A Resin Hack That Will Save You A Fortune!
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Күн бұрынHi Everyone. There is a really good reason why I have taped up the bottom of this pyramid mould. Not only will it allow you to increase the number of patterns you can have on each of the pyramids sides, but it will also save you a fortune in resin at the same time. It is surprising how much a little bit of tape can save you in resin and cost when filling up a pyramid mould with resin.
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Why Have I Taped Up The Bottom of This Pyramid Mould?
Warning: Important Health and Safety Notice:
Resin is an industrial chemical and as such should always be treated with respect and the manufacturers safety advice taken. Here is a video I have made on how I keep myself safe: • Stop Making Yourself I...
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Adding Tape To the Pyramid Mould
02:42 Pouring the first side of the pyramid mould
04:20 How to make a pattern with Mica Powder
05:44 How to make a pattern with fine glitter
07:21 Adding the rose details
08:45 Creating a Resin Pyramid Lamp
@fairrider3346 Жыл бұрын
HOW NEAT. IT HAS BEEN SEVERAL YEARS SINCE I HAVE SEEN SEVERAL PEOPLE DOING THIS. I HAVE DONE THIS OVER THE PAST FIVE YEARS.
@tanjacook6970 Жыл бұрын
I'm curious as to how much these sell for. You're giving me ideas....and that's a dangerous thing. 😁
@kassandralevingston9874 Жыл бұрын
Whatever you are working on, you always make me smile. Babble away! Fairy lights would be pretty. 😊
@Asher5250 Жыл бұрын
Fairy lights would look fantastic!
@lauriewilson4741 Жыл бұрын
Ck out Mixed Media Girl. Recently did vid with fish inside of pyramid with fairy lights
@carlycharlesworth1497 Жыл бұрын
I really would never have thought of using that pyramid like that! How cool is that! The only downside I can see is the area where the tape and acetate was is all rippled and uneven. How would you rectify that Steve? I think it came out really beautifully. Such a clever idea! God bless you and those you love Steve. Have a great day!
@shaunacorrigan9372 Жыл бұрын
I've done kind of the same thing with a cube to make a planter, but I cut the strips of acetate to the length of each side and taped them on instead of putting the tape on first. I hope that made sense😅 It gave me a pretty nice, flat edge with almost no cleanup!
@Nirrrina Жыл бұрын
My guess would be that he's going to use certain types of sand paper & finishing buffers to smooth it down. Definitely would be a good second video.
@bettygg6318 Жыл бұрын
For a great effect you can brush pigment onto ripples then top coat the area. X
@Soifdesang9 Жыл бұрын
Sand & use UV resin on the sanded edge to gloss finish it.
@rutabateman89 7 ай бұрын
Hello, is somebody has idea what to do with the line/marks on the pyramid mold after when you took pyramid out?
@jennifertodd7671 Жыл бұрын
Love how fast you go, but you speak clearly! Like me! I don't like the tutorials that drone on about it all! So thank you!
@Ali-H3444 Жыл бұрын
I really like this idea. I would sand the bottom edges and use the fairy lights in mine. Thanks for sharing♡
@alisonjordan1152 Жыл бұрын
This is good similar to something Louise singleton did, Iv still not used my mould yet but Steve you always inspire me
@alisonjordan1152 Жыл бұрын
@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts her one was similar but your way was way easier she used so much tape around the mould that it put me off recreating it. You used tape and made it look easy so thank you for sharing I will definitely give it a go but once the heat settles down a bit. Doesn’t matter who does what it’s what you make with it, gone to your Amazon account for tattoos loved the rose you used. Your brilliant Steve you give us all hope a coffee is heading your way to say thanks.
@traceycoles1693 Жыл бұрын
I thought the same. Steve made it a lot simpler, so I will make it.
@kellyjean4981 Жыл бұрын
@@alisonjordan1152 I remembered watching Louise’s video ages ago, but couldn’t remember her using an immense amount of tape. I went back to watch it and if we are speaking of the same video, she used an aluminum tape to support a square piece of acrylic. The way it was done, created a smooth flat base of the pyramid. Steve also did a wonderful job, and always has fantastic ideas 😁
@debrasmith3764 Жыл бұрын
I’m watching this 6 months later & this is exactly a video that has given me the answers that I’ve been looking for !! Thank you so much for all of your content it is so useful
@heather_bot Жыл бұрын
Love this idea for my baby nephew! can reuse the light and make a new pyramid for him every year until he says, auntie heather i don't need a night light anymore!
@michelleelle4622 Жыл бұрын
Wow! I never thought of that. What a HUGE money saver!! Love all of your videos ❤️💕👍🏼
@jamesllucas1008 Жыл бұрын
Hello Michelle, You see why I always like reading your comments, because it makes a great sense of humor, I will love to know more about you if you don't mind, how are you doing today ?
