Resin art earrings and pendants casting
Resin art is a creative hobby that allows you to create beautiful works of art. Not only making objects and small works of art is popular, but also making jewelry such as earrings, pendants and necklaces. By pouring epoxy into a silicone mold for, for example, an earring or necklace, you can quickly and easily create beautiful and unique jewelry. Completely to your taste! Epoxy resin is easy to work with. It is a liquid material that hardens to a glass-like finish when mixed with a hardener. Ideal for making resin pendants, for example.
Making epoxy jewelry
Do you want beautiful and unique personalized jewelry? Then making your own epoxy jewelry is highly recommended. It is not only fun to do, but it also provides real eye-catchers in your ears, around your neck or on your wrists. In addition, it is not difficult at all to make your own epoxy jewelry. We are happy to share everything you need to know to get started making epoxy earrings and pendants yourself!
Making epoxy earrings
Did you know that you can also make beautiful earrings from resin? Use unique earring molds to create the most beautiful eye-catchers with resin art. You can also choose different colors for earrings. To get beautiful colors, you can mix pigments with the resin.
You can make your own earrings from epoxy resin in many different ways. You can make earrings entirely to your taste. Are you going for large or small earrings? Do you keep it simple or do you go for earrings with beautiful pigment colors ? Think it up and you can make it, that's the great thing about epoxy.
Epoxy jewelry supplies
Do you want to make your own epoxy jewelry? Then you need the following supplies:
UV Resin
Make sure you buy a good quality epoxy casting resin. For the most beautiful jewelry, it is best to choose UV Resin . This jewelry epoxy casting resin has been specially developed by itsOkay for making epoxy jewelry and has more than 800 customer reviews. Feel free to click through this to get inspiration! The great thing about this epoxy is that it is ready to use and dries quickly. You pour the UV Resin into a silicone mold for earrings or other jewelry and the UV Resin hardens within a few minutes using UV light.
UV lamp
UV Resin hardens using UV light. You can let the resin harden in the direct sun or by using a UV epoxy resin LED lamp for super fast curing.
Silicone molds
You can choose a silicone mold in different shapes. For example, consider a round mold, a heart mold or a heart mold. This way you can make epoxy resin pendants in all kinds of shapes.
Color pigments and glitter
Epoxy resin is inherently clear and transparent. You can make beautiful jewelry by casting decorations such as dried flowers in transparent epoxy. But you can also choose to add pigments or glitter to the epoxy. This way you can create jewelry completely to your taste.
Inclusions and decorations
Do you want to give an extra touch to your jewelry? Then you can also choose to incorporate decorations of your choice such as shells, photos, teeth or flowers.
Personal protection
Always wear gloves and work in a well-ventilated area (windows open) when working with epoxy resin. Make sure you have good protection, such as wearing old clothing or an apron.
Jewelry parts
Of course, just a pendant is not much use. To wear these you will also need other components that complete earrings and pendants. Think of necklaces, pendants, cabochons, charms, rings and earring hooks.
Do you want to be sure that you order all the parts to make your own jewelry at once to avoid missing anything during your DIY project? Then you can also order a complete package from us. In this starter package you will find everything you need to make earrings, pendants and other jewelry yourself!
Step-by-step plan for making jewelry from epoxy
We would like to share a complete step-by-step package if you get started yourself, for example, making a pendant or earrings. Making jewelry with epoxy is relatively simple. With the right preparation and working method you can quickly and easily make the most beautiful jewelry.
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If you start making jewelry, good preparation is half the battle. Prepare all the materials you need in advance so that you have everything at hand. Protect your workplace with a tarp or a silicone mat.
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Do you use UV Resin? Then you don't have to mix this in advance. UV Resin is ready-made and can be poured directly into a silicone mold.
Pour a thin layer of UV Resin into the silicone mold. Experts recommend pouring UV Resin in thin layers. This gives you more control over your project and reduces the chance of air bubbles developing. If you are going to pour objects or decorations, you can do so in the first layer. If you fill the mold in one go and immediately add decorations to it, there is a chance that they will sink to the bottom.
Do you still need to mix the epoxy? Then make sure that you follow the instructions for use to mix the two parts correctly. -
Add any dyes, pigment or glitter to the epoxy resin and mix well.
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During this step you can add small decorations such as beads, flowers, teeth, photos or other decorations.
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Now it's time to let your jewelry harden . This generally takes a few minutes if you use a UV epoxy resin LED lamp. The exact curing time depends on the layer thickness and the power of the lamp. You can also opt for direct sunlight, then your jewelry will usually harden within 15 minutes.
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Now that the resin has hardened, you can carefully remove your jewelry from the mold . After removing the mold, you can carefully remove the sharp edges with sandpaper or scissors.
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During the last step you can add jewelry parts such as resin pendants, rings , and a necklace or attach earring hooks to your jewelry. You may need a hand drill to make small holes in your jewelry and attach a screw eye .
Tips for making epoxy cast resin jewelry
Whether you are going to make necklaces, bracelets or earrings, tips can be extremely important. Although it is not that difficult at all, you may certainly face some challenges. That is why we would like to share some tips, so that you too can make the most beautiful epoxy resin jewelry.
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Use the Bubble Blaster against air bubbles
Air bubbles can occur during the casting of UV-Resin and epoxy casting resin. You can remove these easily and quickly with just 1 spray of the Bubble Blaster. Never use a blowtorch to pop air bubbles as this can damage your mold. -
Experiment with decorations
Do you want to make the jewelry a real eye-catcher? For example, add dried flowers, figures or photos to the jewelry while pouring. -
Avoid air bubbles
Do you have air bubbles in your epoxy? Then you can slowly stir the resin to minimize air bubbles. You can also use a hairdryer, small gas burner or a lighter to pop the air bubbles on the surface.
Need help?
Do you want to start creating your own epoxy jewelry, but don't know where to start? Then be sure to take a look at our resin art manuals .
Still can't figure it out? Then you can of course contact one of our specialists. We are happy to advise you about our products. Even if you already have experience working with the epoxy product, we are of course available for questions or advice.
