How to Make Resin Paperweight with Found Objects

Step-by-Step Instructions

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   Prepare Your Workspace and Yourself: Put on your gloves to protect your hands. Ensure you are working in a well-ventilated area.

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   Read Your Resin Kit Instructions: Carefully read the entire instructions provided with your 2-part epoxy resin kit. Pay close attention to mixing ratios, working time, and curing time.

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   Prepare Your Found Objects: Ensure your chosen small found objects are clean, dry, and free of any dust or debris.

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   Measure Resin Components: Measure equal amounts of Part A and Part B of the resin into separate, clean mixing cups, strictly following the ratios specified in your kit's instructions.

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   Combine and Mix Resin: Pour both measured parts of the resin into a single clean mixing cup. Stir the resin mixture gently but thoroughly with a stir stick for the amount of time recommended in the kit's instructions. Ensure there are no streaks and that the mixture is uniform.

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   Allow Resin to Degas: Let the stirred resin sit undisturbed for a few minutes (as recommended by your kit) to allow air bubbles to rise to the surface.

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   Arrange Objects in Mold: Carefully arrange your chosen found objects inside the silicone mold.

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   Pour First Resin Layer: Carefully pour a thin layer of the mixed resin into the bottom of the mold, ensuring it covers the base and slightly submerges the objects.

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   Submerge Objects: Gently press down on the objects with a stir stick to ensure they are fully submerged in the resin and to help release any trapped air bubbles.

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    Fill the Mold: If needed, add more resin to fill the mold completely, ensuring all objects are covered. Avoid overfilling.

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    Cure the Resin: Allow the resin to cure undisturbed in a level, dust-free environment for the time specified in the resin kit's instructions (usually 24-72 hours).

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    Demold Your Paperweight: Once fully cured and hard to the touch, carefully remove the resin paperweight from the silicone mold.

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