I was glad to see the part where you used a paint brush to apply the resin. I've been wondering if it could be done and how to clean the brush afterwards. Thank you!
Fantastic video tutorials. You stick with the subject and get the job done as well as include all necessary and alternative steps. So many tutorials out there for a variety of subject focus too much on the 'glitzy look at me more than the process' ....so annoying when you are trying to learn something. Thank you for your professionalism! I will be ordering your high quality products so my first attempts can be amazing! Thank you again! Sharlene from SYS
As always, another great Little Windows video. I can't tell you how excited I get every time my CZcams tells me I have another video by you. Thank you so much!!!
Thank You!!!! I don’t have to throw my project out! Although I was trying to cut corners… trying it with paper towel & got a small result, I tried it with a disposable handywipe, again small result, I tried it again with a plain cotton cloth still small results 🤔 I finally remembered you were using a microfiber cloth, that made ALL the difference 🤩
Wonderful! Please let her know about our resin project library, and that I'm here to help if she gets stuck along the way. www.little-windows.com/pages/new-project-ideas-and-how-tos fran@little-windows.com
Can micromesh work on pieces of resin that have details? I make little robots that are made with matte molds so now I want to bring the shine back..Thanks!
Thank you so much ❣️ just bought some. I have a very very precious resin ring with my dad's ashes in that has minor scratches, I didn't want to send it to the jeweller so have been looking for something safe xx
Hello @connirhoden7895, I'm so glad you're loving my videos! You'll find lots more resin tips in my IDEAS+HOW-TO's library, have a look: www.little-windows.com/pages/how-tos Let me know if I can be of help in any way :) fran@little-windows.com
was going to buy flitz polish at Amazon till you mentioned it on ur video, also if i'd known I would of bought the Bubble leveler, I also bought one at Amazon, but ur shop ships mighty fast, ty.
I just want to say I bought that polish, and it totally had the opposite effect of shining my resin pieces- it left a dull cloudy finish that essentially seems to have ruined my jewelry. It looks awful; I don't know why- it's the exac same one recommended here. it didn't work for me, so I thought I should warn others of that.
I'm sorry you had that experience, if you are interested in emailing a photo or two to fran@little-windows.com, I'll be happy to help you troubleshoot.
It was the same with me, I've tried it 10 different times with different techniques and it always gives me a cloudy look with a weird residue feeling on the pieces
You MUST use the Microfiber Cloth! I was trying it with paper towel & got a small result, I tried it with a disposable handywipe, again small result, I tried it again with a plain cotton cloth still small results 🤔 I finally remembered she was using a microfiber cloth, that made ALL the difference 🤩
Hi Tammy! Just following up, I've always found that clear nailpolish turns yellow pretty quick, have you found a brand that holds up over time? Thanks for your feedback :)
This was really helpful. I just bought some resin molds so i'm waiting for them to be shipped and I am not sure if they will produce shiny pieces like my silicone molds do. I just normally use the method that you showed in the second part of the video with mixing more resin. The polish would definitely save me using more product. Oh and GREAT tip about the nail polish remover, I'm always trying to think of ways to save money.
Thanks so much Pily!!! I love to share new discoveries and hope to take some of the pain of trial-and-error away from your process, so you can simply create! Very best wishes :) - Fran
Outstanding tutorIal! I loaded up my cart then realized ... I use UV resin. I've seen the comments and I will give the polish a go. Now the question is...will your clear moulds work with UV resin? TIA
Hi Vicki! Yes our clear molds work great with UV resin, but you'll have test out the polish as its performance will be based on the material you're polishing. Thanks for asking :)
Nice work there. 😍loved the crafts we can see in the beginning of the video !!!!! That's a great product for polishing . But for us who live in Europe and we cannot find this product? Maybe you have a tip for for polishing some foggy items? 🙏🏼thanks
Just curious if you can use these methods on large flat crystals in costume jewelry, to "erase" scratches and dings from the gem surface and restore brilliance, etc., or do you have better tips for that sort of item?
When you had one side taped and the other bare, before using the Flitz, the taped side would definiitely be shinier if the tape's sticky resin was removed. That really makes a difference.
Hi MJ, there wasn't any residue on these pieces. The entire piece was frosted, then the thick packing tape was applied. It peeled off pretty cleanly. In case you're interested it's Duck brand HP260, I use it for lots of things :)
can anyone offer me a bit of help? I'm using flitz polishing compound and microfiber polishing cloth, and I'm doing exactly what is done in this video, but my epoxy resin pieces are still extremely cloudy/frosted, even after 10 minutes or so of consistent polishing. I can't figure out what im doing wrong?
Hi Brandi, I'm not sure if you've solved this already, polishing requires a great deal of pressure so be sure you're really putting your weight behind it, if that doesn't work you can try the second technique featured in this video of brushing on a thin topcoat to shine your pieces right up again. Thanks for your patience, I hope you're having fun :)
Hello Michelle! I'm sorry to hear you had this result, remember it takes quite a bit of pressure while you rub to get a good shine. Beyond that your resin pieces must be completely cured - pieces that are too soft have a hard time being polished, and the type of resin you use can require a different approach. If you'd like me to help you troubleshoot just email a photo or two to fran@little-windows.com and I'll be happy to advise :)
Hi LittleWindowsResin! I was wondering if the Flitz polish had been tried on polymer clay pieces to polish them in conjunction with sanding. I am looking for a safe polish to get my polymer clay pieces shiny. Thanks so much for your excellent videos! I learn so much about resin from you and your products are great! ❤
Hello Michelle! I just did a test to see how it would work, and while it does give the polymer clay a bit more luster, it also rubs some of the color/clay off on the polishing cloth, so I'm not sure this is the best option. If you email me at fran@little-windows.com, I'll be happy to send you photos of my results so you can see how it worked. Maybe more extensive testing by a better polymer artist is called for. Have you tried coating your polymer pieces with a thin layer of resin?
Okay, the recast resin, is alot better in my opionion, I will buy it from you soon from uk. - question, I am sanding alot, but still see alooot of scratches, what do I do to fix that ? - I use a drill with sanding pads, and after do it all by hand, but still scratches.
Hello! Sorry for the delay, if you're still having issues I'm happy to help, just email a photo or 2 to fran@little-windows.com so I can see what you're dealing with :)
So sorry! We had a better response than expected and were out of stock for a little bit, but we've got it now, here's a link, and a discount code you can use for 10% OFF in thanks for your patience: www.little-windows.com/collections/adhesives/products/resin-polish-kit-the-safe-polish LW1017
Hi Nika! I'm happy to help if you can email a photo or 2 to fran@little-windows.com so I can see the state of your piece, we can go from there to find a solution. Thanks for your feedback :) fran@little-windows.com
Hi Grace! If I understand your question correctly and all of your resin is clear, it shouldn't dim or dull the color at all. I hope that helps, I'd love to see your creations!
Question for anyone that has used this method: I am looking to sell my jewellery, will the shine last, or will buyers have to polish regularly to keep it shiny?
Hello JumpinJacks! In this tutorial I'm working with pieces that were either cast in non-shiny molds, or which have gotten scratched up over time. Once polished/recoated, the shine should last unless your customer damages the piece in some way. The shine does not rub off, but anything made with resin is vulnerable to scratching, and can also develop a dull surface if harsh chemicals such as perfume, self-tanners, etc, get on the piece and are not cleaned off right away. They can be cleaned with warm water and dish soap, with fingers or a soft piece of wet material if needed. I hope that helps :) fran@little-windows.com
Great video. Looks simple enough to try this at home. :) I have a question, noting that there are references in the comments about there being different types of resin. Would you recommend the polishing technique using Flitz for a resin Chanel bangle bracelet? Thank you.
Hello Phoebe, sorry for the delay. IS your bangle black gloss or white gloss or another color? I believe you'd have luck with them all, but the black glossy finish is more likely to still show marks. Have you tried this already? feel free to email me fran@little-windows.com
Thanks Tahlia! I typically don't sand before polishing, but I do sand if I plan to add another layer of resin, as show in the second part of this tutorial, to give the new resin something to hold onto. Hope that helps :)
Thank you ! I just finished a resin tray for a gift and was crushed to see a haze on the top of it. This helped some but I'm wondering if it is due to the poor quality of the resin ?
Hello! That could be the case, or if it's particularly humid where you're working that could cause trouble too. If you'd like more info email to fran@little-windows.com and I'll be happy to help you troubleshoot. Keep creating :)
I use polyester resin but the surface doesn't come out as shiny as I'd like. Can I put a coat of epoxy resin or UV resin over it to make it more shiny? If so which would u recommend?
