DIY Gift Ideas to Make with Resin
Resin is a versatile and creative medium for crafting unique and personalised gifts. Whether you're looking for a thoughtful present for a loved one or a special treat for yourself, resin can help you create something extraordinary. In this blog, we'll explore some DIY gift ideas for resin that will impress. To learn more about such techniques, enrol in a resin art workshop.
7 Unique and Personalized DIY Resin Presents
Following are some popular ways to make resin art fun and exciting with some DIY projects:
1. Customised Phone Case
A customised phone case is a thoughtful and practical gift anyone can appreciate. To make one, you'll need:
- Resin
- A phone case
- A mould or a silicone phone case
- Pigments or dyes
- A UV light or a heat gun
First, prepare your mould or silicone phone case by applying a thin layer of mould release spray. Then, mix your resin according to the manufacturer's instructions and add pigments or dyes to achieve the desired colour. Pour the resin mixture into the mould or phone case, filling it to the top. Use a UV light or a heat gun to cure the resin, following the manufacturer's instructions.
Once the resin is cured, extract it from the mould or phone case, and your customised phone case will be ready to use.
2. Resin Jewellery
Resin jewellery is a beautiful and unique gift that can be made to fit any style or preference. To make resin jewellery, you'll need:
- Resin
- A mould or a silicone jewellery mould
- Pigments or dyes
- A UV light or a heat gun
- A jump ring and a chain (optional)
Prepare your mould or silicone jewellery mould by applying a thin layer of mould release spray. Mix your resin as per the instructions and add pigments or dyes to achieve the preferred colour. Pour the resin mixture into the mould or jewellery mould, filling it to the top. Use a UV light or a heat gun to cure the resin.
Once the resin is cured, extract it from the mould or jewellery mould, and your resin jewellery will be ready to wear. Add a jump ring plus a chain to create a necklace or use it as a standalone piece.
3. Customised Coasters
Customised coasters are a thoughtful and practical gift that anyone can appreciate. To make customised coasters, you'll need:
- Resin
- A mould or a silicone coaster mould
- Pigments or dyes
- A UV light or a heat gun
- A sealant (optional)
Prepare your mould or silicone coaster mould by applying a thin layer of mould release spray. Mix your resin and add pigments or dyes to achieve the desired colour. Pour the resin mixture into the coaster mould, filling it to the top. Use a UV light or a heat gun to cure the resin.
Once the resin is cured, extract it from the mould or coaster mould, and your customised coasters will be ready to use. You can add a adhesive to protect the resin from spills and stains.
4. Resin Ornaments
Resin ornaments are a beautiful and unique gift that can be made to suit any style or preference. To make resin ornaments, you'll need:
- Resin
- A mould or a silicone ornament mould
- Pigments or dyes
- A UV light or a heat gun
- A string or a ribbon (optional)
Prepare your mould or silicone ornament mould by applying a thin layer of mould release spray. Mix your resin and add pigments or dyes to achieve the desired colour. Pour the resin mixture into the mould or ornament mould, filling it to the top. Use a UV light or a heat gun to cure the resin.
Once the resin is cured, release it from the mould or ornament mould, and your resin ornament will be ready to hang. You can add a string or a ribbon to create a beautiful and unique decoration.
5. Customised Keychain
A customised keychain is a thoughtful and practical gift that anyone can appreciate. To make a customised keychain, you'll need:
- Resin
- A mould or a silicone keychain mould
- Pigments or dyes
- A UV light or a heat gun
- A jump ring and a chain (optional)
Prepare your mould or silicone keychain mould by applying a thin layer of mould release spray. Mix your resin and add pigments or dyes to achieve the colour. Pour the resin mixture into the mould or keychain mould, filling it to the top. Use a UV light or a heat gun to cure the resin.
Once the resin is cured, release it from the mould or keychain mould, and your customised keychain will be ready.
6. Resin Magnets
Resin magnets are a unique and practical gift that anyone can appreciate. To make resin magnets, you'll need:
- Resin
- A mould or a silicone magnet mould
- Pigments or dyes
- A UV light or a heat gun
- A magnet (optional)
Prepare your mould or silicone magnet mould by applying a thin layer of mould release spray. Mix your resin and add pigments or dyes to achieve the desired colour. Pour the resin mixture into the mould or magnet mould, filling it to the top. Use a UV light or a heat gun to cure the resin, following the manufacturer's instructions.
Once the resin is cured, release it from the mould or magnet mould, and your resin magnet will be ready to use. You can add a magnet to create a functional and unique decoration.
7. Customised Candle Holder
A customised candle holder is a beautiful and unique gift that anyone can appreciate. To make a customised candle holder, you'll need:
- Resin
- A mould or a silicone candle holder mould
- Pigments or dyes
- A UV light or a heat gun
- A candle (optional)
Prepare your mould or silicone candle holder mould by applying a thin layer of mould release spray. Mix your resin and add pigments or dyes to achieve the desired colour. Pour the resin mixture into the mould or candle holder mould, filling it to the top. Use a UV light or a heat gun to cure the resin, following the manufacturer's instructions.
Once the resin is cured, release it from the mould or candle holder mould, and your customised candle holder is ready to use. Add a candle to create a beautiful and unique centrepiece.
