Regarding the sealant, one can use white glue as well. The secret to a successful end result with the resin is for the white glue, or the sealant used, to be completely dry and for the person that is applying the sealant to use a cross-hatching technique when applying the sealant. In other words the first layer would be vertical, the second layer horizontal, and so forth. I usually let these base seals dry overnight, it may be a bit excessive but I don’t get errors from the base sealant being wet still. Usually, if any errors do occur are because certain areas were either missed or improperly sealed. In my opinion the base sealant process is the most important part of the entire project, that and using a proper resin and hardener ratio. But the resin topic is an entire topic of its own. Thank you for sharing your video.
Hi! What a fun idea! I have not tried using a sharpie so I can not say for certain but I would suggest trying it and seeing what happens. Instead of Mod Podge you might want to use Nunn Sealant, this product produces very little bleeding. I would also suggest drawing your image and then letting the ink set for at least an hour before trying to coat it. I would love to hear the results of your experiment!
I have never tried sealing images with clear nail polish. I would say go ahead and give it a shot, logically I am thinking it will probably work except I am not sure how it will react to the resin. I would suggest making a test run using an image and bezel that you are ok to loose if the experiment does not work out. Part of the joy of jewelry making is trying new things :)
I rarely find videos as informative as this one!!!! I'm really glad I watched this video b/c I was thinking about buying Mod Podge for resin crafts and wasn't sure if it was necessary, how many coats, how to use it, etc. This wasn't an easy google search answer either...or at least not how I worded it. This video answered all my questions very easily :)
Thanks Jay, it's wonderful to hear this old video of ours is still a huge help. Resin is one of our specialties at Beadaholique, we've done a lot of videos on it over the years you might find helpful if you're just stating out or looking to work with it in new ways: ruclips.net/p/PLdGWVJ-tb1bHGPqmDTH01kwyokh5xRHz-
It depends what look you want. If you want them to look suspended in the resin, I would suggest pouring a thin layer of resin, letting it fully cure, adding your object, then pouring a layer of resin on top of it. If you are okay with the object floating to the bottom (which in the case of a molded object means that when you remove it from the mold, that bottom will now be the top) then you can pour a little resin, add the object, and then pour the rest of the resin.
Hi! I print all my images on a home printer these days and I just make sure to a heavier weight matte white paper. I use between 60lb and 100lb "cardstock" type paper. Do not use a glossy or coated paper. You must also seal your paper with at least 3 coats of sealant. I use Nunn Design Sealant.
@MsPolymaster The mod podge that is used in this video is - Mod Podge Gloss All-In-One Decoupage Sealer. There's a list of supplies and links in the video description underneath the video.
After it is dry, I coat it with 3 layers of Nunn Design Sealant, letting them dry between layers. I let that completely dry and then I pour my resin. I personally prefer Ice Resin just because I find the results to be more consistent. However, Gel Du Soleil should work fine as well. I know that with 2 part resins, temperature and humidity make a big difference in the results. Try to do resin on a warm, dry day. I keep my house at about 78 degrees when doing resin. I hope this helps!
I make and sell a lot of resin pendants that I create using my husband's art work. Here is what I do personally: using an inkjet printer I print his images on a matte white card stock type paper (80# - 110# weight). I then cut and glue the images into the bezel setting using Nunn Design glue (Crafter's Pick has worked well for me too). Next, I seal the images with Nunn Design Sealant...
You can absolutely print your own pictures. I recommend using a heavier matte white paper - such as a 80lbs - 110lbs card stock. I have found that laser printed images look best and bleed hardly at all. You purchase your paper at a craft store or office store, load your images onto a portable USB drive, and then go to your local office supply store and have them print your images for you. I am in the Los Angeles area and the printers around here usually charge .50 - $1.00 per color print.
I would recommend Nunn Design sealant for all coats - make sure you do at least 3 to prevent blotchiness. I prefer Nunn Design Sealant over Mod Podge for this application because it is thinner and more like a glaze then a glue. Also, Nunn Design Sealant is made specifically for use with inkjet images and will cause very little streaking. Multiple layers of Mod Podge can build up and cause ridges on your image and can sometimes make it look a little cloudy if you apply a lot of layers.
Thank you ever so much and I've tried modge podge dimensional magic, diamond glaze, epoxy stickers,and glossy accent and I have to say nothing compares to the crystal clear beauty of resin
Hello. There are many many ways to prep and seal images for resin. Lots of people like to use Mod Podge, some like other "white" glues and others like sealants. It is all a matter of preference and what works best for you. You can try using Mod Podge for both the base and top coat and see how it works with your particular paper. I have never used "Glossy Accents" so I can't really weigh in as an authority as to whether it will work or not...
That is one of the most educational, well-explained, simple, nicely-made resin craft videos I have watched! Thanks so much, I have bought some #liquidglass and saved some bottle caps but I am still intimidated by the procedure to make it... Hope I get started soon, or it will be summer here all the materials will be very hard to work with... #resinart #bezel #crafts #jewellery
Well hell it can’t be the most ed. and most well-explained, blah blah blah blah... not if you’re so nerve racked to just try? Also, since when can modge podge be applied on top of an ink jet image? Y’all know damn well that it would make the ink bleed. - wtf
@Beadaholique I have made one without any sealant only some under the image. It has been few days and it still looks good. I also used on the other project only mod podge. it looks great, the only problem I had was the thikness of it and i had to make sure it would not be bompy.
Hi! I am not sure how Mod Podge will hold up against the elements such as rain, heat, etc. or how well it will adhere to coated metal. I think it would be best to contact the manufacturer Plaid and ask them. Good luck!
I let the first coat of sealant dry and then repeat the process at least 2 more times for a total of at least 3 coats sealant. After the last coat of sealant had fully dried, I cover my image with Ice Resin. I hope this helps.
