Metallic Resin Coasters
A fun and creative family project to make stunning metallic resin coasters at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 4 coasters
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
- Epoxy resin kit
- Silicone molds
- Mixing cups
- Stir sticks
- Metallic pigments
- Gloves
- Drop cloths/newspapers
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace: Lay out your drop cloths or newspapers on a flat surface and ensure good ventilation.
- Measure the resin components: Measure equal parts of resin and hardener using mixing cups.
- Mix thoroughly: Stir the mixture for about 3 to 5 minutes until combined.
- Add pigments: Pour some resin into cups and add metallic pigments, stirring until uniform.
- Pour into molds: Slowly pour the colored resin into silicone molds, avoiding spills.
- Finishing touches: Use a stick to mix colors within the molds for patterns.
- Let it cure: Follow the curing instructions for 24–72 hours, keeping molds undisturbed.
- Demold and finish: Once cured, gently peel out the coasters and smooth rough edges if necessary.
Notes
Ensure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the resin kit and work in a well-ventilated area.
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