RESIN: *TOP TIPS* Starting resin for the first time? *Things you should know*
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- Опубліковано 21 січ 2020
- In this video I talk you through my top tips for starting resin. I am getting a lot of comments and questions lately about resin and in particular, my beginners resin video from June 2019.
One thing to know before starting is that resin is not a cheap hobby. I am lucky enough to have this resin sent to me by Craft Resin. I have purchased resin the past and prices range very much for a 1KG kit.
I have wanted to share with you all for some time my top tips that I have learned on route. I am by no means a professional. I am not a resin advisor I am simply sharing everything I know and have learned so far.
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In this video I cover:
safety
different resins
measurements
tools used
stirring advice
temperatures
moulds
best surface
heat tools and their uses
I really hope you find this useful .. xx
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THANK YOU, so much. I'm disabled and have a serious lung problem (and another disability) from 2nd hand smoke. I'm on oxygen 24/7. I've been using a paper mask. I'm stopping until I buy a proper Respirator, and gloves are so important! I live in a HIGH altitude state and it's cold in the winter, so maybe that is why my first Resin mix got so hot and I almost had a mini volcano! I've learned a lot in the last few months. The silicone tools are awesome and help save the environment. I almost got a Resin burn the first time, because I did something wrong and it got HOT fast, even though I had gloves on. I got some on my skin. Beginners MUST KNOW what your teaching. I didn't find many resin "Beginner" tutorials even though I asked other crafters on you tube what I should get first. Don't get lung problems ladies. It's not fun. I'm 63 this summer and I'm tethered to a oxygen machine. (I've never smoked but I was a Porcelain doll maker for yrs and breathed in the dust in the winter. That is all I can think of.) Your LUNGS are your life line. Thank you Claire! Stay Safe and HEALTHY! Blessings~ PS. this is going on my Pinterest page. I have A LOT of followers, over 12,000 on Pinterest..I think that's a lot. I'm not boasting, I'm just saying maybe I can help someone else by putting YOUR video on my site and you'll help them. It takes a village, and helping one another is the key to life~thanks Claire. Sorry, no more NOVELS!
Heyyyy my lovely … I love novels ! haaaaaa don't ever apologise I will always read and reply xx thank you so much ! x I am so sorry to hear about your lung problems I cannot imagine how tough that is :( As a resin user you need to take extra precautions for sure it might impact you way more than others xxx A good respirator is essential .. You can get whole face respirators that circulate air inside .. xx That is a huge amount of followers on Pinterest thank you so so much seriously kind xxx :) xx I am typing on my laptop so I cannot send emojis .. but I would fill this up with hearts if I could xxx I really appreciate how much time you took to comment and a huge thankyou for sharing my videos xx I am proper happy that they have helped you xxx
Hi Claire, I also love working with Resin. I have however developed an allergy to resin, so I have had to go into it to find out how I can continue to work with Resin. I have my respirator and latex gloves. Guess what, Resin can get through all gloves but nitrile. I have to double glove even with the nitrile gloves. Get Nitrile Gloves and please let your viewers know.
Heyyyy Bernie... thankyou so much for sharing this ... I honestly had no idea Resin could get through Latex ... I only use Nitrile gloves now .. but I did used to wear latex .. xx apparantly it is only a matter of time before people start to react bad to resin .. and once you have a reaction .. its hard not to x I would definitely say . Layer up the arms .. and double glove ... I also wear goggles now too ... xxx
I've had to double glove a few times.
Thanks Bernie, I too have developed a skin rash, and use latex gloves! I'll be swapping them out now.
Thank you for sharing this info. I will be starting with Resin projects
What respirator do U use? Thank U
I came across your channel earlier today and subscribed after just one video! Your energy and “go with the flow” style is fantastic! So glad I found this video too as I want to move on from UV to epoxy resin and you gave all the starter info I was looking for. Thank you!
Shein also has a bunch of really affordable molds. The clear type and the opaque ones. I’ve never had a problem with any of them. I have been using uv resin, and I will be trying epoxy resin soon. Also Temu, I think it’s spelled that way, has a ton of options for resin crafting at great prices.
Little did she know when she said 'mask up' that everyone would soon be doing it
ha ha so true right ?
She can see the future!!! Lol
@@brandyives9739 🤣🤣🤣🤣 the similarities are totally similar too ... there are so many who don't want to wear a respirator also 🤣😢
I really liked your video! It was very informative. I was going to try resin but I'm going to wait...I didn't know any of that intill now. Thank you so much for sharing! Now I can truly prepare 😌 🙌...
Have you heard if that resin gets foggy. It keeps getting foggy on me. Is it the brand it self? Or why does it get that way? Thanks again for your help.
