THEY MESSED UP! New Miniverse Molds Are A FAIL

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[@chefash8769]

never been this early omgggggg

[@spleenforsoul]

Hopefully, you see this. The new miniverse kits need a stronger UV light to work. So many creators online had to get new, more powerful UV lights. That's why the pieces weren't sticking on the teapot. That's also why you had problems with the last miniverse kit. It's not the resin or the kit, its the UV light. Hopefully, you see this before you do anymore miniverse kits.

[@NoName-kc8bx]

can you not promote a deceptive app please?

[@lonnibaird8018]

​​@@spleenforsoulI have the new light, and I'm still having problems with getting the resin to cure. It takes forever!

[@dixierae6063]

What is with the commercials Jackie. They are ridiculous.

[@DanteSolablood]

Hey Jackie, as a Brit.. I can confirm that the "clothing" is called a tea cozy. It's super British and is meant to keep your teapot warm.

[@megharris3088]

I was coming to say the same thing!! ❤❤

[@scottishlass4121]

​@@megharris3088 Same! Lol.

[@southparkfirefly]

Lol same as above~ I liked it to get it noticed more!

[@ShuGal88]

Yep me too.

[@cherylburns-n4p]

Same!! From the UK too. My Nan bless her always used a cozy that she more than likely knitted. And it probably matched the dolls knitted dress that went over the toilet roll, it looked like a big knitted puffy skirt! Please say someone else knows what I mean.😊

[@amandadeprey4250]

I have been running into the same problem with the new resin not curing :-( luckily I have monitor lizards and their UVB bulbs seem to do the job quite well but I will be looking into a new uv crafting lamp so I don’t have to interrupt my lizards lighting to cure my projects (don’t worry I’ve never put uncured resin anywhere near my animals)

[@lr7747]

Tea cozy- they are either crochet or knitted and keep the kettle warm longer or prevents you from getting burnt. My Nana made and used them.

[@christimorris387]

There definitely are flowers and plants with thick fuzzy stems, The sweater on the teapot is called a Tea Cozy, and the green teapot is s replica of Carnival Glass which is really interesting! You can easily go thru a wormhole about all the different styles, where that pattern was from. These actually are given out at carnivals and prizes. It was super popular from about 1925 to 1930 ( I had to google that) and people would collect whole sets of a design or color. Most of them have that pearly shine. The most popular is a green one glows under uv light and looks a bit like Absinthe.

[@HaleyEden]

Uranium glass :)

[@lyndzparker]

Love me some uranium glass. To many replicas these days, but recently found several authentic pieces while at a huge antique mall ❤

[@pigeonstarr]

I loved these sets, worked fine for me! BUT i use a UV flashlight meant for rock chips on windshields!

[@kimimanes2438]

Oh my gosh, the light my hubby has for that did not work on ours! I was shocked! I've ordered a new light tho, so hopefully soon we can finish our projects! 😆

[@khowler]

They made the resin too opaque so that's probably why it didn't bond to the handles. Which is a shame. They should have included a small bit of glue instead of using uv resin. I know you like your little UV light, but the Let's Resin double sided uv light is the bomb! It cures both sides at the same time! I love it. I use it for all my small uv mods.

[@buzzyladsonly9932]

The silicon thing is a tea-cosy. They are pretty common in the uk, they are usually knitted or crocheted. They are supposed to both insulate the tea pot to keep it warmer for longer and make it safer to pick up without burning yourself.

[@HandsomeJezdaNikki]

Because I don't have the proper light for it I've been using my other resins with the molds. I think it's cool that in the newer projects they give you a reusable mold so you can make as many as you want with your own resin

[@CrickBritt]

I just wish they'd give you a mod of the handles and lid for the teapot 😭 but I guess they wouldn't want it entirely replicable

[@erinserai]

In general the resin isnt great but a hard, strong uv light helps too.. the little nail light has given many good hours but may not be qualified for the job

[@crystalfire294]

I too have been having a lot of trouble with curing things in the new miniverse stuff. I saw a lot of comments about using a different light, and decided to give it a shot. It totally works better! I'm glad because there's so many I want to try making!

