How To Pour A Resin Ashtray From Start To Finish

Update! Resin ashtrays aren’t safe for actual use & please only use them to add aesthetic to your space ✨ also, if you’re attempting this please make sure to wear the proper PPE & make sure it’s a well ventilated area! Thanks for checking out my video ☺️
Watch me make a fun glitter ashtray for a friend of mine! I’m pretty new to all of this so please be kind 💕
Let me know if there are any other projects you'd want to see me make!

[@DivineSunshine444]

I saw it another video where a lady put some rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle and sprayed it to release the air bubbles instantly it looked like it worked and the finish product was beautiful

[@atlantasfaith7721]

Please share video

[@carleyfontenot2836]

U did amazing, I'm 13 and I will soon start making these to get my own money your video has helped alot thx😊💕

[@stejo394]

I’m so happy to hear that! I’m excited for you to get started, it’s so much fun!! Make sure you use proper PPE when working with it though, your safety is very important 💕

[@carleyfontenot2836]

@@stejo394 wats ppe? And if u want , once I start could u spread the word about it so I could have orders and stuff

[@stejo394]

PPE is Personal Protective Equipment, meaning gloves, respirator, & now they’re saying even goggles are recommended 🤗

[@carleyfontenot2836]

@@stejo394 oh ok , I was gone wash my hands , sanitize , then put the gloves on then wipe down the counter with clorox wipes I was prepared for that part😂😂

[@nobody1748]

@@carleyfontenot2836 just make sure you have gloves and a respirator thats the most important step before resin because it is toxic and cab be dangerous if done with out ventilation and a respirator (masks won't cut it), and gloves

[@exwyzee8]

I will be attempting my first resin ashtray tomorrow. I'm excited. You did such a great job of explaining everything. Thanks.

[@MimiDidi121]

I love how through your tutorial was. Ive subscribed and will recommend your channel to those wanting tutorials! You've got to assume your audience knows nothing! Too many tutorials assume the audience already knows somethings.

[@4theLoveofJhae]

Love the final product! Must say my favorite part was ‘first of all, what we are not going to do is talk about my nails’ 😂 Keep going! This was great!

[@brandi8851]

I am new to the resin world & so far my first three pieces was a flop. I wish I Had found your channel before I began. You gave such detailed instructions, easy to understand & it makes sense. Thanks. I'll try this technique on my next project .

[@artlifeartistry1634]

It looks so beautiful!! Great Job!! You're a great teacher! I finally know how to use the resin molds correctly! :)

[@carmonacrafts1972]

Your voice makes me so relaxed and makes me feel like I can do anything. Alexa needs to move over and hire you

[@LIAMMM0005]

I just watched it all and it was so helpful I’m making my own tmorrow can’t wait

[@gabbyrhoads2941]

Thank you so much for this awesome tutorial. It helps a ton 💕💕 definitely subscribing😁👌

[@meganschannel7111]

Thank you for all the tips this helped me out a lot me and my son are going to have so much fun

[@thrteenstudios9163]

Great, simple video steph! Thank you!!!

[@NawForeal]

Thank you for sharing i love it can wait to try and make it ill follow your steps so it comes out just like that! 😎👍🏾

[@wondergranny2299]

Beautiful! I'm fixin' to do my very first resin project! I'm excited and nervous! Your ashtray came out beautiful!

[@Royalizzieadventures]

What a fantastic video with explaining better than most out there

[@tonigaudio1]

I’m attempting my first one when my Amazon arrives. Wish me luck.. you made it look easy

[@booboo198722]

This is dope ! Thanks for sharing ! I’ll try this

[@michellehughes6643]

This a great video. Very detailed you did a great job.

[@rippi37]

I'm glad I saw your 'update'....I found that out the hard way.....didn't read the label stating the temperature limit of the cured resin.

[@jbbabi]

I love your commentary haha thank you this helped !

[@carliespringer4336]

Awesome video 🥰😍 Thank you for making such an awesome ash tray for meee. 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@stejo394]

You’re the actual sweetest 🥰 thank you for letting me!

[@keelahunt3067]

Girl that is so pretty

[@vanessasilk7492]

I love it!

[@unbelievablemoments7622]

I just have to say, while mixing it’s best to use a jumbo size stick to reduce bubbles being pushed around, and while mixing it’s better to mix very slow and only in one direction. It makes the over all product come out a lot better

[@stejo394]

You’re absolutely right! This was one of my first projects and I’ve picked up a few tips since then! Thank you for your feedback ☺️

[@unbelievablemoments7622]

Stephanie J your video saved me tonight because glitter got all over where I didn’t want it to be, and I always tried using a napkin or my fingers and nothing would work then you said tape and I’m like..I don’t got tape but I got stickers right now 😂

[@JJuansthat3Dguy]

That’s really nice!