The type of paper was just a regular white printer paper, not card stock. It was printed on a laser printer so it had a little shine to it. You must seal it properly before pouring resin.
I have never used photo paper before for my images, so it could be that, I am not sure. I find that Gel Du Soleil is a bit trickier to work with then 2 part resins and I have had the "crackle" finish appear once on my work too - but other times not. There are many different ways to do resin, and everyone has their favorite method. Here is what I do for my personal projects: I glue the image into the cap using a white glue, such as Nunn Glue.
@seraunconventionalTV Hmmm... I am not sure if the foil is going to work or not, I am sorry but I have not tried that. Again, the best way to find out is to do a small test. To get a see-through looking print, you can also use rubber stamps and Staz-On ink. So you would pour one layer of resin half way up your mold, let fully cure, then stamp the image, let dry, then pour a second layer of resin. Best of luck! I would love to know how your experiments turn out.
E6000 is too thick to use as an adhesive for these projects. It also might saturate your paper and cause discolorization and splotchiness. I would recommend a thinner "white" glue such as Mod Podge or Nunn Designs Glue.
@JewelryandCrafts There are many glues you can use to glue the images into the bottle caps. I suggest using a "white" glue that will go on smooth and not absorb too much into the paper. I would avoid using E6000 or superglue. Have fun!
I have not tried using a clear water based varnish over the surface of mod podge so unfortunately I can not speak to how well that would work. The resin that you are going to apply over the mod podge is going to give it a very very durable finsih.
The length of time to dry will really depend upon the thickness of your coat and the humidity/temperature of the surrounding environment. Allow each coat to dry for 30 minutes to be on the safe side.
@Beadaholique The only thing I worry about is the sides of the tape/image, if perhaps the resin might seep in a little there and cause some bleed. You could try doing a test, perhaps take 4 images, place the sticky tape on both sides of all 4, then on two of them, place some mod podge along the outside edge, over the area where the stickers and papers are sandwiched. Let that dry, then pour the resin over the 4 images and see what happens.
Hi, I have a huge problem. I use Mod Podge for coting the picture. when it dryes it has some stricks that start showing trough resin few days later. I use Lisa Pavelka Magic-Glos UV Resin. can you please help me? Thank you so much.
You can not use any copy-righted images to make jewelry to sell. There are a whole host of complicated laws but it is easiest just to avoid any "known" character or image, even if you change it by adjusting the colors, altering, or modifying.
@gatafierrra There is not a standard drying time for sealants because people use different products and everybody's house will have a different temperature and humidity. A good guideline is about 15 minutes between coats but you may experience it takes a little less time or a little more. When I think it is dry, I lightly touch my finger to it to check. For the final coat, wait even a little longer - it is a MUST that this is completely dry before pouring your resin. Have fun!
@myjewel2 Hi! I too have found that streaks sometimes appear when using a 1 part UV resin, for some reason they don't with a 2 part. It could be that the Mod Podge is a bit thick. I would suggest switching to a clear sealant such as that put out by Nunn Design. Nunn Sealant is very thin and goes on smoother then Mod Podge. Make sure to paint on 3 coats. There a link for it in the video description underneath the video.
Hi, in your video you have a square swallow pendant frame. Do you sell the blanks? if not can you advise where you purchased them from please? Thanks in advance.
That necklace is a old project of ours, we don't carry the pendent frame anymore and it doesn't look like Nunn Design still makes them. They have a fairly similar model in their current line-up but it's only available through them as a wholesale order. Here's the information on that piece: www.nunndesign.com/shop/elements-of-inspiration/bezels-patera/classic-pendants/square-pendants/large-pendant-square-antique-silver/ Also we do carry a smaller version if that's any help: beadaholique.com/products/nunn-design-antiqued-silver-plated-pewter-collage-bezel-square-1-2-inch
How do you resize the photos so that they are small enough to trace and to fit in the bezels or molds? P.s sorry I’m late just got into making resin pieces, also do I use the same methods shown here for UV resin?
It sounds like you would want to scan the images you are working with and modify them in a program like photoshop. And yes, you would follow the same method for UV resin.
Thank you so much. Yes it helped. I tried using Glossing Accents since that's the only glue I have right now, and it worked for thicker paper as topcoat but for a thinner paper the image got blodgy. I also did another try using nails topcoat as topcoat and it also got blodgy :S I will try to get mod podge or a sealant I guess!
Hello. I’m a new jeweler in south Florida. I’ve been getting orders for picture pendants. There are a couple methods to get the picture onto the pendant. Sublimation onto aluminum. The adhesive and maybe epoxy. And of course this method you’re using. I’m wondering, if i go with your method. I see you recommended 80-100lb paper to avoid wrinkles. Can i use hammermill premium color copy cover? It has a 100 bright white finish. One color said it was satin. Not matte. Very smooth paper. I want to order it on amazon but its pricey. Don’t want to buy and not be able to use it. Also what type of printer do you suggest. Thanks
Hi Kelvin, the main issue with using glossy paper is that you're adding another layer of reflection. If the paper has its own shine it can illuminate the Mod Podge a bit and draw the eye to the layering between the paper, adhesive and resin, and way from the image. It's hard to get things seamless, but the best looking results I've seen use matte paper.
where do you buy the hole punch that cuts a circle to fit a bottle cap ????? Also you use a post it note pad for your glue a " free " way to have somewhere to put your glue / paint colours etc is old margarine lids give them a good wash and store them in your art cupboard ~ you always have a free mini palette for these sorts of jobs and you can wash & re-use or just throw them away also jar lids can be used too .
