A Very Unique DIY Way to Make a BEAUTIFUL GEODE Style Epoxy Resin Art Tray

*Please note that the music in some of these older videos have been muted due to a change in copyright. I am planning to re-edit and upload updated (2024) versions in the upcoming months. Thank you - Nadia ~ LiaDia Designs
DIY Epoxy Resin Geode Style Vanity Tray - If you try this tutorial and love the results - use my NEW HASHTAG on Instagram #LiaDiaInspiredMe ~ You may get featured in my story!
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Other tutorials mentioned in this video:
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Geode Coasters: • How to Make GORGEOUS G...
Peacock Patterning in Resin: • LiaDiaDesigns | FUN an...
Doming (+ Liquid Latex) (around 17:30): • FIXING a FAIL! Easy & ...
Painting Gold Edges (around 6:30):
• Completely OBSESSED wi...
Adding Handles - what I do (around 23:30)
• Make INCREDIBLE Epoxy ...
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Products I used for this project:
( 📣 see below this list for LINKS and DISCOUNT CODES to the brands I use and recommend 💖 - where applicable):
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• Resin - I used 1:1 resin - Counter Culture DIY Artist Thin Viscosity
• Mold - Shop Resin Molds
• Pigment Paste - LeRez Expressions
• Mica Powders - DB Resin Products, Baltic Day, Pearl Ex
• Glitters - Lrisy, Let's Resin, Paradise Glitter
• Pebeo Acrylic Outliner - Silver and Pearl
• Paint brush
• DuraClear Gloss Varnish
• Heat Gun or torch
• Personal protective equipment including a chemical filtering mask, gloves and well ventilated area
***links below -
discount codes provided where applicable
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Brands and Products I recommend:
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Resin: Counter Culture DIY Artist Thin
counterculturediy.com/
Code: liadia to get $10 off your first purchase over $40 USD
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Silicone Molds
shopresinmolds.com/
Discount code: liadia10
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Baltic Day
balticday.com/
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Pearl Ex
www.jacquardproducts.com/pear...
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Let's Resin - Opal Glitter
Canada - amzn.to/3ERSNKB
USA - amzn.to/3EODVg9
use code liadia10 for discount
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Glitters - Paradise Glitter
paradiseglitter.com/
code: liadia10
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Glitters - Lrisy
www.lrisy.com/
code: liadia15
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DuraClear Gloss Varnish
Canada: amzn.to/3DNlqr5. (be care of the pricing here, sometimes it's very overpriced - check Michael's Art Store as well)
canada.michaels.com/en/americ...
USA: amzn.to/3dLU7Ti
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Fine Paint Brush
Canada: amzn.to/3EOEAOF
USA: amzn.to/3DLQYgX
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Acrylic Outliner - Pebeo (should be $7-$10 - more than that is too expensive)
SILVER
Canada: amzn.to/3FQUOHm
USA: amzn.to/3Hzqi5z
GOLD
Canada: amzn.to/3rvs0zC
USA: amzn.to/334Fvgj
PEARL
Canada: amzn.to/3gX0CVb
USA: amzn.to/3p1ZNPd
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Acrylic Handles
GOLD
Canada: amzn.to/3JEAESp
USA: amzn.to/3BEyrnh
SILVER:
Canada: amzn.to/356j1fr
USA: amzn.to/33ANSAt
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Silicone Mats
Canada: amzn.to/350H1RE
USA: amzn.to/33Ndc6p
***OTHER BRANDS/ PRODUCTS I LIKE:
Mica Pigment Powders:
www.blackdiamondpigments.com/
Discount Code: BDP15%
Pigment Paste
www.lerezexpressions.com/
usa.hemway.com/
code LIADIA35
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Washi Tape
The Washi Tape Shop
thewashitapeshop.com/
code: liadia10
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Glitters - Lrisy
www.lrisy.com/
code: liadia15
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Stiletto Glitter
laurasartcorner.net/
code: liadia10
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Let's Resin Pigment Dye
amzn.to/3kyQofZ
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Mirror Film
amzn.to/3kesmX4
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www.meyspring.com/
Discount code: liadia10
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Chemical Filtering Mask (the new one I'm currently using!)
Canada: amzn.to/3o7lefg
USA: amzn.to/32WttF2
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[@funo6581]

Gorgeous! I love watching you add different elements until it all comes together beautifully!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you so much! That is what I enjoy the most about the art process🥰

[@SenkaBobovcan]

So beautiful,i find all information you given to us 🙏 Thanks 🙏 a lot ❤🎉

[@suzettehosier3018]

