Resin jewelry tutorial for beginners

This video is a resin jewlery tutorial for beginners. The tips, tricks and techniques I use throughout this video are easy to follow and will show you how to fill an open backed bezel, closed bezel, make cuff links and cast in a jewlery mould for a flawless outcome. Additionally, I show how easy it is to dome without using a doming resin, how to clean up your bezels if there is a over spill and how to turn the finished pieces into jewlery.
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[@twilitepixie]

Hi Steve, love you’re videos. Just sharing a little tip I use, when putting your stickers in, I tend to pop a tiny amount of resin into the mold first, heat to remove bubbles, add my sticker then pour the rest of the resin on top. Still learning myself, just sharing the love.

[@eamoroso56]

I’ve been looking for a resin teacher I like, TAG, your it, 😆

[@margaretcunningham7146]

Wow!! This is a video and a half!! Jam packed with info!! Many thanks from Ireland!!

[@Nirrrina]

You have no idea just how useful your videos are. They're simple basic easy instructions to follow along & remember. Not to mention thorough. For someone about to start it's wonderful. Plus they're just plain entertaining to watch. I've really enjoyed them. As evidenced by how many I've watched before even getting around to trying my new kit. Now I'm going to watch this one because we have the same mold. Then I'm going back to the video I was about to watch of yours when this was recommended by KZbin. Love the experiments and money saving tips too!

[@carolynroth1281]

I’ve been wanting to try working with resin and your videos have inspired me to do so! Thank you so much!

[@davidmoore7115]

Fantastic tips, really helpful Steve. Thank you!

[@ediem4222]

Thank You so much for this video. I've been wanting to try to make some jewelry with resin. Tgis has been very informative.

[@missadkins5882]

Thank you! I’m loving your videos!♥️

[@suesmith9202]

I did some cufflinks with a photo and came out beautiful, I surprised myself lol.

[@lnc-to4ku]

Thank you so much for all your tips! Your pieces look so great!

[@torahobadiah]

Great video.You have answered many of my questions. Where do you buy the cuff links, individual moulds/ bezels etc? Thanks in advance

[@janettaylor9602]

Yes l am looking at them, fantastic.😀

[@carlas6168]

Really loved it❗️

[@jacquelinelowe4439]

Thank you. Its so refreshing to have someone down to earth & honest ( & easy to follow) help us beginners. Cheers 😉

[@muggywebster1117]

The lolliestick tip is worth its weight in gold. Thanks Steve!!

[@strangertimesparanormal]

awesome thanks buddy. jusr what i needed to know.

[@sanjanamylavarapu7526]

did you add colour to the resin or is it already coloured?

[@user-ez7dt7yg9k]

Is it possible to layer different opacitities of resin to make a cameo necklace? I've some ideas for classic interpretations as well as some goth/horror inspired ones.

[@wildplumbeauty]

Which stage needs really good ventilation because of the odour? The entire time it’s setting or just the first little while?

[@rabiabashirr]

What's filled in all the moulds ? Is all are paints or different colors ?

[@BlondeChickie]

Hi, Steve! I'm a baby resiner. I have bought the resin and some moulds and bezels, but have not started pouring and playing with it. I've spent the last couple of days watching your videos. How long should you wait for your resin to cure (to dome) if the working time is 30 minutes? Thanks

[@erddolbow7771]

Thx so much for this video ❤️

[@independentsistah]

Do you have to seal, I've watch others videos that do not seal?

[@karenalsela6011]

In the jewellery pack I got, I got the metal pendants and a clear bit that's the same shape and I don't know what those bits r for

[@stephenharvey6012]

Hi Steve, Thanks for making these tutorials they are very informative. You said in your video that you would add the link where you buy your chain from but I can't see it. Could you please tell us where and what size you use .

[@stephenharvey6012]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts Thanks Steve, I am in the UK.

[@BeetaPaul]

how did u add color to resin mix?

[@SkullHead-lm9vt]

What molds are u using and can u put flowers in the closed back ones

[@meganlass71809]

Do you have to seal the little picture for the cufflinks? What is the purpose of sealing it before pouring the resin? Could you just put the picture in the resin directly? what would happen?

[@michellesmith5994]

What about sublimated pictures or printed vynil do they need to be sealed?

