Using Ice Resin, Molds and Color Dyes to Make Jewelry

beadaholique.com/collections/... - Designer Julie Bean demonstrates how you can use Jeweler's Grade Crystal Clear Ice Resin, resin molds, Casting Epoxy Resin Color Pigment Dye and some findings to make jewelry.
Designer: Julie Bean
You can find the supplies in this video at Beadaholique.com
ICE Resin Jewelers Grade Clear Casting Epoxy Resin 8 oz Kit
SKU: TRC-10
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CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Transparent Green Pigment Dye 1 Oz
SKU: TRC-89
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CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Red Pigment Dye 1 Oz
SKU: TRC-85
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Casting Epoxy Resin Mixing Cup Set With Brushes and Sticks
SKU: TRC-01
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Casting Epoxy Resin Mold Release And Conditioner 4 oz.
SKU: TRC-04
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Final Sale - Resin Epoxy Mold For Jewelry Casting - 6 Round Cabochons 1 Inch.
SKU: TRC-179
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Tsukineko StazOn Acid Free Jet Black Color Solvent Ink Pad For Rubber Stamps
SKU: TSM-100
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Resin Epoxy Mold For Jewelry Casting - 4 Dual Heart In Heart
SKU: TRC-183 (Discontinued)
Resin Epoxy Mold For Jewelry Casting - 6 Rectangles 3/4 x 1 1/4 Inch
SKU: TRC-159 (Discontinued)
Nunn Design Sealant Protectant 2 oz. - For Patera Findings (1)
SKU: XTL-1032 (Discontinued)

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Our videos are made to teach you techniques and inspire you to create :) All of the supplies for you to make your own resin jewelry projects can be found in the video description.

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@MiZzRiVeRa86 Go to Beadaholique's website and search molds. There's a list of supplies with sku numbers in the video description.

[@TeamMayku]

This is a great guide! We haven't experimented with resin jewellery in our molds we make with the FormBox yet. We will definitely try it out now though! :)

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The molds we sell are made of durable, smooth polypropylene. You can get the supplies featured in our videos on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

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You can get the supplies featured in our videos on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

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You can get them on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video including the epoxy stickers are located in the video description underneath the video.

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@funfulcrafts The kit is called ICE Resin Jewelers Grade Clear Casting Epoxy Resin. You can get it on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath the video.

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We sell the kits on our website, Beadaholique . com. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath the video.

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@ShorDiiNena18 You can buy resin on Beadaholique's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath the video. Click on those links to see the prices.

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@XxMusicXxFreakazoidX Go to Beadaholique's website to purchase resin. There's a list of supplies and links in the video description underneath the video.

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@DaringDarkness- Hi! There are two basic types of resin, UV resin and 2-part resin. UV resin is a single part resin that cures in a UV light or in the sun in anywhere from 15 minutes to several hours (with the sun). UV is great for applying thin layers of resin on top of items such as flat tags, stampings, etc. 2-part resin is where you need to mix equal parts of part A and part B and let it cure for 48 hours, 3 days to be safe. It is good for deeper bezel projects, bigger projects, and projects that you want more control over (because you can monitor it closely over a number of hours and make sure no bubbles arise, etc.) Those are the two main types of resin. Then there is also Amazing Glaze but it is really a different entity entirely and I do not consider it to be the type of resin that most people are looking for when they say "resin". Lots of people also consider varnishes, mod podge, diamond glaze, etc. to be resins but again they are not really going to give you that glass like rock hard final cured state. Of the two types of resin there are numerous different brand names. My personal favorite is Ice Resin but that is just my opinion, plenty of other people prefer other brands. As to your question about the not wanting an object to sink to the bottom before the resin cures, you will want to use a 2 part resin and you will want to do it in layers. So pour one layer of resin to the point where you want the object to rest (stop sinking that is), let this layer cure for a good 24 hours. Place your object ontop of the cured layer and pour another layer to the top. If you want anything else suspended in the resin, you will need to do those suspensions in layers. Mastering 2-Part Resin - Tips and Advice www.beadersblog.com/2012/06/mastering-2-part-resin-tips-and-advice.html

[@maheenfaisal8369]

how can you stamp on it

[@somaguha8186]

Btw, I have a few question: 1) while making this, what do I do of the little/some of resin+hardener that didn't get used? 2)can i grease the mold with castor/white/olive oil before pouring resin? 3) if i put metal charms inside it (instead of a clover leaf), can I take it out later after it has hardened (not when it's liquid). 4)will this beautiful piece of resin stay transparent forever? 5) when it gets dirty, how do I clean it? 6)how do I clean the container in which I mixed resin and hardener? Please answer my quest. I'll be so glad if you do.