Wow! So beautiful! I love that you describe all of your techniques and products. Talking through your process is really helpful. So many "tutorials" are just music and video and this is the real deal. Thank you!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you Suzette. My latest videos are actually music and video, but I have over 100 tutorials that explain my techniques, so there's a lot to reference😊

[@kim99may]

I love the talking or voiceovers sometimes I even just listen as I paint or craft and glance at the screen to keep up. It’s relaxing to listen to you chat.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you so much Kim! I am the same when I'm painting and creating😊

[@SenkaBobovcan]

Wow , is magnificent, so gorgeous 😍🥰 Wish to do same things. Will try find exact all products. 🎉thanks 🙏 a lot for showing all. ❤

[@laineykearns4506]

This is beautiful, very girly. I'd love to see some blue and midnight blues too. 💖

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖thank you! Sounds pretty!

[@Stephanie_Hancock]

I definitely prefer the longer talking videos. I love to just watch you create in real-time. Stunning transformation. Your client is sure to be so pleased with this. xoxooxxo

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖🥰thank you so much Stephanie! I will continue to do the mix... as some of my videos don't really require me to talk.. but it's good to know that most of you don't get sick of my voice 😅😅😅

[@twistedimaginings]

The tray is beautiful. I came over from Pouring your heart out, and I'm glad I did 😊x

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💕Welcome to my channel and Thank you! I hope you enjoy it here.

[@cindylougillimsheavenlydes7482]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful! I love the ring! Colors are stunning

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

really? Maybe i'll have to create some pieces where it's intentional then LOL 😅

[@sherryleggett1612]

Wow, I thought it was perfect before you added the last glitters. But now A plus, gorgeous!

[@jetleg60]

Your videos are wonderful. I love the colors you used on this tray. Beautiful. Thanks, Jeanette

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖🥰thank you so much

[@diannesammut3103]

Stunning colours and techniques. I learn a lot from watching your videos. Thank you.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰💕thank you Dianne

[@TheLadybugJr]

Thank you so much for all you do to teach! You’re an amazing artist and excellent teacher! I am so glad I found you!! ❤

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰that is so wonderful to hear! So glad you enjoy my videos!

[@lindaeastment4542]

HI Nadia, WOW WOW WOW my goodness there is 110% Definitely Nothing For Your Customer Not To Like the end Results are absolutely amazing so stunning so Pretty I Also loved your tray before you put the lighter colour on Thank You So Much Nadia For Take The Time To Sharing Your Absolutely STUNNING ART WORK I really do appreciate it……… I have been doing resin for less than a year but since I have found your u tube channel you have really Inspired me a lot maybe one day I will be as good as you ………Nadia Myself personally I prefer it when You talk in your tutorials Once again thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful resin art work 🤗✨❤️👍Lin

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰💖thank you so much for all your kindness Lin. I'm so happy that you enjoy and feel inspired by my videos, even when I ramble on😅🥰

[@lindaeastment4542]

HI Nadia To me definitely 100% you do not ramble on Listening to you talk is Listening to you Teaching & I am very Grateful for all the help ❤️👍. …… Please can you answer a question for me when you put your glitter on whatever peace of art work you are doing and the glitter is Completely dry before you put your resin top coat on can you seal it with your clear varnish to stop the bubbles thanks Lin ❤️👍

[@afap2435]

stunning as always.... Love watching you create beautiful pieces

[@maryalicelegato5225]

Gorgeous love it. Would love to see it in purple.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

I made purple and teal coasters a while back...a pic should be on my Instagram😊

[@lyndarawle2391]

Waw that is stunning and I love the coulers and sparkle.👍🏻

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

thank you!

[@janesavage4733]

Always inspired with your creations. #Lrisy is definitely my favourite glitters of all.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🤩🥰thank you Jane, yes, they are amazing!

[@Pashanny824]

Definitely prefer your talking tutorials. More please.

[@gadgetgirlm1]

I love that you embellish the resin with other techniques and combine other mediums. There is no right or wrong way when creating art. Your pieces are gorgeous! I love that you give us all these ideas of additional things we can do and add to get amazing wow factors!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

😊🥰thank you I agree! I love mixing mediums to create unique effects and designs💕

[@cynthiat6505]

You are so real. It’s great, I can really learn from you. Thanx!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰💖 thank you, I'm so happy to hear that

[@olivegolder945]

You're designs are all so beautiful! Very talented lady!