Help, I followed this tutorial, putting 3 coats of mod podge on my pictures before pouring the resin, I even waited a day after I put the last coat of mod podge on before pouring the resin, yet once it was cured I noticed this weird pattern just above the image, like a sort of crackling pattern but only near the edges. What would have caused this? Its not cracks in the resin itself.
E6000 is a very heavy thick glue and might saturate your paper, thus showing "wet" marks. If you want to experiment a little, you can try other white glues of medium consistency - do not use Elmer's though. Always do a test piece if you are deviating from a set project.
Hi, I would recommend a heavier weight matte white paper. It does not technically need to be "card stock" but I would choose a paper that is at least a 65lbs weight. You can print on either laser or inkjet. I find that I get richer colors with an inkjet but you can run into more instances of the ink bleeding vs. with a laser.
Great video, but i have a question. If i want to do this with particular or personally images, how will i put them in that sheet and what’s its material?
Thanks for watching! If you decide to do this with your own pictures, we recommend using inkjet printer on card stock. Do not use photo paper as this paper combined with adhesive or resin will make ink run. Thanks for watching!
thank you so much for your vdieo 😍 I have a question please what kind of paper should I use to print on ? and what printer should i use ? laser or inkjet ? thanks in advance
I use matte white card stock paper, with a 65 lb or heavier weight. If you have access to a laser jet either in your home or through a nearby copy center you can use that and it'll help prevent bleeding. I've used inkjets successfully however by coating the finished print with a good paper sealing solution like Nunn Design Sealant www.beadaholique.com/nunn-design-sealant-protectant-2-oz-for-patera-findings-1.html
Thanks! another question, if you don't mind.... I need to know what I am doing wrong. I used the NDS to seal my image into the bottle cap using 3 coats and letting them dry in between coats. i used photo paper and rubbed some JK microglaze over it before sealing into the cap. I poured the gel du soleil in, got rid of the bubbles, let it sit for a few, and put under the uv light. when it came out it was crackly. Have a similar problem with mod podge, but image more "crystalline" after UV.
Hi! I love your tutorials. I have some doubts about the glue: (1) Wouldn't it be convenient to use the same glue as a topcoat and at the base? I wonder if using a glue on the base won't make the image bleed. (2) I don't know "Mod Podge", but saw someone using it both for the base and the topcoat. Would that work? (3) Can you use "Glossy Accents" as a topcoat or as a glue for the base of the paper? I would be using jet ink on thick paper or scrapbooking paper. Thank you!
Beadaholique, I love your shop andtutorials, I just ordered mold putty from you & very excited ! question to this vid: I've noticed ppl embeding glossy STICKERS in clear resin without any coverage and without them loosing ink. I have been doing the mod podge-sealing with inkjet printouts for a while now, but since it requires so much layers, I wonder, do you think that I could just stick sticky tape to both sides of my picture and it would be safe in resin like a sticker??? Thanks
At what point do we add the "charms" or other objects. Do you pour the resin in and then set the bird or rhinestone on top of the wet resin? Or do you glue them on top after the resin has dried?
If I wanna put an image in something like this but there is already a layer of resin (the image will sit in between) then would I still need to glue it down or can I just coat it with a sealant and set it in ?
Thanks for posting. I can see how everything here can be hand made. The metal pendants or bottle caps could be used to make silicone molds and then polymer clay can be used to make new pendants painted or rubbed with metallic paint. Hand drawn images can be used. bang. boom.
i like using resin but sometimes it's a bit spendy. so i also have glass covers. but i keep running into the issue of them clouding or the ink bleeding making the end results useless. i have tried coating both the back and front of the image and letting it dry. also sealing it in with a spray. i have tried a few different approaches and this issue keeps happening. any advice?
This may have to do with the kind of paper you are using. If you are using photo paper or regular printing paper, the ink can sometimes bleed. We recommend using 80lb card stock to print your images. Thanks for watching!
I don't have a printer, at the moment. Where would you suggest is the best place to have images, for resin jewelry, printed? I would love to make more of these necklaces. Thanks!
Any printer/copy shop should be able to print images on many different kinds of materials. If you are in the USA, the former printer/copy chain Kinko's is now "FedEx Office" and they offer all the same printing services they used to when they were Kinko's. Thanks for watching our video!
Hi, great tutorial!!, but i have a question: I want to make my own designs, but can i use sharpie instead? , i mean, not to print but draw it into a transparent paper. Is it posible to do that without the ink bled or run??...I really hope you can answer, and sorry about my bad english :( . ....Greetings from México
You absolutely don't have to use resin. There are a few reasons you'll see resin used for bezel filling projects so often even though it's a pain. First, you can create a dome with resin, which is a classic look. We haven't found a clear drying adhesive that can do this. Second, resin is self leveling, meaning that if you don't chose to dome it it'll create a smooth even surface on its own when you fill a bezel to the top. Creating that smooth look, with no uneven bumps or brushstrokes marring the shine of your finished piece, is why we usually recommend resin.
Items can certainly be set in the resin. Essentially you set them inside then pour your resin. We explore this technique here: ruclips.net/video/_NSf2wdvzFQ/видео.html Thank you!
I am going to make old postage stamp jewelry using glass cabochon. Since it’s old postage stamp, should I coat it with mod podge like 3 times or even more？also how long does it take to dry between each coating？
Two or three coats will likely be enough. Make sure you have a few less valuable stamps or something roughly similar to practice on, with old paper like that it's you'll want to do a few practice rounds to get the technique dialed in. I would recommend at least 20 minutes between coats, but remember to trust your eyes, if it still looks wet it won't hurt to give it more time.
