Preserving Memories in Beautiful Resin Art
, by Danielle Knip, 2 min reading time
Have you ever wished you could preserve flowers you've received for life's most special moments, such as Mother's Day, weddings, anniversaries, or graduations? Well, good news! We've got just the thing for you: resin art! Join us as we dive into the wonderful world of resin crafting, where we'll show you how to turn your favorite memories into stunning keepsakes. They make fabulous gifts for your loved ones that they can cherish forever. Get ready for some fun and creativity!
Amy Howard Home Products:
Other Supplies:
- Silica
- Flowers or the item you want to preserve
- Heavy Duty Plastic Container
- Stir Stick
Step 1: Prepare Your Flowers
Begin by wearing gloves for protection. Fill a plastic container with silica and completely cover your flowers. Seal the container with a lid and leave the flowers inside for 3-7 days. This process removes any moisture from the flowers, preventing them from rotting.
Step 2: Mix your Resin
After drying your flowers, mix 1 part resin and 1 part hardener from your Acrylic Glacier Resin Bundle in a thick plastic container. Thoroughly mix the components for 3 minutes to ensure proper blending.
Step 3: Pour Resin into Mold
Pour the resin into your chosen mold, filling it about one-third of the way. For this demonstration, Amy used our Small Square Block Mold. Use a blow dryer on high heat, held approximately 12-15 inches away from the resin, to eliminate any bubbles present in the resin.
Step 4: Arrange Your Flowers
When arranging your flowers in the resin, work backward; position them so that you see their backs. Consider the composition of your arrangement, with more flowers at the base for a balanced look. Allow the arrangement to dry for a minimum of 24 hours.
Step 5: Seal With Resin
After the initial drying period, pour another layer of resin over the flowers to fully cover them. Let the resin dry for an additional 24 hours.
Final Reveal!