[@Mimi-tu4fd]

Off topic but you have such a relaxing calm voice ❤️

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🙈💖thank you...a few people have mentioned that, I never expected that😅

[@stephanietheresafoster7091]

Learnt a lot of techniques from you through this video✨

[@DanceQueen5122]

Gorgeous! Everything you do is gorgeous 🥰👏🏻

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🤩🥰thank you, much appreciated

[@pamcolechadwell1302]

Gorgeous. I think a geode mirror frame would look amazing.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🤩🥰thank you! It would!

[@kathleenosborne3302]

Hi watching this tray I was remembering that Julie cuts of pouring your heart out has mentioned that different resins are different set different and different company’s do different thicknesses as well

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Yes, that's true. I use Counter Culture and they have numerous resin viscosities for different purposes.

[@cindylougillimsheavenlydes7482]

Win win!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰

[@gourdhead22]

I absolutely adore this tray... So Stunning... I make tumblers also and I am like you wanting to do some personal art like painting dimensional or stain glass You know its not just slapping on a decal. I enjoy making them mine by creating on my pieces. for example I love doing leopard spots I don't use vinyl ones I paint them and glitter them. ok I am rambling but my point is I so enjoy the creating by hand...Love your channel and your creative mind. You truly Rock My Art World 🌎.. My inspiration book has so many LiaDia ideas that my book is getting full. in fact I filled one book and at least half the book(journal) has you name at top of page so I can give credit to you for inspiration. Sorry for the long word Salad...love ya Hugs Sheryl 💙🎨💙

[@zarali20]

This is stunning 😍 ✨️ I learned a lot from you . ❤️ from NJ

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖😊thank you, I'm so happy that you like it

[@Anjalifinearts]

This is absolutely beautiful colors and composition! I enjoyed watching your technique and creativity! It’s so inspiring the more I watch your video the more I want to play with Colors! Thank you for this sharing! Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖so happy you enjoy it Anjali

[@sheenadavis5422]

This is absolutely beautiful!!!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💕💖thank you!

[@donnettewilliams6337]

I love this!❤❤

[@carlawallingford897]

Beautiful work! ❤️

[@donnettewilliams6337]

That is gorgeous!!❤

[@nessela]

wow absolutely stunning

[@Pashanny824]

Absolutely stunning.

[@roz7620]

Gorgeous. I love the color.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you Roz🥰

[@yasmintapia9238]

I loved the colours n ur techniques

[@michelle_resinrebel]

So beautiful 😍 thanks for the tips ❤

[@jtme8108]

POSITIVELY BEAUTIFUL!!! Thank you. I truly like your layering. I thought the tray you covered was very beautiful, as well. However, both were very different, reflecting an extraordinarily talented artist. Thanks again!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🤩💖🥰thank you JT, you're so incredibly sweet. I appreciate your kind words and love of my art💕

[@marisabermudez9891]

I just falled in love with your way of creating this gorgeos tray! Thanks so much to share! I subscribe and I will follow you now!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰💖thank you! And welcome to my channel!

[@bezdek3505]

Gorgeous! Your technique is different from most and it's nice to see how differently you add elements and the layers they're in. Thank you!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰💖thank you.. I enjoy bringing in many of my other art techniques to resin... so that's why my approach is different😊

[@sheilasunsdahl2867]

Absolutely stunning!!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖🥰thank you

[@cjt97LG]

I love this tray so much. You are a master and are so generous to share your process with us. The details you provide are truly priceless. I am constantly inspired by your work. Thank you, Nadia, thank you, thank you, thank you!!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰💖thank your so much Carol! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video😊

[@hannekebb]

LOVE it!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖thank you!

[@carolynmozzone412]

Stunning!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖🥰thank you!

[@colleenford1078]

Stunning as always you are very talented 🥰

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you Colleen, much appreciated🥰

[@melissaphillis7247]

I love that the metallic pigments make that centre, I saw a branch and aussie gum leaves in the centre. Incredible tray

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🤩so interesting! A lot of people seem to like that effect... I'll have to create something with that intentionally some time🥰😅

[@pamelarocco2713]

Gorgeous!

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰💖thank you Pamela!

[@robyngill7623]

Just love this piece! I love watching you create, so inspiring. Thank you💞💯

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🤩💖thank you so much

[@mandicoleman7433]

This is gorgeous 😍 ❤ 💖

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖 Thank you!

[@rebeccahyatt7789]

Gorgeous, I Love this

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

😊💕thank you

[@georgetteanderson8980]

So gorgeous.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you!

[@cherylbriskey5467]

Beautiful

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you!