@joycepugh5347 Жыл бұрын
This turned out Awesome
@rebeccamoerno8356 Жыл бұрын
That is absolutely beautiful 😍
@jamesllucas1008 Жыл бұрын
Hello Rebecca, You see why I always like reading your comments, because it makes a great sense of humor, I will love to know more about you if you don't mind, how are you doing today ?
@thepurpledusk3381 Жыл бұрын
Ooh....only as far as you starting the first side and I already love this technique and your design!
@MoniqueAO888 Жыл бұрын
Looks great and really saves resin. !!! Thanks for sharing 🙂 Louise Singleton might have invented this kind of making a resin-pyramid...a while ago I have watched her video, proceeding in the same manner.
@michaelpearson1272 Жыл бұрын
She may have learned it from some one. Who knows it doesn't matter I've done this for many years but I don't claim to have invented it some people think of ideas at the same time as some one else it's amazing when you think this is my idea only to find that 10 more people thought of the same idea. Not trying to take it away from anyone but I first did this in 1979 at the age of 19. I'm now 62 and still making stuff. I love everything casting sculpting and mould making.
@dulceteixeira9097 Жыл бұрын
What a magnificent idea. Wow
@charliehorsegarage4196 Жыл бұрын
I have the exact same mold and I use baby powder on the outside of the silicone mold so it releases from the plastic holder super easy!
@lindaeastment4542 Жыл бұрын
HI Steve, Thank you to your member Who gave you the idea 👍 your Pyramid lamp turned out really super cool looking I loved your flower & butterfly Transfers thanks for sharing all the best Lin 👍🦋🌺
@Lilpinksmurf89 Жыл бұрын
I have been trying to think of how to add these images to my pyramid and I think this may help! Thank you for your post
@margaretzuelke9761 Жыл бұрын
I've made a pyramid that way. It's a Christmas lamp with poinsettias & green moss in it, with enough spaces throughout for the light to shine through. It really is a brilliant design to use for pyramid lamps
@richardbriansmith8562 Жыл бұрын
Awesome Video steve McDonald
@dollybrown1993 Жыл бұрын
WOW!!! That's so pretty.... I've not been able to get the mold yet, but I will be using this idea for a couple of other large molds that I have. Thank you and the member who shared the idea.... We all need every tip and/or idea we can get to save money or just to make something different from the norm. Stay safe, you do you, and stay crafty 👍👍🔔🛎️🦋🦋
@vickiherman2746 Жыл бұрын
I first watched this video about an hour after you posted it. I LOVE this idea! I had thought about trying this way of doing a large pyramid months ago but never got around to doing it. Thanks for confirming that it will work!!
@user-rk6cz3gd9v 6 ай бұрын
I love this idea. It will make a great nightlight.
@dalemaclaren7576 Жыл бұрын
I ordered a large pyramid mold 3 days ago. So happy I found this video. Thank you so kindly ❤️
@heather_bot Жыл бұрын
Yes!! I agree, ive always been so afraid of those huge molds, this is brilliant!
@cathyjresindesigns Жыл бұрын
Brilliant! I have recently been putting left over resin in mine, but now I'll unmold it just so I can do this! Thanks for sharing!
@dragonfly9851 Жыл бұрын
Just wanted to let you know because of your recommendation I'm now using the JDiction line of resin. I just used the UV resin yesterday and liked it. I'm waiting for the 3X and the 4 hour resin I ordered to come to try them. I've started using resin about 3 months ago. Your channel has saved me so much money. It's prevented mistakes I would have made and cost me. I just started a new project of decoupaging onto resin coasters. Anyway thank you for teaching me with your channel.
@christinaperson1168 Жыл бұрын
This technique is awesome! Who doesn't love to save money on resin! The amount is staggering especially if you use such big molds for multiple projects! Thank you Steve 😊!!!
@sehunlimitedsonyahoward1165 Жыл бұрын
This is really cool. I have pyramids and haven't done one. You are inspiring.
@cherylabrams7590 Жыл бұрын
😮 Great idea ❤
@jacton62 Жыл бұрын
I love this and have thought a lot about how I could do exactly this with a pyramid. However I have spent hours just trying to put the tape around the edges lol . Thank you for the idea .
@clarewardrope2413 Жыл бұрын
What a great idea!!
@robinlosee3411 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Beautiful design! Love it!!
@sideways586 Жыл бұрын
I bought some earrings online. They were teeny plastic bags filled with clear resin. Inside the resin was a very tiny goldfish. The top of the bag was gathered shut, just like bring a real goldfish home from the pet store.
