How to Create & Keep Swirls in Epoxy Resin after its set? - I Try The FREEZER METHOD! ❄

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  • @LucyJS12
    @LucyJS12 3 года назад +169

    It would be really cool to see the red ones fully crushed and sealed in clear resin then used as an insert in some woodwork

  • @nicolehervieux1704
    @nicolehervieux1704 3 года назад +102

    If you watch Julie at ‘Pouring your heart out’ she mastered the art of leaving the resin to cure just long enough to do what she wants with all kind of colours... she is awesome.

    • @joallawestervelt6918
      @joallawestervelt6918 3 года назад +13

      Yes She is and can give you all kinds of ideas. She will try something new and keep trying different things till she gets what she wants. She also writes down how she did each experiment to refer back to.

    • @juanitaalicea7656
      @juanitaalicea7656 3 года назад +1

      Ill check that out . Ty

    • @donnabusic9785
      @donnabusic9785 3 года назад +5

      Lol I was going to challenge him to try Julie's feathering (that's my favorite) . Have a great weekend!

    • @TifSC
      @TifSC 3 года назад +1

      Yes, I was going to mention Julie, love that channel.

    • @offairhead
      @offairhead 3 года назад +1

      Love that channel!!

  • @raymondrussell500
    @raymondrussell500 3 года назад +45

    What about aging one color for the hour, mix a second color in fresh resin and then mixing the fresh and aged materials and curing? Will you get better color pattern?

    • @nickzammeti
      @nickzammeti  3 года назад +22

      Good idea 💡

    • @The1withlogic
      @The1withlogic 3 года назад +5

      The different viscosity and set times should do the trick.

    • @shakesbits5220
      @shakesbits5220 3 года назад +1

      I have no practical experience with resin but that would've been my first idea too...

    • @davidadams4614
      @davidadams4614 3 года назад

      Drink more Diet Pepsi

  • @obieobrien5883
    @obieobrien5883 3 года назад +27

    I like the orange-dream sickle...

    • @neonxeno2
      @neonxeno2 3 года назад

      Cream egg

    • @mmills7012
      @mmills7012 3 года назад

      Very cool. Love your crazy way of thinking.

    • @Dosbomber
      @Dosbomber 3 года назад

      Yeah, I was really hoping it would stay as an orange dream-sickle.

  • @StephensPenTurnings
    @StephensPenTurnings 3 года назад +5

    A lot of comments, haven't gone through them all. 3 things:
    1) Use a temp gauge so you know when the exothermic reaction is just thickening the resin.
    2) Mix 1 color and let it set (temp gauge or viscosity check) then mix/pour 2nd color.
    3) Talk to Entropy and ask if using more hardener in one batch will work, might not cure correctly though.
    I use a Polyester resin that you add catalyst to. 5 drops/oz. If I over-catalyze, 2X, the 2nd color it thickens faster so the colors stay reasonably separate. A temp gauge is a good thing to have in the shop.
    Love your videos.

  • @orene7594
    @orene7594 3 года назад +40

    Hypothesis: freezing is unlikely to work because the cold inhibits curing. Once it comes back to room temperature, the resin effectively returns to its "just poured" state and cures the same as it normally would. However waiting for an hour lets it partially cure and makes it more viscous so it's just less mobile and less likely to mix further as it cures in the pressure pot.

    • @microsoldering1
      @microsoldering1 3 года назад +5

      This correct. Freezer slows the chemical reaction that causes the resin to cure. This is actually done in the real world in automotive refinishing, to extend the pot life of 2K paint

    • @hoshiadam
      @hoshiadam 3 года назад +1

      If working time is an issue, you could do both. Let it react for 45 minutes, put in the freezer for a while to slow the reaction down, then pull out, add colors and pour. If working with a large amount of resin, this might extend the window where it will pour but not mix.

    • @lindacondray7918
      @lindacondray7918 3 года назад +5

      Yep, I was expecting him to put in oven or heat, not freeze it. Warm the resin so it cures faster not letting the colors intermingle for as long.

    • @Dosbomber
      @Dosbomber 3 года назад +4

      Plus if it's in the freezer and still trying to cure (getting warm), it could draw in moisture from the freezer, adding water to the resin, causing even more problems, including cloudiness.