Hello! Yes you can, and I believe epoxy like our Brilliant Resin would bond better, but I'd advise doing a test first to make sure that the layers stick, with and without sanding between. Let me know if I can be of help in any other way :) fran@little-windows.com
Hi Grace, thanks so much for your feedback! In about 2 weeks we'll be selling those small flat pointed brushes at www.little-windows.com, keep an eye on our e-newsletter, that's where I'll announce their availability :)
Hi Devon! I don't because it usually only happens when the pieces get abraded, scratched up from being in a pocket or packed with sharp things, or if harsh chemicals get on the surfaces. I provide a "Caring for your Resin Jewelry" note with everything, which is similar to the way you'd want to treat pearls - last on, first off, be gentle, etc. I hope that's of help :)
Hello Maggie! Thanks so much I love that one too, and any that have a contrast in the shiny/matte texture. I found that mold at an art show, they had the mold and a glass button in the same shape. I think they made the mold using the button and silicone putty. Have you tried that before? Have fun creating :) - Fran
So are only certain resins able to do the technique you did at the end, with brushing it on a piece? I ask because I tried this with a resin I got from michaels and the resin would reseed from the edges or bead up when brushed onto another resin piece. And these were flat pieces to boot @_@
Hello! Yes, each resin type/formula has different properties, one may be perfect for casting but not work well in thin layers, etc. Our Brilliant Resin is quite versatile, so it's great for casting, doming, layering, and 1-coat varnishing too. If you'd like to send me a photo or two of your project so I can see just what happened, I may be able to provide more detailed insight. You can email fran@little-windows.com Thanks for asking :)
PBakerJr you want to lightly sand your resin surface with fine grit sandpaper, and wipe it down with isopropyl alcohol. Then I’d apply your second layer of resin
Hello Lauren! Yes, all epoxy resins will begin to discolor over time. Our Brilliant Resin is quite resistant to discoloration, so I think you'll be happier with your results. If you have any specific questions or concerns, email me with a photo of your piece and I'll be happy to help :) - Fran
Hello Kim, sorry for the delay but no, stickiness is something else all together and trying to polish it will only make things worse. If you would like to send me a photo of your piece and a bit more info about what's going wrong I'll be happy to advise. fran@little-windows.com
What am I doing wrong with the polish? I have the cloth and the polish you are using here and I’m using the same technique you are. I see no difference in my pieces. 💔 Does it needs to be washed or done multiple times??
Hello Tristyn! Sorry you're not having luck so far, I'll be happy to help. Can you send a photo of one of your pieces so I can best advise: fran@little-windows.com
Hello Valerie, sorry for the late reply. You can test it out but I've found it works best on epoxy resin. It'll depend on the hardness of the cured UV, which varies by brand. I hope you find a solution to save your piece :) -Fran
7 years and still valuable content fresh as today ❤ Thanks
Aww thanks! So glad you're a fan :)
- Fran
Cannot thank you enough for this tip! Using Flitz really changed my game & now I am no longer discouraged with my craft!! Thank you so much!!
I was glad to see the part where you used a paint brush to apply the resin. I've been wondering if it could be done and how to clean the brush afterwards. Thank you!
I deeply appreciate the scratches demonstration! Thank you!
I am a polymer clay & seed bead artist but your tutorial on resin are fascinating and I may have to start a new hobby great tutorial 👍
Fantastic video tutorials. You stick with the subject and get the job done as well as include all necessary and alternative steps. So many tutorials out there for a variety of subject focus too much on the 'glitzy look at me more than the process' ....so annoying when you are trying to learn something. Thank you for your professionalism! I will be ordering your high quality products so my first attempts can be amazing! Thank you again! Sharlene from SYS
Amazing product. Just ordered the polish which gives the resin an incredible shine, much better than the novus 2 scratch remover.
As always, another great Little Windows video. I can't tell you how excited I get every time my CZcams tells me I have another video by you. Thank you so much!!!
Oh how I love you Miss Huff! Thanks for being you :) - Fran
I am SO HAPPY you made this video!!!!
