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@@tinkey2562 I’m so glad you liked the video! Yes, I have my irises professionally printed by Little-Windows.com You just send them the file and they can print on their special resin photo papers, or you can purchase the paper and print yourself 😊 They can also resize the images without losing the quality/resolution and can print irises as small as 1.3mm 🥴❤️ You can find the link and a reusable 15% off discount code in the video description for Little-Windows.com ❤️❤️ I carry most of the molds either on Etsy or my website, and will have some more highlight molds in the near future 😊 I wish you luck with your projects!! Sounds like a lot of fun!!! Thanks for watching! 😊❤️❤️

Hi! I actually have these coming back in stock soon, just waiting for them to arrive 😊 I’ll list them in my Etsy shop as soon as they come in!

@@VirgosAlchemy do you ship to Germany? :o

@@byttercandy I sure do! I ship worldwide through my Etsy shop ❤️

You are most welcome! Thank you for watching! I'm currently still working on a pretty in-depth Blythe eye mold video that I think you will find helpful! I'll go over several styles of Blythe eye molds and how they can be used 🩷🙂 It's a longer video, lot of editing 🥴😂 Thank you again!

Hi there! These are basically called safety eyes themselves, even though it's just the black part. Some folks use these entirely alone to create solid black eyes, but you can find them in searches as just "safety eyes". I provided links in the description to where I got these. There are MANY options out there, different colors etc... good luck!!! 🩷🙂

@@Dao_Tui awe thank you. Yes, safety eyes is for sure not my thing, but because I’ve been making eyes for sculpture artists, BJD, and other dolls for so long, I felt I should at least attempt it 😂. Melting it down flat does seem like a possibility! As long as it does not produce any toxic fumes, I think it’s something that could be done relatively easy - great suggestion! Hope your comment is seen by anyone further investigating this, I’ll pin your comment to the top 😎🥂❤️

@@VirgosAlchemy As long as the plastic doesn't burn and only heats up, you should be fine. Don't let it catch fire ^^ Working with resin means you are in a well ventilated room, I suggest the same for flattening the pins! And thank you!

Hi there! Sorry it took me so long to reply! Absolutely, I will work on that! 🩷🙂

@@VirgosAlchemy no worries, I'm sure you're busy 💕 I definitely look forward to future videos 😊

Yes, that is correct! It's easy to make mixups when doing these videos lol. Forgive my "verbal typo" LOL Thanks for bringing it to my attention! 🩷🩷🩷

@@VirgosAlchemy I completely understand and agree, I've done it countless times myself. I assumed it was more likely a slip of the tongue than anything else, but just in case I thought I'd throw out the factoid for anyone who isn't familiar with the subject. Thank for sharing your projects and knowledge!

@@vermillion2083 Yes! that’s what is most important, that we help each other! Thanks again!! 😊 🙏

You know, that actually makes a lot of sense. Wow. Thanks for sharing!

Thanks so much! Yes, my camera has been quite a challenge for me because I need it so close for such tiny work, but also need to be super close so I can see what I’m doing 😭 I have been working on it, but will continue to try and make improvements 😊❤

@@VintageVineMillinery Awe thank you! 😊 Thanks for watching!

Awe thank you Fran!! ❤️❤️😊

You are most welcome!! 😊🩷

You are so welcome! I should have done this video long ago 🥴🩷

Thanks! 🩷🙂

Hi there! I only have a few more of these left, but you can find the ones I have left here: www.etsy.com/shop/VirgosAlchemy?ref=seller-platform-mcnav&search_query=Eye+Texture

Thanks! 🩷🙂

Yay! Thank you! 🩷🙂

So very cool! Glad to connect with you 😊 You're in good company! Hehehe Yay! Yes, my goal is to eventually work on Blythe but for now I feel more comfortable learning on ICY 😊💗

Hi there! Thanks for watching and for your comment! So sorry I just got to see your questions 🩷 I had a WIX store long ago, so it's not fair for me to judge WIX based on that because they were relatively new still at the time. There really wasn't a reason why I chose not to consider WIX, I just felt that Squarespace and Shopify would meet my needs the best. If I recall, there was issues and limitations with payment gateways, shipping, SEO etc with WIX when I first looked at it, so I think perhaps that early impression stuck with me. Yes, I use Instagram and RUclips mainly to drive traffic to my Squarespace site, but I also use Etsy. I always make sure folks know about my website through my Etsy listings and shop announcements, and I also offer incentives to shop with me direct if the buyer is within the USA. I include this information in all my orders as well. I don't get pounded with fees with my Squarespace store as much as Etsy, so I can offer my customers better pricing and also services/items that can only be purchased through my own website as incentives. I do get a number of repeat customers, both on Etsy and through my website, so I get the opportunity to learn what incentives are most effective at gaining their business. So in my personal opinion, I would not let Etsy go completely, I would start the website first, and then that way you can gradually shift things over. It takes time for sure to build that traffic, but by leveraging your exposure on Etsy, offering incentives to shop direct, and using listings as a way to market, it actually works pretty well. I'm super happy the videos have helped, I think it's important for folks to share their experiences and to brainstorm together! Thanks again for watching 🩷

Yes, you can use a heat gun to degass resin, including Uv Resin. The problem with that in this particular situation, is that the air bubbles are formed when the air is trapped beneath, where you cannot use a heat gun. It’s different when you are doming or layering. You cannot access what is happening “inside” when you create these while exposing it to UV light. 😊

Hi there! I’ll have it back in stock soon! It is intended to be used for Blythe/Icy doll customizing, but I was looking for other uses for it, like eye making.

