I am currently going through a contact dermatitis due to epoxy and I buy my epoxy from Michaels. But my hand are crazy itchy and that’s why I’m here today. I have been making tumblers and other things for almost 4 years now. Thanks for your video hun ❤
After watching a few of your videos, I ordered my first bottle of Crystalac Grande Finale. I'm nervous to use it, but epoxy is killing me slowly, I'm sure (have crazy dermatitis every time I make a tumbler.) Your videos are wonderful, lots of great tips and info. Thank you so much for what you do!!!
Thank you for this. I just developed, out of nowhere, a pretty serious allergy to epoxy. I was hoping it was brand specific and tried another to no avail. I ordered my Brite tone and grand finale, yesterday. So, any tips and tricks or advice I can gather up is very much appreciated. I had just purchased some new molds, too. So, I’m seriously bummed out about that. I currently feel like a snake with all of this skin I have flaking off as a result of the swelling around my eyes. I have to wear shades if I go anywhere. It feels very much like a chemical burn.
Thank you for sharing this with us. I do have a question ⁉️ I do a lot of fabric tumblers. They're my biggest sellers. How does this work with fabrics.
My grand finale is starting to get chunks forming inside the bottle. When i go to use it, it looks like little pieces of snot throughout, sorry that sounds gross. Does it expire? Ive only had it about 5 months. Shaking it up makes it worse. Any tips?
HOPE YOU SEE ThIS….I have some projects that won’t be able to be spun. For example larger ceramic pots bowls and platters. If I can spin the product, do you still recommend using the Grand Finale or Brite Tone. I have been REALLY looking for an answer because I live overseas and ordering either will be pricy. Wanna make a good choice! 🥰 If you have any insight, I appreciate it!!! Ps my channel shows the pots I am doing. But I want to venture into some flatter products… nEW SUB! Love your tumblers!
Hi Alison. I know that tumblers are your specialty, but I was wondering if grand finale can be used on polymer clay in place of UV resin. Have you or know of anyone who has tried it?
I asked this on another one of your videos for brite tone meant to ask it here I’d like to waterslides and temporary tattoos can you use them with this and if so how would u seal them tks😊
Can you use Brite tone or grand finale on a cup that has epoxy on it already? I have a cup that I started that has epoxy and I want to switch to crystalac products.
I am currently going through a contact dermatitis due to epoxy and I buy my epoxy from Michaels. But my hand are crazy itchy and that’s why I’m here today. I have been making tumblers and other things for almost 4 years now. Thanks for your video hun ❤
Thank you for all you do! 💖I'm still so thankful to you for introducing me to Crystalac. I get my GF on Monday, can't wait!!
Yay!!! Let me know how you like it!!
After watching a few of your videos, I ordered my first bottle of Crystalac Grande Finale. I'm nervous to use it, but epoxy is killing me slowly, I'm sure (have crazy dermatitis every time I make a tumbler.) Your videos are wonderful, lots of great tips and info. Thank you so much for what you do!!!
I absolutely LOVE the Grand Finale! Definitely a game changer!!
Yay I’m so happy you do!!!!
Thank you for this video, I just purchased this to try, they shipped it super fast, I can't wait to try it.
How about yellowing? Brighttone and Grand Finale, how do they do with yellowing? I haven't used them yet.
They are non-yellowing! 🥳
yes i would love to have a list and Explanation OF THE STEPS DO GO BY
I have lots of videos here with the steps or an ebook that goes into detail: alisonsullivan.co/blueprint
Can I use grand finale over epoxy on a tumbler?
Thank you Alison... I appreciate you so much💖
Thank you!!! 🥰🥰
Hello Alison. Can you use grand finale as a base coat under your alcohol inks as well. Or is it just a top coat. Thanks.
Thanks for sharing. I ordered a gallon. I’m excited to try this new product. I’ve only used KSResin but am interested in making the switch.
I hope you love it!
How long does GF last? Is it comparable to epoxy?
How would you put it on if you don't have a cup turner?
Hi, just came across your video, can Crystalac be used over vinyl on wine glasses? Cheers
Yep! Make sure you prep the glass first
Thank you for this. I just developed, out of nowhere, a pretty serious allergy to epoxy. I was hoping it was brand specific and tried another to no avail. I ordered my Brite tone and grand finale, yesterday. So, any tips and tricks or advice I can gather up is very much appreciated. I had just purchased some new molds, too. So, I’m seriously bummed out about that. I currently feel like a snake with all of this skin I have flaking off as a result of the swelling around my eyes. I have to wear shades if I go anywhere. It feels very much like a chemical burn.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
I do have a question ⁉️
I do a lot of fabric tumblers. They're my biggest sellers.
How does this work with fabrics.
ua-cam.com/video/_mKtcj202M4/v-deo.html
Can I put the cups in my heater box to dry faster?
