@@KristisCustomCreations I’m late to the game but I have bought about 4 off Etsy and everyone at work asks me about them then finds out how much I paid and say they cannot get one. I would love to be able to learn how to make these! Can’t say thank you enough. You make it sound totally doable!
@@rntn7148 you're very welcome! Have you seen my tutorial that was an update after this one? It's a lot more detailed. 🥰 Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank u SO much for this! I just ran across a lady doing this on TT but she doesn't show the epoxy step. I figured it was just like the cups BUT I wanted to see it done. This is something my daughter and I could do together since I have a cricut now. Altho my main biz is crocheting handmade diverse dolls. THANK YOU FOR SHARING!! FYI: yours were the first videos to show up when I searched "glitter pen diy." 💜💜💜
You should definitely check out my Facebook group (it's listed down in the comments below). We have an awesome group of super talented Crafters who all share different amazing ideas! It's also a great place to ask questions. 🥰🥰🥰
You're very welcome! Check out my part 2 Tutorial that shows some updated tips and tricks 😊 I think it will really help explain some things I learned after making this first video 😉
I had to watch this video twice because the 1st time I was mesmerized by your beautiful nail color! Please share if you don't mind. As for the pen video, this is amazing and very crafty I am going to try. Thank you for these tutorials!!!!!
Aww Thanks!! My nail color is the hottest pink powder dip that my nail company had.. I honestly have no clue what the name of the color is. Thanks for watching my videos and for the awesome feedback! You have no idea how much it is appreciated!
OMG! You made that look so easy!! I was avoiding pens because I thought those little things would be a horrible pain to do! Thank you fir doing this tutorial!
You're very welcome! I actually have an updated video that has more information in it than this one does. You can find it on my channel. I'm so glad that you found my video helpful. 🥰
First off I need to point out that your nails are beautiful! And second, this is such an awesome video! I was really scared to try them but now I'm definitely going to! Thank you!
You're very welcome! Please let me know if you have any questions at all! Also, don't use too much heat when you are taking off the clip because it can cause the pen to warp slightly which will make it difficult to get the guts back inside.
Thanks! I will actually be posting a video soon of my setup :) but if you would like to message me at Kristi's Custom Creations on Facebook, I can send you photos of it :)
I know exactly what you mean! I get a couple every now and then that I have to get my husband to take apart for me. But most of the tipsi can get myself.
Thank you! I do have a tour of my turner workbench: czcams.com/video/8H04Kb47pYg/video.html and I also have a tutorial on how to build a single cup turner :) : czcams.com/video/3sxg_3g-PII/video.html
Great tutorial. I found your YT from a comment of your on a FT tumbler group! I would love a follow-up vid that shows how you cut those tiny, cursive names... I’m imagining my Cricut wouldn’t cut that small- maybe I’m wrong!
Thanks for checking it out!!! I have actually already filmed a follow-up video, just have to finish editing it and it will be posted tomorrow evening. 🥰 I cut the names with my silhouette.. I honestly don't know anything about the cricuts so I don't know how those would cut the lettering. 🤷🏼♀️
I love watching your videos and your pens come out so beautiful. I’m learning how to do pens with epoxy but mine keep coming out lumpy do you have any advice on how to make it not bumpy? Thank you 😊
I've seen some use Vaseline over the dowels to prevent it from sticking to the pen when epoxy dries... I notice you didn't do that but didn't mention if it was difficult for you to remove the pens from the dowels. What is your trick to keeping the epoxy off the dowels
In my other epoxy glitter pen update video, I do mention using Vaseline to help keep epoxy of the dowels but I am VERY careful when I epoxy the pens so I don't ever have issues with getting the pens off of the dowel rods.
I love your video thanks for sharing I'm just now starting to get into working with epoxy projects and I think I'll start with this first. May I ask what name brand or even better a link to the blow torch you use? I feel that tool could come in hand for so many other projects. TIA
Thank you so much for watching and I'm so glad that you found my video helpful. I actually did an updated version of this video if you check out my other videos that has more information on the best ways to make these pens. The blowtorch that I have is linked in the description box underneath all of my videos. Let me know if you can't find it and I'll go through and get a link for you. 🥰
How much epoxy do you use for just one pen? Also after added the base coat of expoxy and first glitter how long do you wait until you add more epoxy? Thanks for the video!