Thank you so much, this has been a great tutorial, sooooooooo helpful x
This has been a great informative video. Thanks for all your good advice. ❤❤
Fantastic tips, thank you!
Excellent advice! Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and ideas!
Thanks so much Susan xxxx I'm glad you found it helpful xxx ❤❤❤ still learning .. but that will never stop I guess xxx
Man, are super efficient, VERY thorough and i would SWEAR that you live out here in the US since this video is DISCLAIMERED OUT!! But, of course, somebody somewhere will find SOMETHING to nit pick at, i can tell you've had your fair share of that, I am BRAND NEW to the epoxy world, i super appreciate your video, you sharing your thoughts and experiences with the rest of us and, MOST importantly, informing us of ALL of the property precautions to take when messing with toxic chemicals like epoxy resin
Heyyyy Talena, thank you so much ! xx I am definitely still finding people point blank refusing to wear a mask and gloves ... It is not about being told what to do (some people are defiant and feel like I am telling them what to do) but it really is as simple as protecting their own lungs ... they refuse ! It makes no sense to me when a respirator is cheaper than the actual resin. I am so happy and appreciate you for listening and actually caring about your own health xxxx
Claire is the reigning queen of resin... in training.
Awww ha ha thanks lovely xxx 🤣
Another great video I learned a lot with this one. Your the only UA-camr that answer my comments
Lea .. haaaa you're amazing !! Seriously?? .. yeh I have a 100% reply rate .. I cannot stand it when you tubers dont respond... like ... I am only here because of you guys !!!
Great video, Claire! I haven’t done any resin crafting, but I love watching your videos. You’re so adorable and personable! Love and hugs ❤️
Ahhh Lisa thankyou sooooo much xxxx 😘❤😘❤ I'm glad you enjoy watching them xxxx
So helpful-thank you!
I just love listening to you. It's hard to find people who are so enthusiastic but honest and concerned enough to make sure you share what's really important to keep everyone safe. So glad I found you, you just make me smile.
Awwwww Anita thanks sooo much that's proper lovely ❤❤❤❤ I'm glad you found me toooooo xxxxxx
Hi Claire, thanks for this video, so helpful. As a paper crafter I use both a heat gun for embossing powder but also use the Tim Holtz heat tool which operates the same temperature as a heat gun but doesn’t blow anywhere near like a heat gun. Hope this helps you and anyone else. 😊
Loved your video and vibe! Thank you for the tips!! I want to get started with resin, so doing my research 😘
Thank you so much xx I hope you found this helpful xxxx ❤
I'm just thinking about to start with the world of the resin and you really helped me with the video. Such useful tips. Thanks!!
Hey Noella, that is great x I hope you enjoy it xxx
Your Videos are so Helpful , I've been wanting to try out Resin casting for a while now. Hopefully ordering my first resin Kit soon
This is so great to hear thank you x hope you love it x
Thank you for all the great tips!!
thank you so much x I am glad you found it helpful xx
I haven’t started yet, but I have started gathering everything I need, respirator mask, nitrile gloves, scales, molds, resin…now I just need the courage to start mixing and pouring. I even got a small curing machine, next is bubble removal machine. 🫶🏼
Such great information. Thanks. ❤❤❤
Hi there! I'm just starting out using resin, found your video in a search. So much great advice from one newbie to another. Look forward to seeing all the other stuff you can show me. Thank you! Your enthusiasm is infectious :-)
Heyyyy Darcy .. I am so glad you found this helpful .. I hope you like my other contect .. I have a whole playlist on resin x
Your hair is actually so beautiful 😍😍😍 I wanted to do resin for ages this is so helpful thank you X
Ahhhhh thanks girl xxx 😘😘😘 you know you are more than welcome to come try and have a play xxxx
Hello! Pohl Barn told us about you! We can’t wait to wade through your content and it’s lovely to find sources in the UK!
Heyyyy lovely ... thanks so much for popping over xx I'm not a wood turner (yet) the lathe is still in its box lol .. bad timing with everything going on now .. shed only arrived yesterday ! Xxx hope you find content that you enjoy xxxx
thanks claire! good info!
Thankyooo Dave xxx
Great video. Much needed
amazing thank you I am glad it helped xx
Great video, very informative. I thank you. I am looking to start a resin business soon. I made my first few purchases based on your recommendations in this video.
Heyyyyyyy Eureca that is amazing xx I am so glad you will be going with safety and how exciting congratulations and good luck with it xxx
Thank you for this video :) wanting to start with resin art in the safest way possible so I appreciate the info .
that is amazing so glad you found this helpful xxx
Great job as usual! 🖒 Lots of good info. 1 thing i have to do is cover my project with an upside down plastic storage container while curing. Ive realized all my resin is like a magnet to all the stuff floating in the air including pet hair!
