How To Sand & Topcoat Resin!

[@Cristina-vr5jr]

after watching your videos i bought everything to make these and i made little keychains, now i'm just waiting for them to dry.. i am so excited to see how they turn out!! thank you for being so patient and being an awesome teacher!!! keep up the good work!!!

[@arieljojo]

Same here!!🤝

[@kathyesquerra2085]

I just started watching your videos, I got a much wanted resin set for Christmas, it didn’t come with any molds, so I ordered a few different sets from Amazon, I’m addicted, and I haven’t even made my first piece yet, I’m gonna do some tomorrow. I will be going back and watching all of your videos, I just wanted to say, you are gorgeous, your makeup is perfect, love your personality.

[@khione8044]

The Flower piece is so crystal clear, you can see what is outside the window! Really pretty!

[@andreabacon4673]

You are so dang adorable!!! I love your bubbliness!!! I have seen school elmers glue work well, instead of your tape. Taking a brush and spreading it along the bottom. After it dries, topcoat the piece. After the topcoat dries, peel the glue off. And voila! Some people use liquid latex instead of school glue. Your videos are fantastic, and the editing is pretty well done! Keep up the good work Miss Trendsetter!

[@gabbymacias6879]

It’s important to LOVE what you do. And it shows you love what you do. We need more people like you to be able to express your love of homemade things the satisfaction we get to see it when it’s all done with our beautiful hands 😮 wow. I’m great full to God for my gift and yours of crafty hands.

[@myieracraig98]

My mom sent me a video of yours and I’ve been sucked into your videos since then. Your work is very appreciated.

[@jimpullman-sr2525]

YOU are way too fun! Thank you for your time and willingness to share your knowledge! You're the bestest.

[@annemcdonley5983]

I commented too soon. They turned out gorgeous without even extra sanding. I'll do it your way.

[@annemcdonley5983]

Beautiful. A suggestion: when you sand, start with whatever grit you use than a finer grit until you get to very fine. Each finer grit will take out the scratches from the previous grit. Grits can run from coarse to fine: 80 120 340 400 600 800 1000 1200 and so on until you are satisfied. Just a suggestion but you do great work!

[@mickeyfinniii9172]

I second this. A common technique in woodworking and antibody finishing. Also, cutting/polishing compounds (I use Maguier’s but there are many) make a glossy mirror finish quickly obtainable without topcoat resins.

[@melissaguerra4228]

Thank you so much for this info,....I never know which to use first! THANK YOU!!!!

[@monicatomaras1921]

I've tried this on the sides of my piece but now it's super smooth but really cloudy. I don't know what I did wrong.

[@A-Rory-Lion]

i've been watching your videos on and off for over a year now, and thanks to you- i'm starting my own business

[@ClairesCraftyCorner]

Wow the flower one is gorgeous ! Thanks so much for this I had no clue x lol x

[@vickyroxurworld]

Can you do a tutorial on how you hang your resin pieces?

[@tanyakathan3642]

I second this!! Please☺️❣️

[@overdriveactive5486]

Hey, love the bits you're making. They look great. Two things that bothers me though: 1. You're sanding resin in what seems to be a corner of your house that isn't closed off from the rest of your house. 2. You're dry sanding, meaning the dust is going everywhere. Like, everywhere. Even if you can't see it. In the video you start sanding, put your filter mask on, dust goes everywhere - you take your mask off - immediately inhale a bunch of really bad resin dust. Which is what you were trying to avoid. By wearing a mask. Not to mention, that dust is now happily travelling the inside of your house and making its way god knows where. Whoever's living with you is also being exposed to this dust. Most epoxies are hard within a few hours / days. However, they can take up to 2 weeks to fully cure their molecular bonds. If you sand before then, the dust that's created is effectively still bonding. When inhaled, it'll bond to your lungs which can cause serious permanent health issues. Easy solutions: 1. Move into a room to work in that can close and has a window. 2. Wet sand. You may still be able to use your sander but it depends on the model. Water and electricity don't mix. Use your hands if you're not sure. 3. Quick 5 minute wet sanding overview: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f163XquNj9F9e7s 4. After done sanding, wipe down all surfaces that contain the bit of "sludge" that wet sanding creates so it doesn't dry, become dust, and go in the air again. Dispose into a tie-off bag or regular bin. Hope you keep making your awesome art. I love your use of flowers :D

