How To Make Resin Jewelry At Home
Resin is a highly viscous gel-like mixture of organic compounds that plants secrete to protect themselves from insects and pathogens. Being a viscous liquid, when mixed with the hardener in the right proportion, it hardens to create a glossy, waterproof substance after 24 to 72 hours. A few different types of resins exist such as epoxy resin, polyester resin, and UV resin. Resin is easily converted to a chemical, which is used to create a variety of objects, such as beautiful earrings, striking necklaces, keychains, tea coasters, coffee tables and many more. Today, resin is being used in almost every decorative or everyday use item.
Creating resin jewelry at home with beginner friendly kits and experimenting takes some time and effort, along with following the precautions. But once you’ve mastered the tips and tricks of resin jewelry making at home, you can create your own mesmerizing designs. When objects like dried, pressed flowers, sparkly glitter, beads, or your favorite gemstones are added to the resin mixture and solidified, this process is known as “casting”.
So, we are back with another diy blog on “how to create your favorite resin jewelry at home.” Let’s explore further, a few designs and ideas, to help you in your next resin art adventure to make resin jewelry at home, with a touch of your own personality and charm.
Basic Supplies Before You Begin
DIY Ideas To Make Resin Jewelry At Home
DIY Idea 1: Galaxy Ring
Step 1: Wear safety gear such as goggles, respirator and gloves. Create a clean and clear workspace. Place a plastic sheet or silicone mat on the surface where you are working to protect from spills or drips. Ensure the are you are working in, is well-ventilated.
Step 2: Choose a silicone mold for your ring. Gather dark blue, purple and black pigments or mica powder to add to your galaxy ring. Also, opt for a few silver or golden metallic flakes to add.
Step 3: Carefully mix the resin and hardener in a mixing cup with a stick, according to the manufacturer’s instructions mentioned on the packaging.
Step 4: Divide the mixture equally into three smaller mixing cups.
Step 5: Add purple mica powder to one cup, black to the second one and dark blue to the third cup. Mix thoroughly to remove any air bubbles.
Step 6: Add any embellishments you wish to add to the silicone mold. Then carefully, using a pipette, add a few drops of each color mixture to the mold, careful enough to not mix the three shades.
Step 7: Fill in the ring mold to a certain level to avoid spilling out. Using a stick, stir gently to remove the air bubbles. DO NOT MIX THE SHADES as this gives a galaxy effect.
Step 8: Using a heat gun or blow torch, remove air bubbles from the mold by keeping it a few inches high and moving over for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 9: Leave the ring mold for 24 to 72 hours at room temperature, allowing the resin to cure. This may involve curing under a UV lamp if you are using UV resin.
Step 10: Remove the ring carefully from the silicone mold. Use a sandpaper to smooth any rough edges.
Step 11: Apply evenly, a protective coating of safety chemical on the ring.
Step 12: Let it dry. Wear it fancy to any party or event or gift it to your loved ones.
DIY Idea 2: Resin Necklace Pendant
Step 1: Wear safety gear such as goggles, respirator and gloves. Create a clean and clear workspace. Place a plastic sheet or silicone mat on the surface where you are working to protect from spills or drips. Ensure the are you are working in, is well-ventilated.
Step 2: Choose a silicone mold for your pendant. Gather any embellishments and pigments/ dyes you would like to add.
Step 3: Carefully mix the resin and hardener in a mixing cup with a stick, according to the manufacturer’s instructions mentioned on the packaging.
Step 4: Add in the colors /dyes/ pigments and the embellishments to the resin mixture and stir evenly.
Step 5: Carefully pour the resin mixture into the desired mold up to a certain level to avoid spilling out. Using a stick, stir gently to remove the air bubbles.
Step 6: Carefully, add any other embellishments if you wish, from the top and stir gently. Using a heat gun or blow torch, remove air bubbles from the mold by keeping it a few inches high and moving over for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 7: Leave the pendants for 24 to 72 hours at room temperature, allowing the resin to cure. This may involve curing under a UV lamp if you are using UV resin.
Step 8: Remove the pendants carefully from the silicone mold. Use a sandpaper to smooth any rough edges.
Step 9: Apply evenly, a protective coating of safety chemical on the pendants.
Step 10: Using jewelry pliers, attach the jump rings on the top of the pendant to be able to securely attach a string or necklace cord. Adjust the length of the necklace string according to your need.
Step 11: Wear the pendant proudly to parties or gift it to your friends and family as a handmade gift.
DIY Idea 3: Resin Wood Earrings
Step 1: Wear safety gear such as goggles, respirator and gloves. Create a clean and clear workspace. Place a plastic sheet or silicone mat on the surface where you are working to protect from spills or drips. Ensure the are you are working in, is well-ventilated.
Step 2: Choose a silicone mold for your earrings. Gather any embellishments and pigments/ dyes you would like to add.
