Old one is autosaging. Post your questions, advice and tips, inspiration, and completed works/works in progress.
Google document on resin: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15mrdnoKqy7csGQ7XhyFy_wXVnLUzKX0sd2agIvHDXVw/edit?usp=sharing
Have any of you used this mold? From the pictures I cant tell if it will make a full frame that I can put stickers/findings in or if it's just an outline.
http://s.aliexpress.com/FB3ERNVF
Does anybody know where I can find chains like this video? I think Delish Beads got them but not in those colors?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yse1s_ZQ46A
>>8881939
The listing shows a picture of it from the side, the central section looks more raised than the rest so it probably wouldn't make a fully backed frame
I had my first doming disaster today, well technically last night. I had set up a bunch of pieces to dome, and pored the extra resin into a mold and left everything to cure with a cover.
I usually put this in a cabinet, because cats, but I was afraid I would knock the domes to much and they would leak over when I moved it from the counter.
For some reason (100% probably cats) most of my domes turned out alright...except the fucking mold tipped over, and leaked all under my favorite piece in the set and knocked that one a bit so it leaked all over its frame.
Thankfully I saw it when I checked it before going to sleep last night, and I was able to clean up most of the mess.. except looking at it today that the piece in question has loads of fingerprints from my frantic clean up effort last night...hopefully doing another layer of dome will hide them? we will see.
>>8881838
How do you achieve the milky gradient effect like in these gems? Do you just carefully mix in a tiny amount of pigment so it's still sort of translucent?
>>8882137
I've found chains like these on eBay but the listings tend to be buried in other stuff. The ball chains are easy to find, the plastic ones are possible to find but an absolute pain in the ass most of the time.
>>8882623
Basically. What I do is wait for it to start to set, so it's really thick but still workable, and then use a stirring stick to place them in the mold. It takes a while and it's easy to mess up though.
Does anyone know where to get these molds?
I got some off of Jstuffsale, including the bird and the horse but I'm in desperate need of the deer and rabbit now. I've tried looking on rakuten but I've gotten nothing but Wilton molds.
>>8883093
Try Ali. I know I've seen the deer for sale there before.
I recently got some silver bails online for some CCS pieces, but I only have gold chain. Will it look shitty if I use them together? I'd buy matching chain/bails but I'm broke as shit atm, if I can get away with using what I have it'd be great.
>>8883209
imo yes.
>>8883093
I'm pretty sure they're from daiso
>>8883583
If you're talking about CA or another west coast Daiso we don't get all the best stuff they sell at Asian locations.
>>8883600
>kiyohara
Thanks so much for telling me the brand! I managed to find it on rakuten now. Unfortunately the rabbit seems to be sold out everywhere.
>>8883610
And if anyone's interested, link to deer mold
http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/kanzawa/item/kiyorsf07/
>>8883583
http://www.cutiecreativehk.com/kiyohara-japan-silicon-uv--crystal-resin-motif-mold---pig-rsf20-177-p.asp
And for pig mold anon.
would silicone cak, ice cube, or candy molds work for resin?
>>8883678
Yup. Just pay attention to the finish of the mold. If the inside of the mold is shinny so will your piece. If it is dull or matted so will your piece. You can still use non shinny molds but you'll have to dome or glaze the piece afterwards if you don't want a cloudy finish.
>>8883700
thanks, good to know! there are a lot of cute food molds out there that could work for producing many products at once, and they seem cheaper than the ones marketed as resin craft molds.
>>8883678
>>8883700
>>8883703
On that anons note: which molds are unsafe/don't work for resin? Like ones made of certain materials?
>>8883716
silicone food molds have always worked for me but iirc plastic molds (e.g. candy molds) don't work and your piece will come out gel-like.
>>8883022
Thanks! I'm going to look for them.
>>8883093
They sell them in this Etsy:
https://www.etsy.com/es/shop/1127handcrafter
I thought this was in the sticky. Just heads up you should check this store in holidays(Halloween and Christmas) They sell themed molds by that time. Pic related, a piece I made with a mold I bought there.
Hey guys, I tried using a plastic tube from a game to make resin, I put tape on the base but the charm never dried. Was it the material? Sorry, Im new in this resin stuff
>>8883974
Thanks so much! I just sort of added stuff to my cart. I sort of went nuts but I don't know if I could delete any of the items.
And nope. I just double checked the sticky and it's not there. I don't have access to edit the doc but this would be a really good shop to have.
>>8883974
Also that is an adorable ghost.
>>8883979
If you're newish then the most likely culprit is that the mixing/ratio of activator and resin was off, cold/damp weather stopped it from curing or it just hasn't been left long enough. You never specified the amount of time it was left to cure.
>>8883979
I've had resin that took almost a month to cure, and resin that cured in a day. Leave it for a while and check back every couple of days. If it's still super liquid after a week (not viscous or sticky, just watery)you've probably fucked up the proportions; if it's getting steadily dryer you'll just need to be patient. And if you used UV resin you might want to use a UV light.
Does UV resin yellow in the sun more than regular resin?
>>8884885
If you don't want to lose it, you could wait a week or so and see if it's fully cured, or dome it with UV resin. I hope it works out in the end.
>>8883024
Do you mix the pigment in before you add it to the mold or directly in the mold (so it's not mixed in very much)?
>>8885062
I mix it in before, I think mixing it in the mold might be better for a more homogenous look rather than a gradient.
>>8883716
My friend bought a plastic mold from Daiso and used resin in it. Its some mold for baking, but isn't flexible at all really. Made out of hard plastic, picture related.
She said she was able to cure resin in it and so I bought them and tried it out, and honest to god it worked. I was quite surprised. She said to pop it out she put in in the freezer for a bit (once it was completely set up) and was able to get it out. I did the same thing and had no trouble.
