How to Polish Resin for Jewelry and more - little-windows.com

[@vynedvyne59]

7 years and still valuable content fresh as today ❤ Thanks

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Aww thanks! So glad you're a fan :) - Fran

[@LisaVornhagen]

I was glad to see the part where you used a paint brush to apply the resin. I've been wondering if it could be done and how to clean the brush afterwards. Thank you!

[@violetobsessed]

Cannot thank you enough for this tip! Using Flitz really changed my game & now I am no longer discouraged with my craft!! Thank you so much!!

[@SarahAbramova]

I deeply appreciate the scratches demonstration! Thank you!

[@rt2wshp]

Thank You!!!! I don’t have to throw my project out! Although I was trying to cut corners… trying it with paper towel & got a small result, I tried it with a disposable handywipe, again small result, I tried it again with a plain cotton cloth still small results 🤔 I finally remembered you were using a microfiber cloth, that made ALL the difference 🤩

[@kimhuff]

As always, another great Little Windows video. I can't tell you how excited I get every time my KZbin tells me I have another video by you. Thank you so much!!!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Oh how I love you Miss Huff! Thanks for being you :) - Fran

[@sharleneplescia6119]

Fantastic video tutorials. You stick with the subject and get the job done as well as include all necessary and alternative steps. So many tutorials out there for a variety of subject focus too much on the 'glitzy look at me more than the process' ....so annoying when you are trying to learn something. Thank you for your professionalism! I will be ordering your high quality products so my first attempts can be amazing! Thank you again! Sharlene from SYS

[@MirinJawBrah]

Amazing product. Just ordered the polish which gives the resin an incredible shine, much better than the novus 2 scratch remover.

[@CelebrateCreations]

I am a polymer clay & seed bead artist but your tutorial on resin are fascinating and I may have to start a new hobby great tutorial 👍

[@emilyhess3065]

Thank you! I just ordered this product for my teenage daughter who is loving making all things resin! ❤

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Wonderful! Please let her know about our resin project library, and that I'm here to help if she gets stuck along the way. www.little-windows.com/pages/new-project-ideas-and-how-tos [e-mail]

[@amandaortiz8985]

I am SO HAPPY you made this video!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH for making my life less stressful. 🥰🤗🙏🏻

[@connirhoden7895]

You are a wonderful teacher thank you I am learning a lot

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello @connirhoden7895, I'm so glad you're loving my videos! You'll find lots more resin tips in my IDEAS+HOW-TO's library, have a look: www.little-windows.com/pages/how-tos Let me know if I can be of help in any way :) [e-mail]

[@sassybury7422]

Thank you SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO. I just bought this product. Saved me hours of having to sand

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Glad I could help!

[@jijabaidharade461]

It is very good for the guidelines. Thanks a lot 🙏. GOD bless.

[@nancyjones7257]

Thank you. This is EXACTLY what I was looking for!

[@bobriart]

I love your videos, and also supplies from your store. I respect your high quality work. Thank you so much for inspiration and helping

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Thanks for your feedback, I'm so glad you're loving little-windows.com!

[@josoz973]

Thank you so much ❣️ just bought some. I have a very very precious resin ring with my dad's ashes in that has minor scratches, I didn't want to send it to the jeweller so have been looking for something safe xx

[@marysnipes4972]

Thank you. Enjoyed your tutorial.

[@lilithcal]

Jewelers’ rouge also does a good job of polishing.

[@texasgigi3684]

This was a very helpful video!

[@ThisOLmaan]

was going to buy flitz polish at Amazon till you mentioned it on ur video, also if i'd known I would of bought the Bubble leveler, I also bought one at Amazon, but ur shop ships mighty fast, ty.

[@user-wp9vf8kx1h]

Thank u sooo much for ur Great Tutorials !!!! Love the way u explain with demo👍🏾.

[@momvarden]

I am new to resin thank you for this video!

[@craftersepoxy8884]

love this , perfect for a gift

[@ricissimaswelt4677]

Your videos are always so helpful. Thanks for sharing.

[@catrinelsabaciag9495]

Thanks so much the coating with resin idea saved the day!

[@lnc-to4ku]

Thank you SO much for sharing this information!! 💗

[@krrinam4266]

Thank hou very much! I ordered some Flitz! Hopefully the clouds will flitz away from the resin.