My grand finale is starting to get chunks forming inside the bottle. When i go to use it, it looks like little pieces of snot throughout, sorry that sounds gross. Does it expire? Ive only had it about 5 months. Shaking it up makes it worse. Any tips?
Just got mine GF and I was wondering if I can put a temporary tattoo instead of waterslide. Thanks much
of course!
Has anyone used Grand Finale (or Brite Coat) with dried flowers?
Do you have any video on how to use Grand finale on glass?
Not at this time but I’m working on one! Process is the same as tumblers though 🥰
HOPE YOU SEE ThIS….I have some projects that won’t be able to be spun. For example larger ceramic pots bowls and platters. If I can spin the product, do you still recommend using the Grand Finale or Brite Tone. I have been REALLY looking for an answer because I live overseas and ordering either will be pricy. Wanna make a good choice! 🥰 If you have any insight, I appreciate it!!!
Ps my channel shows the pots I am doing. But I want to venture into some flatter products… nEW SUB! Love your tumblers!
Can you use crystalac after you use the tack it with the holographic glitter
Hi I just bought grand finale, should I mess up my tumbler and it’s dry what’s the best way to strip grand finale? Citirus strip? Acetone?
Thanks for this information. When do you sand? After how many coats of GF?
What is the difference between flat matte & high gloss grand finale?
Hi Alison. I know that tumblers are your specialty, but I was wondering if grand finale can be used on polymer clay in place of UV resin. Have you or know of anyone who has tried it?
I have not done it but I don’t see why not!
@@AlisonCrafts how many layers do you think I should have? Why do you sand after applying a few layers?
I love your tutorials! Newbie here and got some GF. My craft room is very humid though. Can you add the reducer to GF?
You can. You can also add it a bit of water
I asked this on another one of your videos for brite tone meant to ask it here I’d like to waterslides and temporary tattoos can you use them with this and if so how would u seal them tks😊
Is varnish grand finale good to use on canvas as well?😢😢😢
Hello, Allison.
You think it can be used in clay as a sealer?
Is this product heat resistant for use on coaster?
Hi, can I use my brite tone as a glitter sealer and then the GF? I dont want my BT to go to waste, too much money invest already, thanks
if course, you can interchange the two! just make sure you're letting your BT dry 4 hours still
I want to use alcohol inks on clear wine glasses. Can I use the Grand Finale over the dried alcohol inks and are the glasses safe for drinking from?
You can but make sure you seal them real welll first. I wouldn’t bring the alcohol inks to the top of the glass but the grand finale is fine!
Hi! Can I use GF to make pieces as well ( like resin cup holders?)
not in a deep mold but you can use it on an acrylic blank or wood piece
Will it be clear and not flake off on acrylic tumblers?( with vinyl decals) thx
It will stick as long as you prep the cup
Does this work for cold cups? To seal the vinyl?
Yes as long as the cold cups are prepped!
How do you prep
I am getting so many bubbles. I don’t use a brush I use my bare hand and my temp is about 70. What am I doing wrong?
I can’t help without photos but I suggest you contact customer service at the crystalac company for that one!
Thanks for this Allison, does the heat and humidity have to be as high as for Brite Tone?
It’s similar but my temp is around 70 and 40-50% humidity
Hello ! Would this product work on tumblers made with alcohol inks as a sealer?
you need to spray seal your alcohol inks first but yes! ua-cam.com/video/1gnXU9WRUqo/v-deo.html
Can you use Brite tone or grand finale on a cup that has epoxy on it already? I have a cup that I started that has epoxy and I want to switch to crystalac products.
Yes you can 🥰
CAN YOU TELL ME WHY GRANDE FINALE TURNS MY PURPLE TUMBLER PINK ?
That’s the purple glitter you’re using. It’s not common but sometimes the dyes bleed in purples or reds, especially if it’s a more inexpensive glitter
Thank You for responding it is a cheap glitter walmart brand.
Does it work well with making pens? I don't spin my pens but let them dry standing up. Will that work or do they have to spin for an hour?
It works great on pens! ua-cam.com/video/GyhFjj_CnDk/v-deo.html
Is it ok to feel a little vinyl after several coats of BT or GF? I can tell that it is sealed.
Ya it’s fine! You Dan keep going and sand over the vinyl or leave it be
Can this go to the top of say a wine glass? Is it safe to have mouth on it?
Yep!
So sad we can’t get this in U.K.
They ship to the UK 🥰 and I’m sure it will be on Amazon UK soon too!
@@AlisonCrafts 🤞🏻 the customs charges make it so expensive so I’m holding out for Amazon :)
Does the no alcohol rule still apply to grand finale?
Yes
Can you use it on pens
Yes!
Is this safe for baby bottles? Food safe?
Yep!
Can I use GF on cold cups?
I've been trying to find the answer to this! I saw one YT video about it and it seemed okay.
Can GF be used on coasters where water may sit on them if the cup sweats?
Yep!