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Beadaholique Thank you. That was very helpful.

[@cliffcarlo180]

@@maheenfaisal8369 Put it on the floor and jump up and down on it.

[@OakwildeDesigns]

Thank you i guess i used the wrong search word. You are an amazing teacher and artist .. Ive started resin and beading due to your channel. luv from Fl

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[@Animeangel45]

just pure awesome!! This is really a great tutorial! Thank you so much!!

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You can get them on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

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You can get the molds on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

[@Code9aa]

Awesome and so easy it looks like. Those could be used as decorative little weights.

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You can get resin on Beadaholique . com's website. We ship all over the world. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath the video. I would suggest signing up for our newsletter which will automatically give you a $5 off coupon and our shipping rates are very reasonable.

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You can get resin on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video. We ship internationally. I would suggest signing up for our newsletter which will automatically give you a $5 off coupon.

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@VioletWorld909 You can buy Ice Resin on our website and shipping is free for orders over $25 in the US. If you sign up for our newsletter you will automatically get a $5 off coupon. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath the video. But yes we do have an ebay account. It's -> stores.ebay . com/BEADAHOLIQUE and just search resin on our store search box.

[@letlumbre]

THIS WAS A REALLY COOL PROJECT TY

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@Caroline Mccumbers - Ice resin is a brand. www.beadaholique.com/c-62449-resins.aspx?KZbin& Mastering 2-Part Resin - Tips and Advice www.beadersblog.com/2012/06/mastering-2-part-resin-tips-and-advice.html

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@Bustinski09 Beadaholique sell three different sizes of Ice Resin. It comes in 8oz, 16oz and 32oz. To find out the cost of all three, please click on the Resins and Glazes » Resins link located in the video description underneath the video.

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[@clanofthecord]

luv the heart lock

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I am not quite sure how you would get all the different elements of a traditional "eyeball" to look right, but I imagine it can be done. If you are just wanting a simple black, red, or white eye for a costume, then yes, you can definitely make that using this technique.

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@beadsrock00 Hi Maggie, Thanks for your question. We used StazOn in jet black. It is recommended that you seal the ink before you pour the resin, for this, you can use Nunn Permanent Protectant Sealant. Experiment though because I did find that I really did not need the sealant, but I would hate for any of your projects to bleed so maybe try a test one or two first. You can find these products on Beadaholique's website. Have fun!

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@Beadaholique I will try to tape a video on this third method in the next week. I think I might just start on it today! great suggestion!

[@nina7447]

I love this!!

[@zyprexa5mg]

@Beadaholique thank you very much for everything. =))

[@bryanccwang]

I have done this before too! it is super cool , my friend wanted really much , so right now I don't have it now so i am going to buy it again.

[@beadaholique]

Personally I am a huge fan of Ice Resin. I have used quite a few brands and Ice Resin is the one I can count on for good results. It domes beautifully, has few and easy-to-remove bubbles, and comes out very clear. Resin is tricky though and even the best product can have poor results if all the conditions are not right. I wrote a blog post about working with resin which includes a lot of tips and advice. There's a link for it in the video description underneath this video.

[@lindseybethcorbin9917]

THANX! this was really helpful.

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[@glowicey1591]

U did both of my fav colors

[@beadaholique]

You can either drill the resin and then apply some E6000 to the tip of the eye pin and insert it into the drill hole, or you can carefully place the end of the eye pin into the resin before it cures. I would suggest taping the part of the eye pin which will stick out of the resin to the side of your mold, making sure part the end part of the eye pin sticks into the mold cavity, then fill your mold.

[@beadaholique]

Hi Denise! You can make all sorts of items with the resin pieces you create. We use them to make rings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets, and more by adding findings and other jewelry components. The easiest application is to simply glue the created resin piece to a bezel or glue-on finding, such as a ring. There is a link to our Free Project page for more ideas in the video description underneath the video.