Thanks so much hunee .. Ahhhh yess I have seen people cover their resin .. never done that either and it's more to do with me being too lazy than anything else haaa but if I had pets I would 100% cover it xx
Thanks for the tips. I plan some on using resin in the future.
Ahh amazing ! I'm currently obsessed .. trying to wean myself off of it lol
Great tips. Thank you
thankyou so much xx glad you found them helpful xxx
Lots of great info. Thanks!
thanks Miley .. hope it helps xxx
Can't thank you enough Claire ❤️
You have become a resin and jesmonite reference, like literally whenever I need to know what to do I come straight to your channel. Thank you for being here for us beginners ☺️☺️🌷🌷
Thank you so much xxx that means so much to me xxx
Great video lady, lots of helpful info. I’m the same with gloves, just can’t use them. Will be referring to this when I start resin for sure!!!
Thanks babes mwah 😘😘😘 fabulous stuff .. it's a dangerous hobby... once you start ya cant stop haaaaa
All great advice Claire👍
Thanks Steve x 😁😁
You have such a lovely smile 😊
Thank you for the info!
thank you Mandi xxxx glad it was helpful xxx
Great advise Claire. I use glasscast 50 in a 4" . 100mm cube mold, i also got from wish ( £3.95 ). I have one on the lathe at the moment. I use a proper blow lamp to remove bubbles ( only a quick blast ) , but it works. Im like you i hate gloves. Keep up the good work.x Geoff.
Ahhhhh yess Glass Cast 50 ... I knew they had different numbered resins for different pours ... good to know that turns well and I shall get some in future xx xx
Good tips Claire 👍
Thanks Mark 😁😁😁
was just about to start a resin project - never used it before but bought a pack from a craft store to resin my fondant cake toppers from my wedding cake to save them - before starting I watched your video and I am so glad - nothing on the kit mentions masks or ventilation, just to use gloves. As an asthmatic this could have been dangerous or even fatal - thank you for your safety advice.
Great tips for first-timers 👍 Your flame is perfectly fine for killing those surface bubbles. It won't be in contact with the mould for long enough to damage it. 😎♠
Thanks so much ♠️♠️ hoping I've helped a few .. at least I can direct any future questions to this video. I've certainly never had an issue with the lighter ... I learned that from you so i was ready to blame ! 🤣🤣
Brilliant video. Good to see safety being your most important.
You got a lathe?! Oh my gosh I'm so jealous! I really want one! Xx
Heyyy lovely thanks so much xx Yeh fully think it's the most important thing ! Xx
And yesssssa ... @jpwoodwork got me a lathe and filmed the surprise just have nowhere for it to go yet xx
Please note: I have a new Resin safety video out with up to date safety advice: ua-cam.com/video/f1VCr4C6w7c/v-deo.html
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️❤️Great instructional video babe!!!
Thanks Darah xxxx 😘😘😘 hope you're well xxxx
Well done Thank you
Thank you Joy xxx
I want to start working with resin and I am so glad I watched this video. It was so helpful !!! I have done so much research and I thought that would be enough but this video covered everything and I learnt some new things too ! Thank u so much !
this is great news lovely x so glad it has helped you xx
Thank you again and also I have a question - I have a resin which is to be measured by mass and not volume so is there a conversion or should I use a weighing scale only
@@anwesharajaram1514 hey lovely .... so most resins are measurable by weight or volume. If yours says MASS .... then yes that is weight x use a digital weighing scales as they are more accurate xxx
@@ClairesCraftyCorner thank you so so much 💖
@@anwesharajaram1514 you're very welcome lovely xxx let me know how you get on
Revisiting your older videos Claire. This is a really good one. PPE is so underestimated. I have learned too. Something I learned recently, is that resins vary in terms of toxic allergy reactions. I'm now getting the Safety Data Sheets from all the main manufacturers and - I am completely dropping one of them. Scary stuff. I've been getting a horrible reaction even 2 days after cure and it seems their safety data they send out when you request it doesn't completely comply with UK regs. I'm swapping to Vista next as my chemicals geek friend has looked at the safety Data Sheets and - it looks massively better than some other big name brands. Also - the info they give out is on their website - you don't have to ask for it. I see you are an ambassador for Vista - good shout it seems
Lots of great tips! As for heating the resin, I use a heated coffee mug coaster. Works like a charm! Don't heat the hardener - that's where the dangerous chemicals are.
ahhhh thank you x I always heated both … I will just do one from now on x
@@ClairesCraftyCorner The hardener is usually runny, anyway.