[@marienix1099]

whats the best resin part a & part b 1:1 ratio to use for your projects? i'm curious?

[@10hockeymom1]

Could you use uv resin to dome?

[@loisdelullo3899]

Where do you get your bezels and chains?

[@shemdonmusiq6169]

Can I use regular tape doing this ?

[@shemdonmusiq6169]

Okay I see it thank you

[@shemdonmusiq6169]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts 😁

[@offairhead]

That is packing tape, not painters tape, that you used to seal the images for the cuff links

[@offairhead]

And again, when you are pressing your open bezels down on the tape,...packing tape not painters tape. Painters tape doesn’t stick very much bc it is designed to be able to pull off easily without pulling fresh paint off. Packing tape is very sticky bc it is meant to hold a heavy box

[@debbiegoble9836]

Can't watch you your not in camera view. Failed

[@Nirrrina]

Crafters that are equally as messy. Umm, no comment.

[@bdlc592]

You hide the process

[@cloudys7735]

CENTER YOUR CAMERA

[@aliciapedana1704]

Thank you sooo much for this video!! You covered a lot of issues I was running into and getting frustrated with. Much appreciated!

[@superhappygoluckybud]

Gloves babe if gets on your hands it can cause a reaction which is very nasty and sore and itchy you a nice person I'm worried about your hands sweety 🥴😘

[@SylverZone]

Why did you need to seal the bits you put in the cuff links Steve?

[@cindyfinn4845]

I need this video Steve thank you I will be rewatching this when Im all set my son is getting me the respirator for Christmas lol

[@cindyfinn4845]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts You're welcome my brain hurts coming up with ideas lol but I appreciate your knowledge it will be very helpful

[@cindyfinn4845]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts I should make notes but usually end up going somewhat in a different way my work may be bi-polar considering the directions I take our tree is up going to add lights later and sometime this week take pics

[@cindyfinn4845]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts LOL thats me to a "T", I guess I just have to folllow my heart or that suggestion that pops in my head..

[@cindyfinn4845]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts Yes and when it turns out I need a pleasant surprise my poor brain feels scrambled most days and I exercise it more than my body but find I love learning and being stimulated hopefully my body catches up some day...hehe

[@katiesmonsters6244]

"I just know how messy I am." 😂 yeah this tutorial is for me

[@dinanary3354]

Omg. I am having problems with my open back bezels. You make it look so easy!! Thanks for sharing this vidio!!

[@Gamingbish]

Great video...can I ask what brands of resin you like? I was looking into getting craft resin. Have you ever used it and if so what is your experience with it? Looking to make pendants and keychains too :)

[@jeangibsonmedley]

Doing open backs and have found it difficult. Thank you for the tape idea, I used tape before but apparently didn't work the bezel enough to securely seal it.

[@Groupie333]

I'm sorry but you lost me in a number of places. Cuff links: all I saw was brown paper workspace. All prep work was off-camera. Commentary: please work to a script, then it will flow rather then hearing pauses, ah', oh's etc. Though you may have all the information in your head, we are dumb-bunnies. You must assume that your audience has no knowledge at all. But beware of losing your work going off camera.

[@teresacarter8593]

Great video my craft room when am doing something is upside down haha but everything turns out good, thank you so much for sharing x😁🇬🇧

[@denisewoodley7785]

Hi Steve I've just subscribed to your channel it's so lovely to see a gent crafting I'm just learning to make these x

[@jyotsanawahal7028]

Hey Hi.. Do You Mix Paints In Your Resin? And What Kind Of Paint They Are? Can We Add Glitter Too In Resin?

[@jyotsanawahal7028]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts thank you so much sir.. 😊🙏🏻😊

[@abalzeris831]

I can't seem to find the US link for the deburribg tool.

[@archbud2334]

Very enjoyable Steve. Thank you. Where do you get the leather from? Warmest wishes to you

[@archbud2334]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts many thanks

[@andreab9570]

When you are doming. Do you add just Part A of the resin or a mix of both?

[@andreab9570]

Steve McDonald Arts and Crafts thank you. That’s very helpful.