THANK YOU SO MUCH for making my life less stressful. 🥰🤗🙏🏻
Thank You!!!! I don’t have to throw my project out! Although I was trying to cut corners… trying it with paper towel & got a small result, I tried it with a disposable handywipe, again small result, I tried it again with a plain cotton cloth still small results 🤔 I finally remembered you were using a microfiber cloth, that made ALL the difference 🤩
Jewelers’ rouge also does a good job of polishing.
Thank you! I just ordered this product for my teenage daughter who is loving making all things resin! ❤
Wonderful! Please let her know about our resin project library, and that I'm here to help if she gets stuck along the way.
www.little-windows.com/pages/new-project-ideas-and-how-tos
fran@little-windows.com
Thank you SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO. I just bought this product. Saved me hours of having to sand
Glad I could help!
I absolutely love the effect on the heart to have one dull side and one shiny.,
So glad you like that effect!! Keep creating :)
Good suggestions. You can also just bypass all that and get water and micromesh.
Can micromesh work on pieces of resin that have details? I make little robots that are made with matte molds so now I want to bring the shine back..Thanks!
Thank hou very much! I ordered some Flitz! Hopefully the clouds will flitz away from the resin.
Thank you so much ❣️ just bought some. I have a very very precious resin ring with my dad's ashes in that has minor scratches, I didn't want to send it to the jeweller so have been looking for something safe xx
It is very good for the guidelines. Thanks a lot 🙏. GOD bless.
I love your videos, and also supplies from your store. I respect your high quality work. Thank you so much for inspiration and helping
Thanks for your feedback, I'm so glad you're loving little-windows.com!
You are a wonderful teacher thank you I am learning a lot
Hello @connirhoden7895, I'm so glad you're loving my videos!
You'll find lots more resin tips in my IDEAS+HOW-TO's library, have a look: www.little-windows.com/pages/how-tos
Let me know if I can be of help in any way :)
fran@little-windows.com
love this
, perfect for a gift
Your videos are always so helpful. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much the coating with resin idea saved the day!
was going to buy flitz polish at Amazon till you mentioned it on ur video, also if i'd known I would of bought the Bubble leveler, I also bought one at Amazon, but ur shop ships mighty fast, ty.
Thank u sooo much for ur Great Tutorials !!!! Love the way u explain with demo👍🏾.
I just want to say I bought that polish, and it totally had the opposite effect of shining my resin pieces- it left a dull cloudy finish that essentially seems to have ruined my jewelry. It looks awful; I don't know why- it's the exac same one recommended here. it didn't work for me, so I thought I should warn others of that.
I'm sorry you had that experience, if you are interested in emailing a photo or two to fran@little-windows.com, I'll be happy to help you troubleshoot.
It was the same with me, I've tried it 10 different times with different techniques and it always gives me a cloudy look with a weird residue feeling on the pieces
You MUST use the Microfiber Cloth! I was trying it with paper towel & got a small result, I tried it with a disposable handywipe, again small result, I tried it again with a plain cotton cloth still small results 🤔 I finally remembered she was using a microfiber cloth, that made ALL the difference 🤩
Thank you. This is EXACTLY what I was looking for!
Thank you. Enjoyed your tutorial.
Clear nail polish works great too, easy, brush on and let dry
Hi Tammy! Just following up, I've always found that clear nailpolish turns yellow pretty quick, have you found a brand that holds up over time? Thanks for your feedback :)
@@LittleWindowsResin I've found that opi holds up pretty well over time
@@tammyrenkowic2017 Thanks Tammy!
Might come in handy for repairing CDs too.
love this ! this could really help shorten the time in making our pieces!
Thanks! I'd love to hear how these techniques help you in future, any feedback is welcome :)
What kind of resin are you using? Keen to know if this free pouring method would work with Polyester. Thanks!
Love your video very informative for those with MCS/Allergies tfs blessings.
Thank you SO much for sharing this information!! 💗
This was really helpful. I just bought some resin molds so i'm waiting for them to be shipped and I am not sure if they will produce shiny pieces like my silicone molds do. I just normally use the method that you showed in the second part of the video with mixing more resin. The polish would definitely save me using more product. Oh and GREAT tip about the nail polish remover, I'm always trying to think of ways to save money.
I love Flitz it's a great polish!
Very well explained! I‘m still learning working with resin and this helped me a lot! Thank you!
Hi Jenny, Have you tried it? Looking forward to your feedback!
Thank you so much for this video!!!! 💛💛💛
This was a very helpful video!