Do you put the container straight on the warmer?
@@annabarry1193 I've learned that it is better to have the container in water. I burned the bottoms several silicone cups, having left them on the warmer for 5 minutes. A cup of water hot from the tap or shortly microwaved actually works best. Thank you for asking.
Thank you so much for uploading this video, I've recently discovered your channel and your resin jewelry for beginners video made me want to try resin work, I really need to invest in a mask and a silicone matt to work on as I'm a bit messy 😂
Heyyyy Dean thanks so much .. hope this helps you .. definitely invest in a mask ... xx I'd love a silicone mat .. I've just bought a roll of polyurethane painters drop sheet ... resin doesnt stick to polyurethane.. but still it is plastics and silicone matt is better xxxx
@Claire'sCraftyCorner Hi Claire I know this video was a while back but I have recently started to watch resin videos and wanted to have a go. This has been really helpful on what you need and how to start. Another lady gave some good advice as well Resin Nut don't know if you've ever watched her vids but she was very helpful too. Thanks again, love watching your vids and seeing your creations. Take care 🙂
Great video, very helpful. Does good ventilation or a gentle draught help with safety?
Love This💯🙌🏽
thank you so so much lovely xxx hope you found it helpful xx
Love this babes your absolutely spot on 🥰🥰 Xxx
Thanks girl 😘😘😘😘
Great tips!! If I get the courage to finally try resin, I'll be sure to use your check-list of things I should do! :) xoxo
Ah thanks girl x glad you found them helpful .. do let me know if you ever start xxx
@@ClairesCraftyCorner I will! :) I have a few really nice silicone moulds that I have only used with air dry clay and polymer clay. I'm so curious how they would turn out using resin! Like you said, though, I'm so intimidated because I don't know what the fudge I'm doing! lol.
@@Trishwish loool Trish .. honestly that is me most days haaaaa great idea to use air dry clay though .. I have air dry and polymer so might have to give that a go in the future xxx
I love UV resin! I’ve tried many brands and some don’t have an odor some are horrible! lol. But I only use it when I’m making small stuff.
Hey Claire's blessings!!
❤❤ xx
You've been doing resin for a while now and I'm really enjoying watching you. Can you recommend any UK resins for coasters with reasonable titting around times, preferably with HALS (stuff that prolongs uv resistance), preferably not expensive? So many recommendations for resins you can't seem to get here!
Heyyyyyy Lovely ... yes ... Just 4 you online do a heat proof reain for hot drink coastera xxx I made coasters last Christmas with Craft Resin and my tea did just fine on those xxx also Glass Cast ... 3 UK companies ... xxx
Glass Cast is cheapest .... 2:1
Craft Resin is 1:1 ratio so easy. Xx
Ooh good on you Claire! Resin, to me, is like uncharted territory, even as I watch your beautiful creations...it still felt like Chinese to me, bc I didn’t know/understand any of THIS info. Thank you-so appreciate the hard work you’ve put in to helping us understand exactly what this amazing craft medium has to offer, the ups the downs the all arounds. I would definitely go for the one to one ration esp as a beginner...no math for me please. Ha ha ❤️
I like seeing you the entire video...uh oh we are gonna get spoiled. So much CLAIRE in this crafty corner yassssssss! Oooh the molds we can use. The geode coaster molds are amazing. I would totally make resin geode pizza slices bwahahahahha with ruby pepperoni🍕
I can’t wait for ocean season!! “Resin doesn’t go where Resin hasn’t been!” I love that. Good quote. Oh man you’re gonna get me into Resin....I feel it coming. Ha ha
🤣🤣🤣 babe thankyooooo xx really felt like I needed to do this .. had so many questions lately ... feel like this covers it all mostly x except costs ... I forgot to mention costs .. 🙈🙈
Yeh the 1:1 works for me ! I'm soooo not ready for the maths haaa
Yay so glad you enjoyed and found the info helpful xxx 😘😘😘
@@MykeLyfe omg pizza slices whatttttt genius ! Haaaa
Great information Claire!!! 👍👍👍
Thanks Jake .. hopefully helps anyone starting out xx
Claire’s Crafty Corner 😄😄😄
good info thanks. i havent tried resin yet, but love the look of those river resin tables.. and i want one :) not sure if you have done one of those as the only ones i have seen so far are American. seems to be harder as you need to make a large mould rather than using set moulds.
Heyyyy Chris .. Oh gosh no I have not yet tried one they are incredible arent they ! I would say check out Nick Zametti .. He is is the UK and has done some very deep resin pours .. x
Bonjour, vous avez raison les gants sont très importants aussi, je me suis brulée 3 fois les mains avec la résine (surtout quand je nettoie avec de l'alcool le matériel, c'est là que j'enlève les gants et que j'oublie qu'il va y avoir contact😋) et à chaque fois il m'a fallu plus de 2 mois pour guérir..... J'ai actuellement 4 doigts qui ne sont toujours pas cicatrisés depuis 10 semaines...... Quand je vois des tutos avec les doigts qui trempent dans la résine ça m'énerve beaucoup, quand au masque..... évidement indispensable !
Bravo pour ces messages essentiels, la résine fait des choses merveilleuses mais ce n'est pas un produit à utiliser à la légère 👍😘
Heyyyy so sorry to hear about your hands 😢😢 I hope they heal quicker ... you're absolutely right ... gloves and mask are the top 2 most important things ! I wish everyone understood xxx ❤❤
thanks for this, cant wait to get started. im sure ill get bashed for this part, im glad that resin does not bother my skin, so least if i need the gloves off. it does not bother me at all. never thought about id with all the fiberglass resin i did when i worked on cars. i know that stuff is more nasty then craft resin.
Heyyyy thanks so much x glad this helped ... I think first and foremost the respirator will save your life! I know a few resin artists who do not like gloves x and a few who have started getting skin conditions .... so I guess it really is at the risk of the creator xx but mask is 100%%%%%% needed x
I'm not reading through all of the comments so someone else may have already said this... but the respirator can come with different types of filters, you have to make sure that your filters are for Chemical fumes. And after using wipe it down with 91% Alcohol to clean it. Then store it in an airtight container that is just big enough to fit your respirator in to. If you keep it out in the open it will continue to "clean" the air while you aren't using it & saturate your filters... as soon as you start smelling chemicals while using your respirator your filters are too saturated to protected you and need to be replaced! Filters on a good respirator are replaceable.
My father has a great deal of experience working with highly toxic chemicals at work... and he is always checking my respirator for safty due to my being exposed to a trash fire as a teen, my lungs don't function as well as they should due to the damage caused by burning plastics in the trash fire. I can literally passout from lack of Oxygen by walking by a group of smokers standing outside a store on their break smoking cigarettes. 🚬
I know many will have comments about how I should probably not be playing with resins... but I am as safe as I can be! I take care of my PPE & never use any chemicals (even household cleaners) without someone at home with me.
Lots of good advice! I started using resin in October last year. My main issue with it is heat resistance. I've tried several different resins and it's still very hit and miss. I think it's mainly due to environmental conditions in my house. I'm hoping it will improve once the weather warms up - although weather forecast says snow next week 😱 so might not be soon. I haven't tried the GlassCast resins. Do you find them to be heat resistant?
Yeh it's so hard in cold temperatures.. I wouldnt even try doing resin if the heating was not on xxx lol and yes Glass Cast is fantastic! Totally heat resistant and also craft resin is too xxx
Hi Claire, just to let you know I have bought the same mask you have. A GVS Elipse Respirator A1-P3, from Screwfix, £33.99, Screwfix order number 8084G. It has good reviews and users say it filters out fumes.
heyyyy lovely glad you got one xxxx they are great
Yeah then there is me without “protection” lol yes .. I kno .. 😝😘 i AM GETTING! Bcuz of the resin printer .. I promise to wear gloves .. and a respirator..
Cold w UV setting u can set outside if sunlight 💜
Ha please mask up ❤❤ I do believe UV resin can set in the sun yes .. but you risk contamination from dust and bugs or a cat lol xxxx
Hi Claire, Great video with a lot of sensible advice and tips. Why were all the labels backward? Cheers, Huw
How... I've been hinestvfrom the start I'm utterly clueless 🤣🤣🤣🤣 my camera films in reverse haaaa I have no idea how to sort it out lol
Do t even know how I'm allowed on here
OK... I'll be using this one as well..... :) :). I just love your enthusiasm. I think I have remembered where I picked your channel up from. I think it was a live stream from The Beard x 16. Thank goodness I have the respirator and gloves. Just need the rest now... My fingers are getting itchy... better go out first thing and turn some wood.. :) take my mind off the resin for a few weeks. Take care.