>not unsafe, but something one would assume would absolutely not work and then randomly did.
>>8882337
Yeah doming or glazing tends to hide a lot of faults.
Sometimes when I have some sort of imperfection on a piece I'll sand it down with sandpaper. Even though it completely scratches the crap out of the surface, once I glaze or use more resin its flawless.
Late to the party but I found an Etsy with a bunch of cute molds (if you don't want to buy from Rakuten):
https://www.etsy.com/shop/1127handcrafter
>>8882337
Doming hides everything.
>>8882252
Dang, thought so. Is there any way to modify it? I've seen some tutorials like this one
>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWOmDDyYDo4
where people cover openings with packing tap, would that work? Or would I have to use that silicone stuff that people make molds out of?
>>8885091
Those molds are adorable. Are they chocolate molds? Also, do you know what type of plastic they're made from? If it's PP I know it'll work with resin but I'm curious to see if other plastics work with it too.
>>8883093
I've worked with these molds and keep running into issues with bubbles developing on the edges. I'm using uv resin amd using the heat method to pop bubbles yet I'm still getting pieces where the edge is not smooth on one of my layers because of a bubble. Any advice?
How about making some of these adorable human baby rabbits?
>>8886921
Do you work doing layers? If you add a bunch of resin it's more likely to got bubbles there. See this grill doing her charms.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLeJP_z1vBc
Was digging through my stuff and found a batch of stars and random bracelet I made as a test batch. I was still trying ot figure out what to sell in my etsy store and wanted to make these the "Fire and Ice" stars or something. I seem to have put some eye pins in some of them which I guess sin't a terrible idea but glue on bails probably look better in the long run.
>>8887155
These are cute. And just gave me a huge craving for those magic stars chocolates, dammit
>>8882137
ive seen them at walmart
dont underestimate their craft section
>>8887167
>don't underestimate walmart
This. I have the hardest time finding simple bails for my jewelry and also weird chain colors like black.
This might be a stupid question, but I was looking at this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Easy-Cast-Clear-Casting-Enamel/dp/B003CHMZVU
It's 8oz, roughly how much will that make? I know it depends on what youre making, i just want to do charms and stuff. Can anyone maybe tell me what size mold they are using and how many of the charms/whatever that amount would make?
>>8887228
Pull out a measuring cup and look up how much 8oz is. Or about 230mL
>>8886942
2spooky
>>8887232
Wow im so incredibly half asleep that that didnt even occur to me... it really was a stupid question.
Thanks!
>>8886942
Jesus that's creepy.
Does anyone know if the Padico molds are any better or longer-lasting than the cheaper alternatives? I was thinking about getting a couple, but I don't want to spend that much unless it's worth it.
>>8886599
I think the packing tape thing would definitely be worth a shot
>>8889011
IMO silicone molds are way better. Padico molds are hard to use with regular resin. For some reason, they don't come out as quick as they should be. Also, they bend with use and they don't return to their original form.
>>8890199
Ah, that's a shame. I mostly use UV ersin, so the first part isn't much of an issue, but it sucks that they don't last long, they're so expensive compared to other molds.
found some cute molds, thought you guys might be interested
>bear lollipop
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free-shipping-K005YL-Bear-with-Bow-Lollipop-Silicone-Mould-Decoden-Mini-Sweets-Cotton-Candy-Mold-3D/32275475703.html
>chocolate bar
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/KYL025-Bitten-in-half-Chocolate-Bar-Silicone-Rubber-Flexible-Food-Safe-Mold-Kawaii-Decoden-wax-soap/32221683814.html
>iced donut
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free-shipping-T010YL-Donut-Mold-Doughnut-Silicone-Mold-Decoden-Miniature-Sweets-Food-Fimo-Polymer-Jewelry-Charms/32231855149.html
>rose
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free-Shipping-H095YL-Bright-Flower-Silicone-Flexible-Push-Mold-Scrapbooking-Mold-Mini-Resin-Mold-Decoden-Fimo/32493157566.html
>poker card cookie
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free-shipping-P007YL-Playing-Cards-Cookie-Poker-Cards-Silicone-Mold-Kawaii-Sweets-Cabochon-Fake-Biscuit-Decoden/32234336712.html
>bread
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/GYL083-Bread-Slice-Silicone-Flexible-Mold-Decoden-Kawaii-Miniature-Mold-Sweets-Polymer-Clay-Mini-Food-Jewelry/32221330592.html
>laminated heart shaped cookies things
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Food-safe-silicone-rubber-mold-Chocolate-Cake-Decorating-Heat-Safe-Mould-For-Polymer-Clay-Craft/1850341694.html
>flan
http://aliexpress.com/item/GYL010-25mm-Cup-cake-Tart-Bottom-Silicone-Flexible-Push-Mold-Miniature-Food-Sweets-Jewelry-Charms-Clay/32249487950.html
>creepy cute "cute" text
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/JYL085-Creepy-Cute-Word-Lettering-Flexible-Silicone-Mold-Decoden-Kawaii-Sweets-Resin-Polymer-Clay-Sculpey-Fondant/32367419078.html
>whipped cream blob
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Whipped-Cream-Mold-Frosting-Silicone-Flexible-Mold-Miniature-Sweets-Cupcake-Fimo-Polymer-Clay-Decoden-Kawaii-Resin/1866056711.html
>peace dove with roses
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Peace-Dove-with-Flower-Silicone-Push-Mold-Bird-Cabochon-Jewelry-Making-Scrapbooking-Decoden-Kawaii-Cell-Phone/1871749166.htm
>>8891370
Thanks anon!
>>8887155
These are really nice.
>mfw first molds are on the way
i shall practice doming while i wait for my chinese goods.
thanks for the inspo, /cgl/
>>8893295
>tfw still waiting for stickers for resin since three weeks ago
May Hermes bless your package anon. I've been waiting forever and a day.