Yes! That was a HUGE issue for me as well. I could not believe they were pushing that, especially considering that the company they hired to do that had been recently sued over data breach! With all the cyber security threats right now, the last thing we need is to have our private banking information exposed more than absolutely necessary. I totally feel you on every single point, it's really sad that such a wonderful platform has turned into such a nightmare. I really do hope that they start to listen, because they have been steadily losing some of their best sellers. That is what makes Etsy even relevant, it's the Sellers!

Yes, if you want to just use mica or hand paint, absolutely.

The only thing that I’ve had go wrong with nail products Is that they tend to yellow and crack over time. But there could be higher quality products out there that could work, I think it’s always worth experimenting 😊

Excellent suggestion! I sure will, thanks! 😊

I totally missed your question, I'm so very sorry about that. Yes, you can, but 26mm is a bit more difficult to find for some reason. 24mm is more common, but I've actually been working on 26mm and hopefully I can provide a solution soon for this size. 😊

@@VirgosAlchemy Thank you so much, I have been watching more of your videos and I am smitten by the beauty and realism of your eyes. I will look forward to hearing back from you and I sincerely appreciate your kindness. Todd Midnight Gallery

@@VirgosAlchemy Thank you so much, I will keep my fingers crossed!

@@ruzo64 I just put 2 and 2 together and saw your name signed at the bottom of this comment 😂💗💗 I know who you are now heheheheh And you are very kind and sweet, you are also an amazing artist, and it's always humbling to receive compliments from a fellow artist - thank you! 💗💗

@@VirgosAlchemy Awww thanks, but you have earned every accolade'. Not only are you gifted at your craft, you are down to earth enough to teach others-sharing your knowledge and enabling them to experience the sensation of creativity.. Pretty Cool 👑

Things have only seemed to be getting weirder and worse unfortunately at Etsy, but since I've opened my own website, I'm using Etsy mainly to market myself. I offer better pricing on my site for some items as an incentive for folks to shop with my direct, and use my Etsy listings as a way to basically increase traffic to my own site. I'm still slowly working towards having everything switched over, but I would ALWAYS suggest that anyone thinking about Etsy, not make it your only focus. I would for sure have your own website and work on building that instead of just helping Etsy increase their traffic, make them richer, and give them power, control, and basically ownership over your business. That way, if you ever have your shop taken down or experience any of the other dozens of things Etsy is doing to hurt their Sellers, you can always have your own site to turn 100% to. I would say make Etsy your backup, but your own website your main focus. I know it takes longer, but you are investing in your own business at that point and not someone else's! I wish you MUCH success and luck!!! 😊💗

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate it! 💗💗

Thank you ❤❤

Hi there! I would not use it as a mold for epoxy as it would most definitely adhere to the UV resin clay and destroy both your mold and your cast. Silicone is the best type of mold to use with epoxy resin 😊

Hi there! I'm so sorry that I did not see your question previously! I usually always use PanPastel pastels for my work, and they have been tested for lightfastness by the company and have individual ratings based on those findings. You can find more details regarding this on their website here: panpastel.com/lightfastness The grand majority of their pastels are rated for at least 50 years with only minimal change, and some are rated for at least 100 years with no change at all. There are times when I will use other pastels, but not often. I always instruct my customers to always store eyes and other artwork away from sunlight regardless, and eyes that are exchangeable/removable should always be stored in a dark place away from extreme environmental conditions when not in use. Hope this helps!!

No worries at all! Yes, for two part epoxy resin, such as Brilliant Resin from Little-Windows.com you will have to wait for them to cure, approximately 12 hours. UV Resin is the only resin that requires UV light to cure ☺️ Hope this helps!

Thank you so much. Already ordered everything from the site. I’m very excited to try

@@nikolettkapor7114 you are most welcome! I’m here if you need any help ❤️

I followed all your instructions and my eyes turned out super nice for the first try. Very helpful tutorial. Only one question: My resin feels soft, like I can push my nail into it and leave a mark. Is that normal? Or does it need more time to dry? Or maybe my ratio wasn’t right? It was drying 24hours Thank you! ❤

@@nikolettkapor7114 I'm assuming you are using a 2 part epoxy resin? The only way it would be soft is if the ratio was not 100% correct. After 12 hours, especially if you used Brilliant Resin from Little-Windows, it should be rock hard. Also, if your environment is cold and damp, that can also cause things to slow down a bit, so you may need more time, but after 24 hours, if your ratio was correct and you mixed well enough, it should not be soft. What resin are you using? And congratulations on your success! 💗💗