I have tried a different resin called Easy Cast. The first time I used it the pendants turned out good. I used this same resin the other day again and it doesn't seem to dry. The pendants are sticky. Will they ever dry and could I possibly use a hair dryer to dry them? I tried putting them on a candle warmer on aluminum foil with a jar over it and they got bubbly. (Saw this in another video.) They I used a lighter to get rid of the bubbles and that worked. Now I am just hoping they will dry.
Jude I've never had any luck with easy cast, little windows resin is the only one I get consistent results from. (Temperature, humidity, mix ratio, etc can mess up resin really bad)
+Trueblade1423 I always like to use Nunn Design Sealant for my printed images www.beadaholique.com/p-24352-nunn-design-sealant-protectant-2-oz-for-patera-findings-1.aspx
Thanks, i also read the using a clear water based varnish over the surface on the modge podge once dried would give it a harder more durable finish, would this be true do you think? Thanks again :)
Hi Andrea, unfortunately we're not caring the matched set anymore. This is one of our older videos and our inventory has changed a little since 2011. Right now we're only carrying the 1" and 1/4" inch paper punch www.beadaholique.com/mcgill-paper-punch-1-1-4-circle-fits-patera-findings.html
Hi there I was told mod podge is not safe to use with resin because the mod podge is "water based" and can I use acrylic paint if mod podge is ok to use?! Thank you!
That's interesting. I have used mod podge with resin and it has worked fine for me. I have not tried acrylic paints so I would suggest testing that out before you do a big batch. If the paint has completely dried, I don't think it will be a problem.
You can use both those items but it will not look like resin or be as durable. If you are okay with that, then I say go for it, it could turn out really pretty but if you want the look of resin, you will need to use resin.
You sure can. If you add glitter to your pendant piece before adding the image, just make sure the adhesive used for your glitter is dried/cured. Thanks for watching!
+Garden Guru The Nunn Design Sealant works very well for sealing inkjet printing, we've been recommending it for that use for years. You can buy it from our store here: www.beadaholique.com/p-24352-nunn-design-sealant-protectant-2-oz-for-patera-findings-1.aspx
i got a big tub of matte mod podge expecting it to be runny like this, but its thick like acrylic medium. does gloss just mean runny and matte means thick? is there any way i could still use the matte mod podge? dont wanna waste it
We suggest taking it back to where you purchased it from for a replacement. The consistency of the product should be somewhat runny. Matte refers to the type of look the product has when dry.
We do not recommend using Mod Podge over glossy photos. For the best results, we recommend printing photos with inkjet onto card stock. Thanks for watching!
Where do you get your image collage sheets and what is the name? I want to get some for memorial, grief, and loss pendants, please. I notice that there discontinued on the site.
The image collage sheets were made by from Nunn Design. I believe all of them have been discontinued, most jewelry supply stores are out of stock. Nunn Design does still list them on their site but they're only available for sale to members of their wholesale program. You can see them here: www.nunndesign.com/product-category/elements-of-inspiration/mixed-media-supplies/collage-sheets-mixed-media-supplies/
Definitely do not use nail polish. The chemicals will react with the chemicals in the resin. You'll want to use a product that is intended to be used this way. You can use regular Mod Podge, or you can use Nunn Design Sealant.
We like Ice Resin for this kind of work, you can find it our site here: beadaholique.com/products/ice-resin-jewelers-grade-clear-casting-epoxy-resin-8-oz-kit We have a video on how to mix it here: ruclips.net/video/mHRGse4kpYw/видео.html
Regarding the sealant, one can use white glue as well. The secret to a successful end result with the resin is for the white glue, or the sealant used, to be completely dry and for the person that is applying the sealant to use a cross-hatching technique when applying the sealant. In other words the first layer would be vertical, the second layer horizontal, and so forth. I usually let these base seals dry overnight, it may be a bit excessive but I don’t get errors from the base sealant being wet still. Usually, if any errors do occur are because certain areas were either missed or improperly sealed. In my opinion the base sealant process is the most important part of the entire project, that and using a proper resin and hardener ratio. But the resin topic is an entire topic of its own. Thank you for sharing your video.
you use normal white gue as sealant?
You mean first layer should be kept overnight to dry. ..or all the layers should be kept overnight
This was actually surprisingly helpful, because I've been trying to figure out why my printed images have been running! Thanks!
Hi! What a fun idea! I have not tried using a sharpie so I can not say for certain but I would suggest trying it and seeing what happens. Instead of Mod Podge you might want to use Nunn Sealant, this product produces very little bleeding. I would also suggest drawing your image and then letting the ink set for at least an hour before trying to coat it. I would love to hear the results of your experiment!
I have never tried sealing images with clear nail polish. I would say go ahead and give it a shot, logically I am thinking it will probably work except I am not sure how it will react to the resin. I would suggest making a test run using an image and bezel that you are ok to loose if the experiment does not work out. Part of the joy of jewelry making is trying new things :)
I rarely find videos as informative as this one!!!! I'm really glad I watched this video b/c I was thinking about buying Mod Podge for resin crafts and wasn't sure if it was necessary, how many coats, how to use it, etc. This wasn't an easy google search answer either...or at least not how I worded it. This video answered all my questions very easily :)
Thanks Jay, it's wonderful to hear this old video of ours is still a huge help. Resin is one of our specialties at Beadaholique, we've done a lot of videos on it over the years you might find helpful if you're just stating out or looking to work with it in new ways: ruclips.net/p/PLdGWVJ-tb1bHGPqmDTH01kwyokh5xRHz-
I really appreciate how you showed us each different outcome . Thanks 👍
Always glad to help, thanks for watching!
It depends what look you want. If you want them to look suspended in the resin, I would suggest pouring a thin layer of resin, letting it fully cure, adding your object, then pouring a layer of resin on top of it. If you are okay with the object floating to the bottom (which in the case of a molded object means that when you remove it from the mold, that bottom will now be the top) then you can pour a little resin, add the object, and then pour the rest of the resin.