>>8893304
thanks anon. you too. what kind of stickers are you waiting for?
>>8893304
I've been on a sticker ordering spree since I discovered that my mother had kindly donated my entire fucking sticker collection to my cousin when she came to my house. I got back the unused ones but goddamn, you'd think that someone who had the time to locate a folder of stickers on the top shelf, sorted by show and size, would have the brain capacity to realize that they were not to be given away.
And to keep this on topic, what kind of resin is best for doming?
>>8893827
Ugh, my mum did that with a load of my jewellery making stuff that I left at home while at uni. Luckily it was mostly the cheap plastic shit, kid apparently has cheap taste kek.
Some horrendous angry birds molds
>>8893895
I honestly kind of want these. They look like something you'd make cheap bootlegs with.
>>8883974
That's such a cute ghost, I love the gradient effect.
>>8886945
I have yes, but it still creates bubbles. Though I've been working back to front instead of vice versa in the video. I'm not sure if that has anything to do with it.
>>8887155
Both of these really remind my of circus lolita, like Fantasy Theatre. I think they would look really cute as a bow center !
>>8896361
Sounds like you've just fucked up the ratios, then.
>>8896975
UV resin does not have ratios. You just pour and set under UV light.
>>8896975
I'm using UV resin so there are no ratios.
>>8883093
Here are a couple Rakuten shops that seem to have them:
http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/teraki/item/10002548/
http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/komadori/item/10041931/
anyone have stories of trying to use non-UV resin in cool (60 degree F) weather? i know the risks of going below 70, and i also know that some people do it anyway, using heat boxes or space heaters, warming up the bottles/mold, etc. curious to see who has tried it.
>>8898677
Can you share the risks that are involved with going below 70? I live in a cooler environment, usually use UV resin, but wanted to dabble a little with non-UV.
>>8899075
two-part resin relies on a heat-activated chemical reaction. damp or cold conditions can fuck up the result, result in weird surfaces, fail to cure properly, etc. needs to be warm and dry for optimal results.
which sucks here in soggy New England, where it's cold half the year, only dry when it's below freezing, and humid the rest of the time, cool or warm.
>>8898014
I really want the mushroom one.
>>8899106
Yuck that is rough. Does it have an effect on UV resin as well?
>>8899106
Oh fuck, I just mixed a batch. Well, guess I'll have to wait and see if it goes to shit or not... and seeing as I'm in England, I don't think the results will be all that great.
>>8900587
if you have a space heater or a really warm lamp, consider moving your pieces to cure near them! i am not an expert but i heard this is a way to help the process. or if it is humid, some people seal their projects in a container.
i am a novice, but these are things i have considered trying based on what others have said they do.
>>8900624
Thanks anon, I put them over the heater and it looks like it's curing ok.
I can't find an archived site of the previous resin threads. For stickers or washi tape, what do you use for your backing when you dome the pieces?
>>8901864
Here you go:
https://archive.rebeccablacktech.com/cgl/?task=search2&ghost=&search_text=&search_subject=resin&search_username=&search_tripcode=&search_email=&search_filename=&search_datefrom=&search_dateto=&search_media_hash=&search_op=all&search_del=dontcare&search_int=dontcare&search_ord=new&search_capcode=all&search_res=op
Personally, I seal both sides with mod podge before doming.
>>8901864
Mod podge/other clear glue on both sides, and I dome the picture side first. If it ends up staining because I didn't coat it properly I paint the back with white acrylic paint, let that dry, and add another layer if I can still see the stains. Then I dome that side.
You could also stick the sticker/tape onto a piece of clear plastic, cut it out and seal the top. It's easier to handle that way and doesn't have as much chance of leaking, plus it's easier if you need to arrange several stickers for a piece and don't want to prod them into place with a toothpick or babysit them. You'll be able to see the edges of the plastic, but it's not nearly as noticeable as you'd think.
>>8902978
What do you use to cut the plastic, what kind of plastic is it?
>>8903584
It's just clear, thickish plastic, usually packaging. I try not to use PP if I'm making a bigger piece with it so it'll stick better. I either cut it out with scissors or an exacto knife.
In the pastel tutorial, the girl doesn't seal her stickers. Is that okay to do?
Will puffy stickers work with UV resin?
I already have a UV lamp and I live somewhere cold, so I'm looking into starting up with little projects.
>>8904298
Sage for my double post, but will cheap glitter 'bleed' like we're warned it does in nail art? Thanks.
>>8904301
It will. If you want to coat the back of a piece with glitter that won't be a problem though. Since you're working with UV resin it should be fine, because it'll cure before it bleeds everywhere. If you're worried about it bleeding, do a couple of thin layers of glitter instead of one thick layer.
If you're using non-paper stickers it's fine not to seal them, it's just so they don't stain.
UV resin works with all sorts of stickers but you might get more bubbles, make sure you really push the sticker down and use a lighter or heat gun to pop them.
Good luck with your projects, anon!
>>8904349
Thank you so much!
I wrote a really long question list, but I think I should be able to just ask this:
How far can I go with a sticker/piece blocking the UV and thus not curing the resin properly?
Can I put 3D items (eg inch or smaller figures) in UV resin, or is it impossible and will I need to look into two part resin when I get to that stage?
If so, can I cure UV resin through full 3D silicon moulds like pic related, glass jars/bottles and opaque moulds?
I'm so sorry for all the questions, but I can't find the answers on the supplier's sites and I think I must be googling the complete wrong things because I always end up with two part resin tutorials or advice. I also have no real idea how to search the archives apart from backtracking through old threads, so I'm so sorry if these questions are general repeats and are annoying.
>>8904372
No worries!
