Resin Tutorial: Peach Keychain
Welcome to this exciting resin tutorial on how to make a peach keychain! Are you looking for a fun and unique accessory to add to your keychain collection? Look no further than this adorable peach keychain made with epoxy resin! In this tutorial, I will guide you through the step-by-step process of creating your own cute peach keychain, from mixing the resin to adding the finishing touches. Whether you're a resin enthusiast or a beginner looking to try something new, this tutorial is sure to inspire you to get creative and make something truly special. So, let's get started and make a delightful peach keychain that will be the perfect addition to your keys or bag!
Craft Supplies
For this project you will need the following craft supplies:
- epoxy resin
- peach shaker silicone mold
- mixing cups
- mixing sticks
- iridescent white glitter
- iridescent white cellophane flakes
- mango alcohol ink
- cream alcohol ink
- red alcohol ink
- eye screw x1
- jump ring x1
- ball chain key chain x1
A video showing all of the steps explained below is also available on my YouTube channel:
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare and mix some epoxy resin as per manufacturer's instructions.
Step 2: Add glitter and cellophane flakes to the resin and mix well.
Step 3: Pour the glittery resin mixture into the peach shaker silicone mold, filling all of the mold.
Step 4: Wait for the resin to cure.
Step 5: When the resin has fully cured, de-mold the resin from the mold.
Step 6: Prepare and mix some resin.
Step 7: To the resin add mango alcohol ink, cream alcohol ink and red alcohol ink.
Step 8: Mix well making sure that the alcohol inks are thoroughly and evenly distributed into the resin to avoid curing issues.
Step 9: Pour the colored resin into the middle section of the peach.
Step 10: Wait for the resin to cure.
Step 11: Mix a batch of resin as per manufacturer's instructions.
Step 12: Dome the peach by pouring a small amount of resin on the surface. Using a stir stick, gently move the resin towards the edges, adding more resin if or as needed. Make sure to add small amounts of resin at a time to avoid breaking the dome and getting an over spill.
Step 13: Wait for the resin to cure.
Step 14: Drill a hole at the middle top of the peach.
Step 15: Into the hole add the eye screw. To the eye screw attach the jump ring and then add the ball chain.
Your very own realistic and adorable peach keychain made with epoxy resin is now complete! With just a few materials and some creativity, you have created a unique and eye-catching accessory that is sure to add a pop of color to your keys or bag. I hope this tutorial has inspired you to try your hand at resin crafting and explore the endless possibilities of this fun and versatile medium. Happy crafting!