@LisaVornhagen Жыл бұрын
I really like that! It's very pretty! I love the rose and butterflies!
@susancostello7064 Жыл бұрын
Thank You Steve, I used this technique and it turned out great.
@irenerhynes6732 Жыл бұрын
Wow it is beautiful. Thank you Steve.
@cheriethompson7725 Жыл бұрын
Wow. Amazing.
@pamlongwell8727 Жыл бұрын
Awesome. Thanks so much for the ideas. Can’t wait to try this!
@juliegayson7947 Жыл бұрын
Thank you this is life changing for me. Great job
@dianewarde6074 Жыл бұрын
Great way to save resin! Nice job,Steve.
@cherylpost4059 Жыл бұрын
I would be happy with some longer videos!
@FirebladeCBR Жыл бұрын
Looks lovely but a bit flat. Is the mould not shiny?
@susanmartin9124 Жыл бұрын
Great idea! Kudos to your member and you!
@Kimmie978 Жыл бұрын
What a great idea! I love this!
@ConnieConnie824 Жыл бұрын
GREAT IDEA
@daripper3892 Жыл бұрын
As soon as you began i said LAMP!!!😆😁😄
@MsAislinnscfur 24 күн бұрын
oooo....light bulb moment... : 2 clear sides: christmas scenes... think snow globe, minus the water.... but string of lights... have a wooden base with additional craft pieces...
@mookzmom Жыл бұрын
Great ideas, Steve! Thanks!
@gabrielleschmidt1435 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful 🎉
@apfau04bronco Жыл бұрын
This is awesome
@rachy11051981 Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous
@michelle_resinrebel Жыл бұрын
Great idea 💡 thanks for sharing 👍
@QueenVic67 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the heads up on your other channel! I’m now a new subbie to that one too!!! Love your work & sense of humour, it’s similar to mine! Madhead Vick xxx
@traceyshenton1920 Жыл бұрын
Like this idea 💡
@WW11110 Жыл бұрын
Very good ❤
@bobbibob3608 Жыл бұрын
should try filling with black resin afterwards to make colors pop.
@rondahulon2297 Жыл бұрын
Would b cool to do a different temporary tattoo on each side
@vickicole2485 Жыл бұрын
I will try this at some point, but knowing me I’ll make right mess 😅 another great video thanks Steve 💗
@kristisparkman9007 Жыл бұрын
Ive watched so many of Steves videos ive caught myself saying " as well" all of the time now. 😂
@mandicoleman7433 Жыл бұрын
That's a magnificent idea! I've not bought a pyramid mold cuz I thought it would be too expensive to make 1
@lyndacofer5843 Жыл бұрын
I am just starting to use resin and I LOVE your videos. My question is: do you use the shiny or dull side of the silicone mat?
@carolthorndale4833 Жыл бұрын
Love watching your videos. Where do you get your moulds from? X
@jeanniesartadventures6146 Жыл бұрын
Steve, Louise Singleton has a KZfaq channel, I saw her doing this some time back. She's also made smaller ones so they nest like those russian dolls ( Matroiska dolls?) She has some amazing ideas.
@jeanniesartadventures6146 Жыл бұрын
And looking through comments I see you share several subscribers 😁
@ladycountry68 Жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, I love what you did with the tattoo. I was wondering if you added the tattoo first to a thin layer of resin then add resin mixed sparkles later as a background?
@sarahmallonee Жыл бұрын
Great idea but it would really need the bottom sanded and smooth to be sellable for much. Sorry my ocd would drive me crazy lol
@daniela23au Жыл бұрын
Hello, im new to ur channel, and I think it is amazing. I love the way you show and teach us all ur tricks and new ideas. Thanks , my question is, what is the size of this mould? I tried on the description below but dosent show me 😢
@deborahwilson4671 Жыл бұрын
Awesome idea and great result, but it occurred to me that if you put a bit of silicon caulking on each edge instead of tape it might give a cleaner and more even edge. Also would like to ask that if you use this as a lamp, say as a night light in a kid's room, would this soften the resin or affect the colours?
@LoriPeace Жыл бұрын
Oh, that's a very good question -- how does the heat affect the resin?
@Soifdesang9 Жыл бұрын
Use an LED base for almost no heat.
@sharonsimmons6866 Жыл бұрын
Louise Singleton does a method like this. She even did 3 different sizes to best inside each other. It's brilliant 🙂 check it out. I just started to use J Diction resin and I am a fan. I want to try this method with my pyramid soon. You and Louise always inspire me 😂
@kellyjean4981 Жыл бұрын
Yes I have seen Louise’s version. Very clever use of the mold!
