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EPOXY FREE RESIN REVIEW/EXPERIMENT: Which Epoxy Free Resin Takes the Fewest Coats?

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Hi guys! Today I will be using two epoxy free resin products to determine which resin requires the fewest amount of coats. Both products are excellent quality, there is no doubt about that. My hang up was the amount of coats needed to complete a glitter tumbler.
I used similar cuts of chunky glitter for both tumblers, and used transfers from Southern Belle Glitter to complete my Suzanna Floral Leopards (named after the amazing Suzanna Renaud from Glamour Tribe Customs). The number of coats was close! Watch to find out who won, and thank you so much for watching!
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@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

*** Side note/Observation*** I definitely concede the fact that when you think about the actual time actively working on a tumbler, the epoxy free tumblers take less “working” time. In the time that I apply one coat of epoxy, I can apply 10-15 coats of an epoxy free product. I just love all the additives, depth, and molds that I can make/achieve with epoxy, but I will continue to play with these epoxy free products and try and post some epoxy free tutorials for my Epoxy Free fam! ❤️

@stephanied8028 2 года назад

Can you clarify something for me. You said that in the it takes to apply 1 coat of epoxy, you can apply 10-15 coats of the epoxy free but don’t you have to wait a few hours with the epoxy free before applying more coats? Are you talking about doing multiple tumblers at a time? I’m a little confused. The JustResin looks more shinier than BT. Good review

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

@@stephanied8028 I was referring to the actual “work time.” Not the cure times. It may take a few days to make a tumbler, but the actual work time on said tumbler is only a few hours. So not including cure times, you spend less “work time” applying the epoxy free resin on your tumblers.

@PWells23 2 года назад

a few tips with crystalac ... Let dry 4 hours between each layer you do NOT have to remove your tape each time you can keep it on ☺ when you applied your GG to seal you smoosh glitter again after 1 hour then let it dry that additional hour then its ready for BT. Smooshing your glitter by rolling in parchment on a hard surface or using a brayer roller is more effective . also sanding BT with 400grit sand paper is recommended to get that smoothness quicker and it'll be smoother. Also we can send our cups out in FIVE days and FULL CURE is 30 days.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you!🙏🏾

@PWells23 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns you're welcome

@breecincotta4219 2 года назад

Is that 5 days from your last coat?

@PWells23 2 года назад

@@breecincotta4219 yes of course. I always try to make my last coat late at night and start counting my days the next day orrrr earrllyyy in the morning like 6am

@crystalacofficial 2 года назад

Good morning. Awesome job and a very fair review. We recommend that folks give their cups 3 to 5 days before shipping out the finished cups or other projects. And include care instructions to inform their customers to treat the cups gently while our products have time to harden up. The smell from the Watercoat product are solvents being released or flashing off. Just like with epoxy, the thicker the coating, the more solvents needed to coalesce and flash-off in order to dry properly. Don't sniff them! Dorinda and I would love to provide a thicker product; the problem is having to add hazardous solvents, or a thickining agent that in turn would add hours and even days to the cup being usable. Just to end up with the same end film on the cup after the thickener evaporates out. So we went with dry quicker, hardens faster, and usable sooner. Thank you again for the review. You did an amazing job.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you! 🙏🏾

@sdg0629 2 года назад

This here is why Crystalac users are brand loyal. ☝️ I was coming to answer the question on how soon you can pack and ship a Britetone tumbler, but see David already answered. Aside from making awesome products, David and Dorinda spend COUNTLESS hours educating and explaining the pros, cons, ins, outs, and safety of top coats. I genuinely would not be where I am today without them. Thank you for the amazing products and for being such amazing people! ❤ #CrystalacUser4Life And thank you, Vanessa, for all the great tutorials and honest reviews. Y'all rock!!

@brandybeam5683 2 года назад

Another crystalac user here. Great review. You can seal your glitter more than once with the glitter glue to seal some of the glitter crevices and you will end up using less layers of BT. Sanding every 4 coats (Usually wait 6-8 coats after glitter just to be careful i don't hit the glitter) and you can take them off the turner 45 min -1 hr after applying. Which means you can work on more cups at a time. If you have 4 turners, you can get between 12-16 cups coated in a 4 hour period. So they do take longer because of the coats, but you will have more cups done. Also, the flippin' awesome paints from Crystalac are amazing.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you! 🙏🏾

@kimatlastlooks2915 2 года назад

Thanks for that GG tip! That's awesome!