[@ColYo-wr5ll]

My husband passed on a few years ago and I was sitting by my jewelry box just devastated today thinking about the fact that most of our resin jewelry pieces have become so scratched or dulled that they no longer have any brilliance. I was thinking of the fact that I'll never see him make a new piece again when this video came across my timeline and gave me SO much hope! I'm going to order your entire set and for the first time in years, start crafting again! It makes me so happy to know that I can still get our old pieces to look ALMOST good as new. However, I'm assuming that if the piece was cured poorly and is too soft, it won't have as much of an effect? Thanks in advance and I love your videos!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Oh I'm so glad I could help! Please let me know how your polishing turns out. Know that you really have to put all the pressure you can so it doesn't take forever to do each one. And yes, if your piece is soft it may not work as well, but you can always try putting it in your freezer for a while, then polishing it right away. Worth a try! Very best wishes, [e-mail]

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Thank you so much for this video found it very helpful! Subscribed to your Channel... Liz 😊

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Wonderful! Have lots of fun creating, and let me know if I can be of help along the way :) [e-mail]

[@elizabethvallely4044]

@@LittleWindowsResin Thank you so much! 😊

[@Mixing-It-Up-with-Gigi]

Very helpful! Thank you!

[@lakeshas1421]

Thank you so much for this video!!!! 💛💛💛

[@OrangeTabbyCat]

I absolutely love the effect on the heart to have one dull side and one shiny.,

[@LittleWindowsResin]

So glad you like that effect!! Keep creating :)

[@nitagill3227]

Very well done and informative video. I'll be trying out both methods. Thanks!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Thank you Nita! Please let me know what works best for you :)

[@sweetspike16]

love this ! this could really help shorten the time in making our pieces!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Thanks! I'd love to hear how these techniques help you in future, any feedback is welcome :)

[@livvylou755]

What kind of resin are you using? Keen to know if this free pouring method would work with Polyester. Thanks!

[@adrianaariza-jones3694]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!. They are very informative and you are very good at it

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Thanks so much Pily!!! I love to share new discoveries and hope to take some of the pain of trial-and-error away from your process, so you can simply create! Very best wishes :) - Fran

[@sirdrakey]

I love Flitz it's a great polish!

[@sarahdermody6665]

This has been so helpful, thank you!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

You're so welcome!

[@jennytausendfreund4607]

Very well explained! I‘m still learning working with resin and this helped me a lot! Thank you!

[@saidalimam7201]

Hi Jenny, Have you tried it? Looking forward to your feedback!

[@tammyrenkowic2017]

Clear nail polish works great too, easy, brush on and let dry

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hi Tammy! Just following up, I've always found that clear nailpolish turns yellow pretty quick, have you found a brand that holds up over time? Thanks for your feedback :)

[@tammyrenkowic2017]

@@LittleWindowsResin I've found that opi holds up pretty well over time

[@LittleWindowsResin]

@@tammyrenkowic2017 Thanks Tammy!

[@Elagydaorb]

Love your video very informative for those with MCS/Allergies tfs blessings.

[@orene7594]

Thank you for a very useful video!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KiKiJahDore]

This was really helpful. I just bought some resin molds so i'm waiting for them to be shipped and I am not sure if they will produce shiny pieces like my silicone molds do. I just normally use the method that you showed in the second part of the video with mixing more resin. The polish would definitely save me using more product. Oh and GREAT tip about the nail polish remover, I'm always trying to think of ways to save money.

[@sehunlimitedsonyahoward1165]

Thank for doing this

[@AlexanderChilds]

Good suggestions. You can also just bypass all that and get water and micromesh.

[@ArijanaLukic]

Can micromesh work on pieces of resin that have details? I make little robots that are made with matte molds so now I want to bring the shine back..Thanks!

[@Nana-cd6iz]

This is a godsend

[@viridislucent6535]

I just want to say I bought that polish, and it totally had the opposite effect of shining my resin pieces- it left a dull cloudy finish that essentially seems to have ruined my jewelry. It looks awful; I don't know why- it's the exac same one recommended here. it didn't work for me, so I thought I should warn others of that.

[@LittleWindowsResin]

I'm sorry you had that experience, if you are interested in emailing a photo or two to [e-mail], I'll be happy to help you troubleshoot.

[@halloween2010blue16]

It was the same with me, I've tried it 10 different times with different techniques and it always gives me a cloudy look with a weird residue feeling on the pieces

[@rt2wshp]

You MUST use the Microfiber Cloth! I was trying it with paper towel & got a small result, I tried it with a disposable handywipe, again small result, I tried it again with a plain cotton cloth still small results 🤔 I finally remembered she was using a microfiber cloth, that made ALL the difference 🤩

[@Barbs_Collectibles]

Great info

[@trinasmith1536]

Wow thank you! This was very very helpful!😊

[@LittleWindowsResin]

You're so welcome!

