Sometimes, resin projects leave you with extra material. Rather than letting it go to waste, there are creative ways to use leftover resin for small projects or decorative items.
Here are some fun ideas for making the most of your leftover resin. These are also great ideas for gift giving!
1. Create Small Jewelry Pieces or Magnets
Use leftover resin to make earrings, rings, or pendants with silicone jewelry molds. You can also make cute magnets which make awesome gifts!
- How: Pour remaining resin into molds and add embellishments like glitter or dried flowers.
- Tip: Small jewelry pieces make great gifts or additions to your art portfolio.
Jewelry molds turn leftover resin into beautiful, wearable art. Magnets can be used by everyone all the time!
2. Decorative Keychains
Keychain molds are perfect for small amounts of resin and allow for a wide range of designs.
- How: Pour leftover resin into keychain molds and let it cure.
- Tip: Attach jump rings and keychain hooks for a functional, decorative item.
Keychains are a practical way to use leftover resin creatively.
3. Mini Art Tiles
Create small, decorative art tiles by pouring leftover resin into coaster-sized molds.
- How: Experiment with colors, patterns, and embellishments to create unique designs.
- Tip: Use these tiles as mini wall art or gifts. They can also be used as inserts in larger resin projects.
Mini tiles are a versatile and creative use of leftover resin, allowing for endless designs.