epoxy it’s FULL of bubbles. I was thinking it’s because of how cold it’s been here in Florida lately 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@rachelcoward2163]

Try mixing it slower. I mix mine slow for about 3 minutes or until clear and it looks good.

[@myfamilyallgrownup16]

So the epoxy mixture just made, will that be enough for one tumbler? Do you only use one layer of epoxy? Oh is food safe? I am so sorry for all the questions I want to try to make a tumbler so yes very new to this technique.

[@MissKissKreations]

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[@MissKissKreations]

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[@MissKissKreations]

I posted yep links that will help you out with your questions. 😊

[@nuritgranot6796]

I have a question - I'm new to the field: why when I mix 1: 1 from both bottles it does not look clear. Is it like milk? Thanks for your response

[@MissKissKreations]

Make sure you are mixing for the recommended time. Keep mixing into the epoxy turns clear. It looks foggy at first, then clears up

[@yolandaproctor9605]

Are you using Amazing Clear Cast Plus and can you use it on painted glass?

[@BC5436]

Are you clear a and b cups reusable? Or do you use new ones every time?

[@ashleymayers95]

I got air bubbles all over my ceramic mug from the epoxy how can I fix this?

[@tinashepard1176]

You said that you have had that one epoxy that you use just for videos for about a year! I thought that it goes bad after 6 months of opening it and 1 year unopened. I am having a lot of problems with alumilite right now.

[@aerodrone2376]

Nitrile for sure. The mask is needed as well. Proper PPE for Nonylphenol which is the main ingredient of resins.

[@angievaughn4922]

Thank you for sharing! Would you mind posting a link to the respirator you purchased from Amazon? Thanks

[@kathrynnsteele7662]

Thank you SO MUCH for this tutorial! I've had the supplies to do tumblers, but I've been a bit hesitant because I wasn't sure if what I had in mind for ventilation while working with the chemical was good enough. It matches yours. Q: About ventilation, after you apply it to the tumbler, do you keep the windows open and the fans going or is that only while mixing and applying? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

[@heathermckee4853]

Thank you for posting this video. I am also new to this and my first cup didn't turn out very well. The epoxy cured to fast and I could not thin it out. I am going to try this kind of epoxy. How long do I have to work with this epoxy before it starts to set up? Thanks again

[@purplementhol3388]

Hi, sorry to interrupt. Brands of Resin have different amounts of A & B. Mine is 2:1 for A:B. Her is 1:1. There's also 70% & 30%, 50-50, and many more. There should be instructions. Be careful to not too add too much of any of them or add less. I experimented once, and nothing saved. Also to choose Acrylic paint, be careful because mine is failed. The acrylic paint make my resin hardened too fast like in 3 minutes? And so hot, in just less than 1 minute, my resin became like a glue and very hot although I use toothpicks. I suggest Glitter, Mica Powder (or like eyeshadow powder for makeups), Alcohol Inks (just one dot or use toothpicks), usually people also just search "Resin Pigments", Chalk (scratch it into a powder with example razor blade). There are also good Nail Polish & Food Colouring that works for resin but not every brand/type. To mix any of the colourings, add small amount first till match your taste. Like for Mica Powder, I only add a very small amount and the colour already shown well. As for Inks & Acrylics, use toothpicks. To create Resin with Inks (like Coaster) it's so much fun & natural, but don't add to much Inks especially White unless you wanted to colour it with White.

[@MileyonDisney]

Wood sticks cause microbubbles. After you mix some resin, let a wood stick sit in it for 5 minutes and watch all the bubbles that come out of it. Resin yellowing over time is not about how well it's mixed, but how it is treated for UV.

[@Jlbrowneyes]

Are "fish eyes" a result of not mixing properly or not using enough epoxy? I mix for a minimum of 5 minutes and after an hour or so after spinning, they develop. Any help would be appreciated!!

[@MissKissKreations]

it is causes of many things. you may not have prepped your tumbler properly. check out my video on how to prep a tumbler

[@briannawimmer5096]

Can you overly mix epoxy? I’m about to do my first epoxy coat on a tumbler and I’m so nervous!