[@vickislominski7618]

Outstanding tutorIal! I loaded up my cart then realized ... I use UV resin. I've seen the comments and I will give the polish a go. Now the question is...will your clear moulds work with UV resin? TIA

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hi Vicki! Yes our clear molds work great with UV resin, but you'll have test out the polish as its performance will be based on the material you're polishing. Thanks for asking :)

[@pavlospavlidis1907]

Nice work there. 😍loved the crafts we can see in the beginning of the video !!!!! That's a great product for polishing . But for us who live in Europe and we cannot find this product? Maybe you have a tip for for polishing some foggy items? 🙏🏼thanks

[@michelemarie111]

Great video, thank you for the tips! Heading to your website to order some supplies now!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Thanks Michele! Have lots of fun and let me know if I can help in any way :) - Fran

[@michelemarie111]

Thank you Fran!

[@1tinac]

Thank you! thank you! This is very helpful.

[@grrrrrutah]

Just curious if you can use these methods on large flat crystals in costume jewelry, to "erase" scratches and dings from the gem surface and restore brilliance, etc., or do you have better tips for that sort of item?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello! I'm not sure, it'll depend on how hard the surface is, if it's glass or some sort of plastic. It's worth experimenting I think :)

[@metals2546]

Excellent tutorial. Very helpful. Thank you for sharing.

[@LittleWindowsResin]

You're very welcome, and thank you for your feedback :) - Fran

[@bresorte]

excellent video and explanation!!!!! thank you so much for sharing!!!

[@kidstaxi6156]

Thank you very much!!!!!! 😍😍😘😘👍👍

[@atenasleandry2907]

Hi! I was wondering if the polish works with any type of resin.

[@RobertHolland-z1y]

I am brand new to the resin art hobby. I like coasters. But, I made a pretty neat tray looking thing. Problem is now the whole piece never cured all the way. It's permanently stuck to a piece of wood. I'm assuming I mixed my resin and hardener incorrectly. Because I threw away around three more. They were sticky and not cured.

[@CRAFTYBONKER]

Great video. Thank you for sharing!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Thanks for watching!

[@yejigtm]

This is what I needed!!!!

[@LauraPashayan]

Great video thank you! Question, is there something I could put on my resin afterwards to prevent scratches or does this product do that as well? I just want to preserve my piece for as long as possible. :-)

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello @LauraPashayan! Not really, the only non-resin coatings I know of will either dull your piece, or yellow fairly quickly. The best thing is to use a quality resin that will cure hard enough to prevent much damage. Thanks for asking :) [e-mail]

[@Emz-93]

this is so helpful! can you do a video of setting hair (like pet hair) into resin? thank you

[@glowstonestarzaj4922]

Why would you put pet hair into your resin? XD That’s what everyone tries to avoid

[@mostlycountrycovertunesbyn3123]

@@glowstonestarzaj4922 pet memorial

[@dionesilva4260]

No I didn't read all the comments but I'm just wondering if this would apply for the UV resume as well

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello @dionesilva4260! It will depend on the finished hardness of the UV resin you're using, you'll need to experiment to see how shiny it will get. Thanks for asking :) [e-mail]

[@desleykakoulidisgallaway3382]

Excellent 👍😍

[@see4entertainment130]

Okay, the recast resin, is alot better in my opionion, I will buy it from you soon from uk. - question, I am sanding alot, but still see alooot of scratches, what do I do to fix that ? - I use a drill with sanding pads, and after do it all by hand, but still scratches.

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello! Sorry for the delay, if you're still having issues I'm happy to help, just email a photo or 2 to [e-mail] so I can see what you're dealing with :)

[@bonafidecustoms4479]

Nice video, how do you mirror polish a Mould?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello, sorry for any confusion, you can't polish a silicone mold, once the material degrades you'll need to get a new one. Harsh resins and other chemicals can shorten the life of your molds. I hope that's of help.

[@frodosdojo]

Thank you ! I just finished a resin tray for a gift and was crushed to see a haze on the top of it. This helped some but I'm wondering if it is due to the poor quality of the resin ?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello! That could be the case, or if it's particularly humid where you're working that could cause trouble too. If you'd like more info email to [e-mail] and I'll be happy to help you troubleshoot. Keep creating :)

[@ValerieEarl]

Can you use the Flitz on UV resin? I had to sand a little bit where the resin spilled and now that area isn't as glossy/shiny as the rest.

