Are you wondering if epoxy resin is safe to craft with? The short answer is – yes. As long as you follow the safety instructions and take precautions. We talk you through how you can keep safe while working with resin. ALWAYS make sure you follow the safety instructions for your brand of resin. Every […]
Are you wondering if resin is food safe? Are you looking to create things like cutting boards, cake stands and tumblers? We’ve got all the key information you need to know. Food safe resin brands Not all resins are certified as food safe. Always check your chosen brand and know that even different types of […]
Are you wondering how to add mica powder to epoxy resin? Adding mica powder to a resin mold is a great way to achieve a shimmering, pearlescent effect. Here’s a few ways it can be done and a list of things you’ll need. Scroll to the bottom of the blog to watch our videos on […]
Are you wondering how to care for and clean your resin moulds? We all know that resin moulds can be really expensive so we take a look at how best to clean them and ensure they last as long as possible. How to clean silicone moulds Cleaning resin molds is important to keep them in […]
Are you looking for a project that’s perfect for resin beginners? Starting out with resin can be a lot of fun but, are you struggling to pick your perfect first project? Here are some simple project ideas for beginners to help you get comfortable with working with resin. 1. Resin Coasters 2. Resin Jewelry (Earrings, […]
What is the petri effect? The name petri effect comes from shapes that you might see in a petri dish under a microscope. Using the petri effect with resin can create some really unique and fascinating pieces. You can use the petri effect for smaller projects like keyrings and jewellery pendants to larger things like […]
We review the Let’s Resin Heat Mat which we bought to help us ensure our resin cured properly and quicker through the cold season. Key Features of the Let’s Resin Heat Mat Auto-off Timer The new and improved Let’s Resin heat mat comes with a timer, which can be set to 2 hours, 4 hours […]
Find out why and how to use a heat gun for resin crafting. Why use a heat gun with resin Are you wondering why you might need a heat gun as part of your essential resin kit? We take a look at some of the ways a heat gun can be used for resin crafting. […]
Have you used resin tape for bezels or edging? Is the tape stuck to your resin, mould or piece? Even just a slight amount of left over tape can ruin your project. We take a look at how to remove sticky resin tape. First off – do not panic! Your piece can and will be […]
Epoxy resin can be extremely sticky and difficult to remove from tools, surfaces and skin. Even the most careful of crafters can have accidental spills and accidents. Are you wondering how to remove epoxy resin from hands and surfaces? Don’t panic just yet! This blog looks at how to remove both cured and uncured epoxy. […]
