An easy way to sand down your resin pieces

You have created your resin pieces and pushed them out of the molds, but they are rough around the edges...literally! I have outlined below a great way to sand down your pieces to the smoothness you desire. Pics above help too!

1.) Buy a pack of mixed grit waterproof sandpaper. (You can get these at any home depot or the like)

2.) These packs have assorted grits from 220 (very fine) to 600 (ultra fine). This is the type of paper that you can use in water. Why would you want to use the sandpaper in water you ask? Using a shallow pan of water like the one above helps keep the tiny resin dust from getting in the air and into your lungs.

3.) I found that if you cut a small piece of the sandpaper and wrap it around a nail file you can maneuver it with great ease, then when you are done you can dispose of the used sand paper grit. Cutting the paper down will help you to save the areas that go unused for your next project. I have had the same pack for a while now.

4.) Try different grits and see which one give you the outcome you want. I use the 220 because I like to sand down the sides pretty good.

Resin Chica

RESIN Candy Sprinkle RINGS!

Check out my newest batch of rings!!! There are many more that I am working on!

Tell me what you think!!

Resin Chica!

Makes you want to lick your fingers...but don't!!

Pretty and shiney! I love the colors in this picture! I incorporated all of my favorites with this set of rings (they are attached to adjustable rings). This was a three stage curing process...yes lots of patience is necessary! Click on the pic if your are interested in having one on your finger! Please don't eat it! No matter how yummy they look!

--Resin Chica

You can't eat them!

Check out my recent work. I just starting selling on etsy, so I have not had the opportunity to develop a reputation online or accumulate feedback. Either way, I love um!

SprinkleRings by Resin Chica!

its shiney! Mold trays!

What do you use to create the shapes and designs of the funky resin pieces?



I began by using the standard mold trays that you can buy at any craft store. They are made by Castin Craft and are super easy to use. http://www.kitkraft.biz/product.php?productid=6775

Intructions- make sure to protect work area with wax paper (or similar paper).

• Spray with MOLD RELEASE
  
• Place mold tray on level surface.
  
• Fill mold cavities just below top.
• Place tray in sturdy spot where it will not be moved or jerked.
• Place cover over tray to prevent dust and/or particles from getting in mold (tupperware upside down- my preference)
  
• Once pieces are cured (I like to wait 24 hours), turn tray over and press center area of each piece to release, flex if necessary.
  

****RESIN CHICA TIP: Place in freezer for a couple of minutes to help with pieces that may be "stuck".****

Although these are easy to use, they do not allow for much creativity, but are a GREAT beginners tool.

Happy Molding - Resin Chica

too bad you cant eat it!

I always plan out my resin pieces in my mind before I even begin mixing the resin, but some of my best pieces are the ones that are by pure accident. Many of my favorite pieces are the result of me using the remaining drips of resin in the cup to fill the final mold cavities. I find myself adding all types of random pieces of candy and sticker decals that I had no original intention of using. Coincidentally it is these pieces that end up being my favorites! This pink one is an example of this "thorough process" I used real pink sugar sprinkles with fine glitter, then I added the decal, and lastly I dropped in the pink sugar sprinkle hearts (they were left over on the counter). Ta daaa!!