This is a godsend
Very helpful! Thank you!
Thank for doing this
I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!. They are very informative and you are very good at it
Thanks so much Pily!!! I love to share new discoveries and hope to take some of the pain of trial-and-error away from your process, so you can simply create! Very best wishes :)
- Fran
Very well done and informative video. I'll be trying out both methods. Thanks!
Thank you Nita! Please let me know what works best for you :)
Thank you so much for this video found it very helpful! Subscribed to your Channel... Liz 😊
Wonderful! Have lots of fun creating, and let me know if I can be of help along the way :)
fran@little-windows.com
@@LittleWindowsResin Thank you so much! 😊
Great info
Great video, thank you for the tips! Heading to your website to order some supplies now!
Thanks Michele! Have lots of fun and let me know if I can help in any way :) - Fran
Thank you Fran!
This has been so helpful, thank you!
You're so welcome!
Thank you! thank you! This is very helpful.
This is what I needed!!!!
Outstanding tutorIal! I loaded up my cart then realized ... I use UV resin. I've seen the comments and I will give the polish a go. Now the question is...will your clear moulds work with UV resin? TIA
Hi Vicki! Yes our clear molds work great with UV resin, but you'll have test out the polish as its performance will be based on the material you're polishing. Thanks for asking :)
Thank you very much!!!!!! 😍😍😘😘👍👍
Excellent tutorial. Very helpful. Thank you for sharing.
You're very welcome, and thank you for your feedback :) - Fran
Excellent 👍😍
Polish resin
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excellent video and explanation!!!!! thank you so much for sharing!!!
Thank you for a very useful video!
Glad it was helpful!
You probably ended up with enough polish on your cloth that you probably didn’t need to use any MORE polish.
Wow thank you! This was very very helpful!😊
You're so welcome!
👍👍👍👍Nice, thank you
Nice work there. 😍loved the crafts we can see in the beginning of the video !!!!! That's a great product for polishing . But for us who live in Europe and we cannot find this product? Maybe you have a tip for for polishing some foggy items? 🙏🏼thanks
Just curious if you can use these methods on large flat crystals in costume jewelry, to "erase" scratches and dings from the gem surface and restore brilliance, etc., or do you have better tips for that sort of item?
Hello! I'm not sure, it'll depend on how hard the surface is, if it's glass or some sort of plastic. It's worth experimenting I think :)
Toothpaste and a bette rgrade of microfibre will do the job just fine.Scotch brite high performance cloths are great.
Is there a particular kind of toothpaste that works better than others?
Great video. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Wow cool!!
Great video
When you had one side taped and the other bare, before using the Flitz, the taped side would definiitely be shinier if the tape's sticky resin was removed. That really makes a difference.
Hi MJ, there wasn't any residue on these pieces. The entire piece was frosted, then the thick packing tape was applied. It peeled off pretty cleanly. In case you're interested it's Duck brand HP260, I use it for lots of things :)
can anyone offer me a bit of help? I'm using flitz polishing compound and microfiber polishing cloth, and I'm doing exactly what is done in this video, but my epoxy resin pieces are still extremely cloudy/frosted, even after 10 minutes or so of consistent polishing. I can't figure out what im doing wrong?
Epoxy resin won’t withstand the heat produced by a polishing wheel and will turn cloudy on the surface.)
Hi Brandi, I'm not sure if you've solved this already, polishing requires a great deal of pressure so be sure you're really putting your weight behind it, if that doesn't work you can try the second technique featured in this video of brushing on a thin topcoat to shine your pieces right up again. Thanks for your patience, I hope you're having fun :)
i use "T-cut" as you would for your car works a treat
this is a really great video, but i have no idea why this is in a civilization 5 soundtrack playlist.
Watching this and thinking it might help to place the cloth in and embroidery hoop
Oooh, what an interesting thought! Sorry for the delayed reply, I appreciate your idea and plan to give it a try :)
Mine became very matte after using this product
Hello Michelle! I'm sorry to hear you had this result, remember it takes quite a bit of pressure while you rub to get a good shine. Beyond that your resin pieces must be completely cured - pieces that are too soft have a hard time being polished, and the type of resin you use can require a different approach. If you'd like me to help you troubleshoot just email a photo or two to fran@little-windows.com and I'll be happy to advise :)
Hi! I was wondering if the polish works with any type of resin.