    • @da1chem
      @da1chem 3 года назад +2

      Exactly. Gentle heating and/or high shear mixing can serve to accelerate the reaction. Sometimes the addition of a small quantity of a “metallic powder” can also accelerate. Accelerating too fast can also cause the resin to be brittle. There are also thixotropic additives that can serve to increase the viscosity. If translucence is not a priority; then a pinch of cabosil fumed silica would be a great additive. Your example at the end shows that patiently waiting for the desired thickening just may be best!🤓🤩😎

  • @Dragonuv2002
    @Dragonuv2002 3 года назад +3

    I can’t believe it, it’s a miracle! He made it through a whole video and I didn’t hear him use the word “funky” a single time. Wahoooo!

  • @drstrangefart
    @drstrangefart 3 года назад +14

    OH! ALSO! If you let one color thicken up quite a bit then make the other color fresh so it's still thin when you pour, you can get some VERY interesting patterns. I did that with colored resin into clear in vertical pen blank molds and the results were spectacular. I poured the thicker resin into the thin from as far up as I felt I could aim and didn't touch it once the pour was done.

  • @alyssagarcia8873
    @alyssagarcia8873 3 года назад +13

    Omg I’m early for once!!!! Just have to say my bf and I watch your videos all the time!!! 😍 we love you and your amazing creations! 😁

  • @Zuraneve
    @Zuraneve 3 года назад +3

    It's probably unintentional, but I really enjoyed listening to the rain when you were taking the samples out of the pressure pot.

  • @danielmolenda2073
    @danielmolenda2073 Год назад

    I love when your videos are funny and serious and when you’re teaching us, how do you make something it’s enjoyable to watch you can some people on the other stuff did you like you were boring you’re the best thank you man enjoy

  • @Greek_Valkyrie
    @Greek_Valkyrie 3 года назад +1

    I love that final one, reminds me of the ocean.

  • @janeysiegrist5061
    @janeysiegrist5061 3 года назад +1

    Always a good night when Nick pops up on my notifications right before bedtime..your work is settling to my soul

  • @maryalicefrazier2817
    @maryalicefrazier2817 3 года назад +1

    The dancing was a very nice touch

  • @sandramiller4522
    @sandramiller4522 3 года назад +1

    Love the dad dancing

  • @elfiefromangelcity6142
    @elfiefromangelcity6142 3 года назад +6

    Can't wait to see what you do with these! Also, I'm ready for some rainbows!!!

  • @derka4754
    @derka4754 2 года назад +1

    WOW!!! I didnt think butcher had such a creative side! Awesome stuff though!!

  • @TomDubYeah
    @TomDubYeah 3 года назад +1

    That intro was epic! MORE DANCING!!!

  • @lissasberry8420
    @lissasberry8420 3 года назад

    I really enjoy your channel.Thank you for sharing.I have been wanting to work with woodworking tools again for ages.They are rather expensive though so for now I am glad to live vicariously through your witty charm.Thank you

  • @Sorted7
    @Sorted7 3 года назад +36

    Break them all into pieces, throw all the coloured pieces in a pot and put some clear resin in to join them and then use it as a really cool blank to make something from

    • @kaymckeown6762
      @kaymckeown6762 3 года назад

      I was thinking same thing. This would look awsome

  • @VondaInWonderland
    @VondaInWonderland 3 года назад +2

    Happy days indeed 🕺💃
    The last one is amazing, it looks like an under sea scape 💃🕺
    I wanted to smell the red and orange ones for some reason ♥

  • @ISOtunesAudio
    @ISOtunesAudio 3 года назад +66

    Our products tend to have that “dance like no ones watching” affect on people 😉

    • @megah8nyouzero
      @megah8nyouzero 3 года назад +3

      Nick does a lot of stuff knowing people watch and doesn't care anyways. He's genuinely funny

    • @helema23
      @helema23 3 года назад

      i dance like no one is watching and embarass my kids while weirding out my lizard. we all have those days nick just has them much more than we do.

    • @tristanhale460
      @tristanhale460 3 года назад

      I'd love to give them a go. I spend so much time on projects, I could use some high quality sound without wires in my power tools.

