The thin pour resin technique has some advantages. You don't need molds and you can cut the partially cured pours into any shape you want!  

Shown here is an excellent tutorial from Little Windows.  Their jewelry grade epoxy Brilliant Resin is the safest epoxy resin out there (although those who have sensitivities should take care). I have been using it for years and highly recommend it. It is also a low bubble producer which is very handy. 

Fran's tutorial demonstrates her tips on making a cool beach themed bookmark using sand and colorants.  The trick is to let it cure for about 12 hours. The partial cure allows you to handle the resin without leaving fingerprints and to be able to cut it with just scissors. This thin pour no mold technique can also be used for jewelry. 

Usually we leave epoxy resin to fully cure over 24 hours or more. If your resin projects still feel tacky and floppy after 24 hours, the most common reason is the use of incorrect proportions of Part A and B. 

You could probably handle after perhaps 8 hours. I am looking forward to testing out thin pours at this shorter time period simply because it is more convenient! 


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