@bubblemum Жыл бұрын
Did the translucent color you used first fade over time and sunlight exposure like the alcohol inks do? That video about the effects of the sun on colors really struck a chord with me. Also, how do you finish off the bottom of the lamp where it looks rough?
@bubblemum Жыл бұрын
@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts I would still watch a 20 min video :)
@Soifdesang9 Жыл бұрын
@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts With you doing it we would ALL happily watch a 20 minute video!!!
@beverleybee1309 Жыл бұрын
@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts I've been known to watch hour long videos. I do also know that I'm weird and not the norm.
@deanontheinterwebs Жыл бұрын
It's hard to see if it affected it, but I would flip the pyramid around to the opposite side for the 2nd panel to pour, so that the pressure on the sides is even (rather than one side done and the other empty) -- then doesn't matter as much for sides 3 and 4 as two sides are already done. Would be easy to I think to add a little arch in the base for the cord.
@pineapplesyumyum Жыл бұрын
I’ve thought of this but never put my thoughts into action.
@ambrosialovly3676 Жыл бұрын
wow your really good
@deborahnoble7361 Жыл бұрын
how long did you leave it cure for before you started on the next side
@novanetom9833 Жыл бұрын
have a question I have a glass heart that's 2in deft how do I place the bowl up or down to copy
@sandrasierra9944 3 ай бұрын
Where can I buy this silicone pyramid? I have only this plastic form but I cant find this silicon form
@tonyajackson0960 Жыл бұрын
I can’t find the transparent pigment you used.
@SaraphinaLindsey2024 Жыл бұрын
Have you ever used metallic acrylic paint mixed in the resin? I've done it myself with the UV resin. I did two last night and set them out overnight just to be out in the sun to cure. I also just set out some other molds with the metallic acrylic paint mixed in with the resin.
@lisaforbes7325 Жыл бұрын
How did they turn out?
@jonathanhuffman911 Жыл бұрын
How do I get on your newsletter list
@marylinekirabira3762 Жыл бұрын
Can one use stickers?
@dennishight4419 Жыл бұрын
Where do you get the tattoos?
@jessicarodriguez5398 Жыл бұрын
What do you use to clean rsin projects and what not to use?
@michelleelle4622 Жыл бұрын
What specifically are you asking? How to clean supplies or how to clean the actual resin piece you made? Resin supplies can be wiped down with baby wipes. Resin projects can be wiped down with soap and water and even windex glass cleaner. Make sure it doesn’t contain ammonia.
@jessicarodriguez5398 Жыл бұрын
@@michelleelle4622 Thank you for the response. I was referring to actual projects like serving trays and such. I was just wondering if there was anything that was now suitable and would harm the piece. Again thank you your answer is very helpful.
@michelleelle4622 Жыл бұрын
@@jessicarodriguez5398 I would just wipe down with soap and water 👍🏼
@theresacarter5990 Жыл бұрын
how do i keep my gold flakes from floating to the top of my resin?
@sehunlimitedsonyahoward1165 Жыл бұрын
I have tried something with liquid latex. I need to make a vid....
@michelleelle4622 Жыл бұрын
Steve, I Can’t get the resin link for USA to work properly. It brings me to a page that says clip coupon, chat with us and I can’t get passed it. Got another link?
@michelleelle4622 Жыл бұрын
I found a working link on another video titled “why it’s important” 👍🏼
@michelleelle4622 Жыл бұрын
How much off with your referral code? I’m not ready to buy today but I’m interested in purchasing in the future 💕
@SteveMcDonaldCrafting Жыл бұрын
I checked the link when the voucher comes up click shop now on the voucher then go to shop and choose the country you are in that will then allow you to shop with the discount. 👍
@teenaleer6447 Жыл бұрын
👍
@cheriethompson7725 Жыл бұрын
🤩
@Mara-rc6rf 6 ай бұрын
I feel stupid I've watched several times. Where is the acetate going? I cannot tell. Also what's the reason for acetate 😂
@beechball82 Жыл бұрын
have you tried "Art Resin? " it's supposed to be amazing! food safe, low VOC, won't yellow over time.... take a peek!
@shanecorning5222 6 ай бұрын
But are you going to use a Crystal, And it is not SQUEEZING a crystal then? You keeping it hollow? and a Coil, and connected Circuit going to added Coils? IF NOT if you JUST wanted this to be a night light this is brilliant m8. ~ Cheers , ~ "the" Rev
@shanecorning5222 6 ай бұрын
OOOOO I would fancy making notches for the cord isn't it? I LOVE THE TATTOOS though NEAT.
@jaredb9523 11 ай бұрын
Love the technique but dunno how it saves you money
@DC-bp8sx Ай бұрын
You don’t have to fill the whole thing with resin.
@sharonnycum5414 6 ай бұрын
The light is too bright.
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