  • @janejamison6056
    @janejamison6056 3 года назад

    This is probably the best intro ever, love your dance moves!

  • @danabbate4623
    @danabbate4623 2 года назад

    I don't really even care THAT much about resin but I hit subscribe within 30 seconds of this video because YOU are freaking AWESOME! You just entertained the H$LL outta me and I laughed like a little kid. Well done. New fan for sure!

  • @LadyBraven
    @LadyBraven 3 года назад +1

    Very kool!! Your antics, edits and sound effects always crack me up lol It would be great to see what you do with those next!

  • @JennT100
    @JennT100 3 года назад +1

    One thing I find hard to get away from is pulling the white into the colour. Pulling the colour into the white is very rewarding. Love everything you do. Thanks for sharing. 😊

  • @melissaphillis7247
    @melissaphillis7247 3 года назад

    Bummer! That red and white was gorgeous! Adore that big aqua transparent block, wow!

  • @kennethmaese4622
    @kennethmaese4622 3 года назад

    When I’m having a bad day I watch Nicks videos to get happy again.

  • @chronischgeheilt
    @chronischgeheilt 3 года назад +1

    Love the way you included the sponsorship. I KNEW there was a catch after the nice music lol

  • @liriosogno6762
    @liriosogno6762 3 года назад +3

    Groovy dance! this segment made me happy this early in the morning ♥️ 😂

  • @Duck8887
    @Duck8887 3 года назад

    I always love waking up to a nick notification. It's one of the best ways to wake up. Much love and support

  • @chriskalomiris4377
    @chriskalomiris4377 3 года назад

    We learn a lot from failures! It's still a good thing !
    I love your videos, Content and humor! Keep up the good work brother! 👍👍

  • @SodaCityWerx
    @SodaCityWerx 3 года назад

    That purple made a heart in the center very good for a small something!

  • @brandiekee5249
    @brandiekee5249 3 года назад

    Absolutely love the red and white together! Thank you!

  • @carriesheffield2126
    @carriesheffield2126 3 года назад

    I work small scale and don’t have a vacuum pot, so I warm my resins by putting the bottles in warm water to help prevent bubbles when I pour. Heating it quickens the curing process, so it gets thick quickly, and pouring it when it’s a little thicker helps.
    One thing I like to do is pour a dark layer and let it sit for a little bit then drizzle other colors over it. Then pour some clear while the drizzled colors are still wet and the base is sticky. You’ll end up with a neat 3D looking set of layers and the clear layer will look like a “peep hole” in the middle of the other colors.
    My husband and I love watching your channel, by the way!

  • @CathiiLaPierreArt
    @CathiiLaPierreArt 3 года назад +10

    I feel your pain. I paint 3D flowers in resin and have to find that window every time. It's not easy!

  • @drstrangefart
    @drstrangefart 3 года назад

    I'm glad you finally really dug into this subject. I know I left a few comments on it a long time ago, but you know how that goes. Looking forward to seeing how you get along with this on a bigger resin and wood project.

  • @markelonich1725
    @markelonich1725 3 года назад

    Nick, been watching your fun vids for years, I get it, it's tough to come up with something fresh every week, stick to what your good at, have fun and turn something interesting, love ya bro

  • @shaydshani
    @shaydshani 3 года назад +11

    😲😲😲 The look your face takes on when your brain screams what! at the RUclips notification for Nick

  • @shidorikuroko
    @shidorikuroko 3 года назад

    My heart cries out for more Zammeti dance videos. Pls.

  • @marleneannandale4157
    @marleneannandale4157 3 года назад

    I love this video. Specially when your're so funny. I am sure you make a lot of people laugh. Take care

  • @bobshorkey1502
    @bobshorkey1502 3 года назад

    ZWhat’s up Nick about a year ago the first video I seen on turning with your video you were doing some crazy stuff with epoxy I got flat out inspired and addicted so now I got my shop going from nothing to the point I should do pretty much do anything just want to thank you finishing my first epoxy project tonight Rock on

  • @phillob2509
    @phillob2509 3 года назад

    Regardless of content I can always count on a smile when watching your vids. Thanks Nick!😄

  • @ellenyager9577
    @ellenyager9577 3 года назад

    I rocked the red and white! The orange and white was number two. However, I would LOVE a pen made from number three! Well done! Cheers!