[@MrsJones19]

Overdrive Active AND eye protection!! I didn’t see any safety glasses

[@virtualshoppers6633]

I swear there always someone that is going to tell you what you should do or don’t do! I thought was a “free” country and you are in your house or work area. The topic was NOT your house and/or work area. Was it concern? Do not know but it went into a lot of information I am quite sure you know or do not believe and that is your right. Thank you so much for the video it did help me a lot once you got to the meat of the video. I have attention issues so I watched this a lot! LOL. Have a great day, enjoy who you are and what you do because both is simply outstanding.

[@dimitravasileiadou9771]

@@virtualshoppers6633 it's not about living in a free country. It's about your health and safety

[@Vanaathiel]

@@virtualshoppers6633 oh my god what a stupid comment. Do you bitch about your freedoms when you're told to wear a seatbelt? Or not ingest poison?

[@gingersnap624]

@@virtualshoppers6633 the entire world isn't a free country

[@cynthiadingle7905]

I see you’re using totes to cover you projects to prevent stuff from landing on them. Just a thought-I use FOOD TENTS for like picnics. They in all sizes-like up to the length of a table but also really convenient 14 inch by 14 inch ones. They also fold up TINY like an umbrella and save SOO much space! I love using them because you can see your project underneath as well. I have 3 cats and 2 dogs that are big time shedders so I understand the “cat hair and dog hair” thing. Even if they aren’t around-their hair lingers for years after they left a room! Lol

[@joniandrews5070]

You rock!!!! just watched your Top 10 resin basics and loved it....learned much of why I have so many failures.....thank you sooooo much!

[@trixeyagain]

I have watched a few of your videos and subscribed! You are afreakindorable!!! I love the attitude you have, you're crazy fun and I can relate. I love how you show your mistakes and flubs to help us "what not to do"! Look forward to watching more and learning bunches from you! Thank you!!

[@ashleyhamsher1065]

May I suggest instead of plastic wrap or even a garbage bag to get silicone baking mats. They resin peels right off and you can reuse them!

[@jessn.2665]

silicone mats come in packs of 3 for 7 bucks on amazon

[@hannahlreasons]

This is a great idea!!!

[@tlrmd4you]

I love using a pice of plastic, heavy duty and then it peels off of that, but I must say, waxed paper is my favorite! I can peel some of the design drips off and use in a canvas picture.

[@wallyzeisig]

Best tutorial ever. Just what I needed. I make mosaic table tops and cover them with resin.

[@priyankatyagi580]

Hi...i am from India. I love the way you talk in the video..it's like so natural and friendly.

[@PookaVista313]

Okay girl, I'm going in. I got the resin (funny, my card declined it due to it's name and I had to clear that up). I got the resin, inks, several molds, and a tub with 10 lbs of silica gel. I have an MFA in animation and I work on automotive 3D all day. Your videos make me want to do something expressive. I can't wait! It's mesmerizing. Here goes!

[@maritzaaguilar1182]

I LOVE YOUR BUBBLY PERSONALITY!! I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!! THEY ARE GREAT!!!!

[@sarahh1687]

I can’t believe I have only just found your videos! I think you’re amazing!! 😘😘😘😘😘

[@TrueVineconnection]

Hi, I like both pieces. However, the one with the flowers still my FAVORITE! !!! Your work is excellent.

[@aroabenzalperpina4230]

OFF Topic: Love your hair in this video! There was a time mine look like this but mixed with green. Fantasy hair colors are the best! Ah, oh! sorry! thank you for the video. I love your pieces, advice, and videos in general, you are so funny, your personality is like your flower pieces. Love it!

[@aprilskies1051]

The flowers look beautiful what a piece!

[@mothermayi7832]

You are so talented .I love your lipstick color too.

[@emmbennx3]

Your makeup is always so FIRE. 🔥

[@ironhorse1096]

I just went outside my bungalo and plucked a plithera of colorful 💐! Pressed in a book with paper towel. I need to get a bigger book at thrift store. 💝 the tutorial but not the "errie" 🎶😳 I learned a lot! Thank You!

