Create one-of-a-kind pieces of art using resin.
Crafting is an excellent way touse your creative energy.
With your space prepared, its time to play, starting with simple projects like coasters and glossy artwork.
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Most packages of resin cover multiple projects, so youll have enough to perfect the technique.
Rocky Coast
Similar to split geodes, theseeasy-to-make coastersare a perfect introduction to resin art.
Trim yourDIY artworkwith a thin frame to hide drips along the canvas edge and provide a finished look.
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We used clear resin and a large family photo to customize thiswood jewelry box.
Use a heat gun to heat the resin and remove bubbles before letting it dry.
River Still Life
Capture the river rock table trend with this easy idea.
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Cube Resin Craft
Artificial anddried foliagenever fades when encased in resin crafts.
Before pouring mixed resin into the mold, warm the mixture with a heat gun to remove bubbles.
Pour over the object and let sit for 24 hours before removing from mold.
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Sweet Accents
Turn up the fun of everyday objects.
A candy mold filled with sugar sprinkles and topped with resin adds a sweet accent to awooden napkin ring.
Use these for Valentine’s Day celebrations, anniversaries, and other holidays.
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Doodle Resin Craft
Embellish a tabletop with a marking pen and drops of colorful resin.
Resin Buttons
Make your own homemade buttons in just a few easy steps.
Add the buttons to sweaters, throw pillows, or other creations to amp up the handmade style.
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To color the resin, stir in a small amount of the acrylic crafts paint.
Otherwise, let dry 24 hours before popping the buttons out of the mold.
Napkin Rings
Dress up plain napkin rings with resin craft embellishments.
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We used a molddesigned for fondantto create these stylish flowers.
Door Knob
Add a touch of glam and style to somethingas simple as a doorknob!
Use resin to round out the style of a utilitarian concave-face doorknob in a few simple steps.
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Picture Frame
Display a treasured photo in this easy frame.
Display the finishedphoto projecton a mini easel.
Floral Paper Weight
Who would have thought a paperweight could be precious?
Craft this pretty paperweight to secure stray documents on your desk or counter.
Pour resin into a plastic paint-mixing cup coated with mold release.
Let it dry for 24 hours before popping the paperweight from its mold.
Suncatcher
Hang thissea-glass-inspired mobile in a sunny windowto reflect light and color throughout the room.