[@margarethedges2786]

Thank you so much for the video. Is there a special glitter that you use or can you use any glitter also the same for the stickers.

[@TheStonersCommittee]

You killed it

[@YourMomLovesyouu]

Good job, but the way you say "let me know if you give it a go" had me like omg what did I just watch again. 🤭😂 Good job lady

[@sexsiren26]

After you mix it how much time do you have before you have to pour it ? Will it Harden really fast ?

[@taylorwhite9572]

Do you have to wait for each layer to cure before pouring the next?

[@faridafaizi630]

Good and clear instructions

[@infinitalocura]

Looove it gracias ❣️💜

[@SebastianWolfLove]

You don’t mix the hardening agent with color or is that the mix you first made, sectioned?

[@Mt07_butterfly]

Do you use silicon mold release with your projects?

[@pink.ivy87]

This is amazingly beautiful!!! How long did it take for the resin to fully cure? I'm new to this.

[@nobody1748]

So beautiful! Omg 😫 everyone remember gloves and a respirator before you do resin art! Be safe 💞

[@biancakatie5491]

What’s a respirator and where can I get one

[@WillowX5]

Not all resin requires a respirator. I've been working with epoxy Resin for almost 30 years, on everything from art, castings, furniture, countertops bartos yachts, and flooring. Theres MANY types of resin that are no VOC ..require no respirator unless your sanding, cutting or forming on a lathe and creating dust and particulates.

[@jakeyjacks277]

Traci G which resin do you recommend? That does not require a respiratory mask

[@DashaJZ]

JAKEY JACKS ArtResin

[@maryjanegarza8869]

You did amazing thank you. Can you please show how you put the sticker in? And can it be any sticker

[@ianmcclain7673]

This is badass!

[@stejo394]

Thank you Ian! ☺️

[@livy1319]

Beautiful

[@katherinef7851]

Can the item be used without burning? The one I made melted when used. Thx. Lovely finished product!

[@matatanik]

Love ittttt

[@nicolereichert100]

Beautiful work. Which resin do you use? Epoxi or crystal?

[@barbaramilam6504]

What brand of resin do you use? Also, once the resin is cured can it really be used as an ashtray?

[@victoriasoto5636]

can you mix resin with a metal spoon or fork etc.? i heard somebody say you can’t use metal to mix . wondering if it was just a myth tho ?

[@Narutofan5645]

Thats so cool i need one for my friend

[@stejo394]

I commission pieces if you’re interested in placing an order! 🤗

[@klw1290]

Do you need to have a seal after? Does the cigarette burn it ?

[@user-mz1br2sx6w]

What did u first mix togehter and second how did the resin dried

[@Crystal4Clear]

Soo you don’t need a heater to dry it, if you air dry?

[@heypj8734]

What kind of resin cast did you use?

[@philipselman2564]

Where did you get the mold for the ash tray

[@ariannneighoff3702]

Where do you get the stickers for the resin?

[@mpix00]

How hard do the ash trays get after cured?

[@amandamolinari9480]

What paint to do you use

[@kadeeburt7323]

What kind on resin do you use?

[@Nic_cole]

How much resin did you use in total?

[@purpleRox2232]

You did a great job making this video can’t even tell it’s your first video.

[@stejo394]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the feedback 🥰

[@Comingintoglory]

So sweet! Thank you for the tips 💖💖

[@jacobgarza9198]

Where do you find those silicon molds?

[@SoccerGuy1293]

Great first video 👍🏻👍🏻

[@stejo394]

Thank you, Alex! 🤗

[@emilymohamedally8425]

Great video!! :)

[@stejo394]

Thank you! 🥰

[@sthwestb]

Don't forget to scrape your cup, use a torch lighter on your bubbles & don't forget to use a tooth pick to help the Resin at the bottom get in the crease's ..... And after it's complete cut out a piece of felt in that lip on bottom.

[@pureparadise5303]

How did you make the sticker

[@LaButterfly19]

Thank You .

[@biggsolo2142]

Do you print your own stickers or do you purchase them ?

[@korinalopez6]

How long does it to take to dry?

[@Pytjay26]

How much resin was used for this mold in total. I have this exact mold and am not sure how much epoxy I need for it. Thanks in advance

[@jungkookzelo2507]

One question, can I add anything to be the first layer before adding the resin so I can make sure the cigarette ash won't harm the resin condition??

[@jennityni5990]

You can coat it afterwards with something. If you're going to do that, make sure to slightly sand the surface so whatever you're coating with will stick. A 500 grit paper will most likely be good

[@shirinpitale7789]

Hey, I have the same issue. My ashtray got burns due to the cigarette.. how do I solve this problem

[@PatriciaCollette]

@@shirinpitale7789 using uv resin or e6000 glue a penny in the ashtray then spray with polyacrylic spray. when putting out a cigarette use penny, try not to leave sitting in an ashtray..