I loved your tutorial! I tried the pencil method the first time but somehow I got epoxy inside and they got stuck to the pencils😂😂 at least I have extra pen refills now
Lol! I'm very careful to not get Epoxy inside the pens but I liked using the skewers much better than the pencil. The pens felt so much more secure on the skewers. 😊
@@KristisCustomCreations thank for you for the tip and reply. I’m def going to try the skewers with the shelf liner this time! They are too cute not to try at least 1 more time :)
The turner keeps the epoxy even and smooth as the epoxy hardens, making the pen nice and smooth. The alternative would be to do a pen with UV resin, which requires a UV lamp to cure. I have some other videos that show how to make them using UV resin. czcams.com/video/Iw1GhJiB9yQ/video.html
Yes ma'am, the Epoxy goes over the rubber part with no issues at all. Check out the updated video that I just posted this morning about the epoxy pens when you get a chance, it discusses the epoxy going over the rubber part.
You weren’t afraid that the pens would drip epoxy onto each other when you put them on the same Turner? Did you put them on the same Turner for balance purposes?
My two favorite types of epoxy to use are Tumblerpoxy and Faux Rizzle. They are both awesome. If you have Facebook, you should definitely check out my Facebook group. We have some amazing members and everyone is so helpful when anyone has a question. facebook.com/groups/epoxytumblersandpens
This is awesome ty ... I do have a question..? I tried pulling up the Amazon links for the cup turners and the motors but it won't pull up. What is the name of the products you have
Love the tutorial! Thanks so much! Quick question though.. If I applied the glitter with the epoxy method and accidentally scratched some off😬, can I mod podge over the glitter before applying the top coat of epoxy?
Could we get a explanation or tutorial video on the crafting table .. I need get my husband on that right away ..possibly he could build another and make video
Have you seen this video where I did an overview of my table? I would like to try to get him to build another for tutorial purposes but that's gonna take a lot of sweet talking! HAHA czcams.com/video/8H04Kb47pYg/video.html
Papermate Inkjoy is the only pen I've used so far because the clip on it can be easily removed. I'm sure if you could find any other pens that are similar you might could do it to those also. 🤷🏼♀️😊
So cool!! Where do you find the refills? I was asking a friend if she would buy one and she said can you refill them and I thought you could but I can not find them anywhere! I would like to be able to make them and sell them with a refill thought it might be more enticing that way... wdyt?? Thanks for the tutorial!!
Someone said they found refills on Amazon but I couldn't find them. If they want to refill them, they could simply take the ink from inside a plain inkjoy pen and put it in their pretty pen if they can't find the refills.
I use multiple different epoxies but in this tutorial I used fast set for every step except the very last one. The last step I used Faux Rizzle UV. Other epoxies that I like to use are Tumblerpoxy, KS Liquidy Split UV, and StoneCoat Quick Coat (but not for final coat). I hope this helps!
@@salon381 I didn't use UV resin for my final step.. I used Faux Rizzle UV Epoxy. It just means that it was UV inhibitors in it to keep it from yellowing, not that it's a UV resin. I'm sorry for the confusion.
You possibly could if you could figure out a way to tape it off but I think you would run in to an issue with getting the glitter and epoxy underneath the clip. I'm not sure how you could do it and keep the clip. 🤷🏼♀️
Do you need to turn It while the epoxy is drying? Could you just stand It up to dry? I don’t have anything that can turn the pens If I were to make some for myself
Yes ma'am, it would need to spin for at least 4-5 hours before being set up to finish drying. Another alternative would be to use UV resin which cures very quickly under a UV light
I haven't tried UV resin on them but I don't think UV resin is self-leveling. I'm sure you can but you may run in to issues with the pens being really smooth. If you decide to try it, please let me know how it works out!
@@KristisCustomCreations thank you so much!!! 😃😃 I think these will be super fun for people who are return customer gifts ! I like to give freebies hahaha
@@KristisCustomCreations thanks I don’t think the ball point ones will work the clip is bigger compared to the ink held ones, guess I have to buy the right ones lol
I am very new at this and am looking into making pens. I am curious on the turner, is that something that is 100% necessary? I don’t have the supplies for that, is it only for certain epoxies because needing to be cured or..? Is there a way to do it without needing the turner?
A turner is very helpful if you are using a two part epoxy that takes hours to dry. You can actually do this with UV resin and a nail lamp or UV light. I will actually be putting a tutorial out this weekend showing how to make a pen using UV resin.. you can literally make a pen in an hour with the uv resin.
@@KristisCustomCreations there’s also a little nub attached on the bottom of the pen where the ink part slides out but won’t come off. Ingot the paper mate ink joy from target 🤷🏻♀️
@@Virginia89 are you part of our Facebook group yet? You could send me a picture of it there and I could help you out better that way. facebook.com/groups/epoxytumblersandpens/?ref=share
I have a question (if anyone can answer), when I read directions for Epoxy, they usually say “temperature need to be at least 70* when mixing epoxy” (or whatever temperature it is) but it doesn’t say that needs to be the temperature for it to cure/dry. Does the temp have to still be 70* or does the temp matter for it to cure/dry? Only wondering bc directions don’t say.