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello Valerie, sorry for the late reply. You can test it out but I've found it works best on epoxy resin. It'll depend on the hardness of the cured UV, which varies by brand. I hope you find a solution to save your piece :) -Fran

[@tahliabunnyy]

What a great tutorial. Did you sand them before you polished them?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Thanks Tahlia! I typically don't sand before polishing, but I do sand if I plan to add another layer of resin, as show in the second part of this tutorial, to give the new resin something to hold onto. Hope that helps :)

[@phoebewinter3239]

Great video. Looks simple enough to try this at home. :) I have a question, noting that there are references in the comments about there being different types of resin. Would you recommend the polishing technique using Flitz for a resin Chanel bangle bracelet? Thank you.

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello Phoebe, sorry for the delay. IS your bangle black gloss or white gloss or another color? I believe you'd have luck with them all, but the black glossy finish is more likely to still show marks. Have you tried this already? feel free to email me [e-mail]

[@ridbits]

Will this polish also work as a sealer in case I do it on gilded edges of a project where I have used leaf paint?

[@ecuadra49]

👍👍👍👍Nice, thank you

[@GJJ229]

thank you Fran helpful video :) by the way, could you kindly please share the link to buy the disposable brush you used in the video?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hi Grace, thanks so much for your feedback! In about 2 weeks we'll be selling those small flat pointed brushes at www.little-windows.com, keep an eye on our e-newsletter, that's where I'll announce their availability :)

[@michellezahn5643]

Hi LittleWindowsResin! I was wondering if the Flitz polish had been tried on polymer clay pieces to polish them in conjunction with sanding. I am looking for a safe polish to get my polymer clay pieces shiny. Thanks so much for your excellent videos! I learn so much about resin from you and your products are great! ❤

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello Michelle! I just did a test to see how it would work, and while it does give the polymer clay a bit more luster, it also rubs some of the color/clay off on the polishing cloth, so I'm not sure this is the best option. If you email me at [e-mail], I'll be happy to send you photos of my results so you can see how it worked. Maybe more extensive testing by a better polymer artist is called for. Have you tried coating your polymer pieces with a thin layer of resin?

[@michellezahn5643]

LittleWindowsResin thank you so much! ❤️ I will be emailing you for those pictures.

[@b.babsl.2499]

Looks great, I will for sure try it.... but doesn’t the tape leave residue ?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Depends on the tape you use, but if it does you can use acetone to remove it :)

[@dachatollinchi4510]

Can you sand the piece with imperfections and then put the polish cream?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Yes you can, but you'll need to sand progressively up to about a 1000 grit+ for the polish to work. I hope that's of help :) - [e-mail]

[@Nadia-se9ry]

8:00 your resin is already clear enough. What did you do to the resin to achieve that result?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello Nadia! Sorry if that was confusing, the casting is nice and clear overall and pops out super shiny from our molds (little-windows.com), but you can see the scratches in the piece, so this was an example of polishing out scratches/damage to a piece, vs. overall dullness. Hope that helps :)

[@FlopCouture]

Wow cool!!

[@hotdogagua]

I didn't see the polish on your site. i am not sure i looked in the right place. thank you!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

So sorry! We had a better response than expected and were out of stock for a little bit, but we've got it now, here's a link, and a discount code you can use for 10% OFF in thanks for your patience: www.little-windows.com/collections/adhesives/products/resin-polish-kit-the-safe-polish LW1017

[@devonburton9119]

Do you tell clients you are making stuff for that they may need to polish down the line? Especially for jewelry

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hi Devon! I don't because it usually only happens when the pieces get abraded, scratched up from being in a pocket or packed with sharp things, or if harsh chemicals get on the surfaces. I provide a "Caring for your Resin Jewelry" note with everything, which is similar to the way you'd want to treat pearls - last on, first off, be gentle, etc. I hope that's of help :)

[@orgonitechick2445]

I use polyester resin but the surface doesn't come out as shiny as I'd like. Can I put a coat of epoxy resin or UV resin over it to make it more shiny? If so which would u recommend?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello! Yes you can, and I believe epoxy like our Brilliant Resin would bond better, but I'd advise doing a test first to make sure that the layers stick, with and without sanding between. Let me know if I can be of help in any other way :) [e-mail]

[@Loveneverleftthebuilding]

Can you use a us lamp with little windows resin?

