How to Do Resin Casting
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Materials
Resin
Disposable mixing cup
Measuring Tools
Disposable tools
mold
Cooking Spray
Straw
Objects for Embedding
Polyester Resin
This liquid plastic hardens when mixed with a catalyst. It is durable and forms a hard transparent solid that can have various objects of all kinds embedded in it. It is toxic so use only in well ventilated areas and [...]
Headache Relief Balm
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Materials
55g Beeswax
85g Shea Butter
115g Olive Oil
10-15 drops of lavender essential oil
Small jars or lip balm containers
Great for keeping in your purse or when traveling for fast relief from headaches. Apricot oil can be used instead of the Shea butter but increase the amount of beeswax slightly.
Method
Melt the [...]
How to Make Gel Candles
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Lovely gel candles that you see in the shops are not as hard to make as you might think! Follow our instructions to make them yourself at home at a fraction of the cost.
Materials
Gel Wax
Gel candle dye
Gel candle scent
Wick and wick base
Spoon
Knife
Craft sticks
Double boiler
Thermometer
Candle Gel
Candle gel is made [...]
How to Batik Dye Fabric
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Materials
Fabric
Fabric dye
Iodine free salt
Vinegar
Paraffin wax or beeswax
Paper towel
Gloves
Batik dyeing is a method of making random patters on fabric with dye. Wax is placed on the fabric and prevents the dye from entering the fabric. Patterns are produced by varying the patterns of wax on the fabric.
Step 1 - [...]