[@jocelynaugmon7362]

me at 2:15 looking in the mirror thinking I’ll see myself: 👁👄👁

[@kathrynedmonds3029]

I am just starting out on Resin and watching your videos has really made my day xD

[@lizziefreshhh]

Did you use just the "topcoat" layer straight out of the bottle or did you have to mix that with something before you poured it on?

[@maritzavargas7379]

Hola me encantan tus videos. Son muy detallados. Me gustaría saber que número de lijas usaste. Mil gracias anticipadas.

[@brendagurley1319]

Love your work! I am having to sand an reapply resin to some pieces and then have more problems. Why do you use the different resin to top coat? Please tell me how it’s better, because I really need some answers. I’m frustrated that some of my resin pieces are not right. Thanks!

[@alittlebitofeverything2310]

I love these pieces you created. Gorgeous!

[@MissJessi982]

I have you’re quirky sense of humour... I love how u laugh at urself! 🙌🏼

[@Gmstackhouse86]

New subscriber and resin artist - I love your energy I'm excited to watch more videos and learn new things!

[@relaxationmanifestation8079]

Hello, I have a resin art piece with pits in it. I have only poured one layer that’s thinner than 1/8”. The layer has gold and colored lacing effects and beautiful patterns. If I try to pour a second layer to get rid of the pits, will I end up sanding away my pretty gold parts and the lacing effects? Thank you

[@sarahdarden1744]

So if 6ou took an exacto knife and cut the wavy sticks down the center you would be able to double your amount and be able to scrap the sides also just make your lines the use wire cuter snaps perfect

[@leewitte4580]

Thank you for using soft and mellow music in your videos!!! I cannot tell you how irritating some videos are when the music is too loud or too strange!!! Well done! Great tutorial as well!!!

[@gedsamsar3058]

You did a EXCELLENT Job showing us! Tank You berry much!

[@marinafernandes718]

Your projects are very inspiring . Thanks a million . A big God bless

[@altinokz]

Lovely video. How would you seal the back if your coasters are not perfectly round and instead wavy

[@donnaotwell]

Girl….I have said this before but has to be said agin…your videos are the bomb! Actually you should have your ow TV show. Your presentation is quirky but always on point. Keep it up sweetie (I can call you sweetie cause I’m an old great grandma in Texas and I call everyone sweetie).

[@allison5450]

These look great! The piece with the flowers and white background is beautifuuul!! Side note: I LOVED the big smile in the mirror when it reflected your face while showing off the finished product. It was GREAT!!!

[@coralsummer1993]

Have you ever tried curing your resin projects in a food dehydrator? Supposed to work well but not sure

[@kathyw4603]

Beautiful and crafty love all your video's

[@kellygallo1075]

I have the same sander !! Just a tip:the screw on the bottom if u unscrew it an take an old tooth brush clean it out once awhile your sander will live a little longer...lol!

[@traceyday7562]

Make a mirror or picture frame stain in black coffee first for the wavey stirring sticks you have x can you let me know where you get all equipment Inc resing please x

[@danielaurista]

I'm still in learning with avoiding the cloudy resin, trying to put the picture with it as well.It's supposed to be for my boyfriend and I anniversary.I made 2 layers of the clear resin and glitter layer but I might of made the clear one too thick, so it became cloudy. I've been using the nail scraper as a sand paper, I think i'm doing it wrong aren't I?😅

[@77blazing]

You make me laugh, Your a beautiful artist.

[@bethhigginbotham9005]

I have a question, first I LOVE WHAT YOU DO! One of your videos is actually what inspired me to even start this. I just started doing resin art a couple of months ago..I'm obsessed..I literally do it daily. Patience has been a huge challenge. My question is actually about clean up. How do you keep from becoming a sticky mess. No matter what I do or use at the end it's everywhere and I now have had a skin reaction bc I guess since I did use straight acetone directly on my skin it just smeared it into a thin layer I couldn't feel or see.. it cured and 2 weeks later everywhere I typically get resin on me at is burned. I need tips on clean up and on any cleanup tools, products, methods you can provide. Thank you! I love your stuff,I watch you all the time!

[@MissWobbles]

I hope you are wearing gloves

[@riverszenonian7610]

THANK YOU I’ve been looking everywhere for a 2 part method

[@Madnessmakes]

Great tutorial, thank you so much! I love your nickelodeon shirts. I grew up watching rugrats and Rocco's modern life and many more.