I've made several pieces with stickers, wood shapes, beads and the like, and so far they've all cured fine. I haven't mixed the resin with opaque pigments or used it on black items, though, so I don't know what would happen in those cases.
You can put things in resin but the bubbles will be painful. Try laying the figure down in the mold and pouring a thin stream of resin in from the side, and work in layers so the bubbles don't become unmanageable.
I have no idea if you could cure the resin in those molds, I haven't used them myself, but you could try to put a drop in and see if it cures.
I'm not sure if the archives have the answers to these questions, I remember two-part resin being the most discussed kind.
>>8904389
Thank you once again, anon! I may experiment with small, opaque items, since I quite like them. Either way, since I already have the lamp and have ideas that will definitely work with UV resin, I won't be wasting money if I decide to actually start making things in a little store or selling them at one of the local markets.
Yes, I'm worried about bubbles but also the curing problem because I've read about UV resin's issues with that. I think my friend probably has a spare heat gun. Bubbles really sound hellish to deal with, though.
I'll be waiting a while to get the hang of resin in general before working with those big moulds anyway. I really love them, though, and the idea of doing 3D jewelry with flowers and the likes inside. :)
Two-part is definitely more commonly talked about, I guess it's just the most versatile, though I am turned off by the thought of it yellowing and the wait time, coupled with my local weather and the fact that I have a big fish tank in my apartment and, therefore, have zero chance of reducing humidity inside..
Has anyone used any of aliexpress' fondant moulds for resin? I'm not sure what they are made of, but I'm in love with some of the designs.
>>8904429
You might want to use two-part resin for embedding large objects- it's thinner so you can pour it in with less chance of trapping air pockets around difficult bits, and the bubbles come out more easily too.
You don't need to reduce humidity by that much for the resin to dry. Put it in a cupboard or by/on top of a heater and it should set OK, it's what I do for mine when it's especially miserable and it works fine.
>>8904445
Thanks for the tip anon!
I may try making the faces of jewelry with transparent UV resin and then backing with 2 part resin if I want it opaque and that proves to be a problem with UV, or if I want a full coverage sticker, as I imagine they are compatible to mix as long as one part is dry.
Looking forward to setting up my crafting area and starting to play around! I love these threads, I've lurked for the last few, there's some amazingly talented and knowledgeable people here. Keep doing you, gulls.
>was just banned for an apparent post in /v/ at the same time that my internet briefly went down.
That's vaguely concerning. And OT. Sorry.
What sort of stuff do you guys use to ensure safety while working with resin? Some sources online suggest respirators, do you have any recommendations?
>>8905284
What kind of resin are you working with? You don't need respirators for epoxy and UV (though you should obviously work with them in a well ventilated place) but polyester and polyurethane resins need a respirator.
You should also wear gloves and work in a well-ventilated area no matter what resin you're working with.
For sanding resin, sand underwater and wear a mask or respirator.
>>8905742
This basically. Polyester is the hardcore stuff that you dont want to really do in your house. You need a respirator and work area (like a garage or studio) for it. Epoxy is better in the case that you can do it within your home with reasonable ventilation.
Also just want to add that the reason its very important to protect yourself when sanding is the small particulars from the resin will get into your lungs and fuck your shit up. Its really serious so you need a good respirator and sanding underwater helps so the particulars dont float all up in the air.
Depending on the projects you have in mind, you wont even need to sand your pieces. I only sand mine down when I'm trying to repair a goof up on a piece like over spill.
I'm working with resin for the first time and how do you clean up your cups and tools after you're done with it? It's really sticky and got all over my hands when I tried to clean up with detergent.
>>8905811
Rubbing alcohol.
Also, try to use polypropylene cups and tools. I just wash old containers with a PP or 5 stamped in, it doesn't stick to resin so you just leave it to cure and it pops right out. For stirrers I just leave them to cure and reuse them when the resin's hard.
Also, please wear gloves when cleaning resin. You can get allergic reactions if it comes in contact with bare skin a few times.
>>8905827
Thank you so much for the tips! I'll do this from now on!
>>8905811
If you're doming pieces, get a doming tray. It'll catch any resin that spills. Also a silicon mat would be a good idea to use in future because you can just wait for the resin to cure and peel it off instead of hoping it won't go everywhere (and resin always goes everywhere, you just get better at controlling the fallout as you work with it).
>>8907233
I was doming pieces! I really appreciate the help, I'll get a silicon mat soon (I've just been using newspaper) and a doming tray too.
My first resin pieces finally finished curing and I'm pretty happy with how they turned out! I still have to dome the other side for them but I'd really like to make them into charms once I'm done with them.
>>8907262
These are pretty good! But yeah, don't use newspaper. If you end up pushing the resin too far and don't clean it up in time you'll glue the piece to the newspaper and the newspaper to the table.
I'm really digging the owls and the planets, they'll make really cute charms.
>>8907272
Thanks! I'm guessing I should take one of those metal loop things and clamp it on the piece to make it into a charm?
>>8907262
Do you mind me asking how you do those? I mean, the owl and the planets, what do you use as a base for them?
>>8907301
You could do that but you should really have punched a hole in the charm before to make it neater. You could use bails, which look best imo, and if you only have jump rings lay one flat on the back of the charm when you're doming the back with half of it sticking out. It'll become embedded and won't come out, then you can attach another jump ring to that and use it as a charm.
Bails are really the best ones to use though.
>>8907262
oh my god i need pretty much all of these? do you have an online store?
>>8907262
Where'd you get that finding on the top left?
>>8907262
Your doming looks good anon! Especially the hamster sticker. I sometimes have trouble with things that have sharp indents (where it goes in btwn the scallops), but maybe it's because I over fill and that's generally where it leaks...
The iridescent glitter is really pretty too. Is it mixed into the resin or did you stick it on first and then dome over it?