  • @DeepakGautamX
    @DeepakGautamX 3 года назад +4

    13:49 wow, this looks so cool!

  • @deblepley7755
    @deblepley7755 3 года назад

    The last piece with the green was very nice. Will look forward to seeing it made up😎

  • @sophiawildes8943
    @sophiawildes8943 3 года назад

    I can really never get enough of your amazing work omgggg

  • @fernhadley845
    @fernhadley845 3 года назад

    Love what your doing Nick, can’t wait to see them turned. Reset the shards of the red one.
    NB........ patience is a virtue Nick ☝🏼

  • @theanxious
    @theanxious 3 года назад +1

    I have been messing with resin for years, but just recently got the urge to make some "marbled" colored pieces and a pressure pot. I pictured swirls, layers etc. Nope, all blended, lol. I tried the waiting until just the right moment in thickness and then making my designs... MUCH BETTER! You definitely got to the right conclusion with your experiments and I appreciate the work you put into it. It was enjoying to watch and reconfirmed what I had learned experimenting myself. You're a very entertaining fellow! I wonder, what pressure and how long do you "cook" blocks this size usually? I have a small pressure pot but have noticed I actually get foam on top and sometimes MORE bubbles in the resin with pressure, than I did just mixing and pouring carefully and just leaving them be? I know the pressure pot should help me with this, but it seems to be hurting? Any advice? Thanks again for putting in the time to help us all, lol. Always a pleasure to see what you are up to. Best wishes from North Carolina in the USA!
    Jim Brown
    @bonezcustoms on Instagram

  • @LucyJS12
    @LucyJS12 3 года назад +26

    Had my covid vaccine and have been feeling so rough, this has definitely cheered me up!

    • @joallawestervelt6918
      @joallawestervelt6918 3 года назад +7

      I have heard from others that have a really rough go of it afterwards. I am not going to get it.

    • @LucyJS12
      @LucyJS12 3 года назад +13

      @@joallawestervelt6918 honestly I had the worst of it but in 24 hours you feel fine again, after a long sleep last night I'm just feeling very achy. The pros weigh out the cons by so much, obviously it's your choice aha but it's up to the younger generation to get vaccinated to rebuild the economy.
      Plus it Was a good excuse to have a duvet day with chocolate ;)

    • @DeepakGautamX
      @DeepakGautamX 3 года назад +3

      Take care.

    • @Livlocalmartian
      @Livlocalmartian 3 года назад +7

      @@LucyJS12 getting the vaccine has nothing to do with rebuilding the economy.....

    • @LucyJS12
      @LucyJS12 3 года назад +3

      @@Livlocalmartian I've read some really interesting articles about the benefits of the vaccine on the economy, I would definitely recommend reading some :)

  • @oges74
    @oges74 3 года назад +1

    That intro! 😆😆😂😂🤣🤣 the red one is my favourite one (just saw it shatter as I was typing this) thanks for doing these experiments Nick! ... stay funky! 🕺

  • @jerryjohnsonii4181
    @jerryjohnsonii4181 3 года назад

    Absolutely love the Mixed Blast color !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Murphycats
    @Murphycats 3 года назад +1

    I think the blue one would look great once it is worked into a piece. I love the gentle swirls that were visible. But then blue is my favorite color so there is that. I wonder if you are able to use the cups you mix in over and over or if you go through a lot of them?

  • @SilvanaTheNonCraftingCrafter
    @SilvanaTheNonCraftingCrafter 3 года назад +4

    Fun times! Jake Thompson at Northside Crafts waits until his resin reches a certain temperature (95F I think) & he gets some great effects

  • @anniefly9024
    @anniefly9024 3 года назад +1

    You never disappoint Nick! Even the experiments are entertaining. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @juanitaalicea7656
    @juanitaalicea7656 3 года назад

    Your absolutely fun and talented. Thank you so much, going through a dry spell due to a toss of a jerk and the move has left me empty. Now I can get some new ideas and make some messes !