[@purplementhol3388]

Hi.. sorry to interrupt.. I think you can't overly mix. I did an experiment like that once as a rookie for Resin & it's failed.

[@purplementhol3388]

Too add my reply as you're new. Brands of Resin have different amounts of A & B. Mine is 2:1 for A:B. Her is 1:1. There's also 70% & 30%, 50-50, and many more. There should be instructions. Be careful to not too add too much of any of them or add less. I experimented once, and nothing saved. Also to choose Acrylic paint, be careful because mine is failed. The acrylic paint make my resin hardened too fast like in 3 minutes? And so hot, in just less than 1 minute, my resin became like a glue and very hot although I use toothpicks. I suggest Glitter, Mica Powder (or like eyeshadow powder for makeups), Alcohol Inks (just one dot or use toothpicks), usually people also just search "Resin Pigments", Chalk (scratch it into a powder with example razor blade). There are also good Nail Polish & Food Colouring that works for resin but not every brand/type. To mix any of the colourings, add small amount first till match your taste. Like for Mica Powder, I only add a very small amount and the colour already shown well. As for Inks & Acrylics, use toothpicks. To create Resin with Inks (like Coaster) it's so much fun & natural, but don't add to much Inks especially White unless you wanted to colour it with White.

[@kimcronic1800]

I weigh mine. Same brand. Works fine.

[@MissKissKreations]

Awesome

[@bfffl13]

Where did you get the tops for your bottles?

[@batgirl1119]

whats the ratio of the amount of the epoxy needed vs the size of the tumble if im making alcohol ink tumber?

[@fatimaarcaro8979]

So we do not clean our tumblers after each glitter or epoxy right? Especially with alcohol rub right? Oops

[@devil3372]

can uv light be used to break the bubbles?

[@mickenzieschoeppner9134]

How much epoxy should you use for a 20oz tumbler? Thanks!

[@Michelle-os8xz]

Mickenzie Schoeppner I usually do 10ml total

[@bobbiejostepanek2726]

@@Michelle-os8xz Per layer?

[@klarissaalfaro125]

How did you get the spouts to pour the epoxy ?

[@kaileff110]

Where do you get the squeeze topper for the epoxy?

[@laueliza305]

Is your heat gun a 300 heat or a 500 heat?

[@dionasanders1504]

How long should you mix? Approximately 3-5 minutes, or just until the epoxy is completely clear?

[@Christine-rx8di]

I always warm my epoxy with the heat gun s well to get rid of bubbles. :) works awesome

[@ivonepereira4806]

If you don't have a torch what could you use? Thanks

[@nickfatsis9607]

@@ivonepereira4806 you can spray IPA onto it, that will pop them, or you can buy a small welding torch, the flame from that will pop them.

[@brianaadams8432]

I am struggling so bad with epoxy 😭 I use the same epoxy as you and I have sooo many bubbles on my cups. My house is 70 degrees. I pour equally. I pour the thicker one on top of the thinner, stir for 3 mins, hit with a heat gun for 5 seconds, then let it sit for about 5 mins. I don't understand what I am doing wrong. I'm hoping you can help me! A big please and thank you ❤️

[@MissKissKreations]

Hey there and it’s okay! I’ve struggled with epoxy. And to be honest, maybe switch your epoxy. I absolutely love this brand, but sometimes it doesn’t work for other people. This is how Al brands of epoxy are. One person will say they love it and the next will hate.

[@thudao6454]

I'm using this Amazing Clear cast epoxy, too many microbubbles after mix can you tell me why. Thank you

[@TheDudeIndiana03]

Use a heat gun to get the bubbles out :)

[@cynthiacarr3294]

Thank you for sharing great tips😁💯‼

[@Chardok2]

I'm sorry - I'm flooding this video with questions as they pop into my head....With the heat gun in the Dixie® cup - won't it melt the wax coating on the inside of the cup and contaminate the epoxy?