Also, I agree with >>8907346 that bails look best. If you had bits sticking out then punching a hole and using a jump ring would be fine, like the loop at the top of the owl on the swing.
Anyway...contributing some of my recent stuff. I've got a con next weekend and I'm hoping the space stuff will be well received because I really like making them, but they use up quite a bit of resin and need multiple domings.
>>8907472
Your stuff is amaze! Mind sharing how you do your space coloring?
>>8907472
Do you use watercolours by any chance? Your stuff looks really great btw, it's so clean.
>>8907338
The owls are washi tape stickers from daiso and the planets are plastic stickers!
>>8907365
I just started making these so I don't have a store, sorry! Maybe sometime in the future after I get the hang of doing this though.
>>8907423
It's from daiso!
>>8907472
The hamster sticker is a little under-filled because I was running out of resin, so it didn't leak much! The glitter is mixed into the resin, because I wanted it to be as uniform as possible.
Your stuff is really pretty btw, I really love the pastel colors! Space motifs are my favourite.
>>8905798
>tfw I was dremeling holes into resin and ABS plastic pieces a while back.
>The resin powder/shards were hard enough to remove from the damn carpet.
Well, fuck.
>>8907472
i'd so buy the galaxy pieces without the text but instead a cute non-text sticker like a little planet or something.
>>8907472
I need that cow
>>8907973
Please don't do that again, you can get permanent scarring from inhaling resin dust. Sand underwater whenever possible or have a fan blowing the dust away from you. And seriously, wear a mask.
Where are you guys finding your glitters?
I'm looking for the translucent stuff like in the OPic - Reflecting either green/blue or pink/purple. I can't find anything even vaguely close to it on AE or in person, though.
>>8909578
I think you're looking for holographic glitter. It's not too hard to find and you can make your own, if you have the patience. If you want something finer for smaller pieces or details you could try white glitter, since it reflects similarly.
>>8909805
I finally found it! It's all under 'holographic sequins' for some reason.
Thank you, anon!
I like a lot of stuff in this shop, but I feel like often the execution isn't as nice/clean as it could be. Like if it was something I made for myself, i wouldnt be so worried, but I wouldnt want to buy it or sell it I guess.
I'd love an alien mold like this though
https://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/home/Lutrasaura_Resin_Dreams
>>8909578
Look for nail art supplies or search for mylar flakes on ebay. They look like tiny amounts but a little goes a long way in resin. Some sellers even have different amounts to sell in their listings.
>>8910344
Yeah, I can see what you mean. A few of the pieces have weird sticker placement and some of them aren't as cleanly painted, like the alien one.
>mfw first molds arrived today
>>8910787
What are they like? Also, good luck with your first pieces!
>>8910787
I hope mine arrive soon. I'm turning into a skeleton.
Late to the party but an article on Silicone vs Plastic moldes.
http://www.resinobsession.com/resin-frequently-asked-questions/plastic-resin-molds-and-silicone-resin-molds-whats-the-difference
Any favorite brands of resin out there? I'm thinking of trying out ICE resin since I heard that it is easy to work with for n00bs (me). I'm wanting to make cabochons for jewerly projects. Does anyone agree/disagre with it?
What are brands of resin does /cgl/ like and why?
>>8911255
I use Padico UV resin and I love it, but shit is that stuff expensive. I also use Pebeo Gedeo but I'm looking at other resin types atm, it takes so goddamn long to set. ICE resin is on my list to try out, I've heard good things about it too.
I also got Lisa Pavelka UV gloss or whatever it's called on an impulse, it arrived yesterday but I didn't read the reviews on the US site because I'm a moron and now I'm paranoid that it'll essentially melt if I use it for doming. It probably won't, but has anyone had any experience with it?
Ahahahah I wasted 30ml each of silicone part A and resin part B components by mixing them together by accident.
>>8907472
I love the way that your pieces are layered, anon!
can we please put this shit in to /diy/ or something? it doesn't fucking go here.
>>8912110
Fuck off. Cute lolita and j-fash accessories belong here.
>>8912100
That bat is a cutie. When you perfect the process of making them, will you have them in your shop?
>>8912163
Yup! I'm working on a whole buttload of creepy cute pieces to put up all at once, hopefully in a month or so.
These guys just need the paint cleaned up and a clear resin glaze to smooth 'n gloss.
>>8912110
resin accessories are very big in jfash, and a lot of us have stores for jfash accessories. it belongs here as much as Artist Alley, handmade, indie jewelry, etc. threads do.
just hide it and go back to your fap/cringe threads.
>>8907262
Oh wow, I have a badge I bought off AliExpress with that pink eyes triangle design. Is that based off a sticker?
>>8912285
I'm not sure what it's based of, I bought it in a local shop and I thought I'd dome it for fun.
I made more resin stuff! Sadly some of them didn't turn out too well because I didn't seal the pictures thoroughly enough. I'm happy with how the clover came out though!
>>8912349
Here's the store I got that badge off if you're looking for more in a similar style.
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/group/BROOCH/430917_253037847.html
I want to ask JellyUltra for a trade so badly.
I am ordering a bunch of little resin baguettes and croissants and metal silverware. There will be lots of cute ribbon things!
>>8912349
You can paint the back with white acrylic (before doming the back would be ideal) to hide the stains.
>>8912100
These are really cute! What did you use to color th purple ones?
>>8912349
>osomatsu pieces
Anon please tell me your shop's name.
>>8907936
Sorry for the noob question, but how do you seal the watercolors before doming them in resin?
Alright, I've got a safety question that google didn't really satisfy me with the answers to. I've got my first pieces that I mixed and poured about 7 hours ago, and I need to keep them in my room overnight due to it being the only place that's safe from our cat getting into them. Will I still need to worry about fumes?