[@WhatsMyFandom]

My fave part of this series is the molds! It's nice being able to make more than one thing now.

[@KBish]

The “clothing” for the teapot is a cozy (keeps the tea warm)

[@Littlekaylee1981]

Hey Jackie! I need all of these! You know I love you, but I had to LOL at you calling the tip for the bottle a "muzzle"! I think you mean "nozzle".

[@Bell-jw1vf]

The cloth around the kettle is likely trying to represent a crochet or knit cover to protect the kettle from dust/ help it keep the temps as well as decoration ❤

[@buzzyladsonly9932]

@Bell-jw1vf where I'm from, we call those a tea-cosy

[@norupologies5926]

The "dress" for the first one is a teapot cosy haha. It keeps the pot warm for longer 😊

[@opalcarroll3195]

You put the water in the kettle to heat and then pour the hot water into the teapot with the tea. The clothes is known as a tea cozy. It is usually cloth or yarn and is there to keep the tea warm.

[@StaceyLouise24]

Can we have an update on sika been a while ❤

[@MsAquamonkey]

The teapot has a teacosy! That's what they're called. They're usually knitted and really cute.

[@DillyTheWestie]

Kitty teapot silicone thing is a tea cosy it made to look knitted

[@ТеодораАндреева]

Omg when I heard the cat purr in the begging I turned to see where my cat is! That was so funny 😂

[@Light_Queens]

I'm really surprised at how much trouble you had hardening the resin in the vase. I have made several of them, and the teapots and cups and didn't have any trouble curing them with my uv light. The only trouble I had was with the candle molds, those needed a lot of time under the light.

[@ql2ku]

@Light_Queens im here because my daughter got a bunch of these and they wont set in the oven on multiple runs. Even resin thats exposed to light is still stivky

[@Light_Queens]

@@ql2ku I guess I got lucky with this set, because I didn't have any problems at all with any of them. I had way more trouble with the LotR set. I couldn't get anything to harden enough to take out of the molds.

[@kaitlinwhite4918]

The cat cups reminded me of this really cute cup, saucer, and spoon set I found online where the saucer has a notch in it so it can sit on top of your cup to keep your drink warm with the spoon still in it.

[@xx_kaylabby7239]

Thank you for all your hard work jackie, i grew up watching your videos. and even now i cant fall asleep without watching one of your videos, you are amazing!! continue to inspire and do what you do!! much love❤

[@RinasAMaker]

Jackie - You’re using THE WRONG LIGHT!!! You need a solid 365NM UV or the new resin won’t work!

[@soogymoogi]

I gotta check what the one I use for my 3d printer resin is, cause I LOVE those cat cups

[@JamesKelleyGrnltrn2814]

I came here to say this. Also, a much stronger one will make a huge difference! ❤ You're awesome! Thank you for all the excellent content!

[@caitlinmerlino2192]

How do you find this special light

[@kesami123]

I have a very strong UV lamp. I purchased the new MGA LotR mini verse stuff. It was a DISASTER. The molds are too thick to allow for proper penetration of the UV light. Not to mention getting those tiny swords/daggers/axes out of the molds was a nightmare. I appreciate that the molds were very well made and very detailed, but they just don't work at this scale.

[@alexsoares5739]

so what you're saying is... SHE IS DOING IT WRONG! XD

[@MajaSzewczakColour]

My favourites were the coral seashell and the colourful gradient vase. I love the colourful gradient vase. All the colours together look so good blended into one vase.