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@Paula C - I'm sorry, I'm not sure what you're asking. Are you looking for ideas of what to make out of resin? If so, I'd recommend looking through our Free Beading Project page to see some of the ideas we've got in there. www.beadaholique.com/t-ba-inspiration.aspx?KZbin&

[@ivyreerosario4059]

Your voice is so relaxing

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@Beadaholique The best method we have found is to 1.) let your resin sit for 5 minutes after mixing to remove some of the bubbles before you pour. 2.) Let your poured resin settle for about 10 minutes and then try to vibrate the bubbles out. Each artist I know who uses the vibration method has a different way of going about it. I use a back massage mat and place my resin on top of it for 10 minutes. It shakes the bubbles to the top and then they go away or can be popped with a pin.

[@mXmSMAAK]

I've done this before! I found it works best if I glaze the hair prior to placing it in the resin. This allows you to fix the hair in the position you want it. Without doing this, I've had trouble with the hair not staying in place, and can make it look weird. Good luck!

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@1ckyV1cky You most definitely can place photos in resin but you need to seal them first. Check out our video "How to Prepare Images in Pendants for Resin Using Mod Podge" to learn how to do this.

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Hi! The swallow is just an image transfer that is applied with water (there are full instructions on the packaging and also we have a video for it). I first poured my mold half full with resin and let that fully cure. Then I applied the transfer onto that layer of resin. Next I poured another layer of resin over the transfer - this way it was sandwiched between 2 resin layers.

[@xbettalove]

Can you explain how to do the image transfer and stamping?

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Mold Release spray will help your resin pop out of the molds. There's a link for it in the video description underneath this video. As for air bubbles, I make sure to let my resin sit in its mixing cup for 5 minutes before pouring, this allows some of the bubbles to rise and pop on their own. Also, you can try vibrating your mold to get the bubbles to rise to the surface. I have a back massaging mat with a vibration setting that I use...

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Dyes normally do not change the reaction of the resin BUT if you put too much in, they can destabilize the resin and prevent the chemical reaction from happening properly (and thus not hardening).

[@TheCHiZziES]

cool! cant wait to try it! :)

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Yes, there are a number of opaque resin dyes as well as pearlizing powder available on our website, Beadaholique . com.

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For projects where I want the the finish to be absolutely perfect, I go to the added expense and get the Ice Resin. I also have just had better luck in general with Ice Resin always turning out for me.

[@blsct123]

I really like the Ice resin. It cures much clearer that some of the other brands that I have tried. I also learned a trick to get air bubble out of the resin. Take a drinking straw and blow across the top of the resin. The carbon dioxide in your breath pops the bubbles! You can also used a BBQ lighter to very briefly apply flame to the top of the resin.

[@imbarhayoun1999]

I love it!!!!!!!!!!

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Resin objects can be used for jewelry, home decor items, magnets, and a bunch of other applications.

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@mrkellydoodle To get images to look transparent in resin, you need to use image transfers - There's a link for them in the video description underneath the video. The way I do it is I pour a thin layer of resin, let cure fully, apply the transfer image onto the cured surface (just treat it as any regular flat surface), then apply another layer on top of the transfer and let fully cure. Beadaholique has a video on using image transfers if you have not worked with them before.

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@mawntica The name of the ink that was used in this video is "Tsukineko StazOn Acid Free Jet Black Color Solvent Ink Pad For Rubber Stamps" and that stamp is called a "Wood Peg Mounted Rubber Stamp 3/4 Inch Mini Branch Design". You can get them on Beadaholique's website. The links for the supplies in this video including those two are located in the video description underneath the video.

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You can use whatever color you like for the layers. If you do a green layer, you can do another green layer, a blue one, a clear one, etc. whatever you like. However, keep in mind that trying to match two colored layers will be difficult and you will most likely see a seem line. Also, if you have a green layer and then a clear layer, the overall piece will have a green appearance since the green will show through the clear.

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There's also a link for that blog entry in the video description underneath the video.

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Yes, flowers can be placed into resin but they tend to move around, especially fresh ones, you will notice their petals will fold and overlap. It is best if you can press the flowers first. I like to pour a layer of resin into the mold, filling it half way. Let this layer cure for 24 hours. Then place your pressed flower into the mold on top of the cured layer. Now pour another layer of resin on top of the flower.

[@GrontalisV2]

Awesome I just did my first resin eye castings. Putting stuff in the resin would make some cool realistic eye castings. :) Thanks for this tutorial. I used a 10 half circle paint pallette for my casting. They should be cured tonight around 8PM. :)

[@tricialee3987]

Love it!

