Resin is a very popular craft and there are so many unique creations that can be made from it. If you are a beginner at this art, there are some tips and tricks that can help you become better at it and create perfect crafts. This is a medium that will require some experience and with some trial and error, you will be able to get the hang of it quickly.
Before you start with a resin craft project, you need to make sure that your workspace is set up properly and that you have the right protective wear. Resin is very sticky when it is curing so you need to make sure that you work in an area that is very easy to clean. It will be easier if you can cover the workspace with a layer of polythene. You can even use a shower curtain or a garbage bag. A nonstick material such as a silicone mat can be used to work on. This is especially useful as the resin will not stick to it. If there are any spills, you will be able to peel it off the material after curing. You will be able to purchase resin and moulds from Health of Mind arts epoxy resin store. You can also check for epoxy resin stores to see which one offers more
flexibility when it comes to purchases.
You only have a limited time to work with the resin after you have mixed it. So you need to make sure that all the moulds are ready so that you don’t lose any time. If the moulds are dirty, you can clean and dry them. All signs of dust, lint and any other debris have to be cleaned from the mould. You can also spray the silicone moulds with mould release and this will extend their life as well. You will be able to remove the resin mould quite easily after the curing period. To ensure that the resin
cures properly, you need to measure the resin and hardener accurately. The accurate proportions will be provided by the manufacturer. Generally, the proportions are 1:1 or 2:1 but it is always
recommended to check the ratio.
If you get the ratio wrong, the resin will not cure properly and you will find it hard to get it out of the mould. Some resin kits will tell you to measure by volume. For this, you will need to use cups that come with graduated measurements. Some will require you to measure by weight and you can use a digital scale for this. Check the instructions for mixing as well. You have to follow all the steps noted by the manufacturer. This is guaranteed to give you the best results. Having bubbles in your finished resin craft is an issue that many beginners face. Make sure that you mix the resin slowly to reduce the number of bubbles. This will be easier with a slow curing epoxy. But if you are working with a fast curing resin, this may not be possible. But avoid whipping the resin when you are mixing the two parts.
