Using UV Resin A beginners Guide - Top 5 tips

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This week I wanted to share one of my Crafty Obsessions with you, UV Resin.
I absolutely LOVE working with UV Resin but it can be a little tricky, so join me for my top 5 tips.
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[@yvette_is_Mamacado]

I know this is old and will likely get lost but I'm leaving it as this is, without a DOUBT, THE MOST HELPFUL, STRAIGHT TO THE POINT, AND EASIEST TUTORIAL I've EVER used on ANY platform for ANY reason! If only ALL were so PERFECT! I'm a bored painter who began using cabachons (bought online) as a way to repurpose & not waste paint skins. With bezels & cabs it was so easy & I was HOOKED! And no longer bored! Then I was very recently introduced to UV Resin where i could make my OWN cabachons and so much more. Well, I didnt have enough info nor the proper vids and tutorials & tonight I nearly QUIT! I was literally in tears because I was so excited for this and in the last few days all my supplies had arrived. I finally gave it a go over the last few and I was actually quite surprised that I was just creating one hot mess after another! At midnight I went to bed completely let down and sad. Everything is all packed up because tomorrow it would be going into the basement corner and the painting would resume. My hopes for participating in all the Spring craft fairs here in small town Southern USA were DASHED....THEN I FOUND THIS VIDEO! I'm not exaggerating when I say that I am ENTIRELY hopeful again that I can do this and it's literally ALL because of YOU! Please do whatever you have to do in order to bring this video to the forefront and "current" again bc I KNOW I'm not the only one who's new to this, nor am I the only one for whom this video could breathe life into as a new UV Resin artist! For me..this video is MY GAME CHANGER and I THANK YOU SOOOOO VERY MUCH!!! Blessings 💜 from South Carolina (the deep South) USA~yvette❣️

[@mandyfish2468]

I've also just recently found this tutorial. I feel like you do, that all is not lost! I can confidently up my craft game.

[@PaulaStorm]

Hi Mamacado, I wanted to let you know that this message is the reason I have started making videos again. You are so kind and your encouragement got me back in my studio. So I hope you like my new video (its on UV Resin too). Hope you have a good day, Paula xxx

[@alisonmary1443]

Kept popping up and I thought it would be out of date, changes happen so quick but it was very helpful prob the best I've seen. Thank you, I feel prepared for my new venture 💖

[@Mrssparklesprite]

Looks like I got really lucky, as this was the first video I found on the subject and I watched it before I even tried using my kit! Thank you so much for saving me a lot of headache and wasted supplies! :D

[@yvette_is_Mamacado]

@@PaulaStorm 😵‍💫

[@VenezianoGatto]

This is the most helpful uv resin tips video I've seen yet. Thank you so much for this!

[@PaulaStorm]

So nice of you to say! Thank you xxx

[@elizabethsalvage4338]

Definitely!!!!

[@akimielyt8916]

I agree!!!

[@stephconnz]

I agree! Thank you so much!!

[@angelacampbell5005]

I wholeheartedly agree as well! Bravo! I also want to add that it really Thrills me to see your enthusiasm and enjoyment it really adds to the experience and is very motivating. I have always wanted to be an artist of some sort and resin has gave me the gift of that like I never thought I'd have!😍🙏

[@jaquelinetorres1797]

I failed really hard with 'regular' resin and thought I would never be able to make resin stuff again, until I found UV resin. But I still had so many doubts, and this video was everything I needed, thank you so much.

[@arianawishart2303]

I'm doing pretty decent on normal resin but having issues on UV resin though I do not have a bright/ strong UV light.