[@MissKissKreations]

No it doesn’t. Just little heat won’t ruin the cup. Which is why I don’t use plastic cups. I’ve melted them before. Haha

[@angelapeck9692]

I followed your instructions and I also use the same epoxy. I still have bubbles. Also use the heat gun.

[@MissKissKreations]

practice makes perfect. Try using a space heater when your tumblers are turning. This helps thin the epoxy I keep it about a foot away sometimes when it is really cold outside

[@juannybarraa9356]

Once i spray painted my tumbler, no glitter, do i add epoxy then decals n then another coat of epoxy?

[@briannawimmer5096]

Yes

[@meditation6259]

Is there such a thing as over mixing and ruining the epoxy? Probably a dumb question but I'm brand new to this and find all your tutorials very informative. Tfs🤗

[@MissKissKreations]

There is such thing as ruining epoxy. As for over mixing, yes, in a way. Once your epoxy is mixed correctly and evenly, that’s when it will start to cure or dry, you don’t want to mix your epoxy for 20 mins, you’ll then find it thickening up, making it harder to work with.

[@meditation6259]

Thanks!😉

[@priscillamolina6272]

Hey! I’m new to making cups, so I’ve been watching a lot of your videos lately. They’re so informative & you always make such beautiful cups! I finally did my first cup & with each layer of epoxy I placed, I kept getting bubbles. The second time I put epoxy, I stirred it slower & hit it with the heat gun before and after placing it on my cup. What else can I do to stop that? I didn’t have bubbles until right before I added heat to it. Thanks for your help in advance! 💗

[@MissKissKreations]

Try putting your temp higher in your house or use a small space heater. I know this helps me tremendously. Keep the space heater in while you’re epoxying the tumbler and while it is turning for 4-5 hours. This helps pop any bubbles and smooth the epoxy out

[@priscillamolina6272]

Miss Kiss Kreations Thank you so much! I appreciate it.

[@aracelivalencia7282]

Will a blow dryer work the same? Lol asking for a friend

[@cassandrasmith5005]

If my glitter starts to smear with the epoxy, did I not let the glitter dry long enough?

[@rachelcoward2163]

Yes. The glitter was not dry.

[@pythonkatie1985]

Oh I wish I would've watched this last week. I used a sphere mold so I couldn't really use a torch but I mixed it as quickly as I could so it was just a million bubbles. Thankfully it ended up looking cool but I don't want that in the future.

[@amypennington5216]

Is epoxy and resin the same thing?

[@MissKissKreations]

Yes 😊

[@amypennington5216]

@@MissKissKreations thank you 😊

[@ashleydunton7477]

I just did a cup last night a mixed my epoxy for awhile but maybe not the whole 3 minutes but my cup took 24 hours to dry. It is dry now and looks fine but did I do it wrong? I also hit my epoxy with the heat gun. It should only take 6 hours for it to fully dry?

[@MissKissKreations]

Not necessarily true. You May have just put a thicker coat of epoxy on. My tumblers typically take 8-12 hours to completely dry or cure

[@danielleguyer2911]

What kind of resin was used from the site linked in the description

[@traceycrawford9938]

For protection you need to use Nitrile gloves, not latex (epoxy eats through latex) and you need an ‘Organic Vapour’ respirator mask PLUS eye protection (you don’t want to lose your eye sight from epoxy vapours)!

[@MissKissKreations]

Okay.

[@amberbohnow4592]

just started making tumblers. They seem to be wavy and bumpy. Help!!!!!

[@bobbiejostepanek2726]

Mine too! I am in the process of doing my first glitter tumbler and it has dried wavy. I cant find a good tutorial on how to avoid this. I keep sanding it but it is taking so long to get it smooth I feel like my arm is going to fall off. Have you fingered anything out on to prevent or more easily fix the problem?

[@MissKissKreations]

Make sure you have a steady hand while applying the epoxy and make sure your tumbler is parallel to table. If it is not, it will be wavy

[@MissKissKreations]

Your tumbler is turning straight. Buy inserts in SpencersCreations5 This has helped

[@samlovece]

How do I know exactly how much epoxy to use? Say on a wine tumbler.