Hi LittleWindowsResin! I was wondering if the Flitz polish had been tried on polymer clay pieces to polish them in conjunction with sanding. I am looking for a safe polish to get my polymer clay pieces shiny. Thanks so much for your excellent videos! I learn so much about resin from you and your products are great! ❤
Hello Michelle! I just did a test to see how it would work, and while it does give the polymer clay a bit more luster, it also rubs some of the color/clay off on the polishing cloth, so I'm not sure this is the best option. If you email me at fran@little-windows.com, I'll be happy to send you photos of my results so you can see how it worked. Maybe more extensive testing by a better polymer artist is called for. Have you tried coating your polymer pieces with a thin layer of resin?
LittleWindowsResin thank you so much! ❤️ I will be emailing you for those pictures.
Okay, the recast resin, is alot better in my opionion, I will buy it from you soon from uk. - question, I am sanding alot, but still see alooot of scratches, what do I do to fix that ? - I use a drill with sanding pads, and after do it all by hand, but still scratches.
Hello! Sorry for the delay, if you're still having issues I'm happy to help, just email a photo or 2 to fran@little-windows.com so I can see what you're dealing with :)
I didn't see the polish on your site. i am not sure i looked in the right place. thank you!
So sorry! We had a better response than expected and were out of stock for a little bit, but we've got it now, here's a link, and a discount code you can use for 10% OFF in thanks for your patience:
www.little-windows.com/collections/adhesives/products/resin-polish-kit-the-safe-polish
LW1017
I can’t figure out what I’m doing wrong. I sanded my piece down, applied the polish, and it ended up even cloudier than before, even after rinsing.
Hi Nika! I'm happy to help if you can email a photo or 2 to fran@little-windows.com so I can see the state of your piece, we can go from there to find a solution. Thanks for your feedback :) fran@little-windows.com
this is so helpful! can you do a video of setting hair (like pet hair) into resin? thank you
Why would you put pet hair into your resin? XD That’s what everyone tries to avoid
@@glowstonestarzaj4922 pet memorial
I use a small hand drill with a polish pad and nothing else
If the resin you are using has clear color and you put a clear non pigmented cote over it to shine it will it lose some pigmentation? Great video btw!
Hi Grace! If I understand your question correctly and all of your resin is clear, it shouldn't dim or dull the color at all. I hope that helps, I'd love to see your creations!
Thanks
Question for anyone that has used this method: I am looking to sell my jewellery, will the shine last, or will buyers have to polish regularly to keep it shiny?
Hello JumpinJacks! In this tutorial I'm working with pieces that were either cast in non-shiny molds, or which have gotten scratched up over time. Once polished/recoated, the shine should last unless your customer damages the piece in some way.
The shine does not rub off, but anything made with resin is vulnerable to scratching, and can also develop a dull surface if harsh chemicals such as perfume, self-tanners, etc, get on the piece and are not cleaned off right away. They can be cleaned with warm water and dish soap, with fingers or a soft piece of wet material if needed.
I hope that helps :)
fran@little-windows.com
@@LittleWindowsResin thank you!
Great video. Looks simple enough to try this at home. :) I have a question, noting that there are references in the comments about there being different types of resin. Would you recommend the polishing technique using Flitz for a resin Chanel bangle bracelet? Thank you.
Hello Phoebe, sorry for the delay. IS your bangle black gloss or white gloss or another color? I believe you'd have luck with them all, but the black glossy finish is more likely to still show marks. Have you tried this already? feel free to email me fran@little-windows.com
What a great tutorial. Did you sand them before you polished them?
Thanks Tahlia! I typically don't sand before polishing, but I do sand if I plan to add another layer of resin, as show in the second part of this tutorial, to give the new resin something to hold onto. Hope that helps :)
Thank you ! I just finished a resin tray for a gift and was crushed to see a haze on the top of it. This helped some but I'm wondering if it is due to the poor quality of the resin ?
Hello! That could be the case, or if it's particularly humid where you're working that could cause trouble too. If you'd like more info email to fran@little-windows.com and I'll be happy to help you troubleshoot. Keep creating :)
I use polyester resin but the surface doesn't come out as shiny as I'd like. Can I put a coat of epoxy resin or UV resin over it to make it more shiny? If so which would u recommend?