@LaurenQuigleyCreations 2 года назад

Vanessa! Okurrrrttttt for trying out the epoxy free life! You did a great job per usual and they look beautiful! I usually wait 4-5 days to ship and include a care magnet with instructions. Brite tone user here 🥰

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Hey, girl!!! Thank you so much! ❤️🙏🏾

@ncarter78x 2 года назад

I strictly use crystalac products and I LOVE them. I read a few suggestions on sanding.. I have 4 layers on a chunky cup right now and it’s almost ready for decals I might put another layer on but it really doesn’t need it. it does taking some time to get used to but I have found that smooshing and a couple extra layers of glitter glue helps a ton! As for shipping.. I typically wait 5 days but I have shipped to a friend after 2 days and it was fine. .

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you!!🙏🏾

@sheridehaan1220 2 года назад

Girl, you make everything look so easy! Thank you for all the details. I have such a bad allergy to most epoxy, but don’t want to give up cup making. This will be a great option.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Definitely look into epoxy free! I also saw another product that was just introduced by StarCraft called PureCoat! (One if my Patreon members told me about it!) I contacted them and hope to try that product out as well! It’s nice to have options when using products! 😊

@TheRhap93 2 года назад

Love that you did this, and thank you so much for the fair and honest review. I absolutely love my Crystalac, but it’s nice to know there are also other non-toxic options to play with!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank YOU for watching!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@tamiballard9444 2 года назад

I've used Crystalac products for close to 2 years, and love it! I love being able to do it without PPE, indoors, and love the variety of paints, pigments, etc that all work together. After 1 hour, I can take it off the turner and put another cup on. I can do it between commercial breaks on TV, or between chores, or on breaks from my full-time job. It is "different", but I'm extremely allergic/reactive to epoxy and simply cannot use it without skin reactions even with full extreme PPE. The "cure" time for Crystalac is kind of a myth, it will continue to "cure" or dry, but after a few days (depending on climate, quality of application), but handled gently it can be used after 5-7 days, with the usual rules of handwashing, no dishwasher, etc. I love that you tried these products and enjoy your artistry.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you! 🙏🏾

@hodlmama6729 2 года назад

I have respiratory issues already so this could be a life changer for me.

@dawnday5843 2 года назад

I LOVE my CrystaLac!! You can use it inside your home. No more masking up or worrying about negative reactions to EP. I use my left over EP to make lid toppers.

@chrisc7566 2 года назад

ive seen others use the crystal lac to seal glitter, inks, etc before epoxy

@bebike1211 2 года назад

Did you know there is a new epoxy free alternative on the market. It's called Hyperion and there are distributors in the US Aus and Canada. It's waterbased like BT, but it's an acrylic hybrid so it's a lot more hard wearing, but the biggest benefits are 2hours drying time, full cure in 10 days, applies thicker so less coat require (can finish a chunky glitter tumbler in 6 coats) aaaannnnddd it doesn't yellow over white glitter. You should check it out 👌

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you!!! 🙏🏾

@Shadingoftheheart 2 года назад

You had me dying with the cup sniffers!! These turned out beautifully! I love Crystalac Glitter Glue and have heard great things about their paints. I don't think I'd make the switch, however, because I just love playing with molds, micas and inks! I'm also not patient enough -- just ordered Artistry Epoxy 1:1 Fast Set because it can be used for all layers lol!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Lol! Those cup sniffers are out there!! 😂 Thank you so much!!!

@heatherluvsnkotb 2 года назад

Chrystalac seems to always need 4 hours, I don't know anyone that uses 3 hours. Also, it's a great idea to use gloves when applying even epoxy alternatives, per the MSDS sheet recommendations. Proper ventilation is also still recommended. A mask when sanding. Remember, these are still chemicals and caution should be used with both.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you!!!

@tysheannia09 2 года назад

Thank you so much for posting. I’m an epoxy user and have been using Crystalac products for a month. I love the easiness of using it just wish the dry time could be a little quicker due to the many coats.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

My pleasure!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@racheldike8253 2 года назад

Thank you so much for doing this!! I’ve been wondering if I should switch, just as it is the safer option 🤔 Your video is definitely making me think about it. Your tumbler work is amazing btw! I am always in awe of your work!❤️

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! 😊🙏🏾

@karenriley8529 2 года назад

Thanks. Always in search for Epoxy free applications. I have seen the resin never freed-up the $$$$ to explore it. I Do appreciate your spending time & $$$ MOST importantly your sharing.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@thiamata5346 2 года назад

This was a really good video. I'm very new as a tumbler maker and even though I bought other epoxy from other companies I'm thinking this might be a better way to go. The cups are gorgeous.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! ❤️🙏🏾

@Lavenderrose73 Год назад

Man those tumblers are beautiful!