I’ve found the answer in your next video :D Thank you

Awe thank you! You will need white pigment to make the resin white ❤️ If you purchase from Little-Windows.com they also carry an excellent white pigment 😊 You can save 15% off using VIRGOS15 affiliate discount code, so you can try it at discounted price ☺️🥂

You are so welcome! I will do a video about doming, absolutely 💗😊 There are several ways to get perfect domes, and depending on how big you need them, it can get challenging. For larger eyes, you should always do domes in layers, or use a lens mold. I will have a nice selection of lens molds very soon! I will show how to use them for both printed irises and 3d printed irises 💗😊 You also want to use a resin that is good for doming, which can be a UV resin or a 2 part epoxy. Using a powerful UV flashlight, like the one I show in my videos, is also a HUGE help for creating domes. I'll give specifics and details soon 😊

@@VirgosAlchemy Can't wait, thank you🥰

Hi there! I'm afraid I don't have much knowledge of gluing those two types of materials together, but I would think using a glue that is somewhat flexible would work best? e6000 is stated to adhere to fabrics and plastics/vinyl, but the one that is most often recommended for fabric materials is Aleene's Super Fabric Adhesive. Hope this helps!

@@VirgosAlchemy thanks for replying, I'll give it a try and test a corner first. Thank you.

I'm so deeply sorry that your question was missed! Most human sized eye molds will be 24mm, which I can custom order for you. I can also get you a 33mm, but unfortunately I do not have access to 32mm. You can contact me through my website, virgosalchemy.com or you can contact me via Instagram (links are in channel info). Hope this helps, and again, I'm so sorry I missed your question.😔

Awe, thank you! 💗👁 And you are VERY welcome!

Awe, you are very welcome! And I appreciate your support and business as well Suzanne! Thank you! 🙂💗

Привет! Теплое пламя помогает удалить пузырьки из смолы. Делать это следует только очень быстро и с особой осторожностью. Многие художники по смоле используют тепло для удаления пузырьков из смолы, но, опять же, это необходимо делать безопасно и правильно, иначе при горении могут образоваться опасные пары. Он не способствует отверждению смолы, а просто способствует устранению микропузырьков. Надеюсь это поможет :)

Можно ещё вопрос задать? Запекать кукол с такими глазами из смолы уже нельзя?❤

@@user-pb5ee5xg8o Куклы из полимерной глины со смоляными глазами можно запекать, вам просто нужно обязательно использовать правильный тип смолы, поддерживать как можно более низкую температуру, чтобы глина затвердела, и максимально сократить количество запекания. возможный. Если вы печете, я всегда думаю, что лучше сначала попробовать. Всегда есть риск, что что-то пойдет не так, как задумано, и нужно быть очень осторожным, чтобы не сжечь и не поджечь смолу. Я постоянно запекаю полимерную глину, используя Qioa Qioa UV Resin Hard и Brilliant Resin от Little-Windows.com, и у меня никогда не возникало проблем. Однако все зависит от индивидуальных результатов. Всегда выпекайте на свое усмотрение и на свой риск.💗🙂

@@VirgosAlchemy спасибо большое 🥰

@@user-pb5ee5xg8o Пожалуйста 💗

That makes two of us 😉I'm sure that you also took well care of your dolls to ensure their longevity 💗 Such as kept them out of direct sunlight, handled them properly, and otherwise kept them from moisture and extreme environmental conditions. In the specific case of eye making with UV Resin and other epoxy resins, which is what my videos focus on, these types of products are well known to the industry to yellow and degrade over time. Matter of fact, this is one of the main reasons some sculpture artists won't use resin eyes in their work, and will only use glass. Being a sculpture artist myself, this is also why I'm very particular of the types of UV Resins, Epoxy resins, and pigments that I use and suggest to my customers and viewers. Some are just much higher quality and handle heat applications much better. As science continues to open new doors for new formulations, we may see even better long term results in the future. Artists that use permanently inserted eyes in their sculptures want to know their work will last for decades. I have eyes that I've made over 10 years ago showing no signs of degrading, but I've also taken proactive steps to ensure their longevity. There is no specific timeframe for resin to start showing it's age, but it does, in fact, eventually happen. Not necessarily "break down" and crumble into nothing, but degrade to some degree, absolutely. My video focuses on using clear UV resins and pigmented epoxy resins intended to make eyes, not necessarily resins used for casting dolls, but I can assure you, all resin does eventually lose it's original quality whether it be color or strength, over time 💗Please look up "degradation of epoxy" and you will be able to find further information from chemical analysts. Thanks for watching! 💗💗

You know it! 😉💗

Yay! I think she does a fabulous job and I'm VERY PICKY when it comes to eyes lol. After what she went through with Etsy, which was just ridiculous, I felt that it was only right to celebrate her victory in getting back her shop with a much deserved review 💗💗🙂

Thank you so much! 💗💗

You are very welcome! And thank you for watching! 💗

Yes, absolutely. Even UV resin heats up, but most clays require at least 230F-275F to cure, as well as 15-20 minutes per quarter inch of thickness, or 6.4mm. That wouldn't be enough heat or time for the heat to cure the clay, especially when used in the small amounts it takes to dome the eyes 💗