When working with epoxy resin, bubbles are one of the biggest (and most annoying!) issues that can arise. They can appear as a result of many factors such as not following epoxy best practices, working in suboptimal temperatures, or mixing incorrectly. But do not despair! Let’s see how to prevent bubbles in resin and how to fix them if they’ve already popped up.  What do bubbles indicate? If bubbles arise in your epoxy project, this indicates one simple thing: trapped air from beneath the surface is being released. Even though they are commonly referred to as “bubbles”, this process is ac ..read more

You’re likely going to see pieces of wooden furniture made with epoxy resin everywhere - in businesses, stores, and restaurants. And we must admit... epoxy resin looks great over wood! Filling the gaps in furniture with resin is one of the most common ways to change up the style of a piece while also making it much more durable and reinforced against damage or uneven surfaces. If you also have some old furniture that needs an upgrade, read our step by step guide on how to use epoxy resin on wood below. In the sections below, we will cover all aspects of applying resin on wood, from what materi ..read more

Candle centerpieces are hot right now and for good reason. They’re elegant, magical, and so versatile that you can make them either for your own dining room table or for one at a wedding reception. If you’ve been on the search for how to make floating candle centerpieces with flowers, then look no further. We’ve got all the information you need right here. Materials Required: A clean bucket Fresh flowers (Good choices for this project include: orchids, roses, carnations, daisies, or daffodils) Tall glass vase of any shape and height, at least 3” wide Scissors or shears Fillers (rocks, stones ..read more

The countdown to the holiday season has already begun! It's time to create some thoughtful, high-quality presents! Want to give your dear ones something they can display every holiday season? Try making gifts. A handmade gift makes someone feel special since, rather than providing a store-bought gift, you took the time to make something yourself. Without a doubt, the individual who receives it will be filled with positive energy. And, in case you need some help and inspiration, check out these 6 awesome ideas for homemade Christmas gifts. Winter-themed resin coasters If you are searching for ..read more

When it comes to working with epoxy resin, one thing is for sure: there are so many cool projects you can create with it. From ashtrays, jewelry, frames, and keychains to paint-pouring art, countertops, woodworking, and even flooring, anything can take shape when you use your creativity and epoxy resin.  Until now we’ve learned about how to make resin coasters, things you can encase in resin, how to use epoxy resin on wood, and many more. Today I’m gonna give you some tips & tricks on how to paint resin figures.  You may think that it’s not that difficult. Indeed, the whole paint ..read more

So, you’ve just bought a Roxy Epoxy resin but are not sure if you know how to work with resin? Well, you’ve come to the right place. The steps to creating your resin crafts are simple, and we made sure to make it even simpler! Everyone has an inner artist in them. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Whether you want to make jewelry, tumblers, glossy finishes or any other type of arts and crafts, just follow these 4 easy steps. 1 - Measure When formulating our epoxy resin, we wanted to make it as simple as possible to use! The measurement is easy: just take a measuring cup and do equal parts o ..read more

For the chemical reaction to occur, the epoxy hardener must be thoroughly combined with the resin in the proper quantities. If there’s not enough hardener in epoxy resin, you'll end up with uncured resin. But what happens when there’s too much hardener in epoxy resin? Let’s find out. The difference between the epoxy resin and epoxy hardener When it comes to making strong bindings, epoxy and resin glue are equally capable, but epoxy hardener is superior. The drying time is the fundamental difference between the two glue kinds. Although both epoxy and resin adhesives must be mixed before use, ep ..read more

If you’re starting out on your arts & crafts journey, maybe you came across several different types of resin, leaving you to wonder what the best resin for crafts is. Well, wonder no more! We’ve got you covered. In this blog you will read about several types of resin most used in the arts & crafts department.  What is resin? Resin is a solid or highly viscous substance that has many uses. Resin can come from natural sources, so it can occur naturally or synthetically.  Natural resin comes from trees, and appears as a tree’s response to an injury. As a result the tree is prot ..read more

The most beautiful season of the year has come. The magic spirit of Christmas is floating in the air, and there is nothing more enjoyable than adorning your house, the Christmas tree, and preparing something unique for those special people on your list.    I always get excited when I see all those stores full of bright and colorful holiday decorations. As you probably already know, a new festive decoration theme appears every year. I must admit. I’m the kind of person who likes to keep up with trends. However, this year I wanted to try something different: unleash my creativity ..read more

When you take on a new hobby, the first thing to do is learn what supplies you need to purchase.  Painters need canvases, acrylic paints, watercolors, brushes, and so on. Photographers need a good camera, a dark room if they take analog pictures, or a useful editing app if they take digital ones. Sculptors need marble. What about epoxy enthusiasts? Well, dear resin lovers, I’m about to give you all the resin tips and tricks I’ve learned by working with epoxy, especially what accessories to use with resin.  Basic or essential resin accessories & supplies  Let’s start with the ..read more