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Resin Craft Starter Kit (UK): Tools & Essentials for Beginners
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items Curious about trying resin art? I’ve been working with epoxy resin for over 5 years and run a successful Etsy shop selling handmade resin gifts. This beginner-friendly list is designed especially for UK crafters and includes the exact tools, material...
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Epoxy Resin
Pigments for Resin: Add Color & Creativity
Moulds
Wood Surfaces for Resin Art
Safety & Miscellaneous Essentials
Epoxy Resin
Not all epoxy resins are created equal — the type you use depends on what you’re making. Here's a quick guide to the resins I personally use (and recommend) based on over 5 years of experience:
This is the resin I use for my own Etsy products like coasters and trays. It cures quickly, dries beautifully clear, is easy to work with, and gives a durable, glossy finish. Ideal for beginners doing shallow pours up to around 2 cm.
Apex Resin® Fast Cure 600ml
Professionally formulated for deep pours, this resin offers crystal-clear, UV-resistant results and handles heat up to 120 °C. Perfect for flower blocks, resin pyramids, and deep cast pieces. It’s low-viscosity (2:1 mix) with minimal bubbles and begi...
Apex Resin® Deep Cast
This fast-curing, crystal-clear epoxy resin is ideal for delicate items like jewelry, bookmarks, and keychains. It has a low viscosity that helps prevent bubbles and captures fine details beautifully. Beginner-friendly and easy to work with, it’s gre...
Epoxy Resin Clear Kit 1 Gallon 128oz DIY
This all-in-one resin kit is perfect for those just starting out with epoxy resin crafting. It includes high-quality crystal-clear resin and hardener, along with essential accessories like mixing cups, stir sticks, gloves, and a set of vibrant pigmen...
Teexpert Epoxy Resin Kit 474ml Clear with Moulds & Pigments
Pigments for Resin: Add Color & Creativity
Pigments are essential to bring your resin projects to life with vibrant colors, shimmer, or subtle tints. Choosing the right pigment can make a huge difference in your finished piece, whether you want opaque, transparent, or metallic effects. Here a...
This 40-colour mica powder set is a fantastic starter kit for resin artists seeking variety and quality. Each pigment is cosmetic-grade, non-toxic, vegan, and cruelty-free, making them safe for skin contact and perfect for projects like jewellery, bo...
MARBLERS Mica Powder Colourant Set 40 Colors
This 50-color mica powder set is a great budget-friendly option for beginners wanting to add vibrant shimmer and color to their resin projects. Each jar contains 5g of finely milled pigment — just the right amount to experiment and find your favorite...
Mica Powder 50 Colors x 5g Metallic Pigment
Perfect for creating translucent, watercolor-like effects. Mix a few drops into your resin for stunning color variations and marbled designs.
Alcohol Ink Set - 24 Vibrant Colours 10ml
Alcohol inks are a fantastic way to infuse rich, translucent colors into your resin projects. They're especially popular for creating stunning petri dish effects, marbled swirls, and vibrant abstract designs.
Alcohol Ink | Alcohol Ink Art Supplies
For those looking to achieve deep, rich colours, Just Resin's pigment pastes are an excellent choice. Why I Recommend It: Perfect for deep pour projects. Concentrated pigments, so a little goes a long way. High-quality pigments that produce vibrant r...
Epoxy Resin Pigment Pastes
Moulds
Choosing the right mould is essential for great resin projects. For beginners, silicone moulds are the easiest to use because they’re flexible and make it simple to pop out your creations without damage. Here are some recommended mould types and opti...
Perfect for creating beautiful resin bookmarks with lots of room for creativity. Usually slim, rectangular silicone moulds designed to hold dried flowers, glitter, pigments, or even small charms. Flexible and easy to demould, making them beginner-fri...
50PCS Bookmark Epoxy Resin Mold with Tassels
his versatile Mocoosy Silicone Pendant Mould Set is perfect for resin beginners and pros alike. Made from flexible, high-quality silicone, these moulds allow for easy demoulding and create beautiful, clear shapes perfect for jewelry, keychains, or sm...
Mocoosy 182Pcs Resin Silicone Moulds Kit
Small moulds for making resin pendants, earrings, and charms. Variety of shapes: circles, hearts, teardrops, and more. Ideal for experimenting with pigments and inclusions like dried flowers or glitter.
JSTHHTT Resin Molds & Casting Kit for Jewelry
Perfect for creating stylish and practical resin coasters. Look for round or square silicone moulds with smooth edges. Great for practicing shallow pours.