[@The_Lazy_Crafter]

Resin artist here, babe you need a stronger light (higher wattage) I know this is what they say to use but clearly they lie. Please please never rouch uncured resin xoxoxox

[@CrickBritt]

​@@EphemeralFairyQueenI have to weigh in, because I have made one of these teapots. It does cure in the sun. It takes at least a full day or two of direct sunlight, but it definitely does cure. Ive started using left over resins to make even more, and wing the handles, works out pretty well, too! These molds require A LOT more time, but they do work. I'm sure the instructions lie, I do not read or rely on them, which is unfortunate

[@KittyCleary]

360nm uv light

[@KittyCleary]

Mine cured better in the sun any way

[@Aristier]

The kettle is so cute. That black and white piece is a tea cozy. It keeps the water warm after cooking. I love your videos!

[@Fern_Silly]

JACKIE THERE ARE BEETLEJUICE MINIVERSES, YOU SHOULD GET THEM!!

[@LaPetiteDeath]

thats only one rare in the halloween set, its not a full line

[@selenawolf2466]

I'm trying to get the sandworm, but sad they didn't add a few other Beetlejuice items - they could've done the wedding cake, shrimp cocktail, Delia's sculptures, etc...

[@rebeccawalcott555]

Where?

[@baileygalea5780]

for the cat teapot, that's called a tea cozy! they are meant to keep the tea inside the pot warm for longer!

[@monicahyland8641]

The one you made from the extra resin is my favorite, I love different. It’s a one of a kind ❤

[@nateshacollishaw3054]

You need to do the make it mini happy hour!!! I just seen them at my walmart (i live in Newfoundland Canada) didn't even know it was a thingggg 😂❤

[@babynaruto86]

xD i love the cat kettle, and its a tea cozie i think its just decor for the tea pot and so its not hot to pick up or touch on rl pots

[@horrificgoat]

Jackie, I hope you'll do the Halloween series again this year!!! 🧡🧡🧡

[@interceptthis4141]

Well, it’s been a long time Jackie I’m happy I made my way back to this channel ❤

[@gothiccharms]

I was surprised at the silicone tea cozy! LOL When I looked at this set I didn't realize it was there. I got REALLY LUCKY. I bought ONE, hoping it would be the black cat cup set and it was!!! So, the cup set is essentially the same set up as the tea pots, PITA to try and get the handles on. I actually kept the items that were one use so I can make molds of them. :D I have to say that I am hopelessly addicted to these Mini Brand sets. I've been upcycling the cases they come in with art projects so its a win win!

[@claragreenfield6317]

You should tru getting a good quality UV flashlight. I used to use one of those UV lights you use for my UV resin and sometimes it took forever! but this new one I got hardens it in seconds and I am never going back xD The one I used to use is normally for uv nailgel so they harden slower so it doesnt get too hot.

[@PrismaticTentacle]

It's called a tea cosy ^_^ my Nana used to make them, they're knitted little jackets that you put on a teapot to keep it warm lol

[@kell0125]

I'm honestly glad to see you struggled with the jade tea pot too my friend and I got that and we struggled and thought it was us. Yours did turn out better tho

[@ConcernedCoffee]

Some flower stems are indeed fuzzy! A lot of them are actually! 🥰

[@tabberz365]

I Shall from now on call all of my tea cozys "teapot sweaters" and no one can stop me!!!! I Shall even print a label for the drawer I keep them as such just so I can watch the confusion on peoples faces when they come over for tea! fear my domestic chaos! FEAR IT!

[@rosedawn21]

I got the mushrooms and the planters and I struggled so much with curing them! I left them in the California sun for a few hours 😅that seemed to help but there was still a kind of sticky residue on one of my planters 🫤

[@Xalon8899]

I WANT TO SAY I LOVE UR CONTENT i just got home from a 8 hour shift and it made my day to see that you uploaded love tyou thanks for all you do jackie

[@CeraAshrax77]

Im not 100% sure but I think the plastic tray is supposed to help kinda refract the light around the molds. I used it when I made the kitty teapot (the same one you got) and it came out nice. I did also use bright Arizona sunlight and left it for a little longer than the directions say so maybe that was it

[@caroltanton2030]

The little teapot sweater thing Is called a tea cozy

[@LizzyMarieTina]

I usually use the regular 2-part resin with these molds. I wish the kits came with molds to make the handles and spouts and lids so you dont have to make your own if you want more teapots

[@spritiualguide1010]

Good morning Jackie I am spending my birthday with you and everyone sending blessings of LOVE &LIGHT

[@Nirrrina]

Happy Birthday!