@@KristisCustomCreations I was just double checking. My house is an older house & it’s very drafty. I’m so scared to have Epoxy any near my kids bc I’ve seen people say it’s made them sick but I have an bathroom that we modified into more of a walk in closet/storage area, that has a window for ventilation (it’s also worth mentioning I live in the NW, so it’s cold. I was gonna do the epoxy in their. I can bring in a space heater if needed while they dry. I just want to make sure I’m prepared for everything ☺️. Thank you so much.
@@jessicamarsh9779 have you seen my video about the heat box that I made? It's perfect for colder areas and keeping the cups warm enough while they dry. the temperature really can make a big deal in the curing process. 😊
@@KristisCustomCreations Not yet. This was the first video I’ve watched. I just found you & I’m hooked ☺️. I’ll definitely go look for that video and watch. I’m actually making pens, like how tumblers are wrapped with fabric but pens instead. Hopefully I can try a few cups since I bought a cup turner & want to make sure I get my money’s worth out of it ☺️😉. My mom, sister, dad & husband are huge tumbler people, so I figured I could try tumblers and make them as gifts ☺️🤷🏽♀️
@@KristisCustomCreations u are very welcome.. I was wondering if u could recommend an alternative to epoxy resin.. I have animals and small children.. thank you so much ☺️
@@jenniferscraftynook5626 epoxy is considered toxic until it's fully cured. It is recommended to wear PPE (personal protection equipment) when working with epoxy. I don't know anything about Crystalac (or however it is spelled) but it's my understanding that that is supposed to be non-toxic.
That would be fish eyes. What kind of epoxy did you use? There are lots of different things that could lead to fish eyes in your projects. try standing then putting another light layer of epoxy over it to try to fill in the fish eyes.
I have followed all the steps but when I get to the part of putting the pieces back in the silver clicker does not fit and I have been careful not go get epoxy in the barrel of the pen... what are your tips for this?
Make sure that you don't add too much heat when you are sanding off the clip and you can even try an exacto knife to get the nub from where the clip was versus the sandpaper. If you put too much heat on it when softening that nub from the clip, it can warp the pen and cause the guts of the pen to not slide back into place properly. I hope that makes sense.
@@michelleruiz4386 I also found that you can insert a straw at the end of the clicker and it will keep the epoxy from doing down in the barrel and also it pulls away when the epoxy if dry and you can just trim it up!
I honestly haven't ever used UV Resin but if you are able to cure it as the pen spins then you may possibly be able to use it. I've watched numerous videos on UV Resin but I enjoy working with regular epoxy so I never purchased any. If you do happen to try it, will you PLEASE let me know how it turns out? I would really like to know!
Yes, it would need to spin for the epoxy (resin) to lay evenly. If you didn't spin it, the Epoxy would all gather down at one end. If you are using the UV resin, I would think that you could spin it by hand under the light since the light cures it super quick.
@@KristisCustomCreations okay, thank you so much for all the help!! And your pens turned out AMAZING! You did such a great job explaining everything ❤❤
@@savannahcreel1270 yes, I apply epoxy after sanding the second coat. If you don't then it wouldn't be shiny. The third coat is my final coat and it makes them beautiful like glass
This has BY FAR been the most helpful tutorial that I have found so far for these pens. THANK YOU! Amazing! ♥
You are SO welcome!!! Thank you for the awesome feedback! 🥰
@@KristisCustomCreations
I’m late to the game but I have bought about 4 off Etsy and everyone at work asks me about them then finds out how much I paid and say they cannot get one. I would love to be able to learn how to make these! Can’t say thank you enough. You make it sound totally doable!
@@rntn7148 you're very welcome! Have you seen my tutorial that was an update after this one? It's a lot more detailed. 🥰 Please let me know if you have any questions.
that woodgrain is perfect !
Thank you!
Thank u SO much for this! I just ran across a lady doing this on TT but she doesn't show the epoxy step. I figured it was just like the cups BUT I wanted to see it done. This is something my daughter and I could do together since I have a cricut now. Altho my main biz is crocheting handmade diverse dolls. THANK YOU FOR SHARING!!
