The Perfect Handmade Gift for the Geek in Your Life Remember that iconic 70s and 80s arcade game, Space Invaders? For those of us old enough to remember, this project is a fun throwback to your teenage years. This resin Space Invaders coaster would make a great gift for the geeky person on your gift list. This project is a variation of the Tetris coaster tutorial at Resin Obsession .  Supply list  Epoxy Casting resin Bright green pigment   Black pigment   Silicone trivet with square holes   Square silicone coaster mould  - mine measures  9.7cm (3 7/8")  Packing tape  BBQ torch   or gas lighter   S cissors or utility knife Plastic measuring cups Wooden stir sticks  Toothpick Gloves Work out the volume of your mould by filling it with rice and tipping it into a measuring cup. Mix enough resin to two thirds fill the mould. Mix it well and then divide it between two cups. Colour one green and the other black. Pour the black resin i......

Make a set of decorative eggs that not only represents their importance as symbols of new life for Easter but that can also be displayed throughout the year as a decor item in their own right. These jewelled eggs are inspired by the opulent Faberge eggs commissioned by the Russian Tsars. In place of the precious metal, enamel and jewels, these are made with EasySculpt epoxy resin clay and sparkly Swarovski crystals. This project also appeared in the Spring 2016 issue of Crafts Ideas Magazine . Shopping List: EnviroTex EasySculpt Epoxy Resin Clay Colourants: Castin'Craft Resin Pigments and alcohol inks 2" polystyrene eggs Embellie Gellie or Krystal Katana 2 x  Swarovski flatback rivoli 2006  in colour of your choice Swarovski flatback crystals SS8 in colours of your choice G-S Hypo Cement Talcum powder Tissues and Methylated Spirits (denatured alcohol) or baby wipes Teflon craft sheet Gloves Tools: clay blade , needle tool , timer, How to Make Decorative Resin Clay Eggs Tip:......

This month I'm working with Resin Obsession to bring you some fabulous resin tutorials using their Super Clear Resin and Resin Pigments. Super Clear Resin not only lives up to its name, but it's almost bubble free too. And whilst the resin is ultra clear, it's just as wonderful when it's coloured with Resin Obsession's pigments. If you haven't used these colourants before then here's the lowdown: the pigment is actually resin, so when you're measuring out the resin, you take into account the volume of the pigment as well. To that, you add the hardener and then mix. The range of colours is extensive and includes Bright (read glowing neons!), Opaque and Transparent colours and they are gorgeous! My first project is a resin and bamboo trivet for the kitchen. This colourful kitchen accessory is sure to add some sunshine to your benchtop. Hop on over to Resin Obsession for the full tutorial on how you can make your own resin and bamboo trivet . 'Til next......

Since decorating my studio in black and white earlier this year, I've been on the lookout for a white crocheted doiley to turn into a resin coaster. In keeping with my theme, I wanted to embed the doiley in clear resin and then fill the back of the mould with black resin. But when I stumbled across a black doiley, I got so excited - this would add such an unexpected twist to the project! Sadly, that black doiley was just a little bit too big for my coaster mould. I was disappointed to abandon the idea of a black-on-white coaster and continued my search for a smaller white doiley. But last week, I came across a black die-cut pvc coaster and the idea was reborn! So instead of using a white doiley on black resin, I'm using a black doiley on white resin.... cool! Here's how this project took shape. This is what I used ( to shop for any of these products, just click on the item ): EasyCast epoxy resin Castin'Craft White Pigment Square silicone coaster mould or plastic moul......