[@mrspankytank2858]

Help?! I’m looking for coin molds. Assorted sizes. Been looking different places like Amazon and other sites. Dime to half dollar sizes and in between. Found silicone 1.25” on Amazon but their cloudy. Would that affect their finish?? I’m actually putting four leaf clovers in them.

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello MrSpankyTank! You're right, a non-shiny mold will give you non-shiny castings. Have you considered open back bezels instead of molds? If you can send me a photo of the final look you're going for, I'll be happy to help you source what you need if we don't offer it here at little-windows.com Thanks for asking, [e-mail]

[@Friday13420]

so could I polish my resin charms instead of doming the top?

[@SarahAbramova]

I saw a video that used a glass coating spray to make a clear scratch resistant knife. Can this method be used for resin?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello Sarah! You'll have to test this out to make sure the coating doesn't interact with your resin pieces, and that it doesn't yellow over time like many coatings can. What was the brand you saw?

[@SarahAbramova]

@@LittleWindowsResin the video didn't show a brand name, just the part that said it was a 10h glass coating spray for car paint, but seemed to work on glass and cans too.

[@wsetten]

Do you think i can use this polish also on a resin fountain pen?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Absolutely, although results will depend on how hard the resin is that your pen is made of :)

[@53tsaot]

Any tips on keeping resin from browning with age? I cast a couple of bugs with plants but over time they’ve turned 😢

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello Lauren! Yes, all epoxy resins will begin to discolor over time. Our Brilliant Resin is quite resistant to discoloration, so I think you'll be happier with your results. If you have any specific questions or concerns, email me with a photo of your piece and I'll be happy to help :) - Fran

[@rafaelturner7921]

can you tell me what type of resin you are using? fiberglass or epoxy resin? Thank you.

[@ernestoguerra8942]

What kind of sanding block are u using?

[@brandilynnell]

can anyone offer me a bit of help? I'm using flitz polishing compound and microfiber polishing cloth, and I'm doing exactly what is done in this video, but my epoxy resin pieces are still extremely cloudy/frosted, even after 10 minutes or so of consistent polishing. I can't figure out what im doing wrong?

[@Zisa001]

Epoxy resin won’t withstand the heat produced by a polishing wheel and will turn cloudy on the surface.)

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hi Brandi, I'm not sure if you've solved this already, polishing requires a great deal of pressure so be sure you're really putting your weight behind it, if that doesn't work you can try the second technique featured in this video of brushing on a thin topcoat to shine your pieces right up again. Thanks for your patience, I hope you're having fun :)

[@bob.fagg-bois657]

i use "T-cut" as you would for your car works a treat

[@dkzander]

Great video! Sorry if this has already been asked and answered but is the fingernail polish remover with or without acetone or does it matter?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Acetone is best, but be sure you're working in fresh air as that's not great to inhale :)

[@moeterusa9096]

Do all resin come out like this? I dont have flat surface molds i have dog face resin mold and they come out foggy

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello! It's usually the mold that determines surface finish, I would think the second option in this tutorial might be the best option for something with a bit of detail like a dog face. Glad to help :)

[@wandashepherd]

What kind of molds are those? I've only used silicone.

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hi Wanda! We offer both specially-coated plastic and silicone molds at little-windows.com The molds used in some of the projects - like the fish - were silicone but were not shiny polished silicone so the castings came out frosty. Hope that helps :) - [e-mail]

[@brittanydavis2891]

I have a question! Do you think we could use this on tumblers? Like cups that have been epoxied?

[@MartianCreations]

What do you have to lose? They have samples of it for cheap!

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hi Brittany! You sure could, if you're adding colorant you'll just need to allow a bit more time for the cure but it should be amazing looking, and so many possibilities!

[@kimfersner1916]

Is this good if the resin or epoxy is sticky? Will it remove the stickiness?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello Kim, sorry for the delay but no, stickiness is something else all together and trying to polish it will only make things worse. If you would like to send me a photo of your piece and a bit more info about what's going wrong I'll be happy to advise. [e-mail]

[@Red-wh5xn]

what did you used to wipe it at 3:08?

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Hello Red, that's just a dry paper towel. Thanks for asking :)

[@sassyblondeinwa]

Can somebody tell me the name of the little findings that you hang your pendant with....? I have big caps but they don’t always work and I can’t figure out what you call those little pendant saying is that you put on the top of your round pendant or your tube pendant that has the little bail Can somebody tell me what those are called please🥴

[@LittleWindowsResin]

Do you mean flat-backed bails?

[@debbiemitchell6055]

Great video

[@marikiemarie7622]

I use a small hand drill with a polish pad and nothing else