[@amydavis4945]

All very good info and tips/tricks. For some added fun... I use temp tattoos and nail foils on my UV resin pieces. Temp tattoos can actually be used DIRECTLY on the mold (use as usual...cut it out, remove protective sheet, put it face down in the mold, wet the paper backing and pull up the paper...**let it dry**) and then pour your resin on top of it. OR you can apply the tattoo directly on to an already cured piece. Either way I suggest doming over the tattoo to make sure it doesn't rub off eventually. Nail foils can also be used, in the same way you would put them on your nails. Take your cured resin piece, apply nail foil GLUE to the piece, cure the glue following package directions, apply the foil and again I would suggest doming it to lock in the foil art. You can ALSO use mica powder directly on the MOLD itself... I bought a bunch of tattoo/henna stencils on Amazon and I put the stencil down on the mold, color it in with mica powder, pull up the stencil and then pour the resin into the mold. The mica powder will stay right where you put it and "release" from the mold with the resin. Again, I like to dome everything, LOL! For me, the best lesson I learned with UV resin is to do large pieces (thick) in thin LAYERS. Since it only takes at most a couple minutes to cure, you can really afford to slow down and do thin layers for the best curing. Like you did with the black pigment, although with most other pigments you can go a little thicker before curing. The BEST tips that I got from your video is to not cure too fast on larger pieces... I didn't realize that was why I was having issues with "curling". I absolutely LOVE the idea of keeping my scraps... I hadn't even thought of doing that! I am absolutely loving UV resin because if I have to wait an entire day for resin to cure (reg. 2-part epoxy resin), sometimes I lose that "creative idea" I had for the piece when I started it.

[@PaulaStorm]

All fantastic ideas! Thanks for sharing xxx

[@angelacampbell5005]

My sentiments EXACTLY! I had wondered why my bookmarks were kind of Bowing and now I know! My boyfriend also does resin he makes Galaxy spheres which are just beautiful. He had mentioned to me to keep the scraps and really loved that you were seconding that LOL😅😏

[@yvette_is_Mamacado]

@Angela Campbell I'm curious about his galaxy spheres. I get the idea but like so often I wish we could add just a pic to YT comments. Obviously it would be the channel holders decision to post or not. Just a thought. 🤷‍♀️

[@jenniferbrook7618]

Best beginner UVresin tutorial I have found!

[@PaulaStorm]

So nice of you, thank you!

[@AyeshaShaSha]

OK so as someone who has used UV Resin for at least 2 years now, I STILL learnt something from you! I watched the whole thing and loved the idea of using the scraps at the end. You have such a kind hearted nature when you speak, very relatable and relaxing! Thank you so much.. I've just subscribed!

[@tylerkister4628]

Maybe you could help me at my local craft store there's light cure uv resin and hard cure uv resin whats the difference

[@tomlamb3885]

@@tylerkister4628 it will say on the bottle....

[@tomlamb3885]

@@tylerkister4628 I mean ask the craft store lol you didn't even say the brand

[@KatrinaSherokee]

When you said don’t throw away the scraps, I’m like “damnnnn she got hella tips” 😂😂😂😂😂 I appreciate you and this video! I’m learning so much, doing overnight research.

[@PaulaStorm]

Lol that could be my fav comment xx

[@user-fg2hn8rp2n]

Thank you for this video. As a non english speaker I really love the way you talk I can understand everything ^^

[@vivianviljakainen7334]

Same!

[@MissyMona]

I keep having to say this because it seems like no one actually knows. You should use a respirator even for UV resin.

[@dimitravasileiadou9771]

you're very right! I was about to say this. Same as gloves and safe disposal of the old resin bottles! It's still toxic

[@merbearlorelei]

I'm actually quitting resin because of all the danger associated with it. The scarier part is that videos like this don't even show you proper safety, not even gloves. Not good.

[@elizabethhar3769]

THANK YOU! I'd like to try UV resin for my creations as it looks easier than epoxy, but I was just wondering that (im also concerned about how often people put their fingers down the light every time they cure it :c)

[@dimitravasileiadou9771]

@@elizabethhar3769 yeah you'll also need protection from the uv light. Most youtubers dont show how to do it safely.

[@namasteavl]

How can you protect yourself from the UV light?

[@Starymoon.87]

I don't normally comment and like youtube videos. But I just had to do it to yours because I want to thank you for giving all these tips, you deserve it!! Thank you!

[@stephaniecarter973]

I love these ideas

[@craftnm7225]

Fabulous tips! Thanks a bunch!