FYI: yours were the first videos to show up when I searched "glitter pen diy." 💜💜💜
You should definitely check out my Facebook group (it's listed down in the comments below). We have an awesome group of super talented Crafters who all share different amazing ideas! It's also a great place to ask questions. 🥰🥰🥰
This is the first time I completely understand how to do these pens! Thank you so much
You're very welcome! Check out my part 2 Tutorial that shows some updated tips and tricks 😊 I think it will really help explain some things I learned after making this first video 😉
I had to watch this video twice because the 1st time I was mesmerized by your beautiful nail color! Please share if you don't mind. As for the pen video, this is amazing and very crafty I am going to try. Thank you for these tutorials!!!!!
Aww Thanks!! My nail color is the hottest pink powder dip that my nail company had.. I honestly have no clue what the name of the color is. Thanks for watching my videos and for the awesome feedback! You have no idea how much it is appreciated!
OMG! You made that look so easy!! I was avoiding pens because I thought those little things would be a horrible pain to do! Thank you fir doing this tutorial!
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching! If you get a chance, be sure to check out some of my other updated pen Tutorials. 🥰
Thank you! I’ve been wondering how I can do this with my cup turners for months but all the tutorials had special turners for pens.
You're very welcome! I actually have an updated video that has more information in it than this one does. You can find it on my channel. I'm so glad that you found my video helpful. 🥰
Thanks for making this simple!!
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!
First off I need to point out that your nails are beautiful! And second, this is such an awesome video! I was really scared to try them but now I'm definitely going to! Thank you!
LOL! Thank you!! Please let me know how they work out for you when you make them!
Thank you! Great video, informative and not super long👍🏽
Thank you and thanks for watching! 🥰
Super amazing tut😍 thank you so much for sharing🙏 and those glitter🤩🤩 are to die for🤩
Thank you! 🥰
This was literally so helpful! I had been looking for a mold for this..not realizing that it’s not a mold 😆
I'm so happy that it was helpful for you!!!! Now it's time to make awesome and beautiful pens!!!! 🥰
@@KristisCustomCreations Absolutely! I’m going to place an order through your Amazon link in just a few 😘 Hope it helps
@@nol0velost you are awesome! 😘 Thank you so much! 🥰
So pretty!!
Thank you 🥰
Gorgeous!
Thank you! 😊
Looks so easy
It really is!
Thank you!!
You're welcome!
Great tutorial! I just got a pack to try! These would be great to give as thank you gifts for my tumbler orders!
Thank you! ❤️ They are so much fun to make!
Love these pens! Great video! Love your nail color!
Thank you so much!!! 🥰 Love your videos too!! ❤️
@@KristisCustomCreations Thank you!!
Great video :) I don’t have a cup turner it stopped working but I still wanna try this lol
Thank you and thanks for watching! You can actually do it with UV resin and a UV light.. you wouldn't need a turner doing it that way.
Awesome tutorial! They came out beautiful! Subscribed
Thank you!!!
Thank you!
You're very welcome! 🥰
Thank you!! I can’t wait to try
You're very welcome! Please let me know if you have any questions at all! Also, don't use too much heat when you are taking off the clip because it can cause the pen to warp slightly which will make it difficult to get the guts back inside.
Wow they are neat
Thank you!!!!! :)
Wow you are doing so good thank you
Thank you!
these are gorgeous! thanks so much for making this tutorial! I can’t wait to try them!
Thank you!!!!!!! I hope it helps! 🥰
Great video , thank you! I realized we have the same workbench, I love how you have mounted your turner to the back. Would you share photos?
Thanks! I will actually be posting a video soon of my setup :) but if you would like to message me at Kristi's Custom Creations on Facebook, I can send you photos of it :)
How in the world does your pen tips twist off so easily? Mine are so tight!
I know exactly what you mean! I get a couple every now and then that I have to get my husband to take apart for me. But most of the tipsi can get myself.
LOVED IT. Also love your turners, do you have a tutorial for that ?
Thank you! I do have a tour of my turner workbench: czcams.com/video/8H04Kb47pYg/video.html and I also have a tutorial on how to build a single cup turner :) : czcams.com/video/3sxg_3g-PII/video.html
That is pretty easy to make it’s gonna be a nice pen I will give you a little Like
Thank you so much! 🥰
Beautiful!!
Thank you!
Great tutorial. I found your YT from a comment of your on a FT tumbler group! I would love a follow-up vid that shows how you cut those tiny, cursive names... I’m imagining my Cricut wouldn’t cut that small- maybe I’m wrong!
Thanks for checking it out!!! I have actually already filmed a follow-up video, just have to finish editing it and it will be posted tomorrow evening. 🥰 I cut the names with my silhouette.. I honestly don't know anything about the cricuts so I don't know how those would cut the lettering. 🤷🏼♀️
Use the washi setting and cricut will cut the small lettering.
