tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970220604384463955.post1938852696737818738..comments2020-09-23T18:27:50.898-07:00Comments on LorettaTaughtMe: Colleen C.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01276886413364911666noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970220604384463955.post-48608815422895440792012-11-10T06:29:14.863-08:002012-11-10T06:29:14.863-08:00I like using the resin better than UTEE because I ...I like using the resin better than UTEE because I can color the resin with the acrylic paint which is really cost effective and comes in about any color I might need. The only difficulty I was having was how to make sure I had equal parts of the resin and hardener. I solved this by purchasing two sets of measuring spoons from the dollar tree. One set is blue and the other is red. I took a sharpie and wrote R on one set (for resin) and H on the other (for hardener). I use one tablespoon of resin and one tablespoon of hardener mix them in a paper cup (again purchased at the dollar tree) with a wooden craft stick, mix in a few drops of acrylic paint, stir well, and then pour into the molds. The tablespoon of resin/hardener mix goes a long way - I can make several frames as well as fill that entire snowflake mold to give you an idea. Really easy. I throw the cup and craft stick away and wipe out my measuring spoons with a paper towel and they are ready to go for the next time I want to mix up some resin. The resin is much easier to use than I previously thought. I hope that helps and I hope you will give it a go. I am headed to Michael's today with a 50% off coupon to buy more resin! - ColleenColleen C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01276886413364911666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970220604384463955.post-54310155172494063582012-11-10T06:28:49.212-08:002012-11-10T06:28:49.212-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Colleen C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01276886413364911666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970220604384463955.post-62100697608120526882012-11-09T16:02:15.640-08:002012-11-09T16:02:15.640-08:00Hi Colleen! I believe I get my "pack rat"...Hi Colleen! I believe I get my "pack rat" tendencies from my Granny, I just can't throw something away that might be repurposed.Most of hers was from necessity though, mine by choice.Thank you for reminding me of my craft memories of my sweet Granny. I've wondered about using resin but was sort of intimidated by it for some reason. Is is better than using UTEE?<br />I've found that UTEE sometimes breaks and I'm not crazy about the colors it comes in. It has it's place, but not for everything that you can use a mold for. You always explain the things you use so well and I am inspired to try new things. I've used Martha Stewart clay, Sculpey and Fimo, even Crayola paper clay in my molds. I've got the Amazing Mold putty to make my own molds with. Your snowflakes look great. I didn't realize you could color resin. That's a plus. I buy the silicone molds for candy etc. too. Just two posts and you've already enabled me Ü LOL I love the card with the four circles and the snowflakes in them. That was a good die to purchase.Look forward to your next inspiration! Take care, till next time, Iris, Saved by GraceSavedbyGracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14502881825518648237noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970220604384463955.post-17425623104487213972012-11-09T11:48:05.726-08:002012-11-09T11:48:05.726-08:00Hi Debbie - thanks so much and thanks for visiting...Hi Debbie - thanks so much and thanks for visiting my blog. I really appreciate it!. - ColleenColleen C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01276886413364911666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970220604384463955.post-3434965760490793602012-11-09T11:47:34.281-08:002012-11-09T11:47:34.281-08:00Hi Tabitha - I did brush the snowflakes with mod p...Hi Tabitha - I did brush the snowflakes with mod podge and dusted them with fairy dust glitter in clear by Donna Salazar. Thank you for asking about that. I had forgotten that step in the blog post, but have updated it now. I am so happy you like the card! I was very intimidated about using resin, but decided to give it a go so I could make my own embellishments. It is much easier to use than I thought. I just color the resin by mixing in a few drops of acrylic paint - really easy. Thanks so much for your comment and for visiting my blog! - ColleenColleen C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01276886413364911666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970220604384463955.post-68394593083578654582012-11-09T09:24:03.162-08:002012-11-09T09:24:03.162-08:00Such a lovely card. Love the snow flake mold.Such a lovely card. Love the snow flake mold.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12021261460184992698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970220604384463955.post-88982370141368376152012-11-09T07:41:52.280-08:002012-11-09T07:41:52.280-08:00Absolutely adore your card - love everything about...Absolutely adore your card - love everything about it - especialy the snowflakes! The detail of your resin pieces is amazing & such a great variety of shapes & sizes. I don't know much about resin & what to use for coloring it - the paint you used looks beautiful - also loving the sparkle.Did you add that to the top after you removed it from the molds? It's so reflective - what type did you use?<br />You did awesome Colleen - gorgeous card! <br />I'm so excited about your blog - it looks so amazing - it's perfect! Your Grandmother sounds like a wonderful & beautiful person that truely blessed your life. Looking forward to making visits to your blog.<br />Blessings-<br />tabitha gracetabithagracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02135739810067973792noreply@blogger.com