✨How to use Glitter for Epoxy Resin✨🦄Tips and Tricks🦄

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In Winter and especially in Christmas time Glitters for Epoxy Resin are becoming more popular!

Whether you are making Epoxy Resin jewelry, coasters, geodes, even a countertop, adding a touch of sparkle is essential to achieve those glamorous effect.

But not every Glitter not all Glitters are suitable for Epoxy Resins! The incorrect type of Glitter can sink to the bottom of the mold or lose its sparkle, or even ruin your project.

There are different types of Glitters, polyester (plastic) and metal-based are the most popular. We should avoid metal-based glitters for Epoxy Resin and use polyester Glitter. It is lightweight (not sink), durable, and fading resistant, available in a wide range of colors, sizes, and shapes!

Polyester glitter can be divided into several types:

✨Polyester Glitter

Polyester Glitter is the most popular choice for epoxy resin projects because it is lightweight and easy to mix with the resin.

✨Fine (Diamond) Polyester Glitter

Diamond Glitter is a fine glitter with a dust sparkle effect.

✨Holographic Glitter

Holographic Glitter is a polyester glitter with a rainbow effect when viewed from different angles. It is perfect to add a unique touch to epoxy resin projects.

How to add Glitter to Epoxy Resin?

Adding glitter to your epoxy resin projects can be a great way to add a unique and sparkling touch. However, it is important to avoid common mistakes to achieve the desired effect.

🦄Prepare your epoxy resin according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

🦄Add the desired amount of glitter to the epoxy and stir well to ensure it is evenly distributed

🦄Pour the epoxy into the mold or onto the surface and spread it out

🦄Use a heat gun or torch to remove any bubbles from the surface

🦄Allow the epoxy to cure according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Tips and Tricks:

Use a ratio of 1 part glitter to 4 parts epoxy for a subtle sparkle effect

Mix different sizes and shapes of glitter for a more textured look.

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

🌟Adding too much resin glitter can result in opaque finish.

🌟Not mixing the glitter thoroughly can result in uneven distribution.

🌟Using metal-based glitter can result in sinking to the bottom of the mold.

Techniques for Keeping Glitter from Sinking:

💫Use a thicker/higher viscosity epoxy resin to help hold the glitter

💫Stir the epoxy and glitter mixture more thoroughly and for a longer period of time

💫Add a Mica Powder to the mixture to help keep the glitter suspended

By following these steps, tips, and tricks, and avoiding common mistakes, you can achieve a beautiful and long-lasting effect for your epoxy resin projects!