Step 3: Carefully mix the resin and hardener in a mixing cup with a stick, according to the manufacturer’s instructions mentioned on the packaging.
Step 4: Divide the mixture equally into smaller mixing cups so color can be added to each cup separately.
Step 5: Add color dyes or pigments of your choice and mix thoroughly to remove air bubbles.
Step 6: Before adding the resin mixture to the earrings mold, place a small wooden piece on one half of the mold and leave the other half of the mold empty.
Step 7: After placing the wooden piece, carefully add the colorful resin mixture, making your own shades. Fill in the mold to a certain level to avoid spilling out. Add any embellishments you like.
Step 8: Give a gentle mix to remove any air bubbles from the mold. Using a heat gun or blow torch, remove air bubbles from the mold by keeping it a few inches high and moving over the mold for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 9: Leave the mold for 24 to 72 hours at room temperature, allowing the resin to cure. This may involve curing under a UV lamp if you are using UV resin.
Step 10: Remove the earrings carefully from the silicone mold. Use a sandpaper to smooth any rough edges.
Step 11: Apply evenly, a protective coating of safety chemical on the earrings.
Step 12: Let them dry. Wear them to a summer party or gift them to your loved ones.
DIY Idea 4: Summer Sunset Bracelet
Step 1: Wear safety gear such as goggles, respirator and gloves. Create a clean and clear workspace. Place a plastic sheet or silicone mat on the surface where you are working to protect from spills or drips. Ensure the are you are working in, is well-ventilated.
Step 2: Choose a silicone mold for your bracelet. Gather any embellishments and pigments/ dyes you would like to add. Here, I am sharing the shades of alcohol ink to create a Summer Sunset Effect (Yellow, Maroon and Orange).
Step 3: Carefully mix the resin and hardener in a mixing cup with a stick, according to the manufacturer’s instructions mentioned on the packaging.
Step 4: Add any embellishments you want to your bracelet silicone mold. Then fill in the mold with the resin mixture carefully, to a certain level to avoid spilling out.
Step 5: Give a gentle mix to remove any air bubbles from the mold. Add the three shades of alcohol ink carefully through a dropper or pipette to create an ombre sunset effect. Give a little mix to incorporate well.
Step 6: Add any embellishments you like such as golden glitter, metallic flakes or beads.
Step 7: Using a heat gun or blow torch, remove air bubbles from the mold by keeping it a few inches high and moving over the mold for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 8: Leave the mold for 24 to 72 hours at room temperature, allowing the resin to cure. This may involve curing under a UV lamp if you are using UV resin.
Step 9: Remove the bracelet carefully from the silicone mold. Use a sandpaper to smooth any rough edges.
Step 10: Apply evenly, a protective coating of safety chemical on the bracelet.
Step 11: Let it dry. Wear to a summer party or gift it to your loved ones.
DIY Idea 5: Resin Headband
Step 1: Wear safety gear such as goggles, respirator and gloves. Create a clean and clear workspace. Place a plastic sheet or silicone mat on the surface where you are working to protect from spills or drips. Ensure the are you are working in, is well-ventilated.
Step 2: Choose a silicone mold for your headband. Gather any embellishments and pigments/ dyes you would like to add. Here, I am sharing the shades of alcohol ink (light pink, dark pink, sea green and silver) to create the shades of a Unicorn Headband.
Step 3: Carefully mix the resin and hardener in a mixing cup with a stick, according to the manufacturer’s instructions mentioned on the packaging.
Step 4: Add any embellishments you want to your headband silicone mold. Then fill in the mold with the resin mixture carefully, to a certain level to avoid spilling out.
Step 5: Give a gentle mix to remove any air bubbles from the mold. Add the shades of alcohol ink carefully through a dropper or pipette to create a unicorn effect. Give a little mix to incorporate well.
Step 6: Add any embellishments you like such as golden glitter, metallic flakes or beads.
Step 7: Using a heat gun or blow torch, remove air bubbles from the mold by keeping it a few inches high and moving over the mold for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 8: Leave the mold for 24 to 72 hours at room temperature, allowing the resin to cure. This may involve curing under a UV lamp if you are using UV resin.
Step 9: Remove the headband carefully from the silicone mold. Use a sandpaper to smooth any rough edges.
Step 10: Apply evenly, a protective coating of safety chemical on the headband.
Step 11: Let it dry. Wear to a summer party or gift it to your loved ones.
Crafting your own resin jewelry at home, whether it be rings, earrings or bracelets, is a delightful way of self-expression and creativity. With a handful of easily-available materials, you can fashion exquisite pieces that reflect your unique style and personality. So, why wait..? Gather your supplies, gear up with the protective gear and embark on the adventure of creating your own stunning resin jewelry. Enjoy the process and let your creativity shine through every shimmering facet of resin jewelry. Explore more at EverydayThoughtStream.com. Happy reading and happy crafting!