  • @DuaneSuter
    @DuaneSuter 3 года назад +1

    Awesome Nick. That is exactly what I needed to know for my Dragon' Egg project. Thanks for the video.

  • @eringoodwin3079
    @eringoodwin3079 3 года назад

    Love this experiment. The orange and red turned out excellent. And the purple is pretty as well just more subtle. I’ve got to try this tip.
    Thanks for sharing. ✌🏼🙂

  • @Theboldwoodsman
    @Theboldwoodsman 3 года назад

    Keep going pal, you inspire me and give me a bit of something to look forward to watching. Cheers buddy.

  • @ellinghoem1700
    @ellinghoem1700 3 года назад

    Fun to watch! You are quite funny and your editing is cleaver. I use Deep Pour and after ruining well over a hundred dollars of resin and burl trying to find that perfect time to "swirl" is really frustrating. If you swirl too soon and/or too often you get a "muddy" mess. Obviously time, temperature and resin brand make a big difference. But what I'm finding with Alumilite Deep Pour the perfect time is somewhere around 8 to 11 hours after the initial pour and NOT stirring until it is the consistency of melted taffy. It peaks when touched, but settles flat/level within a minute or so. Then stir slowly, trying not to get too many bubbles. I just got some UpStart Deep Pour and will be testing it for "time to stir" on some smaller batches, before wasting resin on a larger pour. Also, I made a "curing box" 2'x2'x2' out of 1" solid insulation, that I installed a light for heat and a thermostat that maintains temp between 75 and 78 degrees. It works great for curing, but "swirling" is an all together different learning curve.

  • @Beebobs-0
    @Beebobs-0 3 года назад

    I have never searched for and downloaded a song so fast in my life! Veins by Ennio Mano .... this song....is a headache cure😭😭 I didn't know they still made smooth jazz like this!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @Me-rm4qj
    @Me-rm4qj 3 года назад

    I love watching your experiments. I'm always rooting for you 👍 and the colours are just 😍

  • @KarenProctor-o7m
    @KarenProctor-o7m 7 месяцев назад

    I always turn to Nick for any experiments with resins, along with Jake Thompson and Daniel Cooper.

  • @coloringwithd
    @coloringwithd 3 года назад +1

    These were great experiments. Yes the red one was beautiful as well as the giant blank you had at the end. I'd love to see you turn the shards into necklaces. Also, Charlie working with you doing Father and Son projects would be fun. Thanks for the fun video. Hugs ♥♥♥

  • @rhondaneff2675
    @rhondaneff2675 3 года назад

    Just started watching you and Charlie a few weeks ago, love you guys!!

  • @morissaedwards7348
    @morissaedwards7348 3 года назад

    I like them all. Very pretty. You could take the shards and set them in clear resin and make a cool looking pot or maybe cool lamp with fairylights. They make for a funky piece for sure.

  • @sandra-jones
    @sandra-jones 3 года назад

    Only Nick would award the shattered one as the winner! 😲

  • @pbelle1971
    @pbelle1971 3 года назад

    Very interesting experiment! Thank you for the info. That red colour is gorgeous! ♥️

  • @raydriver7300
    @raydriver7300 3 года назад

    Good morning Nick, great video as usual. - thanks for sharing. Can you advise me where in the UK I can get a suitable pressure pot?

  • @TheJoseph63920
    @TheJoseph63920 3 года назад

    This guy is crazy !! I love it !!!!! Long live the madman ! :)

  • @dominuspopuli
    @dominuspopuli 3 года назад +1

    Really cool, I love your experiments. Ever tried using the curly resin shavings in a second pour? Perhaps that could add some interesting details.

  • @Shawbonez
    @Shawbonez 3 года назад +1

    I love the experiments! Maybe once perfected, a crystal clear resin with colored swirls in it like a big marble would be crazy-cool! Oh the possibilities!!!!! :)

  • @alisonmary1443
    @alisonmary1443 3 года назад +1

    I love an experiment, the red and orange reminded me of the strawberry/orange cream boilings I can't find in the shops anymore. The blue mix is amazing 😲 can't wait to see what you do with the bits 👍

  • @JMZVIDEOZ
    @JMZVIDEOZ 3 года назад

    Cool experiment ! I always enjoy your videos Nick. Thanks !