@@1dlboucher washi setting on regular/ 651 vinyl... OK, I’ll give it a shot! Thanks so much!
@@1dlboucher Thanks for answering her question!!!
What an easy video to follow! Thank you! I love your setup for your turners! How’d you do that?
Thank you! My husband built my turner setup. :) I will be posting a video on my turner setup in the next week or two.
I love watching your videos and your pens come out so beautiful. I’m learning how to do pens with epoxy but mine keep coming out lumpy do you have any advice on how to make it not bumpy? Thank you 😊
Can you make the pens without a turner?
Do you have to turn them? What happens if you just leave them be to dry? Sorry I’m new!
I've seen some use Vaseline over the dowels to prevent it from sticking to the pen when epoxy dries... I notice you didn't do that but didn't mention if it was difficult for you to remove the pens from the dowels. What is your trick to keeping the epoxy off the dowels
In my other epoxy glitter pen update video, I do mention using Vaseline to help keep epoxy of the dowels but I am VERY careful when I epoxy the pens so I don't ever have issues with getting the pens off of the dowel rods.
Is a turner table absolutely necessary to complete this?
Did u said shelf liner and were can I buy
I love your video thanks for sharing I'm just now starting to get into working with epoxy projects and I think I'll start with this first. May I ask what name brand or even better a link to the blow torch you use? I feel that tool could come in hand for so many other projects. TIA
Thank you so much for watching and I'm so glad that you found my video helpful. I actually did an updated version of this video if you check out my other videos that has more information on the best ways to make these pens. The blowtorch that I have is linked in the description box underneath all of my videos. Let me know if you can't find it and I'll go through and get a link for you. 🥰
Could you use mod podge to put glitter on
Yes, you can 😊
How much epoxy do you use for just one pen? Also after added the base coat of expoxy and first glitter how long do you wait until you add more epoxy? Thanks for the video!
I loved your tutorial! I tried the pencil method the first time but somehow I got epoxy inside and they got stuck to the pencils😂😂 at least I have extra pen refills now
Lol! I'm very careful to not get Epoxy inside the pens but I liked using the skewers much better than the pencil. The pens felt so much more secure on the skewers. 😊
@@KristisCustomCreations thank for you for the tip and reply. I’m def going to try the skewers with the shelf liner this time! They are too cute not to try at least 1 more time :)
Please let me know how they turn out for you!!! They are so cute! You can definitely do this! 🥰
@@rebeckaharvey4378 oh no! Try taking a craft knife and VERY carefully try popping it out
Can I use acrylic paint instead of spray paint? Just thought maybe I could use what I have on hand. 🙃
Yes! You sure can!
What is an alternative for the spinner? What purpose does it serve? Trying to think of something I could do without having one.
The turner keeps the epoxy even and smooth as the epoxy hardens, making the pen nice and smooth. The alternative would be to do a pen with UV resin, which requires a UV lamp to cure. I have some other videos that show how to make them using UV resin. czcams.com/video/Iw1GhJiB9yQ/video.html
How did you make your stands and make them turn while drying?
How did you get different colors of leopard to print. Doesn't it only print the color of the vinyl?
The leopard print on my Epoxy pens is done with vinyl 😊
What if you don’t have a blow torch?
Do you buy all color spray paints for each color of glitter?
I just buy colors that are similar, you don't have to have the exact color to match the glitter.
could i make these gorgeous pens without having a tumbler turner?
You could try modge podge and triple thick, but unfortunately it won't be as smooth.
@@KristisCustomCreations could I use triple thick and them use epoxy on final layer after applying vinyl?
@@leginagonzales4264 I have never used triple thick under epoxy but if believe if it is fully dry, you probably could
Loved your tutorial. I am completely new to epoxy, do I have to have a turner in order to make this project?
Thank you! It makes it A LOT easier if you have a turner. Otherwise you have to do the hang method with them.
How long does it need to try before putting the Harding epoxy?
About how much does it cost to get started?
Do you sell the pens you make? If so, do you have a website?
How long do you let the epoxy set between coats? Also, is the curing time the same as tumblers?
Hi, I wanted to ask you , does the epoxy go over the rubber part of the pen
Yes ma'am, the Epoxy goes over the rubber part with no issues at all. Check out the updated video that I just posted this morning about the epoxy pens when you get a chance, it discusses the epoxy going over the rubber part.
I love your set up where did you get your turner from
My husband built it for me. 😊
Where did you get your blow torch? It’s super cute! 😜
Thanks! I got it on Amazon and left a link down in the description box for it. 😉
You weren’t afraid that the pens would drip epoxy onto each other when you put them on the same Turner? Did you put them on the same Turner for balance purposes?