[@allicia5188]

Awesome content! Thank you for sharing your experience and skills with us :)

[@Shakanta]

I have some UV Resin and molds arriving today and so happy I came across this video! Will be putting your tips into practice and I love Love LOVE the scraps idea 🥰

[@capstudioboutique8376]

Very helpful! Thanks for the tips!

[@willbezee4696]

Thank you for your tutorial ❤

[@CrayolaVerde]

Thanks for the info. I now feel confident enough to start playing around with resin.

[@Aumdove]

I’m hoping to start adding custom resin pieces to my micromacrame projects so this is exactly what I needed to know!! Thank you so much for taking your time to explain everything so well and those camera angles are so helpful. Excellent video!!

[@ritaprovencher6048]

Thanks! What a great bunch of tips!

[@pamelaengleman3692]

Thank you for all the wonderful information!!

[@TheLoneAnimator]

I recently bought the Crafty Adventures UV resin to make eyes for puppets, or rather, the irises of the eyes. The resin creates a lens effect on the eye, which is just a plastic ball from an old faux necklace. I file down a flat round area on the ball, paint on the iris, or add a photoshopped print-out of an iris, and then simply add the resin over that. It cures in less than a minute and looks great.

[@inezbeckford2632]

This video is incredible! I just started with Uv resin and this is the most helpful video I seen ❤️

[@michaelgiancristofaro8632]

This is such a helpful video, thank you!

[@veroniquewhitaker6815]

Fantastic tips, thanks so much for sharing!

[@my02]

After finding your video I feel more confident to begin my next craft adventure. You are awesome. Best tutorial ever.

[@4m4de4]

I have seen so many (uv) resin tutorials, but none of them had such useful tips as you have. Thanks a lot for sharing Paula!

[@candaceparsons529]

Thank you for all the useful information

[@amandameares2772]

Amazing informational video. Thank you

[@charlottemoore58]

I was really interested in UV resin so I bought some. I have been looking for a video like this ever since. Thanks so much!!

[@hannahshiffman7390]

I'm just getting started with UV resin and so far, this is the simplest tutorial I've found! I had no idea there was resin out there that you didn't need to mix! Go figure! That'll save me time!

[@cherylauditor4286]

Great video with wonderful tips ! Thanks !

[@christinemccullough7340]

Your video was so helpful! Thank you! ❤

[@rozehendrix3844]

I’m a newbie... and looking forward to new adventures working with UV resin.I loVed the galaxy pendant you made.Thank you for inspiring and can’t wait to see more...

[@MakeupMobster]

This was probably one of the most comprehensive, informative uv resin videos I’ve ever watched! Thank you!

[@thisisfab61]

All your tip’s really were a great help thank you

[@nanette9103]

This video was really helpful. Thank you!

[@sarahkinnaird8942]

Thank you so much for this! I’m completely new to UV and have just started using the two part epoxy resin. This has been the most helpful and informative piece of information. I hadn’t thought of UV, but am loving the minimal cure time!

[@marytomlin2566]

Thank you, Paula, this 28-minute tutorial has helped me a lot. I have worked with epoxy resins for 6 years, but know I'm ready to try something new. All the tips were great!

[@crgb6724]

Thanks so much for all your helpful tips!!!

[@MsAnnyKate]

Such a clear and concise video. Thank you.

[@morgana235]

You are wonderful. I just started with this craft. I'm not really a crafty person but tired of spending so much on accessories. I'll make my own. I run into trouble because I'm like a child with the attention a golden retriever lol I'm also sorta daft and hard to teach. This was brilliant. You answered my questions, and I learned a great deal. Thank you. You were born to teach. I'm excited for this new craft.

[@MelaniePhoenix]

Thank you so much for your excellent resin guide! I can't wait to get started on such a fun craft and your tips and tricks are going to make crafting so much better ☺️

[@patriciadalgleish1093]

You explain so well. Brilliant ❤️

[@karenhadden4980]

Great tips! Thanks!