[@catclark9488]

Just found your channel and I love it. You are so easy to listen to, down to earth and I love your sense of humour! Also, you say why you do or don't do something instead of leaving us to wonder why. And by the way the colour of your hair is absolutely beautiful :)

[@rosietass7988]

Hi I’m doing resin block but I want to spray paint the back of the block please what do I need to do thank you

[@charlottehawk3766]

How do you layer a sphere and put a multi-color lightening design?

[@nidhigopalan8660]

Hi there! What do you do about micro scratches that arise from the sanding process?

[@hellahounds4753]

Thank you, so much for your video's!! I'm a " do it my own way " gal myself. I really enjoy your videos.😊

[@tlrmd4you]

Can I ask, when you tape the edges for your top coat, what about the little strip at the bottom, where the tape was? What do you do for that, anything? I absolutely loe all your videos and ideas...and I love the tree you did!!! OMG!!! But I have such an issue, with the sides and yes, the bottom drips...I swear, it could be a vicious cycle, doing the flood coat, getting drips, so doing the bottom...and then the top and again and again!! Especially for good molds...IMPOSSIBLE to tape! So any advices is greatly appreciated...PLEASE KEEP UP THE VIDEOS!!!

[@krystLeiscool]

I love your work and you are absolutely adorable!!!

[@margles1371]

when i saw your reflection after the topcoat i was like "*please* make a face" and you didn't let me down 😂

[@kieratheresa]

All of your pieces are so beautiful 😍 I’ve been binge watching your videos for the past 2 days lol you’re so talented!

[@wallyzeisig]

Question: I saw you do a 6 in square with dried flowers. Loved that but would like to know where you got the mold.

[@deborahnoble7361]

if you stuff resin and thick in middle and outer edges not so thick can you sand it right back to nearly before with what grade sandpaper please help

[@maureennelson5240]

I absolutely LOVE your hair!!! 💜

[@pazcampos6135]

Hola from Chile! The sandpaper used is just 80-grit? Or you use different grits to get the master piece smooth? Thanks

[@reneesantiago285]

You can also go to the dollar store and in the party section get table covers for $1/ea.

[@emwkkt2]

thank you they are beautiful. why don't you try some weeny flowers super imposed on the bubbles, or maybe flecks of sparkles on the mirror. :)

[@loraturner6932]

So what size or number grit did you use to sand the top down before using top coat?

[@michellemihaylova2432]

I have a perfect top coat, but found one car hair in it! Can I sand only the cat hair without putting another top coat?

[@ReeliaNafi]

I love yur content so much ! I have a quick question , for the top coating do yu mix resin A & B or yu just used A or B ? Just wondering 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@9YourMomsFace9]

Also wondering

[@dubViny]

You have to mix A & B otherwise the resin will not set.

[@flowersflowers5070]

Do you do this on all pieces? I understand doing the mirror but not the other piece

[@drippymenace7379]

Hi I have little white specs left in my resin from sanding, will they go away when I add the fresh layer of resin? Or do I keep sanding till they go away

[@inkadinkadoodle]

*weird sound* "I just malfunctioned." Your "goofs" and malfunctions are just as beautiful as everything else you do! :)

[@Serena-777]

Do you have a vid that shows how to fix flowers that didn’t go under the resin

[@tawanaspence6579]

Thank you for another super informative video! You always brighten my day with your beautiful personality and energy 🌈❤️😊

[@faithinurmom8496]

so do you have to sand and top coat every resin piece? or only certain ones? if so which ones?

[@charlesthehurst]

No, some pieces are fine as soon as they pop out of the mold. The top coat helps add that glossy finish to pieces.

[@mostlycountrycovertunesbyn3123]

Okay so if a topcoat of resin will take away the sandpaper left would it not also fill in the little potholes anyway instead of having to sand them out? Except a little bit around the popped bubble? Just asking. I have not tried doing any resin projects yet. Trying to learn everyhting first. And alot of your pieces turned out really glossy and clear without doing any sanding or polishing. Am I correct? Yuo don’t always have to sand and polish a puece, especially small pieces.