@VMDDesigns Год назад

Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@smjgonz 2 года назад

I can not wait! I'd love to craft with my kids!

@CBlizard 2 года назад

Loved this and how the cups came out but, that's tooooooo many coats to do on just one tumbler. When you add those coats up, you could've already made 2 to 4 tumblers just from those additional layers. Aint nobody got time for that!! 😂 I'd rather stick with my epoxy, the doors open, and a fan blowing. I'm like you I have the patience of a gnat and that's one to many layers for my liking 😂😂 Love your personality, so much like mine!! Love it!

@laurie-lionessnotaewe5902 Год назад

I was eyeballing the purple early. It just looked smoother to me. I just don’t know about the price. 🤷🏻‍♀️ The triple coats, too…

@bethjanderson2571 2 года назад

I am thinking this would be the perfect, stuck inside due to weather, product! Thanks for your comparison.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

You’re welcome! 😊🙏🏾

@zoarfreeman4334 2 года назад

Great video and very fair review of both products. Personally love Crystalac and I was ALMOST convinced to try the watercote until you said it smelled after it dried. Then I was like ...nope, that's solvents giving off that smell. So, I thank you for being thorough. Now....smooth after only 7 coats of brite tone on chunky glitter!!!! It usually takes me 9 coats. I'm a horrible smoosher

@lynnpouesi9105 2 года назад

This made me go and smell my tumblers I have finished. Definitely no smell. Not sure how many days . Also I've never had to do 9 coats of watercote to finish. But I have never tried Britetone to compare

@laurasawyers5764 2 года назад

Waiting for my kit to come in!

@jennybear1212 2 года назад

What a wonderful tutorial! However, I don't know how tumbler makers could get their tumblers out to their customers in any sort of decent time frame with having that many coats! I'm so thankful I don't have an epoxy allergy (so far) --I'm a tad bit impatient, so.....12 coats per cup would have me over the edge. It is definitely a beautifully shiny cup though. Thank you for your honest review! Looking forward to seeing how the cup smells in a few days! #notacupsnifferbutiknowsome

@briannasullivan6535 2 года назад

Brite tone user here! I quote 4-8 weeks but it doesn’t take me nearly that long. 12 coats sounds like a lot but when you think about how quick it takes to apply a coat, it really isn’t all that bad. No complaints from any customers here on the time frame!

@elizaengen4141 2 года назад

good to know other options. thx.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

My pleasure! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@MinderellaCreations 2 года назад

Loved watching this! Great review and you are so adorable my friend! ❤️

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Mindyyyyyy!!!! Thank you so much, Sweetness! ❤️🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾

@nlilley25 2 года назад

Thanks for doing this, I have been wanting to try a safer option for my daughter also.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

You’re welcome!! 🙏🏾

@amandamartinez6124 2 года назад

Great video as always. I am new to tumbler making and have only used Brite Tone for the few i have done. I only use resin for mold work.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@PageCreations 2 года назад

Thank you Vanessa for showing this. I've been curious about some of these epoxy free products.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@marybethfischer9635 2 года назад

beautiful cups as always! thank you so much for doing this my granddaughter is excited to try this your video really helped me with my decision! thank you again and Molly say thank you extra girl!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Aw!!!! My pleasure Molly, have fun making tumblers with your awesome Grand Momma! ❤️❤️❤️

@jenniferthomas7201 2 года назад

Yeeeeessssss I said the pink was BT 💗 I've been using BT for about 8 months now on my tumblers. I love it since I can do my cups right in my warm Kitchen lol 😆

@clarystumblercreations9144 2 года назад

I was very very interested in trying the products but I don’t have time adding layers and layers. They are beautiful, Vanessa!!!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@wendyrobinson249 2 года назад

Beautiful as always. The WaterCote is definitely shinier, I noticed that right away. Great and fair review.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@kellimarie1088 2 года назад

Crystalac can go out after 5 days with gentle use for first 30 days

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you!! 🙏🏾

@teresacampbell9678 2 года назад

Thank you so much for trying these 2 products out. I have been wanting to try one of them for where I do epoxy it is too cold to do. Very informative. I love your cups. They are always amazing. I look forward to each video you post.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@jillsponder8861 2 года назад

Crystalac cups can be sent out after 5-7 days.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you! 🙏🏾

@jeffsgyrl11 2 года назад

Thanks for the in depth review! I was looking at Crystalac as an epoxy free option and will definitely take a further look at Just Resin now too. Great video!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much! Hyperion is another epoxy free option you may want to check out! I hadn’t heard of it when I did this review, but have heard good things!

