Cool Epoxy Resin Project Ideas

Amongst many arts & crafts mediums that have become more mainstream in the past few years, epoxy resin use in particular has seen a wonderful boom in popularity. The reason behind this is pretty straightforward. Sculpture art and ornaments that use glass have always been sought-after for their glossy, luminescent appearance, but they require industrial-scale tools and heat. Epoxy resin, on the other hand, allows you to achieve the same results easily at home.

Epoxy resin is an artificially produced polyepoxide containing polymers that carry epoxide groups which are known for their strong adhesive qualities. Crafting sculptures using epoxy resin happens in a way similar to the naturally occurring phenomenon of amber formation.

Originally, epoxy resin is in a runny form, which is then combined with various beautifying material like glitter and dyes, followed by the mixture being solidified using a hardener to give rise to the desired final form. You can purchase cost-effective epoxy resin from our selection of jewelry-making supplies at Art Cove. We supply the highest quality arts & craft supplies at budget-friendly prices online and deliver all across the US.

Here’s a rundown on several cool epoxy resin project ideas to try during a lockdown!

Safety Considerations

Before you start an epoxy resin project, make sure the area you’re working in is properly ventilated. Wear gloves, a mask and in the off chance you notice an allergic reaction happening, stop the project immediately.

1. Coasters

Coasters are small mats you place on your table to keep your glass or mug on. To create coasters from epoxy resin, you will need:

• Epoxy resin and hardener
• Silicone coaster molds
• Inks and glitter

Start by using a measuring cup and mix equal amounts of resin and hardener. Stir the mixture for 3 minutes. During this, for added beauty you can also stir in some glitter and inks with colors of your choosing. Pour the mixture into the coaster mold, and remove any bubbles you see by blowing into the mix with a straw.

Once done, set the mold aside for an entire day to allow it to harden, and then take the now solid coaster out from its mold.

2. Jewelry

You can make wearable ornaments and pieces of jewelry from epoxy resin, and you’ll need the following material:

• Resin and hardener
• Silicone molds with small decorative shapes
• Dried flower, glitter, inks
• Jewelry fixtures like hooks, clasps, wires

Similar to the coaster-making process, mix equal parts of resin and hardener and stir for several minutes. If you want to add glitter and dyes, do it during this step and mix. If you want to add dried flowers, do that after you’ve poured in the first layer of resin into the jewelry making mold. Pour in as many layers of resin needed into the molds in order to fill them up, then keep them aside to solidify for 24 hours. The next day, de-mold your jewelry and pierce a hole on top of a piece to insert a fixture. For earrings, use hooks, and for necklaces and bracelets, use a clasp and add in the chain.We keep a variety of hundreds of different arts & crafts supplies exactly because we want you to be inspired! Browse supplies by department and place your order now.