No ma'am, I didn't put enough epoxy on them for them to drip. I put them on the same Turner because I could spin more at once that way. 😊
@@KristisCustomCreations Ahhh!! Gotcha! Thank you so much! 💜
@@emmathompson2902 you're very welcome! 🥰
Can I paint it with acrylic paint instead of spray paint?
Yes you can 😊
I’m just starting to explore epoxy. What type of epoxy do you use?
My two favorite types of epoxy to use are Tumblerpoxy and Faux Rizzle. They are both awesome. If you have Facebook, you should definitely check out my Facebook group. We have some amazing members and everyone is so helpful when anyone has a question. facebook.com/groups/epoxytumblersandpens
Can you use the gorilla glue craft epoxy?
Totally not video related. But I’ve never been successful with wood grain tumblers. Do you have a video for this?
Yes, I sure do! Here's the link ;) czcams.com/video/1zdLTkcnvRs/video.html
Did you wait for the first coat of epoxy to dry before applying the second one?
Yes, I let it dry.
Instead of spray paint can you use acrylic paint and let dry?
Yes you can 😊
This is awesome ty ... I do have a question..? I tried pulling up the Amazon links for the cup turners and the motors but it won't pull up. What is the name of the products you have
I posted that link a few months back, let me see if I can pull a new link for you. They might be out of stock or something.
These are the ones I most recently ordered amzn.to/39OfvWx
@@KristisCustomCreations okay great thanks 😊
Love the tutorial! Thanks so much! Quick question though.. If I applied the glitter with the epoxy method and accidentally scratched some off😬, can I mod podge over the glitter before applying the top coat of epoxy?
You can either add mod podge that area or put a tiny bit of Epoxy there and add glitter.. just blend it in. 😊🥰
@@KristisCustomCreations awesome! Thank you so much!
You are so welcome! Please let me know if you have anymore questions! 🥰
@@KristisCustomCreations can I also ask how long you waited in between each top coat of epoxy?
I waited 4-5 hours 😊
I’m not great with YT, but where did you link all your supplies!! Gonna try this this weekend. I have most of the items!
There's a little drop down arrow under the video that shows you the description 😉 it's kinda hard to find. Thanks for watching!
@@KristisCustomCreations found it! Thank you!! Gonna try tomorrow!
@@acinom1081 You're very welcome!
How long after first quote of epoxy do you put the second?
About 4-6 hours depending on how warm your room is and how fast your epoxy dries 😊
Do these pens have the rubber grip on it? If so do you take it off or just spray paint over it? Epoxy doesn't stick to rubber/silicone
The grip stays on and I sand, paint then epoxy and glitter the pens with no problem. The grip doesn't pose a problem at all.
Thanks!! 😃
@@aherron275 welcome! 🥰
I just want to make sure but... you only lightly sand the edges right?
Yes ma'am 😊
Could we get a explanation or tutorial video on the crafting table .. I need get my husband on that right away ..possibly he could build another and make video
Have you seen this video where I did an overview of my table? I would like to try to get him to build another for tutorial purposes but that's gonna take a lot of sweet talking! HAHA czcams.com/video/8H04Kb47pYg/video.html
Beside the papermate inkjoy retractable gel pens what pen can be used!
Papermate Inkjoy is the only pen I've used so far because the clip on it can be easily removed. I'm sure if you could find any other pens that are similar you might could do it to those also. 🤷🏼♀️😊
My pencil is stuck? suggestions?
What could I use instead of the turner?
Anything that would keep the pen spinning so that the epoxy lays flat. I'm not really sure what you could use to spin it without a turner though.
So cool!! Where do you find the refills? I was asking a friend if she would buy one and she said can you refill them and I thought you could but I can not find them anywhere! I would like to be able to make them and sell them with a refill thought it might be more enticing that way... wdyt??
Thanks for the tutorial!!
Someone said they found refills on Amazon but I couldn't find them. If they want to refill them, they could simply take the ink from inside a plain inkjoy pen and put it in their pretty pen if they can't find the refills.
@@KristisCustomCreations oh cool! Thanks!
How long did you let the epoxy dry before adding a second coat or before taking it off
I let the first coat of epoxy dry for about 3 hours then added a second coat. Let the pens spin overnight then they were ready to go in the morning. 😊
@@KristisCustomCreations perfect thank you so much I’m making them tonight
You're very welcome! Please let me know if you have any other questions!
I think this video has long pens because it looks a little long
how many hours did you wait before adding the epoxy and did you have to spray them with sealer like the cups as well?
I waited about 5 hours or so. And yes, I made them exactly like I do the cups.