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@nomesy81 Yes, you can make 3-d charms with resin and molds. If you are wanting them to have a design on both sides or be a completely round shape, you will want to use a product such as Easy Cast Silicone Molding Rubber - SKU:TRC-62 (Available on Beadaholique's website). This will allow you to make those dimensional objects.

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@Beadaholique 2.) You can drill the resin with a dremel type tool or pin vise and then add a bit of E6000 adhesive and insert the end of the bail or eye pin. 3.) You can actually set the end of the eye pin or bail into the resin itself before it cures and this will secure it. This method (as opposed to drilling) does mean that the wire or edge of the bail will definitely be coming out of a side of the piece (or back depending on the orientation) vs. the middle.

[@serian24]

wow these pieces are beautiful! I have watched many resin charm vids and I find that many of the creations have too much glitter and are too childish....nice to see some classy understated artsy pieces!!!!!

[@beadaholique]

Natural resins occur in nature such as the sap that comes from a tree. However the resins on the market today that we use for various applications (including jewelry making) all have different formulas. Basically they are a combination of synthetic ingredients that when mixed properly form a precise thermo-setting plastic. If you want to know the exact ingredients for a particular brand of resin, you can go to their website and check out their MSDS sheets.

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@MikeilaM If you want to stick an eye pin into the resin, you need to do it while it is still wet. Once it is cured, you will not be able to insert anything into the resin without drilling and gluing. If you are using a mold, I would suggest placing the end of the eye pin into your wet resin and then carefully taping the protruding portion to the plastic of the mold. The tape should stabilize the pin until the resin cures.

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@Beadaholique I have been able to do this before, it just involves careful placement and finding a way of keeping the eye pin straight while you wait for the wet resin to harden and cure (I used tape). If you want to stick an eye pin into the resin, you need to do it while it is still wet. Once it is cured, you will not be able to insert anything into the resin without drilling and gluing.

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If you were to pour the first layer, add your embellishments, and then immediately pour your next layer, everything would mix together and the embellishments would sink to the bottom. By allowing your resin to cure between layers, you can build levels and dimension within your piece.

[@ILovHelloKitty13]

Im gonna use the circle ones for my plugs x)

[@beadaholique]

In extreme heat, they would melt - but the heat would have to be excessively intense, not just a sunny summer day. A good example is that I did a craft fair once and it was almost 90 degrees outside. I had my resin pieces on a table in direct sunlight for 4 hours and they did not melt - however, there was some crackling that occurred on the images that were sealed below them. Under normal conditions, the resin should be fine.

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@XxMusicXxFreakazoidX Absolutely! Just make sure that the clay is baked and cooled down first. If you are planning on painting the clay, make sure to use a sealant of some type over the paint (and let dry) before you place into the resin. Have fun!

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@MsBrenda2313 Most of the resins which I have worked with, and are 2-part, say that they take 24 hours to harden and you should wait 3 days for it to fully cure. These are the times noted by the manufacturer. Having lived in many different climates, I have found that my curing time will depend on the humidity, temperature, altitude, etc.

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@Beadaholique I have had resin batches which I have felt were "hardened" after just an overnight, but I still waited several days before packaging them up or doing anything which might harm the resin finish.

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There are many different ways to turn molded resin pieces into necklaces. The easiest is to use a glue-on bail. Go to our website and search "Glue-On Bails". You can also drill resin if you have a small drill such as a dremel. Another option is to embed a bail or eye pin into the resin when it is still wet. I am planning on teaching a tutorial on this method soon. There are other ways too but these are the most common.

[@sexyeyeshadowsexyeyeshadow9635]

pretty green :)

[@Katice634]

I really liked how your molds turned out. Just beautiful.

[@beadaholique]

There are specific screw-in eye pins that might work for this but I would suggest drilling a hole first where you want the head pin to screw into, I don't think arm strength alone will do it. I also recorded another video that shows how to embed an eye pin into the resin. Check out our video: "How to Embed an Eye Pin Bail Into a Resin Mold", there's a link for it in the video description underneath this video.

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I know people have used candy molds for resin, although personally I have not tried it. What I have heard is that sometimes you have to break the candy mold to get the resin piece out. If you are going to experiment, I would try with an inexpensive mold and not a lot of resin. As to the mold release spray, give it a try. A lot of the fun of jewelry making is experimentation.

