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5 Tips to Prevent & Clean-Up Spilled Resin

You can approach working with resin in two different ways. The first approach is to dive right in and get started while receiving mixed results. The trial and error approach wears thin after awhile and it is easy to hit the place of being “done” with using resin. I often hear people say, “It just […]

Texturized Resin Tutorial: Part 2

This summer I wrote Part 1 of this tutorial about Texturizing Resin. I originally stumbled across this technique while messing about last spring, but when I actually scheduled the step-out photos it was mid-summer. The results didn’t come out consistent with the results I had in the spring.  To see that original post, visit our blog: Textured […]

Painter’s Tape vs Packing Tape for Open Frame Resin-Filled Bezels

I really enjoy incorporating resin into Open Back Frames, Wire Hoops and Bezels to make unique customized jewelry. Open Backs have provided a whole new level of creativity to my resin work. The number one questions that people have in regards to wrapping their brains around the “how to” part of this creative play is; […]

20 Habits for Successfully Using Nunn Design 2-Part Epoxy Resin! Tutorial + Video

Over the years I have developed many habits for successfully using Nunn Design 2-Part Epoxy Resin. As defined by dictionary.com, a habit is: “An acquired behavior pattern regularly followed until it has become almost involuntary.” I just didn’t think to talk about many of my acquired behaviors until I started to teach the Nunn Design Art […]

Creating Resin Filled Pendants with Wire Frames: Top Content Recap #2

Over the past week as well as this week, we are featuring the top 7 posts from the Nunn Design Blog. All of the social media platforms are tallied to help us identify which of our posts featured are the top 7 in popularity. Coming in at Top Content Recap #2 is a tutorial that was […]

Colorized Resin in Open Frames Video: Top Content Recap #3

Over the past week as well as this week, we will be featuring the top 7 posts from the Nunn Design Blog. All of the social media platforms are tallied to help us identify which of our posts featured are the top 7 in popularity. Coming in the #3 top content recap, we have Colorizing […]

New Non-Stocking Organic Open Back Bezels! Findings for Crystals, Stones and Cabochons

Nunn Design is always looking for a way to incorporate the latest jewelry making trends in our findings collection. One trend that we have addressed is the use of crystals, stones and cabochons set within a more organic looking bezel. What Nunn Design is really good at is designing findings that we can cast in […]

Colorized Resin in an Open Back with Brass Stampings

I love the look of these colorized resin bezels with brass stampings. They remind me of vintage German glass reverse intaglio cabochons. With this tutorial, you can learn how to use open back bezels, colorize resin and how to embed brass stampings. This is a cheatsheet that you may be interested in; Pantone Color Nunn […]

Colorized Resin in an Open Back Bezel with Transfer Sheets

I’m crazy about these tree transfer sheets that we released earlier this year. I think the effect of colorized resin with the dramatic tree photos is quite stunning. Transfer sheets are printed images that have a film front with a paper backing. When you drop the film into a dish of warm water, it separates the […]

Create Colorized Resin Mosaics with Excess Resin Tutorials

If you have worked with resin before, you often have some leftover resin you don’t want to waste. This tutorial will help your resin be “good to the last drop.” Resin, when it is still curing, is very soft and can be easily cut with scissors and even rolled. Create interesting mosaics with the excess […]

Colorized Resin in Open Hoops with Mica Powders and Flakes

Creating pendants with colorized Nunn Design Resin and Open Hoops is a fairly easy and inexpensive way to make some statement jewelry pieces. Adding a splash of additional color with Pearl Ex powders and mica flakes will create a one of a kind pendant. Another blog post that you might be interested in is; 2019 […]

Colorizing Resin in an Open Back Bezel with Organics

Adding organics over colorized resin creates a stunning effect. This technique does require multiple resin pours, but the results are unique and beautiful. To ensure that your organics are ready for resin, please read the previous blog post that covers 6 tips for preparing organics for resin. The preparation and drying of your organics is […]

Open Back Bezel Resin Inspiration

To excite you about our upcoming Flash Sale that launches tomorrow, we thought we’d throw some inspiration and education your way. Learn how to use Nunn Design 2-Part Resin and Glitter Roxs with this tutorial, Create Resin Filled Open Back Bezel Rings, that we posted earlier this week. Christi Friesen created this Tiny Tidepool Tutorial within an […]