@@KristisCustomCreations thank you s o much
@@jenniferseamans3660 you're very welcome!
Is there a way to do this without a turner?
It would probably be difficult to do without a turner because you need the turner to spin the pen so that the epoxy lays smoothly.
What epoxy do you use? Do you think you could use a fast set on these?
I use multiple different epoxies but in this tutorial I used fast set for every step except the very last one. The last step I used Faux Rizzle UV. Other epoxies that I like to use are Tumblerpoxy, KS Liquidy Split UV, and StoneCoat Quick Coat (but not for final coat). I hope this helps!
Why did you use the uv for your final step and do you need a special light for it?
@@salon381 I didn't use UV resin for my final step.. I used Faux Rizzle UV Epoxy. It just means that it was UV inhibitors in it to keep it from yellowing, not that it's a UV resin. I'm sorry for the confusion.
So what if you want to keep the clip ?
You possibly could if you could figure out a way to tape it off but I think you would run in to an issue with getting the glitter and epoxy underneath the clip. I'm not sure how you could do it and keep the clip. 🤷🏼♀️
How long do you let them turn after each epoxy?
About 4 -6 hours
Do you need to turn It while the epoxy is drying? Could you just stand It up to dry? I don’t have anything that can turn the pens If I were to make some for myself
Yes ma'am, it would need to spin for at least 4-5 hours before being set up to finish drying. Another alternative would be to use UV resin which cures very quickly under a UV light
Hey! How long do you let them turn for?
Hey there! I let them turn for about 4-6 hours depending on how warm my room is
Can you use UV resin to make these?
I haven't tried UV resin on them but I don't think UV resin is self-leveling. I'm sure you can but you may run in to issues with the pens being really smooth. If you decide to try it, please let me know how it works out!
I have a dremel tool do you think that would work the same or better than hand sanding ?
Yes you could but be very careful.. it takes VERY light sanding on the pens. 😊
@@KristisCustomCreations thank you so much!!! 😃😃 I think these will be super fun for people who are return customer gifts ! I like to give freebies hahaha
@@justwingitkreationsbyleigh1301 Everyone just LOVES them!
I got the ink joy pens but I got the ball point one instead of the gel does it matter?
The ones with the clip that can be easily twisted off tend to work best because they are easy to take apart and spin
@@KristisCustomCreations thanks I don’t think the ball point ones will work the clip is bigger compared to the ink held ones, guess I have to buy the right ones lol
I think I rather do this then to use the pen molds for some reason when use the pen molds the ink doesn’t work
I've never used the pen molds but I'm kinda partial to doing it this way. 😉😊
I am very new at this and am looking into making pens. I am curious on the turner, is that something that is 100% necessary? I don’t have the supplies for that, is it only for certain epoxies because needing to be cured or..? Is there a way to do it without needing the turner?
A turner is very helpful if you are using a two part epoxy that takes hours to dry. You can actually do this with UV resin and a nail lamp or UV light. I will actually be putting a tutorial out this weekend showing how to make a pen using UV resin.. you can literally make a pen in an hour with the uv resin.
I must have gotten the wrong ink joy pens. The clicker part won’t come off at all it’s like it’s glued to the pen
Oh no! It sounds like it may be the wrong pens then. The clip on the correct ones comes off pretty easily
@@KristisCustomCreations there’s also a little nub attached on the bottom of the pen where the ink part slides out but won’t come off. Ingot the paper mate ink joy from target 🤷🏻♀️
@@Virginia89 are you part of our Facebook group yet? You could send me a picture of it there and I could help you out better that way. facebook.com/groups/epoxytumblersandpens/?ref=share
I have a question (if anyone can answer), when I read directions for Epoxy, they usually say “temperature need to be at least 70* when mixing epoxy” (or whatever temperature it is) but it doesn’t say that needs to be the temperature for it to cure/dry. Does the temp have to still be 70* or does the temp matter for it to cure/dry? Only wondering bc directions don’t say.
Epoxy likes warmer temperatures. So I would recommend keeping the temp 70° or higher while your cups are drying.
@@KristisCustomCreations I was just double checking. My house is an older house & it’s very drafty. I’m so scared to have Epoxy any near my kids bc I’ve seen people say it’s made them sick but I have an bathroom that we modified into more of a walk in closet/storage area, that has a window for ventilation (it’s also worth mentioning I live in the NW, so it’s cold. I was gonna do the epoxy in their. I can bring in a space heater if needed while they dry. I just want to make sure I’m prepared for everything ☺️. Thank you so much.