[@Theperilsofbev]

You're ABSOLUTELY not the only "messy crafter" out there 👋 Thanks for that heated blade tip! I sure can use it, as always great tut, awesome personality! Thanks 👍

[@Karagami]

Amazing! I’m excited to get started ☺️ thank you for sharing your tips!

[@independentsistah]

Steve please help me! The front of my pendants look okay except for a few bubbles after it cured. However the back of my bezel look bad because I made a mess. Is there a way to clean them up? I don't want to throw them away. I have popsicle sticks and wood stuck to them.

[@dshe8637]

11:10 zipper?

[@dorothybroadbent6212]

Just bought these items..not yet attempted this lovely craft..It will be a good demonstration for me Steve, thank you

[@marylynnmcdaniel7415]

Informative! However i was looking for a tutorial on what kind of resin, how to mix and color etc. Do you have a video for that? Thanks

[@bmk5529]

Oh I really think that these are wonderful. I can’t pick my favorite. I absolutely love the cufflinks, of course the silver hearts make it special. I also love the larger green one and then the blue round one. Thank you so much for sharing. I still haven’t tried resin yet. Maybe after the holidays. Have a great week.

[@oanab.7813]

Hi Steve! Thank you for the video! I was wondering how can I add a phone number on the back of an open resin tag? 🙂

[@adeliabarker7082]

I recently found your channel and I have learned so much! I love your accent and you! Thank you for all the great videos.

[@LowVisionUKTerrysView]

the more of your videos I watch Steve, the more I cant wait to get started. thank you so much..Terry

[@garden_lilygarden4037]

Me and my friend are making resin. Earrings can we use this video to help us?

[@verelllarks3722]

Thank you. This video is awesome. You make it look so easy. What is the name of the heat gun you use?

[@arjaeolam3491]

Very informative 👍❣️ cant wait to start my resin art . From Philippines 💋

[@catslife5278]

How you do with picture do you print first.. I want to start I need help :)

[@ceesteven]

Nice work there Steve. Thanks for the tips. May God Bless

[@redsyrenco8172]

How do you removed the resin out of the jewelry if it messes up

[@pamclark8842]

Very nice video! I really enjoyed it and learned some things, too!

[@independentsistah]

What is the name of the stuff you use to shine up the back?

[@kellybunce4627]

Does alcohol ink in resin affect resin drying?

[@AdrianMcD1969]

Great ideas for presents. Thanks for the tips

[@ananyachaudhuri1419]

Can I dry resin without using uv Light?

[@isaflower5169]

I happend to have some issues trying to "peal of" the finished piece of the tape. It sticked strongly to it and not my jewelry is sticky on that one side. Does someone has an idea what to do? How to remove the stickyness?

[@isaflower5169]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts thank you, I will definitely try to use the alcohol.

[@zainabjaved9037]

Thanks for informative video

[@rendaowe]

I loved this video, thanks so much.

[@kaykrause4469]

Have you tried UV resin?

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thanks, Steve.

[@dianefink1978]

👍😀

[@speedyolsen6563]

Hey I’m a diabetic and epileptic so it’s difficult for me to get around as much as I used to be able to I used to be a very good gymnast since I was 4 to 13 got diagnosed diabetes at five and Epilepsy at 6 1/2 I’ve also got a few surgery sense so it’s difficult for me to keep up with my physical health mentally I’m very strong physically I’m not as strong as I used to be would this really help?

[@mandicoleman7433]

They're cute 😍 especially the cufflinks

[@jennifermassey9051]

I’m a beginner. I retired last year and this is a new hobby that I am enjoying so much. Watching your videos has been so helpful! Thank you!

[@janc424]

This has been very helpful, thank you so much for sharing this. One thing I wasn't clear about, did you let the original resin in the bezels cure for a while before adding the doming resin? Or do you make all the resin, including the doming clear at the same time, then add it after you have filled all the bezels if it's been about 30 minutes so that all the resin is at the same "age"? Thank you so much!!

[@susanmartin9124]

Literally you are the first person to heat up the knife. That makes it so much easier. Thank you!

[@cassie4611]

Thank you for sharing all of your work! I love watching all your videos!

[@SharmilaBalakumarSharmi]

How to make breast milk jewelry pls help

[@MagpieEyeBeads]

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