@MsPolymaster You can buy all the supplies in this video on Beadaholique's website. Just click on the Beadaholique link under the video.
@Eylul Monroy You can find our other video on mixing resin here: ruclips.net/video/mHRGse4kpYw/видео.html
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great tutorial! thank you for showing WHY we need 2-3 coats. very informative
Thanks for watching!
Hi! I print all my images on a home printer these days and I just make sure to a heavier weight matte white paper. I use between 60lb and 100lb "cardstock" type paper. Do not use a glossy or coated paper. You must also seal your paper with at least 3 coats of sealant. I use Nunn Design Sealant.
@MsPolymaster The mod podge that is used in this video is - Mod Podge Gloss All-In-One Decoupage Sealer. There's a list of supplies and links in the video description underneath the video.
I just found your video and enjoyed it very much. you explained things very well, even I understood them. Thanks.
After it is dry, I coat it with 3 layers of Nunn Design Sealant, letting them dry between layers. I let that completely dry and then I pour my resin. I personally prefer Ice Resin just because I find the results to be more consistent. However, Gel Du Soleil should work fine as well. I know that with 2 part resins, temperature and humidity make a big difference in the results. Try to do resin on a warm, dry day. I keep my house at about 78 degrees when doing resin. I hope this helps!
I make and sell a lot of resin pendants that I create using my husband's art work. Here is what I do personally: using an inkjet printer I print his images on a matte white card stock type paper (80# - 110# weight). I then cut and glue the images into the bezel setting using Nunn Design glue (Crafter's Pick has worked well for me too). Next, I seal the images with Nunn Design Sealant...
You can absolutely print your own pictures. I recommend using a heavier matte white paper - such as a 80lbs - 110lbs card stock. I have found that laser printed images look best and bleed hardly at all. You purchase your paper at a craft store or office store, load your images onto a portable USB drive, and then go to your local office supply store and have them print your images for you. I am in the Los Angeles area and the printers around here usually charge .50 - $1.00 per color print.
Beadaholique wait what? U said inkjet - for Christ sake
Nice work I love that Bird! that sticks out, now that is clever! Thanks for the tip!
I have been trying and trying this on my own, never quite got it right. Thank you, hopefully now I know what I did wrong.
I would recommend Nunn Design sealant for all coats - make sure you do at least 3 to prevent blotchiness. I prefer Nunn Design Sealant over Mod Podge for this application because it is thinner and more like a glaze then a glue. Also, Nunn Design Sealant is made specifically for use with inkjet images and will cause very little streaking. Multiple layers of Mod Podge can build up and cause ridges on your image and can sometimes make it look a little cloudy if you apply a lot of layers.
WHERE oh where can I get Nunn Design sealer, I want to use my ink jet images
Thank you ever so much and I've tried modge podge dimensional magic, diamond glaze, epoxy stickers,and glossy accent and I have to say nothing compares to the crystal clear beauty of resin
Hello. There are many many ways to prep and seal images for resin. Lots of people like to use Mod Podge, some like other "white" glues and others like sealants. It is all a matter of preference and what works best for you. You can try using Mod Podge for both the base and top coat and see how it works with your particular paper. I have never used "Glossy Accents" so I can't really weigh in as an authority as to whether it will work or not...
thank you,, you make it look so easy.. i'm doing my first right now and doing 100 coats :)
That is one of the most educational, well-explained, simple, nicely-made resin craft videos I have watched! Thanks so much, I have bought some #liquidglass and saved some bottle caps but I am still intimidated by the procedure to make it... Hope I get started soon, or it will be summer here all the materials will be very hard to work with... #resinart #bezel #crafts #jewellery
Creative..Thx
Well hell it can’t be the most ed. and most well-explained, blah blah blah blah... not if you’re so nerve racked to just try?
Also, since when can modge podge be applied on top of an ink jet image? Y’all know damn well that it would make the ink bleed. - wtf
Thank you for all the great tips!
Thanks for watching!
@Beadaholique
I have made one without any sealant only some under the image. It has been few days and it still looks good.
I also used on the other project only mod podge. it looks great, the only problem I had was the thikness of it and i had to make sure it would not be bompy.
Hi! I am not sure how Mod Podge will hold up against the elements such as rain, heat, etc. or how well it will adhere to coated metal. I think it would be best to contact the manufacturer Plaid and ask them. Good luck!
I let the first coat of sealant dry and then repeat the process at least 2 more times for a total of at least 3 coats sealant. After the last coat of sealant had fully dried, I cover my image with Ice Resin. I hope this helps.
The type of paper was just a regular white printer paper, not card stock. It was printed on a laser printer so it had a little shine to it. You must seal it properly before pouring resin.
I have never used photo paper before for my images, so it could be that, I am not sure. I find that Gel Du Soleil is a bit trickier to work with then 2 part resins and I have had the "crackle" finish appear once on my work too - but other times not.
There are many different ways to do resin, and everyone has their favorite method. Here is what I do for my personal projects: I glue the image into the cap using a white glue, such as Nunn Glue.
I suggest a heavier weight card stock type paper in a matte finish - so no photo paper or regular thin printer paper.
@seraunconventionalTV Hmmm... I am not sure if the foil is going to work or not, I am sorry but I have not tried that. Again, the best way to find out is to do a small test. To get a see-through looking print, you can also use rubber stamps and Staz-On ink. So you would pour one layer of resin half way up your mold, let fully cure, then stamp the image, let dry, then pour a second layer of resin. Best of luck! I would love to know how your experiments turn out.
You can continue to use Mod Podge but try printing on a laser printer or you can use inkjet images and Nunn Design Sealant instead of Mod Podge.