[@SarkazzHere]

niceeeeeee

[@THEREALENVYCHY]

Questions does it just harden after hours or does it need light harden

[@alymetz2020]

Regular resin (table top, casting, etc) cures simply because you mixed the parts together. UV resin is what takes a UV lamp to cure. This is not uv

[@chasidyplatt7512]

does the resin have a smell?

[@jazminemaidens8339]

Soo quick question. You chose not to wait to add each layer after if dried because you wanted them to blend a little ? But you can wait to let the dry in between each layer so they dont blend, if you want ?

[@stejo394]

You absolutely can! Some brands recommend not allowing a full cure time in between layer pours but so far I haven’t had any issues with it.

[@Lena3117]

That is what i am curious about. Bc idk if the resin i have, if it will melt if ppl. Put ash/lit cigarette in the ash tray and if it will ruin it.

[@stejo394]

Honestly I made this video before I knew just how bad resin ashtrays can be. They’re great for decor and for only catching ashes. You shouldn’t snub out anything in it as it can heat up the epoxy & release harmful fumes and not to mention ruin your design. I’ve seen people swear by a thermal sealant spray after you pull the piece but I haven’t attempted it.

[@Peachgirl9898]

Could you please explain to me more about the stickers? Why kind of cricket do you have and what kind of paper? Also what website do you use to do designs?

[@daniellerancourt164]

I’m very curious about this too!

[@ginamuscolino9219]

did you prep the mold with anything before pouring to keep it from sticking inside the mold?

[@stejo394]

I personally haven’t used a mold release yet with any of my projects, I find if you mix properly and wait the right amount of time you shouldn’t have any problems with silicone molds. Plastic molds are a different story.

[@nikitanikhil6179]

Once the ashtray has cured and is ready to use, will it get damaged from the heat of a cigarette?

[@stejo394]

So I wouldn’t recommend actually snuffing out the cherry on the resin, like you’d be fine to ash into it but to apply a direct heat source could release harmful vapors if the resin got hot enough.

[@shirinpitale7789]

Hey, how do you solve the problem of a cigarette burning the art work inside the ashtray?

[@deearock1998]

I have the same problem with my ashtrays, I used rasin and the cig just burned mine, Idk why, I’m very disappointed

[@cindysideshow]

Try heat resistant resin

[@L72000]

Where did you get the glitters from? They’re so pretty

[@stejo394]

Thank you! I got these ones from Michael’s and the little butterfly babies are from Amazon.

[@jwaterstraw5029]

ive been scrolling IG and seeing so many gorgeous resin pours, with holo glitter foils too..i think im going to try this as my new hobby

[@kaykaycakeface8268]

What do you mix with the epoxy? I'm a little confused so you can't just use epoxy by itself you have to add something with the epoxy? By the way this is very very beautiful what are the silicone piece called

[@stejo394]

Epoxy usually comes in two part solutions, so you’d mix them according to the packaging before using. They do have some that comes premixed but I don’t know the first thing about that 😅 thank you so much! The silicone piece is called a mold 🤗

[@cheriseconvery1330]

Can you please give me a list of what I need to buy to start off to start making these please

[@stejo394]

I’m uploading a video next week going over alllll the details! Be sure to check it out ✨

[@chelseagoonen]

Is it common for the mold with resin in it be too hot to touch while curing ?

[@stejo394]

Yes! I’ve even had deep pours start to smoke 👀

[@lisacapers5853]

Beautiful and mysterious purple. Lisa

[@stephanieguzman5000]

For how long do you have to let it set to dry? Before taking it out?

[@stejo394]

Every brand has their own set of guidelines, Amazing Clear Cast is ready to be pulled after 8hrs!

[@whyte2105]

What kind of sticker is it? Do ordinary stickers work or does it have to be vinyl? Xx

[@kimikopitts2650]

Ordinary stickers works

[@umaa8099]

hey nice vid!! where’d you get the model for the ash tray?

[@stejo394]

Thank you!! I got this mold from Amazon.

[@fredlinepierre6494]

What material do you use and where do you get it from?

[@stejo394]

Hi! Which material are you asking about? 🙂

[@emeraldvelasquez4830]

Is heat supposed to happen even if it measured accurately?

[@stejo394]

Heat will happen as it cures, to cut back on the amount you can pour in layers. I’d recommend 3-5 hrs between layers if this is a concern of yours. I’ve actually had a pour start smoking when I poured too much at a time! Talk about scary 👀

[@natashanoelle4314]

Where did you get the ash tray mold?

[@stejo394]

I got this one from Amazon!

[@kookielaughlin]

Love the video, what type of paper do you use to make for your sticker ?