@57brunnells 2 года назад

As always, you create such beautiful tumblers. This was so helpful to see the different products. ❤

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@pattibleau622 2 года назад

Thank you for the tutorial. Great information.

@carriephiggins 2 года назад

Girl, you’re so pretty!!! ❤️

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you! 😭❤️🙏🏾

@shirlytate1894 2 года назад

I love watching your videos. Wish you would do at least two a week. Great work.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Homeschooling my three munchkins takes up 80% of my time, lol. I’m dying pushing out one. 😂 So happy you enjoy them! ❤️

@ginnyshappyplacesherryegin2181 2 года назад

Great video! I loved the side by side comparison!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! ❤️❤️❤️

@lakeiagriffin2254 2 года назад

Great review of the products, beautiful designs as always, I think I'll stick with just resin because that Brite tone is alot

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

I hear you! Going forward, I will most likely continue using WaterCote. The shine is very similar to epoxy.

@heatherluvsnkotb 2 года назад

Thanks so much for this! I love your work. Absolutely gorgeous 😍. I can't to try the Just Resin and StarCraft Pure Coat as well for times I can't be outside.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@Kellye.with.an.e 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing your review. I’ve been considering changing from epoxy but think I’ll stick with it. I’d get so confused keeping up with which cup was on what coat number. Also love the versatility of what you can do with epoxy. But, if I ever develop an allergy to epoxy, then it’s great to have options. Love your videos!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@lillianlee657 2 года назад

You really don’t need to count the coats except when sanding and even that is approximate. I’ve never used epoxy but Crystalac has been around for 40+ years and non-toxic. They didn’t start as a tumbler making company but has been used in painting guitars for years. I love that it is a “made in America” company whose goal was always to make environmentally safe products. The track record is impressive!!

@tanyanelson3167 2 года назад

I love this tutorial. Thank you for all the info!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! My pleasure!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@phyllisgast8357 2 года назад

Very informative V! Thank you for being so informative 💜💜💜

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

My pleasure!!! 😊🙏🏾

@dary2howard 2 года назад

I loved this video!!! You're the GOAT!! keep being great!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@Madnessmakes 2 года назад

Great video! Thank you for the review! I’ve been wanting to try an epoxy free tumbler. And as always beautiful tumblers!💜

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@Scarred87 2 года назад

Great video! Very fair, can’t wait to see more videos ❤️

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@cybermum101 2 года назад

Love the video, as an Aussie getting crystalac products is hard and some need to be pre-ordered, I have the watercote and now cannot wait to try it! Just need to pre-order my glitter glue 😂😂 thank you for the great tutorial 🥰

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

My pleasure!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@karolosteen3313 2 года назад

Grateful for this video/review. Just wondering how cost effective this is compared to epoxy; the health benefits is a HUGE plus! I will wait until you review the other product to decide AND wondering about the odor you mentioned. I love the shine epoxy gives to a project & wondered if in real time, the shine is just as stunning as with epoxy.

@cheryltripp1739 2 года назад

I am a Crystalac user (Brite Tone) and have been using it for approximately a year now. I was a former epoxy user but severe reactions stopped that. I did all of the comparison as well when I switched just to make sure that I wasn't getting myself into a price bracket that my area would not tolerate and put me out of my cup making. The price is really comparable. I have figured out per coat amounts for my usage and honestly, it may even be a little cheaper. When I do the breakdown of my supplies on every order (just to make sure I'm making a decent profit) my cost for Crystalac is never as high as it had been for the epoxy. Get a small pint and give it a try - you will love it - P.S. I have never had an odor come from any of the products from Crystalac - can't say about the WaterCoat because I've never used it. Good luck and i hope you choose the safer nontoxic route!

@robinbarnes5104 2 года назад

Niiiice goodie box. Dang I’m jealous

@candicemendez2688 2 года назад

This is awesome! I am finishing up with my last bit of epoxy and will be making the switch! I love that there is an alternative to Brite Tone with fewer coats! Do you know when the Just Resin will be available for purchase? As always you are amazing and both cups are BEAUTIFUL!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much! The WaterCote is available on both the Just Resin and Gaylene’s websites! Links are in the description box! 😊

@shelandabrown7361 2 года назад

You can send cups out after 5 days.