[@roth5378]

Hello! I am needing some help figuring how to sand and polish my finished family, home and love molds easily all I have is a dremel and I might of ruined one by completely sanding the front of one the molds are what you see is what you get your design is basically the front idk just need some pointers

[@maryalicelegato5225]

Beautiful job. Thank you for the tips. Hope they help me.🙂

[@phyllisgirton7406]

Just starting to learn. I’m wondering if those shatter if they are dropped? How do you clean up the ‘dust’? Sweeper?

[@kerrinatana3433]

I just subscribed but I have been watching your videos on repeat for the past week 😂 I LOVE your work and I have just started creating with resin and I am absolutely obsessed! Continue the great work, your content is amazing and im sure it helps out so many others as it does for myself 💖

[@jennathebutterfly]

Do you top coat the bottom too? And would you do bottom first or top ? You are a great teacher im only just getting started so thankyou

[@amberloma9586]

I having trouble with my tape leaving residue, or the resin leaking under the tape when I glass the top... do you ever have that problem? Or do you recommend anything to fix that?

[@tinyfalcon1279]

your channel is just exploding! im so happy for you :) i remember when you were happy over 100 subs now look at you with 8k!

[@ArtsyMadwoman]

😭😭😭😭 thank you so much!! ❤️

[@Lemu_with_a_shirt]

Wow, I just found her chanel today. 3 months ago it was 8k and now it's 25,8k, that's crazy! Well deserved, but that is definitely an explosion.

[@khione8044]

Now at 33k Subscribers! It's amazing how fast a Channel can explode in popularity! Well deserved, of course! I love this Channel!

[@BaileyButton11]

You guys it's at 81k now! Sooo happy I found her account

[@Shadingoftheheart]

159k now and she's incredible! 💜💜💜

[@neylasol5950]

I’m new to this do you need to sand and top coat everything you make ?

[@minajareh9285]

Omg i love you and thank you so much for making this video🥺😍

[@tinacluff2793]

I noticed you used 80 grit, does that make a difference when sanding what grit you use?

[@sherryebersole1349]

some of the molds i got off your Amazon list , (cake silicone pans) come out matte and when you popped yours out they look shiney ? especially the 3day mold of a rose you did , it was a square ...anyway our yours matte too ? or did I buy the wrong molds ? I am thinking i can just put a top coat on the matte ones ? or sand and top coat ? what do you think ?

[@chrisharrison5974]

Love your videos, you are always so bright and funny....you have helped me so much on my resin adventure. Coasters are my new love and considering making some for Christmas presents, wondering what sort of care instructions I should include ? Xx

[@creativesea.design]

Great tutorial! So glad you are using a respirator now :D

[@101labrador7]

My resin is curling from the sides is there a way to prevent this, I'm using UV resin, when I take it out of the mould it goes into a slight bowl shape I tried putting cardboard on the back of the mould to see if it was the mold curling but it still happened

[@danisimonthompson4532]

I'm new to resin art! How come sometimes they come out of the mold with a milky film and needs to be sanded and sometimes it doesn't and is crystal clear?!

[@charlesthehurst]

It could be the type of mold. Some come with a matte finish so they will have that hazy "milky" look. Other molds are glossy and the pieces made from it will come out just as clear.

[@mayvang7514]

Absolutely love it!!! I will have to try this..Thank you for sharing😘😘

[@roelfvanzyl1469]

Hi. Thanks a lot for this! You sure know your stuff! I am making a desk for my kid, and have filled a cavity with white casting resin. I then got some fingerprints on it before it fully cured, which I sanded off, but now have a dull part on the white. If I topcoat with casting resin, will the dull part disappear ? From your video it seems like I need to sand the whole insert in any case, and then topcoat - so I assume it will bring back the shine in any case, no ?

[@kayleegiron153]

I love how silly you are !! Very cool video ! Such a great explanation on every step :)

[@jeanettegonzalez2807]

Thank you so much! This video was so helpful!

[@shanthiramanna8340]

Thank you for the tutorial. I also do pressed flowers pictures and candles. But haven't tried resin. Am trying to learn about resin art. Great tutorial. It will be helpful if u say what brands of resin to buy and other stuff. All the best

[@joshuagutierrez5491]

Is it hard to maneuver a pice when using that a high power sander?

[@rebeccamamwell203]

Love everything about your videos. You are awesome