[@hyperfocused7029]

Have a fantastic birthday!

[@spritiualguide1010]

@@Nirrrina thank you

[@spritiualguide1010]

@@hyperfocused7029 thank you

[@AlithiaBruno]

Happy birthday!!!!

[@Xanthelei]

6:10 I wasn't looking and I swear I heard Jackie say "planter butts." I did a double take and had to go back to see if somehow, someone had green lit tiny planters with little butts on them! Also I would love to see you try using your own UV resin and try to match the dark color of the teapot. I'm wondering if it was a combination of the dark color + the resin change, maybe it just needed more time to fully set up? I'm thinking it probably was just too dark in color though. As a lover of orange, I gotta say that looks like a very nice orange they picked!

[@AshTheHermit]

I heard that too 😭😂

[@kerriproper5843]

I do admit that the jade teapot was absolutely adorable as well as the kitty teapot too, definitely cute 🥰🥰🥰

[@AfrozaYeasmin-ol9li]

The way Jacki just what's the editor moustache in her face it was so funny 😂😂😂

[@haruhi7745]

Thank You for your honest reviews 😌👍🌷💙🤍

[@escapedgoat5865]

These are more for adults I'm glad they moved away from kids toys to something that should be in the craft section for adults. Now they can make them more craft project like I with an age recommendation

[@florencetheunicorn]

Now, if only the stores would sell them IN the craft sections, instead of the toys sections. 🤔

[@escapedgoat5865]

@florencetheunicorn I always thought the uv resin was crazy to be in a kids toy but I think they were worried if they didn't target kids. Being they are really a kids toy brand. Kinda messed up experimental thing they did there. But I'm glad they seen there is a huge adult crafting market that love this stuff. I love the idea of a more detailed time consuming project with what they had going on. Only concern is with the added mold and stickers they are going to be much more expensive. Now my next critic is they need to take out thr blind box element out of it. Thats something for other items. For this I'm not trying to get things I don't want. I don't want the element of surprise if the price goes up

[@lonnibaird8018]

They are still sold in the kids section at Walmart though.

[@escapedgoat5865]

@lonnibaird8018 that need to change that. I was thinking they just need to move ot to the craft section thry wouldn't lose money but these things are probably in toy stores which I don't think there is a craft section or adult only section. I guess thry probably would lose money if they did the right thing. Which is remove it as a toy. Because I think most people buying these are aware of the resin but it's not everyone. It's dangerous. Some parents or especially older family members shopping for gifts can get this as a gift and thr parents may. It know what it is and that resin could fall into the hands of a small child. Man the more I think about this I dont know how there is no lawsuits. I don't want for this to he a thing where it's not sold I want it to be available and do good so they continue to keep coming up with new items but I really think it's a matter of time a child gets hurt and these are banned all the way around. I frickin love that these are available just not targeting kids

[@lonnibaird8018]

Hi Jackie. The first cat teapot you made looks strange. It has two faces. The face on the lid, and the one on the sweater. It would look better if they didn't put a face on the sweater. Otherwise, it's a cute idea. A clearer mold would help too. I don't know why they would make them so opaque. The green one is absolutely gorgeous!

[@dawnwatkins6554]

The stripped thing you put on the first tea pot is called a tea cozy. They are used to help keep the tea/water warm.

[@SUGARDECLIPSENails]

Jackie did u see the new hello kitty mini verse ones they just dropped?? They are pretty cool

[@cakomp]

It's a tea cozy. It keeps the pot warm so the tea stays hot.

[@creative_carrie]

I love that they gave you a tea cosy!! So so cute!