[@stejo394]

I’m making a video next week going over everyone’s questions ✨ I hope you check it out!

[@shardajastokes9848]

And you can’t see the layers so maybe to do that I gotta wait like 5 mins? To solidify a little ?

[@stejo394]

You’d want to wait a few hrs if you want separation between layers ☺️

[@hannahkies5249]

It looks so cute!!😍 how long did you let it cure before you took it out?

[@hannahkies5249]

Also on my resin it says to use a 100:47 ratio but I see everybody saying to use an equal ratio? 🥺 now I don’t know which ratio to use

[@stejo394]

Hi Hannah! Thank you! I let it cure a full 8 hrs for this piece. Each resin brand has their own guidelines, this was Amazing Clear Cast & they say equal parts and it’ll be cured in 8 hrs. The new brand I’m using it’s actually 2:1 ratio and it takes 12 hrs to cure. Always go by what the brand says 🤗

[@VitalPolymath]

I am curious to why you put the disclaimer in the description of the video?

[@tracysilguero5570]

Can you help me and let my know why mine came out dull outside and super shiny inside

[@stejo394]

It sounds like maybe your mold is either worn down or just didn’t come with a shiny surface, in those situations I topcoat it with a thin layer of resin to bring back it’s shine ✨

[@emmamessenger8938]

How many ounces of resin do you use to fill this mold?

[@stejo394]

I honestly can’t remember, I’m so sorry 😅

[@DIYwithsiliconemoldsworldwide]

Like so much

[@nataliejane6001]

Would cigarettes burn the resin and ruin the ashtray

[@annam874]

I was trying to make an ashy tray and used a mold very similar to yours ! Everything was going great but then I noticed there was a cloud of smoke coming out of the mold and it felt very hot to the touch! I’ve never had this happen to me before and I’m wondering what I did wrong 😭

[@stejo394]

That actually happened to me while trying to encapsulate a dead bee! (fuzzy boi died of natural causes, no bees were hurt in the making 💕) when I looked it up online it said some smoke can be expected but it’s also possible for it to go south real quick from that point. I panicked & took my project outside just to be safe, nothing happened & it stopped smoking pretty quickly thankfully. Some heat is to be expected while it cures, to cut back on that pour small layers allowing them to cure in between 🤗

[@annam874]

Stephanie J yes I also panicked !! 😭 I got so scared it would catch on fire ! How long would you recommend waiting between pours? ☺️

[@stejo394]

I’d say maybe around 3-5 hrs, but it’s all personal preference really!

[@erikadavis5110]

The more resin the hotter its going to get. It was just starting to cure it won't catch on fire dont worry😂 just make sure to always do it in well ventilated area or outside and wear gloves and a mask

[@andreakpelapauee2992]

@@erikadavis5110 could you use like a regular 3-ply surgical mask or cloth mask? Even if you’re outside?

[@sassysassy9320]

5 questions: 1) You said you made your sticker with your cricket. What did you use to hold your vinyl? (the clear piece that your vinyl was stuck too) 2) Do you have to prep your vinyl before adding it to the epoxy? 3) Do you just add a little clear epoxy before you lay your sticker down and then go over it? 4) If your epoxy has micro bubbles how do you fix that? 5) Have you ever put flowers in there? If so what is the process? Do they have to be dried out or sealed? I know it’s a lot. Lol Thanks!!!

[@stejo394]

Hi there! I use acetate paper to apply the vinyl to before I put it into the resin. I’ve tried without and the heat cause my design to curl a bit. I don’t seal my vinyl before I put it in but I have heard of people painting on a thin coat of resin beforehand, I personally haven’t seen any negative side effects from not prepping it so I’m going with it 😅 I do exactly what you said, thin layer just enough to have the vinyl completely encased then another layer behind. Micro bubbles are HARDDDD to get rid of. I try to pour my resin back & forth in between a couple cups in hopes of them slowly working their way to the surface. It’s really important to take your time while mixing to avoid them (I struggle hard with this). I actually have done dried floral pieces! Kinda the same as the vinyl, some people coat them with a thin layer before putting them in, I personally don’t. But it’s super important that whatever you put into the resin is 100% dried out as things containing moisture can actually rot over time 😬

[@sassysassy9320]

Thank You!!! Not sure why this is the first time I have seen this. But I appreciate you getting back with me. Thanks again

[@willowmills1399]

Your mold is dope, where did u buy it from?

[@jnooj1934]

Amazon, you can also make dice,diamonds, pyramids,and other stuff

[@stejo394]

Thank you! I’m pretty sure I got this one from Amazon, if not than it was from Etsy!

[@toritori354]

Where did she get the mold from?

[@kimikopitts2650]

You can purchase molds from Amazon EBay also Micheal’s sells molds