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@lyricalstarz Certain inks will dry well on resin. I used StazOn Ink. This particular ink adheres well to non-porous and semi-porous surfaces. I do like to still seal the ink - either with another layer of resin or a product like Nunn Sealant (if it's on the top of the final resin layer). I would recommend doing a test piece first, then proceeding with a larger batch of projects. All products are available on Beadaholique's website.

[@akariSara.]

I just received my new batch of resin from your amazon store today. I have used it all up already because I kinda got carried away :)

[@meencantamalaga]

Qué chulos!

[@beadaholique]

Only the mixed resin will harden. The unmixed portions of part A and part B will stay in liquid form until you combine the two.

[@beadaholique]

Yes, we sell the Heart Charm. We sell 1,000's of charms on our website. I've added a link to the video description underneath the video. And the bird transfer is indeed a swallow.

[@foreverpepper3463]

Hello, is it possible to fuse to equal size pieces together to format a 3D piece?

[@beadaholique]

Easy Cast is less expensive then Ice Resin but I feel that Ice Resin gives you a crystal clear see-through look whereas Easy Cast can sometimes have a slightly yellow tint or be a little cloudy (not always, but sometimes). I use Easy Cast for projects where I am adding pigments and dyes and ones where I am not as picky about it being absolutely 100% clear.

[@beadaholique]

In general, the edges end up pretty smooth naturally and the use of a Dremmel tool is not needed. It really depends upon what you are making and your process, but I have been able to just file down any rough edges with a simple diamond file.

[@beadaholique]

Objects made out of resin are used for jewelry pieces, crafts, magnets, art pieces, decorative items, and a whole host of other applications.

[@beadaholique]

@a clark - Ice Resin is an epoxy resin. There are many different brands of epoxy resin on the market and Ice Resin is the brand name of one. All of the brands vary a little in their formula, Ice Resin happens to be my personal favorite. Mastering 2-Part Resin - Tips and Advice www.beadersblog.com/2012/06/mastering-2-part-resin-tips-and-advice.html

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On my video to-do list is one showing how to insert head pins. Sometimes people drill the resin and then glue the head pin in place with an adhesive such as E6000. If possible, I prefer to embed the head pin into the resin before it cures. This is not hard to do with molds, although it does mean that the head pin will always be in the back of the piece. I will do a video on this as soon as I can.

[@FrederickDunn]

Thank you for the excellent demonstration... have you any experience with casting insects for preservation as training aids? Your video is very nicely done... much appreciated.

[@beadaholique]

No, I haven't done any casting with insects. I'm sorry I can't give any pointers.

[@digupstuff]

Fantastic! I would love to see how you stamped that one rectangular piece. Thank you!

[@beadaholique]

There are specific image transfer sheets available and we have a video showing how to use them. I would suggest pouring an even flat layer of resin, letting it cure, apply the image transfer as shown in the video, and then pouring another layer of resin on top of it.

[@beadaholique]

@Minajahn Great question! Yes, it does smell so you will want to work with it in a well ventilated area. Every person I know describes the smell differently. To me, it smells like a cleaning agent, such as a tile or counter spray. Other people have told me it smells like a moldy kitchen sponge. The smell is not pleasant, but I don't find it too offensive either.

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@rcowham It's a little hard to quantify scent. Here is my experience: I have worked with resin for a long time and have never really felt that the odor is that bad. I find that E6000 has a stronger scent then resin, especially in the amounts I mix up (usually 2 oz). HOWEVER, several people in the office here at Beadaholique find the resin scent to be quite strong and they ask that I only pour at the end of the day so it can air out overnight.

[@beadaholique]

Yes, you can definitely stamp on resin. If you are going to do so you want to wait until your resin has fully cured, so 3 days. You are also going to want to use a permanent ink such as StazOn Ink by Tsukineko. If you are not going to put another layer of resin over the ink, then consider sealing the ink with GlazOn sealer.

[@beadaholique]

Yes, you will use the mold release spray prior to pouring.

[@beadaholique]

@GoodToKnow4Ever Hi! I am not sure if the physical reaction needed for the resin to set up (when you mix part a and b) would change if food color was added. I have never heard of it being done, nor have I tried it so I am unsure of outcome. The pigments and dyes we use are specifically made for resin. If you were to try food coloring, I would suggest just a single drop and try it with a small batch on a test item.

[@beadaholique]

@Hozzer00 We added the findings right after we were finished pouring the resin in the molds.

[@kingdavi2002]

Sweet charms:)!!!!!!!!!!!!