Description
Create unique and beautiful resin geode coasters that add a pop of color to your home and serve as thoughtful gifts.
Ingredients
- Epoxy resin (two-part)
- Resin hardener
- Measuring cups
- Mixing sticks
- Silicone coaster molds
- Alcohol inks (various colors)
- Gold or silver leaf (optional)
- Gloves
- Plastic drop cloth or newspaper
- Heat gun or torch
- Optional: glitter for added sparkle
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing a clean, flat area and covering it with a plastic drop cloth or newspaper. Wear gloves for protection.
- Measure equal parts of the epoxy resin and hardener according to the product instructions and mix thoroughly for about 3-5 minutes.
- Divide the mixed resin into smaller cups and add several drops of alcohol ink for desired colors. (Optional) Add glitter for sparkle.
- Slowly pour the colored resins into silicone molds, layering them to create a geode effect.
- If desired, lay pieces of gold or silver leaf into the resin before it starts to cure.
- Use a heat gun or torch to pop any bubbles that have formed on the surface.
- Let the coasters cure for about 24 hours until fully hardened, then carefully remove them from the molds.
Notes
Experiment with different color combinations and layering techniques. You can also incorporate dried flowers or stones for added personalization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 coaster
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg