Resin and Recycled Computer Parts Tutorial.

As you know I have been having lots of fun using all the recycled computer parts I snag from my honey. I have also started selling these great pieces in my shops.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/PLJohnsonGlassArt?section_id=11562125

I wanted to show you how great these pieces work with resin and how fun and easy it is to make sweet little pendants.

I am using Ice Resin epoxy doming resin by artist Susan Lenart Kasmer.

They are very easy to use…have great clarity and dome nicely.

You can order kits and Susan has tons of great ideas and tutorials on her sites and blog.

http://slkindustrialchic.com/

http://slkartmechanic.com/

http://www.susanlenartkazmer.net/gallery.htm

http://susan-lenart-kazmer.blogspot.com/

First I gathered together some aluminum rings and discs to use as bezels.

                               

These are open so they need to have box tape put on the back to hold in the resin. Make sure to burnish for a tight seal.

The resin is mixed with 2 equal parts. Stir gently till mixture turns clear 1-2 min being careful not to mix in bubbles. Let the resin sit and rest for 5min.

The Popsicle sticks are used to slowly drip the resin into the bezel. I put a small layer on the bottom add my flowers or whatever then fill to the top of the bezel.

When I am finished pouring I cover these with a box to keep the dust out and let sit for 24 hours. Then I pour the second dome layer. Then cover and let sit for 48hrs. I also used the resin as glue for the bails…some great little parts also from computers. I just mix a small amount and brush it on the pieces secure the 2 together and let sit 24hrs.

A great tip from Susan…pour in 2 steps to avoid run over and get a nice domed effect.

Another little tip I found is the aluminum pieces shine brightly using pro polish pads.

I hope you will try resin. It is great fun and there are so many things you can do.