>>8912110
As someone who lurks both here and /diy/, I can definitely say this is the better board. /diy/ is geared more towards heavy stuff like woodworking, while handycrafts threads can go there, they don't get much traction.
Newbie question: if I do my resin in layers, will there be visible striations on the side of the casting?
I need to make a spherical resin gem (with a flat bit at the top for practicality's sake) for a cosplay. I used a large marble to make my mold and that part worked perfectly, but I had problems with bubbles on the sides and the resin not curing completely at the very bottom. It seemed like the bubbles migrated up to where the mold curved back inward for the upper half of the sphere, and then just stuck there on the mold wall instead of propogating out at the very top where it was open. The resin at the very bottom never seemed to cure quite right either, it was kinda tacky. I had the same problems with multiple attempts so I don't think the cure problem was my mixing.
Would doing it in layers help? I'm using red dye and getting the color to match between batches is a whole other can of worms, but I'll manage if that's what it takes to make a good cast.
>>8913778
What kind of resin is it, anon?
I cure pretty huge batches of epoxy in my bedroom without issue - Although I do put loose tupperware containers over domed pieces to stay stray dust/hairs.
>>8913778
Don't listen to >>8914224 . Fumes are definitely bad. Might not be instantly bad... actually nvm, its bad no matter how you turn it. If that anon can cure them in airtight containers, ok. But if fumes are getting out its definitely not good.
The more you expose yourself to epoxy fumes the higher a chance of a negative reaction to it. And once you get that, you can say goodbye to working with any kind of epoxy ever again.
>>8913778
Yes. You might not have immediate problems but any exposure in a confined space is bad for you.
First pull from my new frame moulds, now I need to figure out what to put in them
>>8914473
Cute cute cute!!! I love how the red in the oval one makes it look like roses (plus the mold detailing, but ya know..) It just reinforces the rose idea even more!
>>8914548
Thanks! That's what I was going for so I'm glad it works
has anyone ever tried the more complicated resin pieces like what nyanrara does (with bubbles of moving water, etc.)?
>>8914563
another example, she's really good at embellishments and creating mini scenes
>>8914571
>>8914563
I feel like doing it with epoxy would be ridiculous hard. Definitely something more suited to UV resin where the curing time is something you are more in control over
>>8914575
>>8914576
definitely. the style would not be able to be done in batches either, i think.
>>8914563
These are resin? I would have expected them to be glass. They're really cool either way.
>>8914473
I am also diggin' that red/oval one. I look forward to seeing what you do with them!
>>8913663
The watercolors don't run in the resin, they hold to the paper and don't move. Unless you mean something else.
>>8908002
A realistic planet sticker or like a silhouette? I've got plenty of blank galaxies.
pic related is what I'm currently working on. pardon the daisies, it's a mess outside the mat. I have to dome the galaxy cuties again since the resin leaked when I attached the bails...
>>8914601
>These are resin? I would have expected them to be glass. They're really cool either way.
yep, they are resin. her channel is pretty cool even if i cannot read Japanese.
a popular video of hers:
http://youtu.be/Kf5xK6jXOpI
>>8914473
The red oval is to die for but I love the pink one, too.
>>8914473
So beautiful! I really love them. I think I am waiting on the upper rectangular one myself.
>>8914563
I tried once. It was a mess, but it more or less worked. I poured a layer of UV resin into the bottom of a rectangular mold, cured that, and built up thinnish layers on the sides. I added water mixed with rubbing alcohol and used more UV resin to attach a piece of plastic to the back.
It leaked like you wouldn't believe. I had to brush globs of resin over the bits that leaked the most and keep on shaking it to see where it leaked. By the time I was done I had a very bubbly, very lumpy rectangle with a few beads floating inside.
The biggest problem was the sides. It was so hard to build up thick even layers that it ended up being weirdly wavy and the plastic didn't stick right. If you had a mold made for it it'd be perfectly fine, and I think I know how to fix the other glaring issues I had, so if I have time over the weekend I'll try again and report back with pictures.
>>8914150
Something I like to try and do is trickle the resin from some height. I don't recommend if you don't have a steady hand though. A thinner stream means less air can get into the resin as it pours
What you could also try is pour a little in and slush it around the sides first to coat it. It usually helps with prevention of air bubbles in stickers going in if you coat them first, maybe it could work here. You won't be able to guarantee the same shade otherwise
>>8914601
Not that anon but I had no idea you didn't have to seal watercolor paper. Thanks anon.
>>8915230
Oh, I hadn't thought of sloshing it around first. That makes sense, though! I try to let as many bubbles rise out before I pour it, but of course more get in.
I'm actually planning on building a motorized rig for slush-casting pieces so I can cast smaller hollow prop parts with it, I'm wondering if I could use it for this as well. The problem is that the opaque resin for the props only takes maybe an hour to cure, as opposed to two or three days for the clear stuff...I don't think I want to leave it running that long. Though it probably would only need rotated until the out surface had set and then I could put it aside to cure normally.
I've been on a resin hiatus for awhile but I'm coming back into it. Did my first batch the other day and they were fully cured today (yay!)
The molds I got awhile back from a taobao order. Someone had posted them in a taobao thread once upon a time. I dont remember the store but you should be able to find them if you search things like "æ ‘è„‚ DIY" or something.
I tried looking this up online but I am not sure the answer to it but when coloring resin which is better to get the effects like >>8881838? Glitter, those pigmented powders, or dyes? I seen alot of japanese crafters use powders while western crafters usually use glitters or dyes but I like all of them however I want to get close to the ones in OP's pic.