[@frannorgren3692]

You are always so inspiring. Another stunning piece. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰 thank you so much Fran

[@resinhomecraft2159]

Wow . amazing work

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖thank you, so glad you like it

[@patriciaharkin1571]

Beautiful art work.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰thank you

[@cherrycheesecake9629]

So beautiful! Your work is always so amazing. Enjoy watching you create 😊💕💕

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖💖💖thank you! I'm so happy that you like it🥰

[@mandicoleman7433]

I figured u made it so that border... I luv how that looks To add to using resin for the glitter... the resin continues to move n would do too much mixing. Instead of the darker just on the edge it would fully mix n

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

😅 well now you know how to achieve that look too! 😁. and Yes, it would

[@Sulzie65]

Very beautiful tray! Interesting to see the blending of the micas.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you Janet! - Yes, the magic of resin 🥰

[@roseosullivanIreland]

Hi, this tray is beautiful. Love the colours. Have a lovely day. Take care 🙂

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you Rose! You too!

[@sherryleggett1612]

That coaster is stunning! Will you have a video for that?

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

I didn't make a tutorial for this specific coloring in coasters, but here's another one I made, same technique. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGndaISHq7yabcU

[@brendalevi8919]

Gorgeous as always ❤️

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖thank you

[@brendalevi8919]

@@LiaDiaDesigns you're most welcome

[@doloresgreen1563]

Absolutely Stunning. Thank you for the tutorial. I too have trouble with the work time of resin, so I am highly thankful to learn about using gloss varnish. Would the clear ModPodge work the same as the varnish? Your vision of art is stunning. 👍😻👍

[@shannonclark5694]

😍

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰

[@herrod777]

OMG! I love pink and this is absolutely gorgeous! 💕 Question about your tray handles…I didn’t see a link. Where do you find such pretty handles? TIA

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Thank you! Just added the links! I meant to do that earlier but forgot🙈

[@herrod777]

@@LiaDiaDesigns thank you!

[@faal1805]

Oh My God this is soo beautiful ! I love the glam and color combination ! Did it dry completely before you poured another resin layer, so is sanding not needed?

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖thank you.. yes, the base layer was completely cured for about 12 hours.. for my resin I don't generally need to sand between layers

[@genettejennings5537]

Thank you again for showing how to do such a beautiful piece. I absolutely love it. I was looking through your product list and did not see the liquid latex that you use. I finally found some but it was kind of a challenge to locate. If you could provide the link to that for me, I would appreciate it. Again, absolutely beautiful.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰I'm so glad that you enjoyed the video. I got my liquid latex from a local Halloween/ costume store... so unfortunately I don't have a link... but pretty much any liquid latex will work

[@genettejennings5537]

Thanks. I finally got some and it is so much easier than taping the bottoms. Will you be doing a tutorial of the coasters that go with that tray? The flower work on those is just beautiful.

[@lindypetersen]

I prefer the talking videos ❤️

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰thank you Lindy

[@yunicancan8048]

Salam kenal dari saya di Indonesia 🙏🙏🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩, sukses selalu, sehat selalu, 👍👍👍

[@susanmartin9124]

I'm getting ready to do a copper tray for my mom. I am thinking greens.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🤩💖that sounds amazing! Coppers with green would resemble a patina effect!

[@tigerlilly1200]

Mine does that too , lol

[@stephie4ever]

I noticed you don't sand between coats/layers of resin....is that because of the type of resin you use or because you use the varnish? New sub here and loveee your work and how yu present information. Very calming voice but one can still hear the passion and the love you have for creating

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

💖welcome Stephie! So glad you liked the video. The type of resin I use doesn't need sanding as long as I pour the layers in a short time span... so I usually do a 2nd coat about 10 hours to a day after the 1st. Every resin is different though, so go with what your manufacturer recommends

[@stephie4ever]

@@LiaDiaDesigns Wow thank you so much for your reply! I didn't expect that....I am totally impressed and sincerely appreciative! And yes I suspected it might have been the type of resin but wasn't sure. I believe I am going to be in the market asap for a different resin lol. Ty as well for the links you give as well for the products you use. I am finding them quite interesting especially given the amount of waste material I have found after taking up resin as an art form!

[@marisabermudez9891]

Please, can you tell me what is the product you use to protect the back of you tray in the last resin coat? Thanks a lot.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

Liquid latex

[@marisabermudez9891]

@@LiaDiaDesigns thank you so much! I will try to buy it here in Spain!

[@AIRview2]

Absolutely devine! Thank you. Please talk.....

[@sherryleggett1612]

If they want no talking they can just mute it. I prefer the taking as you do it rather than a voice over, there is more info.

[@LiaDiaDesigns]

🥰 thank you

[@debrasmith3764]

rather hear you talking it’s much better