  • @afg122602
    @afg122602 3 года назад +3

    I would love to see a river table with that effect in it.

  • @n1elkyfan
    @n1elkyfan 3 года назад

    I love seeing experiments like this. I hope you do more in the future.

  • @sumiterxeroslargosiuscrosi7819
    @sumiterxeroslargosiuscrosi7819 3 года назад +1

    My girlfriend and I love your videos!
    Ps. Your dancing skills are on point

  • @charlesreicks648
    @charlesreicks648 3 года назад

    Nick The 2 good ones had Bobbles on the outside. Should it of been torched?

  • @DarleneW1989
    @DarleneW1989 3 года назад

    LOVE THE RED!!! Red and Black would be soooo cool too. or all 3

  • @SynymynBuhnz
    @SynymynBuhnz 3 года назад

    Nick is the Resin Deity!

  • @sorrowsofsilence
    @sorrowsofsilence 3 года назад

    Yesss! This was awesome. Looked like a funky ice cube!

  • @jeremyk6423
    @jeremyk6423 3 года назад

    Great video, one of the best in a while! I like seeing the experiments

  • @DaveGDesigns
    @DaveGDesigns 3 года назад

    Hey Nick I use amazing clear cast and use an IR thermometer to check the temperature in the pot until it's around 40/50 degrees that way you get good colour separation I'm not surprised by the freezer result as effectively putting it in the freezer will cool down the exothermic reaction and essentially slow down the curing process

  • @Msviolet65
    @Msviolet65 3 года назад

    Hey Nick whats that you have created just over your left shoulder hanging down from the beam?

  • @jimfershee
    @jimfershee 3 года назад

    Great job, Nick! Enjoyed it, as usual!

  • @tammydesborough2949
    @tammydesborough2949 3 года назад +2

    Hello from Montana, love your channel!

  • @urbanrider403
    @urbanrider403 3 года назад

    Would the blue and white white trial be affected by being at the bottom of the pressure tank .?

  • @carrie4910
    @carrie4910 3 года назад

    Can you use the shards of the red one like mosaic pieces in more resin?

  • @rcorby242
    @rcorby242 3 года назад

    Sorry if this has been asked before. What makes you use the ink over the powder? Thanks for the experiment

  • @angieemm
    @angieemm 3 года назад

    I enjoyed this one! A little different than your project videos but I think it's fun to see other aspects of what goes on in the workshop!

  • @janetshaffer423
    @janetshaffer423 8 месяцев назад

    Love your sense of humor mixed with art experiences of all types. Even the "Oh crap!" ones. LOL. 👻😎🤣

  • @aicirtkciub9167
    @aicirtkciub9167 3 года назад

    The last one was sooo nice!

  • @tehladyjade
    @tehladyjade 3 года назад

    I wonder if you used different types of colorants if they would blend or not.

  • @JackJester21
    @JackJester21 3 года назад

    So in my own experiments with resin i learned to kinda put the cup in hot water for about 10 minutes to remove bubbles, this also made the resin start to harden way faster. I wonder if that would be similar to but faster than setting it out for an hour.

  • @brucewrandol
    @brucewrandol 3 года назад

    Have you tried suspending pieces in clear round and the turn it.

  • @ChaosKeep
    @ChaosKeep 3 года назад

    Wonder... what if you vacuum chambered the resin BEFORE mixing the colors? Or is it the thermal reaction causing mixing by causing convective flow in the resin before it sets?

  • @sabastianjaggers8168
    @sabastianjaggers8168 3 года назад

    Honestly everything you do is my fav

  • @hbwoodturning17
    @hbwoodturning17 3 года назад

    Hello nick I really like your experiment with resin I will also try the resin solidify and then pour just like you did with the red and white casting. soon I will be doing a project where I am going to do it this way, so I have more contrasting colors.
    Stay safe and keep turning.

  • @teganniamh2551
    @teganniamh2551 3 года назад +1

    Id love to see a bunch of yarn ends turned in resin! I think that would look funky!

  • @mikeyoung8126
    @mikeyoung8126 3 года назад

    Awesome experiment Nick and the red ones my favorite as well take care cheers