>>8912406
Heyyoooo anon! Sorry I didn't see this until just now ! You want to drop your email so we can discuss? I'd like so see some of your work. If you are a regular poster in these threads I might even already follow you eheh, I try to follow others on /cgl/ who are making stuff (like hellobonesjones, and misskittea)
Also it really might depend on where you are located since some countries are really expensive to ship to, at least with a tracking number. I'm in Canada c:
Do you guys use mold release or anything like it? I had some trouble demolding my first pieces and feel like I fucked up in not using some.
>>8917012
I've never used a mold release. My only issue I've had is after I've used a mold quite a few times it starts to deteriorate. I want to try to use mold release to try and prevent this
>>8916392
You might want to try inks.
>>8917392
Inks? Like those calligraphy inks?
>>8917401
You can get dyes/inks specifically for colouring resin.
Quick breakdown:
>Dyes/inks
These give consistent translucent colour. You can use a little for soft pastels like op, or a lot for bright saturated colours.
>Powers, like PearlEx.
Powders can be cloudy translucent or opaque depending on how much you use - they usually have a nice metallic or shimmery sheen in the texture.
>Glitter.
Glitter adds colour, texture and obviously 'glitteryness' by mixing it with your powder or ink in the resin before pouring.
You can use glitter to embellish opaque pieces, but you'd put that on top (not mix it through.)
>>8917409
Can you use acrylics for coloring resin?
>>8917415
Acrylic paint? I don't think so. It's too thick and viscous - it wouldn't mix with the resin properly.
>>8917415
I've used acrylics with UV resin and the results were not the best. It cured, but it looked weirdly foamy and lumpy, and I had to dome it to make it look normal. I wouldn't recommend it at all. Even if you don't have inks or whatever you can use eyeshadow or pastels and get much better results.
>>8916309
Hope this isn't a trade secret, but do you make your gradients with glitter or dye? I'm having a hard time telling from just the photos, but I've watched tutorials on how to create a glitter gradient in resin, and I'd like to try it for myself. Your pieces are always fantastic!
Something I learned tonight!
Waiting until your resin starts to heat and cure in the mixing cup before pouring will cause it to cure about twice as quickly!
..But add your pigment at the very beginning, because any amount of stirring once it's started to cure will FUCK IT UP.
>>8917444
I'd... I'd really rather not share anon, I'm so sorry. Its absolutely nothing personal, but I have so many people request how I do it, I'd feel like a fool to let up something that I've been told really makes me stand out from other resin artists.
>pls no bully
Thank you for the compliment though, and I wish you luck on your endeavors ! Never stop experimenting and trying new techniques. Its so rewarding when you figure out a new way to make cute resin. I still experiment myself all the time!
>>8917444
after you make the clear layer of resin with the glitter in it. Mix up a pearl white back layer and split some to put a colour in. Pour them on top of the clear layer and mix them both into a gradient with a toothpick.
>>8917444
Take a look at these:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVaW2Bnitac
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We0EZmFrvu4
I did a few things last night and would like some critique
These I've also painted onto for the gold.
These are frames I just pulled out this morning
>>8917749
Anon I don't think asking if you use glitter or dye for an effect is that big a deal to be secretive over, someone wants to know how you achieved that finish, I doubt disclosing such information will put any sort of dent in your business and desu, seems kinda petty/special snowflakey.
Its a resin charm, its not like you made the molds yourself even.
>>8917844
>It's not like you made the molds yourself even.
So her unique finish IS what makes them recognizably 'hers'. I don't think there's anything wrong with wanting to keep your hard-earned experience to yourself.
>>8917834
Far left is the best imo. It's clean, balanced and cute.
Purple looks kinda messy- that might be the lighting, but the green gem looks out of place, the pink and purple clash, and the cat looks too small and off-centre. Again, the lighting doesn't help, it might look way better in person.
Teal frame is too plain, upper right pink looks kinda unbalanced and the flower cat one looks okay but plain.
What you really need to work on is the writing, it looks uneven and cramped. The 'Hello' on the purple one looks a bit like a collar, so it doesn't stick out as much, but the 'Lonely' is super wonky and sticks out like a sore thumb.
>>8917835
Fairy and cross ones are really nice. The upper right one looks too faded because of the gold splotches, it would have looked better if you'd painted the gold underneath, added a layer of resin and added the pictures on top.
I think gold flakes would look really good with this style, especially for the cross one.
Dropping some resin instagrams that I follow:
https://www.instagram.com/cocotte_co/
https://www.instagram.com/saori_surunnuage/
https://www.instagram.com/lira.no/
>>8886942
Link to shop, pls. I love uncanny valley creepy-cute things
>>8918152
Yeah the lighting was crap, the hearts were teal and hot pink. The words came as part of the stickers and I try to clip them out if I can.
I'm still experimenting and thank you for the advice!
>>8904438
I have two. They come out fine for the most part but you have to file some edges a bit. I just bought about 10 new molds from an Ali seller today so when they come in I can give a review. I can give a small review of the two I have when I get home from work if you want.
>>8905811
I agree with the other anons. Get a silicone mat. They are cheap on Ali. I'm considering buying some silicone cups too buy right now I just use party cups and popsicle sticks from the dollar store and throw them away when I'm done
>>8918395
You're welcome! Your stuff does have potential, I was worried after I'd posted it that I'd come off as too harsh.
>>8918470
Different anon but I just bought a fondant mold that I think might need filing, what do you use to do that?
A few things I have done. I'll post my shop by request.
>>8918511
your stuff looks pretty cute, but I feel like you could benefit with some better photography?
Your pictures are not fuzzy or bad in any way, I just think you could take more flattering photos of your work. I really love the tea pot and cameo one, super cute!
>also this advice really only applies if these are the photos you are using for your store
>>8918511
Can I ask a probably really obvious question? To make the chain parts with beads, is it just eye pins threaded with beads then attached to regular chain?
>>8918511
Oh I'd like a link too!
