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Explore deep-pour epoxy, table-top finishing, resin art, mold making & more — practical guides for beginners and pros.
By Venice Jakes · Oct 7, 2025
Deep pour epoxy is the key to crystal-clear river tables and thick castings—but not all resins can handle deep pours without cracking or overheating. This guide breaks down exactly how to choose the right deep pour epoxy, how thick you can safely pour, and how to get flawless, bubble-free results every time.
By Venice Jakes · Oct 4, 2025
Black epoxy resin has become a favorite in modern furniture design for its bold contrast, durability, and sleek finish. From river tables to bar tops, it turns wood imperfections into art while adding strength and shine. Learn why designers and DIY makers alike love black epoxy, how it compares to other materials, and how to care for your own resin furniture.
By Jakespan · Dec 13, 2024
Clear epoxy resin has transformed modern woodworking and mixed-material projects, especially in designs that blend natural wood with metal or feature dramatic river-table pours. Its ability to bond securely, level beautifully, and cure to a glass-like finish makes it one of the most versatile materials in the maker’s toolkit. Whether you're building furniture, refining home décor pieces, or crafting functional art, clear epoxy resin elevates raw materials into polished, long-lasting creations. Key Takeaways Clear epoxy resin enhances both the beauty and durability of wood—ideal for river tables, edge fills, and mixed wood–metal designs. Good surface prep (cleaning, sanding, sealing) is...
By Jakespan · Nov 28, 2024
A river-style epoxy resin table top blends natural wood with flowing, glass-like resin to create a stunning, modern centerpiece. With the right tools, materials, and step-by-step preparation, even beginners can craft a durable, polished table that looks like functional art. This guide walks you through everything you need to know — from selecting wood to pouring resin — so you can confidently build your own custom epoxy masterpiece.
By Venice Jakes · Nov 27, 2025
Epoxy resin crafting is easier than it looks. This beginner-friendly guide walks through simple projects, troubleshooting tips, and what to know before trying thicker “river-style” pours at home. Perfect for DIY lovers and creative families.
By Venice Jakes · Oct 15, 2025
Discover how the Bond Craftor Squishy Kit turns stress into creativity. Mix, mold, and make your own soft stress-relief toy—perfect for kids, students, and adults alike.
By Venice Jakes · Oct 2, 2025
Ever wondered if resin crafts are as easy as they look on TikTok? With the right epoxy resin kit, even beginners can create glossy coasters, pendants, and keychains that look store-bought. This guide breaks down what epoxy resin is, the tools you actually need, beginner-friendly projects, and the common mistakes to avoid so you can start crafting with confidence.
By Venice Jakes · Oct 4, 2025
Want to try resin crafting but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly guide walks you through every step—from setup and safety to measuring, mixing, and curing—with a ready-to-use epoxy resin kit. Learn how to avoid sticky mistakes, fix common issues, and create your first glossy coasters, pendants, or keychains with confidence.
By Venice Jakes · Nov 17, 2025
The Truth Behind Those Perfect Resin Videos We’ve all seen them — those hypnotic resin-pouring clips where liquid glass turns solid in seconds, flawless and silent.What they never show is the part after filming: the sticky spills, the wasted batches, the quiet “maybe I’m not cut out for this.” If that hesitation sounds familiar, you’re in good company. Most people love the idea of resin art but freeze at the thought of messing it up or wasting supplies. The funny thing? It’s not you. It’s the material.Resin can be surprisingly unforgiving — ratios, curing times, temperatures. But once you start...
By JakesVenice · Aug 13, 2025
Epoxy resin has become a popular choice for upgrading table tops thanks to its ability to create a durable, crystal-clear, and highly glossy finish. Whether you're refinishing an old table, restoring a piece of furniture, or creating a new one from scratch, applying epoxy resin can completely transform the look of your table. In this guide, we'll walk you through every step of the process to ensure your table top is smooth, bubble-free, and stunning.
By JakesVenice · Aug 12, 2025
Working with epoxy resin molds can be incredibly rewarding, allowing you to create jewelry, coasters, trays, and other artistic pieces with a professional finish. However, nothing is more frustrating than trying to release your cured resin only to find it sticking, tearing, or leaving residue behind. Proper mold release techniques can make all the difference between a flawless piece and a ruined project. In this guide, we’ll explore the best practices to ensure your epoxy resin molds release cleanly every time.
By JakesVenice · Aug 11, 2025
Epoxy resin wood tables have taken the woodworking and interior design world by storm in recent years. From eye-catching river tables to rustic live-edge pieces, they combine the warmth of natural wood with the sleek, glossy look of resin to create statement furniture for homes, offices, and restaurants. While the finished product can be breathtaking, the journey to get there is full of potential pitfalls. A single oversight—whether in material choice, mixing ratios, or finishing—can mean wasted time, costly materials, and disappointing results. Understanding these common mistakes is the first step toward building a table that is not only beautiful...