[@trixeyagain]

I just started UV Resin and have had a few fails. After watching several videos and tips, yours is by far the best! Very clearly spoken, great information, great instructions, and love the extra tidbits you add. Definite new subscriber and can't wait to watch more of your videos! Thank you for your help.

[@janineachey1420]

This was the most informative, easy to understand, and helpful UV resin video I have ever seen! I was intimidated and a little confused to try it but now I am much more confidant and can’t wait to put this information to use! Thank you so much!

[@zoritsanepenthe638]

So many good tips for beginners. Thank you!

[@vangiefich]

Thank you for great information and a great training video!

[@MelissaWilkie]

This has been the most informative video I’ve seen, and I’ve just bought the beginner set from your store ☺️ can’t wait to get creating!!

[@korezine3854]

This is very helpful! I just started AB resin and it was so difficult and messy and hard to perfect. I'm thinking of trying UV Resin so that it's easier to make more designs and I can work slowly. Your video is clear, easy to follow, and organized. Thanks a lot!

[@foreverlovedlex9718]

THANK YOU!!! THIS VIDEO WAS SO HELPFUL THANK YOU THANK YOU!!

[@juliwwoodhouse3040]

thank you this really helped me cannot wait to start now.

[@carmenaviles779]

I'm new with uv resin and those tips will help me a lot. Thanks.

[@PaulaStorm]

You’re most welcome x

[@Coral256]

Thank you so much for this. The final tip about pieces curving has really had me near the point of giving up on UV resin. I'm trying to make a cell phone stand and was on the right track about it curing too fast, creating the curve, but didn't know how to remedy the problem. This tutorial is a lifesaver! Will try your tip and maybe have a phone stand by bedtime 🙂

[@revondawashington2014]

The most helpful video

[@juellove2378]

I love this video and the music. Thank you.

[@elysegotham7703]

I love using scraps!! And I do some crazy, but very fun and some beautiful and unique pieces. Thank You for showing how you save and use them. My moto is “no resin pieces left behind”. I also do Memorial Art. And must use everything. As I can’t “discard” someone’s Mom or beloved Pet! I love your channel and watch everything You do! Thank You for so much wonderful information! 🙏🏻❤️

[@priyankatyagi580]

I m from india..this video cleared many of my doubts. Thank you!

[@julievanember23]

Extremely informative!

[@kittieknight1539]

Thank You so much for your advice and informative information.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Great tips Paula!! I love that you save your resin scraps for other projects!! I never thought about making your own buttons but makes sense if you want something special. Plus buttons can be expensive!!

[@PaulaStorm]

Don't the scrap projects look awesome! I LOVE using up all my scraps and making really cool stuff with them, much like your cardboard house ;) xxx

[@cubinican1218]

SUPER helpful! I'm a mixed media jewelry artist, so I would love to see more of your jewelry making techniques!

[@jackienewell2777]

This was such a great video

[@ddeleon21delmar]

Such a helpful video! Thank you 😄😄

[@amandajones6481]

Dear Paula, THANK YOU for such a great video. I never thought about curing UV resin from the back, but, of course, it makes perfect sense. When I started using UV resin, after years of usqing only the 2 - part resin, I bought very cheap UV resin and I really didn't like it . Then a crafty friend recommended a wonderful UV resin from an American store called: "Just Resin". I'm hooked on it now, it's not expensive and it cures quickly and beautifully. Please try it, love from Amanda in Australia xoxo :-)

[@Jas-cn3hl]

Thank you for posting this... I know it's old but I just came across it and I love it. I've been thinking about getting into resin and this was extremely informative and very helpful. You actually answered questions I've had and questions I didn't know I should ask. I've done some Jewelry making and other crafts and have so many things like nail art and other stuff that I used for it that I can use for resin. I've held on to so many ideas for resin crafts and now I think I'm ready to make them happen

[@purovialdesigns8428]

Thank you! This was so helpful!

[@QuynhNguyen-xn5gu]

Thank you for the awesome tips, Paula!

[@MrEmerys89]

Very informative! Especially about using mod podge to seal fabric or paper products. Also good to know how to get darker colors to cure. Been wanting to get into UV resin lately

[@vivelavidalivelife3617]

Flame thrower. New subbie

[@pawtasticcrew6657]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@KaxantheDragon]

Thanks so much! Very helpful

[@marciahalloran2686]

Hey Paula, would you be able to do one of these (tutorial) on different fusible fleece or interfacing. There is so many, and I really don’t know the difference. Thank you 😀

[@PaulaStorm]

Great idea Marcia, I’ll add it to my list 😃

[@sallyharden8706]

Never commented on anything before but I love this! It has made me determined to do some resin making!!

[@deushache]

Such a helpful video. Thank you!

[@anastasiachristopoulos1628]

Explained everything so well! Thank you

[@debyoda924]

This is a very good tutorial. I too do a lot of crafty things, sewing, embroidery, quilting, cricut and many more. You have now encouraged me to give this a try. I ordered the kit and I was so happy to know that I could get it in Australia. Thanks heaps.

[@NortelGeek]

Thank you so much! I'm new to UV resin and this was a huge help! I make keycaps and it always seemed like every 2nd or 3rd cap would not come out right. Since I make my own molds, I use clear silicone--and curing from both sides really helps. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🇺🇸 ❤ 🇦🇺

[@PaulaStorm]

So glad I could help! Have a great Christmas x

[@brownsugar1958ful]

Please share on how to make your own molds thanks

[@bevfoley8834]

Thank you that helped a lot!!

[@startrekfangirl]

Nicely done, wonderful pieces.

[@jasmingovers4403]

This was really helpful! Thankyou so much! But the fact that you did not have any protection made me worried, in other video's for beginners they said that you need a respirator, gloves, glasses and a good ventilated room. So I was wondering why you did not warn us new people for those dangers? I am not being mean, I just am curious and I absolutely loved your video!

[@PaulaStorm]

I very rarely get resin on my skin as I use moulds and tools, so I don’t feel the need to wear gloves all the time, but if I know it’s going to be a messy project I do wear gloves. I also work in a very well ventilated area (behind my camera are 2 glass doors that are the length and height of the wall) so I only wear a mask when using 2 part resin or when making big projects that give off fumes. Of course it is totally up to the individual to make those safety choices for themselves. I highly recommend people who are new to (Uv and 2 part) resins use gloves and masks. I had no idea that this video would blow up like it has, so I am putting together a new list of tips to make another video. PPE will be included in the next video x

[@kikiokellern7351]

GLOVES! At minimum anyone working with resin needs to wear gloves. Respiratory mask is highly recommended too. You can develop allergies over time and it can be very dangerous.

[@dogloverlmh9197]

True!!! The thing most people don't realize is that becoming allergic to resin is HUGE! If you become allergic most knee and hip replacements use resin!

[@luvcrafts2day]

Great video lots of great tips for us beginners.

[@tarahuddleston3427]

Thanks for your info, very informative

[@chloeainsworth4334]

I have learned so much from this video, thank you

[@megandowell6848]

Love that flower pendant!

[@marydunn8513]

This was very helpful !

[@tammiemcdaniels4838]

Wow! Thank you for all of the helpful information! Your video is awesome!

[@noralbacorreajimenez2817]

I do love all of them.

[@satisfyingyoursoul854]

Everything u make is beautiful

[@omahmadrashid6320]

Thank you. Very helpful video. 🌸

[@deborahkirkland2350]

Thanks it was very informative Debbie

[@sharonnibbs1301]

Great video!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and tips.

[@keithlunny2873]

Thanks for the tips.

[@reneebesancon811]

So much helpful information! Thank you so much, Paula!

[@mariewilliamson9587]

Love them all

[@jeanninekohler178]

Love the rectangular pendant ❤️

[@makadalibert8815]

Love the idea of scraps turned out beautiful.

[@peanutelephant9386]

This WAS SOOOOO HELPFUL! THANKS A MILLION!

[@lucerofigueroa2554]

Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU so much this was so helpful.