Wonderful tutorial! Thank you very much!
E6000 is too thick to use as an adhesive for these projects. It also might saturate your paper and cause discolorization and splotchiness. I would recommend a thinner "white" glue such as Mod Podge or Nunn
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@JewelryandCrafts There are many glues you can use to glue the images into the bottle caps. I suggest using a "white" glue that will go on smooth and not absorb too much into the paper. I would avoid using E6000 or superglue. Have fun!
I have not tried using a clear water based varnish over the surface of mod podge so unfortunately I can not speak to how well that would work. The resin that you are going to apply over the mod podge is going to give it a very very durable finsih.
Best tutorial. Best information. Now I can get my supplies and begin.
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The length of time to dry will really depend upon the thickness of your coat and the humidity/temperature of the surrounding environment. Allow each coat to dry for 30 minutes to be on the safe side.
@Beadaholique The only thing I worry about is the sides of the tape/image, if perhaps the resin might seep in a little there and cause some bleed. You could try doing a test, perhaps take 4 images, place the sticky tape on both sides of all 4, then on two of them, place some mod podge along the outside edge, over the area where the stickers and papers are sandwiched. Let that dry, then pour the resin over the 4 images and see what happens.
Absolutely fantastic tutorial. You rock!
Hi, I have a huge problem. I use Mod Podge for coting the picture. when it dryes it has some stricks that start showing trough resin few days later. I use Lisa Pavelka Magic-Glos UV Resin. can you please help me?
Thank you so much.
You can not use any copy-righted images to make jewelry to sell. There are a whole host of complicated laws but it is easiest just to avoid any "known" character or image, even if you change it by adjusting the colors, altering, or modifying.
@gatafierrra There is not a standard drying time for sealants because people use different products and everybody's house will have a different temperature and humidity. A good guideline is about 15 minutes between coats but you may experience it takes a little less time or a little more. When I think it is dry, I lightly touch my finger to it to check. For the final coat, wait even a little longer - it is a MUST that this is completely dry before pouring your resin. Have fun!
@myjewel2 Hi! I too have found that streaks sometimes appear when using a 1 part UV resin, for some reason they don't with a 2 part. It could be that the Mod Podge is a bit thick. I would suggest switching to a clear sealant such as that put out by Nunn Design. Nunn Sealant is very thin and goes on smoother then Mod Podge. Make sure to paint on 3 coats. There a link for it in the video description underneath the video.
So instead of resin I’m using the Diamond Glaze is that okay ?
Hi, in your video you have a square swallow pendant frame. Do you sell the blanks? if not can you advise where you purchased them from please? Thanks in advance.
That necklace is a old project of ours, we don't carry the pendent frame anymore and it doesn't look like Nunn Design still makes them. They have a fairly similar model in their current line-up but it's only available through them as a wholesale order. Here's the information on that piece: www.nunndesign.com/shop/elements-of-inspiration/bezels-patera/classic-pendants/square-pendants/large-pendant-square-antique-silver/
Also we do carry a smaller version if that's any help: beadaholique.com/products/nunn-design-antiqued-silver-plated-pewter-collage-bezel-square-1-2-inch
How do you resize the photos so that they are small enough to trace and to fit in the bezels or molds? P.s sorry I’m late just got into making resin pieces, also do I use the same methods shown here for UV resin?
It sounds like you would want to scan the images you are working with and modify them in a program like photoshop. And yes, you would follow the same method for UV resin.
Thank you so much. Yes it helped. I tried using Glossing Accents since that's the only glue I have right now, and it worked for thicker paper as topcoat but for a thinner paper the image got blodgy. I also did another try using nails topcoat as topcoat and it also got blodgy :S I will try to get mod podge or a sealant I guess!
thank you so much im excited !!
Hello. I’m a new jeweler in south Florida. I’ve been getting orders for picture pendants. There are a couple methods to get the picture onto the pendant. Sublimation onto aluminum. The adhesive and maybe epoxy. And of course this method you’re using. I’m wondering, if i go with your method. I see you recommended 80-100lb paper to avoid wrinkles. Can i use hammermill premium color copy cover? It has a 100 bright white finish. One color said it was satin. Not matte. Very smooth paper. I want to order it on amazon but its pricey. Don’t want to buy and not be able to use it. Also what type of printer do you suggest. Thanks
Hi Kelvin, the main issue with using glossy paper is that you're adding another layer of reflection. If the paper has its own shine it can illuminate the Mod Podge a bit and draw the eye to the layering between the paper, adhesive and resin, and way from the image. It's hard to get things seamless, but the best looking results I've seen use matte paper.
Very clever. You explained away my splotchiness.
Awesome video!!!!
where do you buy the hole punch that cuts a circle to fit a bottle cap ????? Also you use a post it note pad for your glue a " free " way to have somewhere to put your glue / paint colours etc is old margarine lids give them a good wash and store them in your art cupboard ~ you always have a free mini palette for these sorts of jobs and you can wash & re-use or just throw them away also jar lids can be used too .
You can find the bottle cap punch here: www.beadaholique.com/eurotool-europunch-1-8mm-round-hole-punch-pliers-for-bottle-caps.html
Help, I followed this tutorial, putting 3 coats of mod podge on my pictures before pouring the resin, I even waited a day after I put the last coat of mod podge on before pouring the resin, yet once it was cured I noticed this weird pattern just above the image, like a sort of crackling pattern but only near the edges. What would have caused this? Its not cracks in the resin itself.
The same think is happening to me and I'm having a really hard time finding any answers or solution. Does any one happen to know how to avoid this?
It could be that the podge may have been to thick on the edges especially with 3 coatings
Thank you. Great tutorial with awesome tips!
