Creative Resin

Resin can be manipulated into any shape you desire and can be coloured in many beautiful ways. It allows you to capture botanical elements at their very best forever, or to commemorate special moments by perfectly preserving sentimental objects. Once used almost exclusively industrially, its rise in popularity over the last few years has seen the development of many types of resin tailored specifically for the crafting market. Working with resinwill require some patience, yet it is extremely therapeutic and I am delighted to be able to introduce you to its creative possibilities.Once I had discovered resin, I quickly became obsessed with the myriad ways in which it can be used. There is such a fantastic range of supplies on the market now to support this up-and-coming craft, from moulds of any shape you can imagine, to pigments and glitters in all the colours of the rainbow, and so much more. There are so many ways in which you can manipulate resin to create beautiful accessories, including jewellery, keepsakes, homewares and more besides.In this book I will teach you all about the different kinds of resin available and what they're used for. We'll explore the wonderful world of moulds, discover ways to colour resin, and identify insertions that can make your creations really special. You'll learn how to mix and pour resin to achieve the very best results, and how to avoid unsightly bubbles or de-moulding disasters. There are useful extras too, including how to dry flowers, how to finish jewellery to a professional standard, and how to make a custom-made mould to enable you to turn the ideas you dream about into tangible pieces.It is my hope that the techniques you learn in this book will encourage you to take things even further, especially when it comes to mould making! Whether you're learning how to use resin as a hobby or as a business, it is important to remember to trust and enjoy the process.Be sure to treat the resin with respect - you are working with

Mia Winston-Hart is a UK based maker who creates a wide range of resin jewellery and accessories. She's the presenter of a successful online resin course and sells her products on Etsy. She is also an ambassador for the resin company, Resin8.