[@haileym5912]

I want the rose colored teapot and teacups, the tabby tea pot and cups (also the calico are adorable too) the regular mushroom candles and maybe those seashell vases

[@TinaBilledeaux]

You are so hilarious, your monocle and mustache! 😂❤

[@mallorycolsmann1772]

If you want to see a plant that’s fuzzy and feels amazing to touch.. try and find “lambs ear”!! It’s a leaf 🍃 and it feels like a plushie!! My mom used to have them in her garden

[@PugwashAnime]

'Kettle and teapots are the same', really, Jackie? Right in front of my Yorkshire tea.

[@Tea_and_Crafts]

I used my meltable gel casting stuff (composimold) to make a lid for my jade pot that matches the pearly finish. The spout is next on my list, I think I can live with the handle being non pearly. I did find the resin in these took TIME to cure. I actually left them in a window on a small tin lid for a whole day to be extra sure. Next batch I make, cause how can you not make more when you have a mold, I'm going to try layers.

[@CheshireFiles]

My MiniVerse Harry Potter Potions from Amazon came with one of those tags....guessing it's something they're doing now? Also I just yelled at the screen on the first teapot not to glue/resin the handle in yet...but the tea cosy (sweater) fit over it. Was going to say you could always make molds out of all the pieces to make a two part mold of your own -- by using stuff from Jackie's not another crap kits....lol They flocked the flowers.

[@ashtyncollins1818]

Ahh shout out nerde ahhh binging your videos as an adult who doesn’t want to buy toys but you can

[@gumisora]

I was worry about the peak of the teapot, and I am glad they use a attached one! 😂 I really wanted to try this project, I feel so behind 😢

[@WendysWeirdWorldStories]

I have never done any resin crafting, but I look forward to trying it when I have more time and space to do so! I love your videos, Jackie!

[@patriciamesa9710]

I do like the shell flower pot. That would be pretty with different color resin. 🎉

[@bradstreet222]

For some of these resin projects, if you find the best method using that little standup lamp, I’d maybe use a sheet of tin foil over the top to help reflect the light!! You could even set the item and light on a longer piece and wrap it up and over so it reflects more underneath a bit. Still important to flip the piece around a fair bit, but tin foil helps!!

[@Misguided1111]

I think the little cover for the teapot 🫖 is a kettle cozy…my great grandmother used to crochet them

[@croChimerical]

I dont get why the dont add pippettes to these ones. The LotR ones come with tubers/pippetes to get the resin into the bottom of the mold without bubbles, why not these??

[@jasonparker5279]

Hi Jackie it is not a kettle it is called tea pot and the rubber sleeve called tea cozy to keep heat in.😎

[@scifugitive2]

I also had a cat teacup, and I finally used a TINY drop of hot glue to keep the handle and spout on.

[@anthonylawson518]

These are so much fun! I really like how much more interactive they are, so many more learnable craft skills! 💚💚💚🍄🐸🌎🍄🐸🌎😶‍🌫️ You always brighten my day! Peridot say hello....😊

[@valeriereneeharper]

What plants feel like a carpet? Lamb’s ears are fuzzy and softer than carpet and they smell like juicy fruit gum :) I love them!

[@kaybaker6601]

You are so funny you have me in stitches. I just love your channel.

[@LemonSherbetCandy]

For making extra ones, Maybe going mixed medium and making the spout/lid/handle from clay could work.

[@kikagoods]

I love these lovely tea cups

[@Nirrrina]

I just realized that weird silicone cover is a tea cozy. If I remember right they're little things that go over your tea pot to help keep it warm. Kind of like a sweater for your tea pot.

[@Nirrrina]

Hey Jackie, I'd love to see if you could make your own mold with these to be able to make more pieces from it. Maybe even try to come up with an alternative to the little stickers too. Might be kind of fun to try multiple ways of making it.

[@jessf_2001]

One of my favorite plants is called Lamb's ear. it is very soft to the touch.

[@lhimalcolm24]

Jackieeeee it's not a silicone teapot dress! 😂 It's called a tea cozy, and they can be made of all sorts of fabrics (eg: crochet, quilted fabric). They're to keep your tea hot. ❤

[@amandafletcher5805]

Lol 'dressing a kettle'. That's how I choose to refer to tea cozies from now on 😂

[@amandagebel2528]

The teapots adorable I like the warming cozy koozie

[@amyllewellyn676]

I love the one that you made Jackie. It was really pretty.

[@ilsejustme303]

also is you light still good? because a pet uv light wears off after a couple off months of use ,it is still a light but does give the uv anymore.

[@nerdecrafter]

It’s still good! I’ve used it on other items after this video and they’re all perfect

[@arualblues_zero]

What I would do with the gold dust one: I would coat the other bits with my nail gel chrome top coat, then rub the powder on it, then coat the whole thing with my top coat.

[@Bad_Wolf32]

I love this series. I haven’t had a problem with the resin so far, but I also make sure I cure them under a light for a lot longer than needed and rotate them regularly making sure the light hits every side, too and bottom of the mold too. I’m just disappointed you only get enough handles for 2 cups, but the resin definitely makes 4. If you can make a mold of the handles you have a way to make as many as you like that way. I ended up making a third remix with “coffee and cream” and it looks great.

[@nerdecrafter]

I definitely cured them for WAY longer than any other set. Even an hour for the last one

[@Bad_Wolf32]

@@nerdecrafter that is so bizarre! Maybe a the different stronger light will make a difference for you.

[@Llyrically_llama]

The flowers they gave you in the vase kit are anemones/poppies. Their stems are indeed fuzzy IRL The yellow ball ones are Craspedia/Billy balls

[@guineatte]

You are right. I was looking for this comment. There are quite a few flowers and plants that feel super fuzzy, like lamb’s ear.

[@kristinewells961]

The little striped cat "shirt" is a tea cozy people used to make to keep the pot warm.

[@svetozarsb]

This is to cute I just got my first mini verse that was the Harry Potter one and I am obsessed 🤩

[@witchywoman4139]

Great vid as always, Jackie! FYI, for those who follow this channel and enjoy the miniverse brand, the appliances are re-stocked on Amazon for those of you who missed it the first time, or who simply want some extras. I was too late to the party before, but I got nice and stocked up this go-round, yay! Thanks for turning me on to miniverse, Jackie...I love you, but you breaka mah wallet's heart.

[@saranunes4151]

I have the same uv light as you and often takes me a long time to get the resin to harden with these projects. However if it is a sunny day and I'm able to take it out into the sun light then it only takes 30 second to harden well.

[@leehughes6565]

Absolutely love watching Ur channel Jackie. Been watching u since near the start. I especially love Ur crafting videos. Please could I make a request that u do some Halloween crafts/craft kits 😊🙏

[@jackihungate7560]

Hey Jackie!! I'm so glad I found you! I'm a Jacki too!!❤

[@nerdecrafter]

Yay Jackies!

[@goblinboyy344]

i LOVE your channel so much it really helps when i'm having a bad day❤

[@SpaceCowboy42X]

loved the green tea pot best. no...love your videos best. keep 'em coming

[@sophosticated]

Is a tea cosy not a known thing in the US? 🤣 That’s what the cover is around the teapot - used to keep it warmer for longer and usually had quirky knitted design 11:25 🤪

[@thepinkflamingostrikesagai7319]

Now I'm from Florida and we mainly drink iced tea. But I thought over in Canada who's a close cousin to Britain would know what a tea cozy was. When she was saying what is this what is this I was screaming at the video it's a cozy tea. How do you not know what a tea cozy is? 😂

[@armymedicbnw2]

@@sophosticated Why are you laughing so hard? She's from CANADA, so you already got her location wrong. And to answer your query, yes, plenty of us know what tea cozies are. We just DON'T USE THEM. Tea doesn't last long enough to need one. 🤷‍♀️

[@amandagebel2528]

I like all of them I really like the one that you poured together at the end

[@lesleythompson3005]

Great to see you again, you make me laugh out loud 😂x

[@gloomysunday9534]

"you EYE stay stayy" you killed me 🤣