Ahhh hey John .. Rich is AMAZING !!! he has just been the greatest support .. he has been to my house too and done an invade ! So glad you're finding my videos helpful.. xx definisyly gloves and mask ! Although I'm terrible with the gloves ! Lol they have come in handy for this apocalypse! Cant lie x
@@ClairesCraftyCorner I will need to pop over to his channel tomorrow and watch that invade. He seems a really lovely guy. Oops, i'm in the middle of watching you string pull BTW and the laptop is telling me it's running out of battery.... Doh..!! :) :) Speak to you soon. x PS: Apocalypse is about right, at least we can still watch youtube.. x
@@johnpbh so amazing John thank you for so much support already .. proper amazing !!! Yes it was a while back but I got you on Instagram now so I can send you the links x
@@ClairesCraftyCorner Thank you V.much for the links... Gosh I have so much to watch tomorrow. The support is my pleasure. I suspect my first resin might be pen blanks but we shall see... take care.. xx
Thank you for the advice(s)… I’m sure you probably worked this out that if you record Selfie 🤳 mode everything looks back to front to us. Depending on the application you use for editing, perhaps flip the video so all back to normal. Just my input, although this video is over a year old. Love your video. My wife wants to do some Resin work for our girls and for herself too. So, thanks for the videos you do, will help her to learn & do what she would like to do. I bought her the same resins you showed,so I guess she will happy 😊 to follow your videos. I’ll let her know the Code you given in one of your videos for using when she will need to get her next batch…
I believe, “Our World is a Shared Experience”… Remember, *_Life_* is *_Short_* so *_Live Long_* and *_Prosper_* 🖖… Take care…
Hi Claire! I just found your channel! Love the thought of getting into using resin so your videos are great! (I’m in the UK too!) do you sell your pieces anywhere? Also you’re beautiful - you really remind me of Shona McGarty or Whitney from Eastenders. Would love to pick your mind on a few ideas I have too if there’s a way to DM you! 👍
Heyyyyyy Jennifer .. ha ha thank you so much x I will take those as huge complements xxx yes .. I have started selling over on my Instagram .. but I plan to show more pieces in the next week or so and what I have available xxx
Hi Claire, loving your videos so thank you very much 😍 you mentioned layering your resin I two use both Craft Resin and Glass Cast, please could I sad how you do this process as in do you need to sand each layer, how long in between each layer and so on. I’d be much much much appreciated if you could help me.
Many thanks Mel x
Heyyyy lovely ... I have only done one layering project .. which was the Rae Dunn Inspired fridge magnets .. and honestly I left the resin to fully dry 24 hours before adding the white background x you dont need to though .. you can layer much sooner than that ... I think if you are layering a deep pour ... you risk seeing the layers and you are better off buying a deep pour resin .. like Glass Cast 50 or 30 ? They do a resin suitable for deep pours .. but I feel like with really deep pours cubes or spheres you may need a vacuum pot ? Not sure xx thin layers are fine without xxxx
Claire’s Crafty Corner Hi again Claire, thank you so much for your reply and information. I’ve also just ordered the same silicone mould you have from wish.. Don’t know about you but I’m a wish addict 😆
Thanks again Claire x
@@melissahotson4666 girl .. I will always reply until I have too many subscribers .. and then I'll quit if I cant reply haaaaaa 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I honestly only just started using WISH .. that was my first order .. I was freaking OUT at the prices on there like whatttt?,, £2 £1 £3
Gurl yur video iz so damn ass HELPFUL! THANK YOU!!! :’0 💖💖💖
so glad you found it helpful xxx
Recently found your channel
I looked for a link in your shop for the respirator. Do you have one. Thank you 🌻
W a mold WAIT AND ALLOW THE BUBBLES SURFACE .. in ur cup b4 pouring .. hit w a quick torch pops the bubbles pour slow in in ur molds and if u see bubbles take a toothpick and pop if they get finicky let them surface pop on and off quick w a lighter or torch as they surface usually the 1st few min
For wood resin use ProMarine or MAS
Thanks so much Sheryl .. I usually wait a minute or 2 but not much longer as the resin thickens quite fast xxx
Hello my beautiful Claire great tips my beautiful friend I’ve never used resin but you have definitely inspired me to give it a try I hope your having a wonderful day my beautiful friend xoxo 💖💖💖
Thanks so much Chelle hunee xxx Youd would love it ! So many glam opportunities 🤣 xxx 😘😘❤❤
What is the nest filter to usefor resin? Thank U
Great video! I've been looking into that craft resin for a while but is it heat resistant?
Heyyy lovely ... yes it is heat resistant so far ... takes a mug of tea with no problems xx
Great video!😀😀thank u for the tips. I have a question: will respirator be necessary even if I'm doing it outside or somewhere airy?
heyyyy Maven ... I will always say yes ! haa outside is safer ... but an airy space ... definitely yes yes yes xxx hope this helps x
@@ClairesCraftyCorner thanks
I'm thinking about it, but the problem with the respirator is I wear glasses, how would I wear both my glasses and the respirator?
Hi Claire, thank you for this video. What make of respirator did you buy? I’ve had a look and there are lots!
Hey lovely, I bought an 'Elipse Half Mask' Respirator x from Screwfix
@@ClairesCraftyCorner You are an angel for replying 😊 I really appreciate it 💕 Thank you 💕
Nice one hun. I should get a mask 😩
Yes pleeeeeease xxx 😘😘😘 health first xxx
Hi Claire, 1st time commenting. You have certainly inspired me to 'give it a go' ...could you please drop a link to the 2 resins you recommend..Craft resin and Glass Cast I can't seem to find them :( thank you again so much for your fab tutorials ♥
Heyyyy lovely... thank you I'm so glad you going to start resin it is fun xxx I will post links here .. i have a code for craft resin but think they are currently out of stock on the 1kg kit .. i will send link now x
craftresin.refr.cc/claireburgess
www.glasscastresin.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwqpP2BRBTEiwAfpiD-91SR-mtzqvFPgj3h9aSNLR82wro8OrVvBBI-zBhG8kmgXdrTXbdKxoC1HsQAvD_BwE
@@ClairesCraftyCorner brilliant...again thank you, getting quite excited at the prospect of starting this lol xx
Hi I’m new to this and haven’t started yet, enjoyed your advice. Could you recommend anyone else in the UK
heyyy I hope you enjoy it ... yes I can recommend Toonpish Crafts and also Sharon Lindley designs ... and also Sue Findley .. she is in Australia but she is British :)
I hope your feeling better!! I have a huge problem..I absolutely love working with resin but I have bought 3 different kinds of respirators and unbeknownst to me I think I'm allergic to the silicone inside the resporator. Do you have any suggestions that I can try? I've been asking around but don't get any responses. 😢 I have so much $$ invested plus I really love it.
Heyyyyy lovely ... I use the GVS Elipse half mask for toxic fumes. It is latex and silicone free ❤️
Hi, I wondered if you could recommend a uk supplier for the jewelry starter kit?
heyyyy lovely, I got a starter kit from BeeBeeCraft I think they are UK based x
Hi Claire, I know you cant reply all this time later as youve said in a past video. To hell with it I am gonna give it ago. I am watching for all the help and info that I can get, I apologise I missed it 2 years ago. I cant thank you enough for all your help advice and of course your videos. Take care. Luv to u xo
Lynne thank yoooo ❤️❤️❤️❤️ that means so much that you find my videos helpful ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hi! Is the heat gun the same type of heat gun used for embossing?
Heyyy lovely ... yes yes the gun I use is an embossing gun xx
you mention using a resin for the doming to fill in dip, have you a link for this please? :)
Heyyy Dawn .. ohh I will have to watch the video again to understand what I said lol ... if it is top coating then I have just done this quick one ... ua-cam.com/video/5QsumcEVUqk/v-deo.html
Can finished pieces be used as coasters or trivets for hot and cold cups/ glasses?
Heyyyy Betty .. they can yes if the top clear coat is a Heat Proof Resin. Most resins are not.
does it matter if it is a half face or full face respirator and what is the difference I am just beginning I have all the resin kit stuff but I have been seeing a lot of issues about breathing and people saying use the respirators so I'm going to get one but not sure which one I'm hoping not to expensive either lol
heyyyy lovely ... a full face would be best .. I only have a half face mask. This one I bought from Screw Fix and it was less than £25.00 which is nothing when my Resin cost £90.00 lol xx honestly worth it ! you will get people saying you do not need any PPE at all ... do NOT listen to them ! protect yourself x
I’m new to resin and want to a special project. And I want to try it out. Right now it’s snow and cold and I know cold air isn’t good when using resin, but I don’t have enough to get a respirator. What do you suggest?
Heyyyyy lovely ... do not start without a respirator ! ... respirators cost less than Resin ... so wait until you have one x Resin does not like the cold x so use a heat mat or a room heater x
I use the same resin. I didn't know if it was 1:1 ratio for volume or weight, so I contacted the brand, and they said it's either. So I do it by weight.
Ahhhh brilliant.. I do enjoy 1:1 just makes creating easy xxxx
This was super helpful! I was just wondering, can you do it outside and if so would you still need a mask?
Heyyy lovely ... I think most people who resin outside do not wear masks .. but I will always say YES WEAR ONE ha ha xx
@@ClairesCraftyCorner I was thinking about going outside but want to know where to get the mask from can you link it
@@kellyjames6173 heyyyyy lovely... I got my mask from Screwing Direct ... search for GVS ELIPSE HALF MASK XXX they still have It on their website xxx
Do you ever use detailed moulds. I need to find a good way to release the resin when it's set. I've used a spray but it's difficult to get in there with it and I'm wondering whether to pour it in and then wipe it out as much as I can. Any ideas?