@@jessicamarsh9779 have you seen my video about the heat box that I made? It's perfect for colder areas and keeping the cups warm enough while they dry. the temperature really can make a big deal in the curing process. 😊
@@KristisCustomCreations Not yet. This was the first video I’ve watched. I just found you & I’m hooked ☺️. I’ll definitely go look for that video and watch. I’m actually making pens, like how tumblers are wrapped with fabric but pens instead. Hopefully I can try a few cups since I bought a cup turner & want to make sure I get my money’s worth out of it ☺️😉. My mom, sister, dad & husband are huge tumbler people, so I figured I could try tumblers and make them as gifts ☺️🤷🏽♀️
@@jessicamarsh9779 Thank you for watching and I hope my tutorials can continue to help you!!!
These are beautiful.. I found u on Tik Tok..
Thank you so much! 🥰 Thanks for watching!
@@KristisCustomCreations u are very welcome..
I was wondering if u could recommend an alternative to epoxy resin.. I have animals and small children.. thank you so much ☺️
@@jenniferscraftynook5626 epoxy is considered toxic until it's fully cured. It is recommended to wear PPE (personal protection equipment) when working with epoxy. I don't know anything about Crystalac (or however it is spelled) but it's my understanding that that is supposed to be non-toxic.
@@KristisCustomCreations thank you again.. I look forward to watching more of videos.. have a great day 💗
@@jenniferscraftynook5626 thank you so much! And you have a great day as well!
Why do my pens dry with dimples on them? Thank you in advance.
That would be fish eyes. What kind of epoxy did you use? There are lots of different things that could lead to fish eyes in your projects. try standing then putting another light layer of epoxy over it to try to fill in the fish eyes.
I have followed all the steps but when I get to the part of putting the pieces back in the silver clicker does not fit and I have been careful not go get epoxy in the barrel of the pen... what are your tips for this?
Make sure that you don't add too much heat when you are sanding off the clip and you can even try an exacto knife to get the nub from where the clip was versus the sandpaper. If you put too much heat on it when softening that nub from the clip, it can warp the pen and cause the guts of the pen to not slide back into place properly. I hope that makes sense.
@@KristisCustomCreations Yes Thank you. I am trying it with out heat now. So Cross Fingers!!!!! Thank you
You're very welcome! Please let me know if you have any other questions! 🥰
This happened to me I just did my first pens and I was freaking out why didn’t it fit inside again now I know. 😊
@@michelleruiz4386 I also found that you can insert a straw at the end of the clicker and it will keep the epoxy from doing down in the barrel and also it pulls away when the epoxy if dry and you can just trim it up!
About what size do you make the font to fit on the pens?
I make my font 1/2" x 4"
@@KristisCustomCreations awesome! Thanks for your quick response!
@@amandal0510 you're very welcome! 🥰
What kind of epoxy do you use?
I use both Tumblerpoxy and Faux Rizzle. They are both awesome epoxy brands.
What epoxy do you use?
I use both Tumblerpoxy and be Faux Rizzle. My favorite is the Tumblerpoxy.
Could you dip the pen inside the glitter?
Not sure I understand what you mean. 🤷🏼♀️
You wouldn't want to dip straight into the glitter at the risk of clumping and contaminating the container of glitter.
I have UV resin from a previous project I was attempting at and failed lol. Can I use that instead of epoxy? Or is my best bet to use the epoxy?
I honestly haven't ever used UV Resin but if you are able to cure it as the pen spins then you may possibly be able to use it. I've watched numerous videos on UV Resin but I enjoy working with regular epoxy so I never purchased any. If you do happen to try it, will you PLEASE let me know how it turns out? I would really like to know!
@@KristisCustomCreations of course!! Thank you for the reply ❤❤ now does it have to spin? Or can I just let it sit? First time doing this, sorry!!
Yes, it would need to spin for the epoxy (resin) to lay evenly. If you didn't spin it, the Epoxy would all gather down at one end. If you are using the UV resin, I would think that you could spin it by hand under the light since the light cures it super quick.
And don't apologize! Ask as many questions as you need!! That's how we all learn! 🥰
@@KristisCustomCreations okay, thank you so much for all the help!! And your pens turned out AMAZING! You did such a great job explaining everything ❤❤
Do you sand epoxy after the first coat?
I sand after the second coat
@@KristisCustomCreations do you apply another coat after sanding?
@@savannahcreel1270 yes, I apply epoxy after sanding the second coat. If you don't then it wouldn't be shiny. The third coat is my final coat and it makes them beautiful like glass
I love this tutorial! I’m so glad I stumbled on to your CZcams! Can you tell me what height and width the leopard print decal is?
Thanks for watching!!! I believe the leopard prints were 1.5"x2"