I don't want to buy a whole bottle of glue for one project. Can I use E6000 instead to glue the picture in the pendant?
E6000 is a very heavy thick glue and might saturate your paper, thus showing "wet" marks. If you want to experiment a little, you can try other white glues of medium consistency - do not use Elmer's though. Always do a test piece if you are deviating from a set project.
@kristycyw We have a video called How to Flatten Bottle Caps. You can learn how to flatten them easily in that video.
If printing my own what kind of print and paper should I use? Inkjet or Laser. Plain paper or cardstock or photo paper?
Hi, I would recommend a heavier weight matte white paper. It does not technically need to be "card stock" but I would choose a paper that is at least a 65lbs weight. You can print on either laser or inkjet. I find that I get richer colors with an inkjet but you can run into more instances of the ink bleeding vs. with a laser.
Great video, but i have a question. If i want to do this with particular or personally images, how will i put them in that sheet and what’s its material?
Thanks for watching!
If you decide to do this with your own pictures, we recommend using inkjet printer on card stock. Do not use photo paper as this paper combined with adhesive or resin will make ink run. Thanks for watching!
thank you so much for your vdieo 😍 I have a question please
what kind of paper should I use to print on ? and what printer should i use ? laser or inkjet ?
thanks in advance
I use matte white card stock paper, with a 65 lb or heavier weight. If you have access to a laser jet either in your home or through a nearby copy center you can use that and it'll help prevent bleeding. I've used inkjets successfully however by coating the finished print with a good paper sealing solution like Nunn Design Sealant www.beadaholique.com/nunn-design-sealant-protectant-2-oz-for-patera-findings-1.html
Very helpful video. I just bought the matte mod podge is that ok to use or does it need to be the gloss one mod podge?
To get the exact results as in this video, we recommend using the gloss Mod Podge. Thanks for watching!
Thnx so much..i did all the things I wasn't supposed to..I was so excited n messed it up completely :(
But thnx to ur instructions wil do it over.
Thanks! another question, if you don't mind....
I need to know what I am doing wrong. I used the NDS to seal my image into the bottle cap using 3 coats and letting them dry in between coats. i used photo paper and rubbed some JK microglaze over it before sealing into the cap. I poured the gel du soleil in, got rid of the bubbles, let it sit for a few, and put under the uv light. when it came out it was crackly.
Have a similar problem with mod podge, but image more "crystalline" after UV.
Hi! I love your tutorials. I have some doubts about the glue: (1) Wouldn't it be convenient to use the same glue as a topcoat and at the base? I wonder if using a glue on the base won't make the image bleed. (2) I don't know "Mod Podge", but saw someone using it both for the base and the topcoat. Would that work? (3) Can you use "Glossy Accents" as a topcoat or as a glue for the base of the paper? I would be using jet ink on thick paper or scrapbooking paper. Thank you!
Beadaholique, I love your shop andtutorials, I just ordered mold putty from you & very excited !
question to this vid: I've noticed ppl embeding glossy STICKERS in clear resin without any coverage and without them loosing ink. I have been doing the mod podge-sealing with inkjet printouts for a while now, but since it requires so much layers, I wonder, do you think that I could just stick sticky tape to both sides of my picture and it would be safe in resin like a sticker??? Thanks
At what point do we add the "charms" or other objects. Do you pour the resin in and then set the bird or rhinestone on top of the wet resin? Or do you glue them on top after the resin has dried?
If I wanna put an image in something like this but there is already a layer of resin (the image will sit in between) then would I still need to glue it down or can I just coat it with a sealant and set it in ?
Thanks for posting. I can see how everything here can be hand made. The metal pendants or bottle caps could be used to make silicone molds and then polymer clay can be used to make new pendants painted or rubbed with metallic paint. Hand drawn images can be used. bang. boom.
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i like using resin but sometimes it's a bit spendy. so i also have glass covers. but i keep running into the issue of them clouding or the ink bleeding making the end results useless. i have tried coating both the back and front of the image and letting it dry. also sealing it in with a spray. i have tried a few different approaches and this issue keeps happening. any advice?
This may have to do with the kind of paper you are using. If you are using photo paper or regular printing paper, the ink can sometimes bleed. We recommend using 80lb card stock to print your images. Thanks for watching!
I don't have a printer, at the moment. Where would you suggest is the best place to have images, for resin jewelry, printed? I would love to make more of these necklaces. Thanks!
Any printer/copy shop should be able to print images on many different kinds of materials. If you are in the USA, the former printer/copy chain Kinko's is now "FedEx Office" and they offer all the same printing services they used to when they were Kinko's. Thanks for watching our video!
Beadaholique Thank you!
hi great vid what printer would you suggest for printing the photos
Hi, great tutorial!!, but i have a question: I want to make my own designs, but can i use sharpie instead? , i mean, not to print but draw it into a transparent paper. Is it posible to do that without the ink bled or run??...I really hope you can answer, and sorry about my bad english :( . ....Greetings from México
Do you have to use resin for the pendents or can you use something else to replace it like mod podge or a glue that dry clear?
You absolutely don't have to use resin. There are a few reasons you'll see resin used for bezel filling projects so often even though it's a pain. First, you can create a dome with resin, which is a classic look. We haven't found a clear drying adhesive that can do this. Second, resin is self leveling, meaning that if you don't chose to dome it it'll create a smooth even surface on its own when you fill a bezel to the top. Creating that smooth look, with no uneven bumps or brushstrokes marring the shine of your finished piece, is why we usually recommend resin.
Where is the video which you are talking end of this tutorial? I couldn't find it
Hi there! If I wanted to add a small mustard seed inside with the paper background could I do that? I’m new to this lol
Items can certainly be set in the resin. Essentially you set them inside then pour your resin. We explore this technique here: ruclips.net/video/_NSf2wdvzFQ/видео.html
Thank you!