Hello! Yes you can, and I believe epoxy like our Brilliant Resin would bond better, but I'd advise doing a test first to make sure that the layers stick, with and without sanding between. Let me know if I can be of help in any other way :) fran@little-windows.com
thank you Fran helpful video :) by the way, could you kindly please share the link to buy the disposable brush you used in the video?
Hi Grace, thanks so much for your feedback! In about 2 weeks we'll be selling those small flat pointed brushes at www.little-windows.com, keep an eye on our e-newsletter, that's where I'll announce their availability :)
Do you tell clients you are making stuff for that they may need to polish down the line? Especially for jewelry
Hi Devon! I don't because it usually only happens when the pieces get abraded, scratched up from being in a pocket or packed with sharp things, or if harsh chemicals get on the surfaces.
I provide a "Caring for your Resin Jewelry" note with everything, which is similar to the way you'd want to treat pearls - last on, first off, be gentle, etc. I hope that's of help :)
I really like what you did with the resin on the dragonfly 👌🏼💕 Do you make your own molds? Do you make custom molds for others?
Hello Maggie! Thanks so much I love that one too, and any that have a contrast in the shiny/matte texture. I found that mold at an art show, they had the mold and a glass button in the same shape.
I think they made the mold using the button and silicone putty. Have you tried that before? Have fun creating :) - Fran
I have, yes, but not very good results 🤷🏼♀️
Can you sand the piece with imperfections and then put the polish cream?
Yes you can, but you'll need to sand progressively up to about a 1000 grit+ for the polish to work.
I hope that's of help :)
- fran@little-windows.com
So are only certain resins able to do the technique you did at the end, with brushing it on a piece? I ask because I tried this with a resin I got from michaels and the resin would reseed from the edges or bead up when brushed onto another resin piece. And these were flat pieces to boot @_@
Hello! Yes, each resin type/formula has different properties, one may be perfect for casting but not work well in thin layers, etc. Our Brilliant Resin is quite versatile, so it's great for casting, doming, layering, and 1-coat varnishing too. If you'd like to send me a photo or two of your project so I can see just what happened, I may be able to provide more detailed insight. You can email fran@little-windows.com Thanks for asking :)
PBakerJr you want to lightly sand your resin surface with fine grit sandpaper, and wipe it down with isopropyl alcohol. Then I’d apply your second layer of resin
can you tell me what type of resin you are using? fiberglass or epoxy resin? Thank you.
Great video! Sorry if this has already been asked and answered but is the fingernail polish remover with or without acetone or does it matter?
Acetone is best, but be sure you're working in fresh air as that's not great to inhale :)
so could I polish my resin charms instead of doming the top?
Will this polish also work as a sealer in case I do it on gilded edges of a project where I have used leaf paint?
Looks great, I will for sure try it.... but doesn’t the tape leave residue ?
Depends on the tape you use, but if it does you can use acetone to remove it :)
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Any tips on keeping resin from browning with age? I cast a couple of bugs with plants but over time they’ve turned 😢
Hello Lauren! Yes, all epoxy resins will begin to discolor over time. Our Brilliant Resin is quite resistant to discoloration, so I think you'll be happier with your results. If you have any specific questions or concerns, email me with a photo of your piece and I'll be happy to help :)
- Fran
not a true comparison as the tape has left a murky film on the unpolished side. rather obvious
Is this good if the resin or epoxy is sticky? Will it remove the stickiness?
Hello Kim, sorry for the delay but no, stickiness is something else all together and trying to polish it will only make things worse. If you would like to send me a photo of your piece and a bit more info about what's going wrong I'll be happy to advise.
fran@little-windows.com
What am I doing wrong with the polish? I have the cloth and the polish you are using here and I’m using the same technique you are. I see no difference in my pieces. 💔 Does it needs to be washed or done multiple times??
Hello Tristyn! Sorry you're not having luck so far, I'll be happy to help. Can you send a photo of one of your pieces so I can best advise: fran@little-windows.com
Can you use the Flitz on UV resin? I had to sand a little bit where the resin spilled and now that area isn't as glossy/shiny as the rest.
Hello Valerie, sorry for the late reply. You can test it out but I've found it works best on epoxy resin. It'll depend on the hardness of the cured UV, which varies by brand. I hope you find a solution to save your piece :)
-Fran