[@rachelcoward2163]

Its really an estimate. For a wine tumbler i would probably do 15ML total. So 7.5ml of parts A and B

[@VirgoRain9804]

Thank you for sharing

[@ItsMeTrish]

Repeated exposure of inhaling epoxy can cause respiratory issues and even cancer...be safe!

[@jamesharrier6633]

Hobby Lobby has the Amazing product

[@fatimaarcaro8979]

Thank you so much xx

[@malvarez9325]

My eproxy won't turn clear. What am I doing wrong? :(

[@MissKissKreations]

What type of epoxy are you using?

[@malvarez9325]

@@MissKissKreations I'm using the amazing clear cast. The second try worked better. Maybe i stirred too fast? But my first time it stayed foggy white. Sorry, I'm new at this but I love your videos!

[@letiesolis]

How come sometimes it turns yellow?

[@MissKissKreations]

If it isn’t mixed correctly

[@evielucas5847]

thank you for the tips. I've made about 6 cups so far...

[@viridianalife4973]

i got my and amazon .. it says the same name

[@enricolambrusco2449]

Popsicle sticks are porous and release bubbles as you’re mixing. I never use them.

[@MissKissKreations]

What works for others, may not work for others. Glad you found what works for you! 🥰

[@Des4purpose]

Thank you 🎨

[@nicodemusandkaylynnvandena2848]

You should not use a wooden stir stick, they trap air bubbles, try a metal skewer like a kabob.

[@nickfatsis9607]

Too thin, you need something wider.

[@mimilynn6997]

Sometimes my epoxy is cloudy. I did a black cup and it had cloudy spots all through it

[@rachelcoward2163]

It wasn't mixed enough. When your mixing your epoxy you want to mix til its clear, you don't want it cloudy

[@kristinebryant3221]

I buy my nitrile gloves on amazon and they are great and are much cheaper.

[@Luxinda]

Thanks!!

[@NinaM86]

Very educational thank you

[@joygarrison450]

Love your shirt!!!

[@tamikka09]

Great video tfs new subbie 😊

[@MissKissKreations]

Tamikka09 thank you!!

[@tallulahmartin5834]

mine has been sitting longer than 24 to 48 hours

[@MissKissKreations]

That’s no problem. I sometimes don’t decal my tumblers for a week

[@tallulahmartin5834]

@@MissKissKreations i dont do tumblers im just starting out with resin and my geode coaster and my trinket box have not cured

[@mountainviewturning5319]

Great tip have to try it next time

[@kimberlysmith6274]

Actually.... ALL epoxy yellows over time. Depending on manufacturer and ingredients determines how long it will take before it yellows.

[@MissKissKreations]

Not when mixed properly.

[@sll-tt6bj]

Makes no sense to pour mixed epoxy in another cup

[@MissKissKreations]

Thank you 😊

[@Chardok2]

"Dries like Cement..." The accent on the "Ce" made me think you were going in a *very* different direction (Because I have not matured since age 12.)

[@MissKissKreations]

Lol

[@Chardok2]

*Places Lol joking* on the screen when mentioning glitter addiction......(Knows lol joking is a lie) IT'S OKAY, Girl! We all got our things! ;) My wife "DEFINITELY" "doesn't" spend a ridiculous amount of money on deco mesh every month!

[@ShaRo430]

I think about how it affects us, if we don't use protective gear, so in the back of my mind I say is this good for my client😩..... just a thought I always have.......hey im a newbie I only made 3 cups so far....lol

[@MissKissKreations]

I see your concerns and no, this won’t affect your clients because when you give your finished product to your clients, your epoxy will be cured and dry. Epoxy gives off bad fumes and may irritate the skin while still wet and not cured. The Amazing clear cast that I use is FDA approved and there are many more out there that are as well. Please read more information regarding FDA specs before purchasing epoxy!