I am going to make old postage stamp jewelry using glass cabochon. Since it’s old postage stamp, should I coat it with mod podge like 3 times or even more？also how long does it take to dry between each coating？
Two or three coats will likely be enough. Make sure you have a few less valuable stamps or something roughly similar to practice on, with old paper like that it's you'll want to do a few practice rounds to get the technique dialed in. I would recommend at least 20 minutes between coats, but remember to trust your eyes, if it still looks wet it won't hurt to give it more time.
Thank you so much for your help. I deeply appreciate it!
@@charmander9149 Always happy to help. Good luck with your stamp jewelry!
I have tried a different resin called Easy Cast. The first time I used it the pendants turned out good. I used this same resin the other day again and it doesn't seem to dry. The pendants are sticky. Will they ever dry and could I possibly use a hair dryer to dry them? I tried putting them on a candle warmer on aluminum foil with a jar over it and they got bubbly. (Saw this in another video.) They I used a lighter to get rid of the bubbles and that worked. Now I am just hoping they will dry.
Jude I've never had any luck with easy cast, little windows resin is the only one I get consistent results from. (Temperature, humidity, mix ratio, etc can mess up resin really bad)
Crazy question, can I use sticker with the backs on them?
If you are referring to stickers with paper backing on them, we recommend removing the backing. Thanks for watching!
What method would you use if you use a glass cabochon not resin? Thanks
We have a video on this technique available here: ruclips.net/video/wMIJyA8WlzI/видео.html
Thanks for watching!
What kind of glue is appropriate to use when sealing an image that was printed off a laser printer?
+Trueblade1423 I always like to use Nunn Design Sealant for my printed images www.beadaholique.com/p-24352-nunn-design-sealant-protectant-2-oz-for-patera-findings-1.aspx
This is a really good video. Very informative, thank you :-)
Thanks, i also read the using a clear water based varnish over the surface on the modge podge once dried would give it a harder more durable finish, would this be true do you think?
Thanks again :)
Thank you so much for this video. Where can you find the matching patera hole pumnchers ypou mentioned?
Hi Andrea, unfortunately we're not caring the matched set anymore. This is one of our older videos and our inventory has changed a little since 2011. Right now we're only carrying the 1" and 1/4" inch paper punch www.beadaholique.com/mcgill-paper-punch-1-1-4-circle-fits-patera-findings.html
Can I ask where you purchased the swallow charm? I really like it?
Unfortunately, we have discontinued selling this charm. Thanks for watching our video.
Great video, thank you for sharing.
could u use clear nail polish as a sealant?
Hi there I was told mod podge is not safe to use with resin because the mod podge is "water based" and can I use acrylic paint if mod podge is ok to use?! Thank you!
That's interesting. I have used mod podge with resin and it has worked fine for me. I have not tried acrylic paints so I would suggest testing that out before you do a big batch. If the paint has completely dried, I don't think it will be a problem.
Do you think i could i use a coat of matte mod podge to seal and then super gloss on top instead of a resin?
You can use both those items but it will not look like resin or be as durable. If you are okay with that, then I say go for it, it could turn out really pretty but if you want the look of resin, you will need to use resin.
Can I still follow this tutorial if I add glitter to the pendant first as the background?
You sure can. If you add glitter to your pendant piece before adding the image, just make sure the adhesive used for your glitter is dried/cured. Thanks for watching!
Where can I purchase the Nunn Design Sealant? And how does it keep ink jet images from smearing, like Mod Podge does?
+Garden Guru The Nunn Design Sealant works very well for sealing inkjet printing, we've been recommending it for that use for years. You can buy it from our store here: www.beadaholique.com/p-24352-nunn-design-sealant-protectant-2-oz-for-patera-findings-1.aspx
i got a big tub of matte mod podge expecting it to be runny like this, but its thick like acrylic medium. does gloss just mean runny and matte means thick? is there any way i could still use the matte mod podge? dont wanna waste it
We suggest taking it back to where you purchased it from for a replacement. The consistency of the product should be somewhat runny. Matte refers to the type of look the product has when dry.
Great tips! Thanks so much.
Can you use an actual photo or will modge podge mess up the ink?
We do not recommend using Mod Podge over glossy photos. For the best results, we recommend printing photos with inkjet onto card stock. Thanks for watching!
You will still want to glue it in place, otherwise it might slide, curl, or float up.
Where do you get your image collage sheets and what is the name? I want to get some for memorial, grief, and loss pendants, please. I notice that there discontinued on the site.
The image collage sheets were made by from Nunn Design. I believe all of them have been discontinued, most jewelry supply stores are out of stock. Nunn Design does still list them on their site but they're only available for sale to members of their wholesale program. You can see them here: www.nunndesign.com/product-category/elements-of-inspiration/mixed-media-supplies/collage-sheets-mixed-media-supplies/
@@beadaholique thank you.
Can I use mod podge dimensional magic to seal before the resin or could I use clear nail polish?
Definitely do not use nail polish. The chemicals will react with the chemicals in the resin. You'll want to use a product that is intended to be used this way. You can use regular Mod Podge, or you can use Nunn Design Sealant.
What kind of paper was the little girl w/cat printed on????
Hello wondering how to mix the resin and what resin to use?
We like Ice Resin for this kind of work, you can find it our site here: beadaholique.com/products/ice-resin-jewelers-grade-clear-casting-epoxy-resin-8-oz-kit
We have a video on how to mix it here: ruclips.net/video/mHRGse4kpYw/видео.html
Thank you so much!!!
This is so helpful.
Tania Vergara
how do you get the bottle cap to look like it does in 6.00?