WEILAOK 10pcs Resin Coaster Silicone Moulds
This Bekecidi Silicone Keychain & Jewellery Mould Set is perfect for resin beginners and pros alike. Made from flexible, durable silicone, these moulds make it easy to create custom keychains and jewelry pieces with clean edges and smooth finishe...
Bekecidi 62PCS Rabbit Silicone Resin Moulds
This Silicone Casting Keychain & Pendant Mould Set is an excellent choice for resin beginners looking to create stylish, personalized accessories. Made from flexible, food-grade silicone, these moulds offer easy release of your resin creations wi...
Silicone Dog Bone Pet Tag Resin Molds with 10 Keychain Rings
Wood Surfaces for Resin Art
Discover the perfect wooden bases to elevate your resin creations. From coasters to plaques, natural wood surfaces offer a warm, organic canvas that pairs beautifully with resin’s glossy finish. Ideal for adding texture and depth, these wood pieces a...
These square wooden coasters from Hobbycraft are perfect for resin artists and crafters looking to create custom drinkware accessories. Each pack contains six coasters, providing ample opportunity for experimentation and personalization.
Square Wooden Coasters 6 Pack
This bundle includes 12 wooden hearts, each measuring approximately 20.4cm x 19cm, complete with a rope handle for easy hanging. The natural finish is perfect for painting, decorating, engraving, or staining, making them ideal for personalized Valent...
Valentine's Day 12 Wooden Craft Hearts Bundle
This set of 12 unfinished wooden ornaments is ideal for adding your own creative touch with resin, paint, or other crafts. Each piece is smooth and ready to decorate, making them perfect bases for resin projects, including Christmas decorations, keyc...
SUZMEI 60pcs Wooden Christmas Ornaments 12 Styles
Safety & Miscellaneous Essentials
Working with epoxy resin is fun and rewarding, but safety should always come first. In this section, I’ll recommend the essential safety gear and other helpful tools that make your resin crafting easier and safer. From protective gloves and masks to ...
Wooden craft sticks are a versatile and essential tool for any resin project. This pack of 100 sticks is perfect for mixing resin and pigments thoroughly, ensuring a smooth and even finish. They’re sturdy, disposable, and ideal for precise applicatio...
Wooden Craft Sticks: Pack of 100
Wooden craft sticks are a versatile and essential tool for any resin project. This pack of 100 sticks is perfect for mixing resin and pigments thoroughly, ensuring a smooth and even finish. They’re sturdy, disposable, and ideal for precise applicatio...
50pcs Jumbo Wooden Lolly Sticks 150x18mm
These plastic measuring and mixing sticks are a must-have for precise resin work. Designed with clear measurement markings, they help you accurately measure and mix your resin and hardener in the correct ratios. Made from durable plastic, they’re eas...
24 PCS 100ml Resin Measuring Cups with 35 Mixing Sticks
These disposable mixing cups are perfect for blending your resin pigments and colorants with ease. Made from sturdy, lightweight plastic, they allow for quick, mess-free mixing and simple disposal after use—saving you time on clean-up. Their convenie...
100 Clear Plastic Disposable Drink Cups 180ML
Protect your hands while working with resin using these disposable gloves. Made from durable, flexible material, they provide a comfortable fit and reliable barrier against sticky resin, pigments, and other craft materials. Easy to put on and remove,...
Nitrile Disposable Gloves - Powder & Latex Free
Isopropyl alcohol is an essential safety item for resin crafters. If resin accidentally gets on your skin, use isopropyl alcohol to quickly dissolve and remove it before washing thoroughly with soap and water. It helps prevent irritation and keeps yo...
IsoLAB Isopropanol 99.9% Pure 500ml
A heat gun is a versatile tool in resin art. Besides helping to remove air bubbles like a blow torch, it’s perfect for creating stunning wave and flow effects by gently pushing and manipulating the resin. It gives your pieces a dynamic, artistic look...
Homidic 300W Handheld Hot Air Gun, 2m Cable
When working with epoxy resin, safety is key. Wearing a mask helps protect you from inhaling any fumes or dust from pigments, while goggles shield your eyes from accidental splashes. Together, they keep your workspace safe and comfortable, especially...
AirGearPro M-500 Reusable Respirator Mask A1P2
A small blow torch is a must-have tool for resin artists. After pouring your resin, gently passing the flame over the surface quickly removes pesky air bubbles, giving your piece a smooth, flawless finish. It’s especially helpful for achieving that p...
Sondiko Kitchen Blow Torch S901, Refillable