Kathie Murphy explains how polyester resin, a liquid plastic can be utilised in the making of jewellery. The history of plastic is discussed, as are the various types of resin and their uses. Storage and health and safety issues are also encompassed.
Resin jewellery first started in the US around 6 years ago and has now become one of the fastest-growing trends in jewellery making. The technique is very simple - you simply mix the two-part resin together and pour into a bezel or pendant. Rings, pendants, brooches, cufflinks, hairpins and bracelets are all easy to make and look incredibly professional when done.In this inspiring book, well-known crafter Sara Naumann shows you just how easy and quick resin jewellery is to make, using minimal equipment and readily available products, and provides over 50 fabulous projects for you to try. You can add numerous items to the resin to achieve different effects. You can place paper in the bezels to act as a background to the resin - such as old book paper, map paper, scrapbook paper and photographs. Paper can also be painted, stencilled, or layered with washi tape before being coated with resin. Try sheet music for a vintage vibe, or origami papers for a fresh, contemporary look.In addition, you can also immerse various items in the resin before it cures, such as dried flowers and leaves, feathers, shells, beads and charms, or try adding glitter, coloured inks, nail polish and virtually anything else you can think of.The versatility of resin jewellery is awe-inspiring, providing papercrafters as well as jewellery-makers with all the skills and inspiration they need to design and make their own stunning pieces.
Accessible and flexible, resin is an ideal material for creating jewelery. Kathie Murphy's book is an essential introductory guide to resin jewellery for newcomers and a highly useful reference tool and source of inspiration for established jewelers. It discusses resin, its history, how to store it, different types of resin and their uses and employs a step-by-step approach to demonstrate how to make a wide range of resin jewellery. It is illustrated throughout with examples of pieces made by an international group of artists.
Find out how to make resin jewelry with this step-by-step guide. To make epoxy pendants, necklaces, earrings, and other types of resin jewelry with open bezels, you'll need the right jewelry molds and different techniques.
Whether it’s a four-leaf clover, beautiful blooms from a wedding bouquet, or something your child found for you in nature, sentimental projects abound in this complete guide to making resin crafts that includes 18 fun and beginner-friendly projects. Clear resin crafting is the perfect way for anyone to make gorgeous jewelry and keepsakes from memorable moments. From a ring dish and a photo frame to wood coasters, jewelry, home decor, and more, learn everything you need to know to make epoxy resin art, how to preserve flowers, bugs, feathers, shells, and other natural treasures, and so much more!
Resin can be use in molds to make stylish bangles or beads, also use it to seal things like flower petals or something memorable in a bezel for of a ring or pendant. You may have observed some cool resin jewelry at market places, boutiques and in shops, and if you are someone who love making jewelry at heart, you may have contemplated whether there is a way you can do it yourself at home. Fortunately it is simpler than you can ever imagine learning how to make resin jewelry at home. Making your own resin jewelry at home can seem like a remarkable test, and there are a few stages to the process. However with little effort and commitment it's possible to achieve it. GET YOURS NOW by Clicking BUY NOW
- Do you wish to be a professional resin jeweler? - Do you wish to gain mastery in resin jewelry craftsmanship? This book is an awesome guide with clear pictures and images to guide you on how to get it right. In this Resin Jewelry Making Book, you will discover: - Chapter 1: The tools and materials that you need - Chapter 2: Preparing the resin mix - Chapter 3: Adding dry flowers and leaves - Chapter 4: Adding glitter particles - Chapter 5: Removing the bangles from the mold - Chapter 6: Smoothen the edges - Chapter 7: Diamond edge And so much more! Grab your copy now by Clicking BUY NOW!