First cut the napkins into circles (or the shape you want). Then remove 1-2 layers from the back, so that the layer with the picture is as thin as possible. You do not need to process the napkins any further.

Now I'm going to mix the epoxy resin. I use the premium quality UltraEpoxy from ItsOkay, because it is nice and clear without air bubbles. I use the handy diagram that comes with the bottles and weigh this accurately on my precision scale . After this, stir well for 4-5 minutes. Also scrape along the edges and the bottom. If you don't do this properly, there is a chance that your epoxy resin will not harden properly. After stirring, I let the epoxy resin sit for 3-4 minutes so that the air bubbles can come to the surface. I then remove them with my heat tool. Always be careful with this, you don't want to burn your work or your mold. ItsOkay now also sells a great Bubble Blaster that easily pops air bubbles in epoxy. This prevents damage to your mold or artwork.

Pour a very thin layer of epoxy resin into the round molds. Make sure the layer of epoxy resin is well spread and distributed over the entire silicone mold.

Then place the napkins upside down in the silicone mold and press the napkins down well with a stirring rod, so that they stay on the bottom. Carefully go over the napkin with a wooden stirring spatula or your finger, so that any air bubbles at the bottom disappear. Let this layer of epoxy harden until the next day (24 hours).

After 24 hours you can apply the next layer in the pigment color you want. Do not choose dark pigment colors, because then the napkin will not stand out. The background color will be too dark. I prefer to work with white mother of pearl pigment . You can optionally add glitter to the edge of the silicone mold, as you can see in the pictures.

Now fill the silicone molds with the colored epoxy . I remove any air bubbles with my heat tool . Let the epoxy harden for 24 hours .

After at least 24 hours you can remove the epoxy coasters from the silicone mold. You can now see the pattern or image of the napkin in it very nicely. I think it gives a very cozy effect.

I hope you found this manual instructive to read and will now get started yourself. I hope you have lots of fun crafting. Love José.

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