Hey lovely ... I havent used detailed mould really .. I know the ones you mean though they are beautiful and I would love to try them xx I am not very helpful here i'm afraid xxx
No problem Claire but thanks for getting back to me. Happy crafting xXx
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What type of mask do you need and how long can you use it untill you have to change filters?
Heyyy lovely .. you need a Respirator for fumes and Gasses .. I change my filters every 6 months xxxx It will depend on which one you buy and the manufacturers recommendations .. xxx If I can start to smell the dinner cooking I know its time to change ... you shouldnt be able to smell even perfume or normal smells when you are wearing one xx
Hi, what kind of respirator is the one that you use for resin?
Hi Mile ... Any respirator designed for fumes and gases will be fine .. Screwfix had a few I just got this one with no reason ither than that lol .. I saw loads on ebay ... but felt like I needed to talk to a person when buying xx
Hi Claire! I purchased ksresin brand, an 8oz bottle. Info on it states “low odor, no VOC’s”. I plan on starting with an 8 x 10 canvas to resin. So I can stick within the guidelines for how long you should be in the room with it at one time is 20 minutes enough time resin an 8 x 10 piece? I don’t know if I can afford resin too often and I really don’t want to invest in a respirator mask! Ya know lungs, theyre a dime a dozen... ha ha
Heyyyyy lovely ... honestly ... I would buy the mask before the resin x my mask cost £30.00. It was cheaper than the resin ... and I promise you lungs are way more important :) xxxx Most Epoxy Resins are low odour ... but thats the worry ... they have invisible fumes when you get rid of bubbles and whilst curing also .... xxx
Claire’s Crafty Corner ahhhh hmmm. Ok. And yes your right -lungs r kinda important lol. So I live in Florida where the humidity has been between 80 and 95% the majority of days. Even at night! That being said I have three kitties and I’m wondering even if I’m in like a separate room from them but still in the house that could be dangerous to them?
Do I still need a respirator if I'm doing my resin art outdoors?
If you are outside I would say not really .... but definitely check with the manufacturer.. Also outside there is a huge risk of debris getting in to your resin so make sure it is covered with a box after the pour xxxx
How do you measure the resin you would need according to the mould you are Using so you don’t mix too much or to little?
heyyy Hayley, you can fill your mould with Rice and weigh the rice ... or water x it works for both
Good video Clair! But i was wondering if you can use resin indoors and if it’s safe I have a Respirator but I’m not sure if it’s safe to use indoors also I live in a cold climate but inside it’s warm I do have a balcony perfect for doing resin outside but we have a lot Rainy days so it’s not possible for me to so resin outside my work space is also not ventilated
I habe a small tiny window wich is where my desk is is it still safe to use my resin there with a respirator ? even if my work space is not good ventilated?
Heyyyy lovely ... I use resin indoors. Some people say it is not safe indoors so this is at the creators own risk. I have a spare room .. large windows ... door is closed. I wear a respirator and gloves and now eye goggles. I also have no pets or children ... I would definitely say at your own risk ... as I truly believe we do not know enough about EPOXY to say either way ... I just make sure I am as safe as I can be .... but I have seen so many people do Epoxy in their kitchen ... no mask .. no gloves... surrounded by kids and animals ... I always try to share advice when I see this x
I cannot Epoxy outside .. too much weather. Xxx
@@ClairesCraftyCorner thank you so much for answering! Yes it’s kinda ,,dump“ that we acutely have do our own research on an product that is very toxic I’ve seen a lot of people with out wearing a mask too and i just thought ,,whyyy?”
It’s acutely also sad that their is not enough information about a product that is very toxic and people don’t talk about it much in their videos
i was Searching the question,,if it’s safe to use Resin inside” and did it a lot of digging
Mostly it will say ,,now days resin safe to use indoors” when it’s acutely not
There wasn’t even one video where i got the full answer to if Epoxy is fully safe to use indoors
I think they should’ve done a better job at putting a product out that is that toxic
acutely in every resin box their must be fully a safety paper sheets everything we need to know about resin and how to protect or self some resin has Safety paper sheets but for some of us it’s just not enough especially kids that are watching this thinking it’s a good hobby and don’t know that is is very toxic to them
I agree 100% with you ... companies need to do more. I did a lot of research back in January and actually spoke to at least 10 brands who all recommend PPE and respirators are worn ... my plan was to do a safety video at some stage. It is hard when so many people think you are over reacting when you talk about full safety wear.