>>8918511
I'd like a link to your shop, your stuff looks very cute and bright.
Also, I agree with the other anon, a bit of tweaking in Photoshop would make a huge difference.
>>8917867
There are a number of sellers who use that finish, its just petty to act like its a BIG secret. Most artists when you ask on how they got a certain finish don't go "I can't tell you because its 'trade secret desu'", resin charms are hardly a cutthroat business. Get real anon. A simple question was asked, dye or glitter? The anon asking wasn't after her whole process.
>>8918934
If customers are saying that it's what sets her apart, then clearly it's not something that everyone knows. It's very reasonable for someone to keep their money-maker secret, no matter how small it is.
Personally I hate when people ask me for how I did my stuff, because all I did was a few Google searches and some Youtube videos, and a couple trials. I don't care to be a personal teacher for someone who doesn't want to put forth the research.
>>8917415
you can for epoxy in VERY small amounts. Otherwise you'll find it wont cure properly and remain sticky. Basically it has water in it, and resin -hates- water with a vengeance.
>>8918631
>http://creamyalamode.storenvy.com/
I really REALLY love your cameo work.
>>8919238
Thank you so much ^^ I actually need to get a new cameo mold because that one finally warped beyond repair.
>>8918631
>I should probably ask a friend to show me better photo editing.
It's easy! If you have PS Elements, just go to Enhance and play around a bit until it looks clean and bright. If you want more control over how it looks just play around with the blur/sharpen and dodge/burn tools, and add filters or change the brightness.
>>8919904
Different anon giving advice but also PS CS2 has an official free download. Its basic but gets the job done
>I still use it since I'm used to it
>>8918934
Pretty sure you can get that finish with pastels. At least for a gradient background.
>>8917444
https://youtu.be/X_aPzIVX2xg
Hope this helps
>>8920124
I prefer using loose eyeshadow instead of pastels because I always seem to get little lumps in the resin no matter how well I mix it. I didn't know pastels could give you a transparent effect though.
>>8920442
Eyeshadow gave me lumps. I find it best to just invest in resin dyes. You use less than what holds on to a toothpick for most things so they last near forever. Only the white I fly through.
>>8918631
I really like the cameos too, have you considered making them in brooch form?
>>8914473
They look so good! Can you share where you found the round cameo mold? I've been looking for one just like it.
>>8914613
This is so cool, but now I have been in Japanese resin hell for like 2 hours and can't stop watching.
>>8912349
Yeah i'm gonna need those Karamatsu pins.
I've done some simple doming so far, but waiting on some stickers and molds before I start making the more interesting stuff. At least I've got my shop up now. I expect to be getting most of my chinese new year ordered stuff this week.
Just bought a bunch of molds and glitters to start making resin pieces. Can't wait to get everything in the mail!
>>8922069
I just bought Haenuli St Vitrus skirt, and I really dig your work. Do you have an etsy?
Could you please email me if you don't?
>>8922181
I have the St. Vitus in skirt form too, and it's exactly why I made these! There is such a big lack of stained glass accessories. If you like, I can take pictures of them next to the print so you can choose something to balance/match a part of it you want to work with most. But for now, sleepytime.
Etsy.com/shop/DreamCathedral
>>8922069
Are you the anon who posted in the indie crafts thread by any chance?
>>8922240
Yep. I frequent both.
Can someone link me to where I can buy this exact mold? I have the rest from this set and for some reason this one is sold out everywhere I've looked. Or if someone would be willing to part with it? Thanks in advance!
>>8920810
Hey, sorry for the late reply. I don't have the link but you should be able to find it pretty easily on aliexpress if you search for 'frame mold'
>>8922563
I've found Padico molds on Amazon and eBay, if that helps.
Does anyone have experience from buying molds from Taobao or Alixexpress? I want to find really interesting molds to use and was wondering if anyone had experiences with them.
>>8923500
Taobao might be a bit pointless because the shipping+fees for such small items would be pretty steep. Unless you found a really interesting mold or are buying them as part of a bigger order it's not worth it imo.
Ali has a ton of molds, the only complaint most people have is that they're surprisingly tiny sometimes. You need to be careful with descriptions too, sometimes they're advertised as resin/clay/food molds but are only for clay/food. Look for silicon molds and you should be fine.
>>8923682
I typically go for silicone because I want to use them for both resin and lotion/other things. I'll make sure to get decently sized ones.
I guess my last question would be a good place to look for sphere molds.
>>8914563
oh golly, dont use water for these. it'll dry out
use baby oil instead!
>>8923756
How can it dry out? Will it all just leak out at some point or what?
I don't mean to be rude, I'm genuinely curious.
>>8924024
water evaporates
>>8924083
That's true. However, it's sealed in resin.
This is kinda gross but I found a really cool dead fly and I'd like to preserve it in resin, anyone have any tips for doing that?
>>8924121
I'm guessing put it in a container with some of those preserving packets you get in bags and stuff to get the moisture out of it first
Does anyone know where I can get this mold?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zawmJzypmBg
There are some listings via Storenvy and Etsy but they are overpriced and they don't ship to my country. I think they are buying them in Aliexpress but I can't find the source.
>>8925112
Try going on Taobao and using the image search function. Won't help for Ali but at least you'll have the source if you're ever doing a Taobao order.
>>8925112
Oh god I remember the drama that surrounded this mold.
>>8925181
There's drama over a mold? What
>>8925416
Didn't CD say at some point that she didn't sell the molds she made herself?
>>8925112
Please share if you manage to find it, I've had a trawl through taobao but no luck
Has collecting molds, stickers, etc become a bit of an obsession for anyone else?
>>8926016
Collecting stickers has become even more of an obsession for me- at least my huge horde has a purpose now, lol. I only have a couple of molds but I'm working on that. Resin is weirdly addictive.