@daniellewyrick5187 2 года назад

Great working review! Thanks!!!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thanks for watching!!! 🙏🏾❤️

@antoinetteturner5097 2 года назад

Love this!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@maryscraftycreations Год назад

Try Grand Finale from Crystalac

@sunshineschroderwfigsage8409 2 года назад

There are FOR SURE cup sniffers out there lol

@yolandenichols 2 года назад

First, I love your channel! Your fall tumblers last year are still my favorites! I’m curious if you’ve tried Hyperion or Diamond Coat? Do you have a patron or subscription group?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Hi! Thank you so much! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 I haven’t! I’ve heard good things about Hyperion, but haven’t tried it. Yes! My patreon info is in the description box! 😊

@maryeaves4195 2 года назад

Girl you are a hoot. I absolutely love watching your videos. They turned out Beautiful but, I do believe the water coat one is shinier. Question can you do all the same techniques we can with epoxy.... like with inks, etc?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

You can do some; like specific micas, glitters, and paints. (I know Crystalac has some mediums that you can use with epoxy free.) But epoxy is definitely more versatile with additives.

@marcivelez-ramos913 2 года назад

Great review!! Thank you so much!! 🙂

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

My pleasure!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@prptink 2 года назад

This is great 😊 thanks for doing this experiment. And you’re not the only one that has gotten a sniffer. I had one sniff the shirt I did 🤣 I’m like what?? 🤨🤯 but hey to each it’s own. Again awesome experiment! Stay blessed beautiful 🙏🏽 ❤️

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Yes!!! They are out there! 😂 Thank you so much, you too! ❤️🙏🏾

@wendygonzalez6049 2 года назад

Great information!! Thank you!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank YOU for watching! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@trishad4402 2 года назад

Lol I’m a cup sniffer. 😂

@angiesartkraftykreations3677 2 года назад

Great video, very helpful and informative. I still think I’ll stick with resin, lol. I just received some speed dry epoxy, can’t wait to try it. Have a wonderful day and weekend. 🤗🦋

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Totally hear you!!! I can do so much more with epoxy, but for my munchkin, she will enjoy making tumblers if she wants to. 😊

@angiesartkraftykreations3677 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns for sure, would love to know if she ends up using it and what she makes. I have 4 granddaughters who enjoy crafts as well 😁

@theresaharris8814 2 года назад

wow I thought there was just the brite tone! so thank you for this I was very curious about epoxy free life. so will you be making the change? thanks for the awesome review on this!💝

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Oh I will still be using epoxy, just because I can create so much more with it. But looking forward to sharing my tumbler making with my daughter using epoxy free products!

@SassyBabeDIY 2 года назад

Crystalac you have to wait 5 days

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Thank you! 🙏🏾

@MysticHeather 2 года назад

As awesome as it is to have products available that you don’t have to wear PPE for I would def lose my patience with all those layers. I have a cup sitting in my work space right now that’s had about 5 layers and needs one more and I’ve been putting it off bc I’m over it lol Ok I commented a little too soon… the time per layer application of epoxy is def the thing that puts me off working on a cup… if I didn’t already have so much invested in my resin stuff I might give one of those products a try

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

This! I definitely concede the fact that when you think about the actual time actively working on a tumbler, the epoxy free tumblers take less “working” time. In the time that I apply one coat of epoxy, I can apply 10-15 coats of an epoxy free product. My true hang up is you can do all the cool things with epoxy free that you can do with epoxy (paints, molds, micas, etc.) You can do some things, but not as much as you can with epoxy. If I could, I would definitely think about switching up!

@dawnpiens6629 2 года назад

Vanessa do you still have room in Pateron group? I don’t see where I can sign up on. Thanks you inspire me

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Hi! There is still room! would love to have you! 😊🙏🏾 www.Patreon.com/vmddesigns2018

@brendadillon2340 2 года назад

Great tutorial as usual! Just wondering about micro bubbles with these products, is it an issue?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

No bubbles on either!

@jodipeterson6581 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing. I’m interested in trying one? Which one would you recommend if you could only recommend one?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

I have no patience, so I would definitely recommend the WaterCote!

@jenniemariereads 2 года назад

Thank you for the tutorial! If you had to pick between Crystalac and Just Resin which would you pick?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Honestly, I would pick Just Resin WaterCote. It was smoother, shinier, and took less coats!

@jenniemariereads 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns thanks for the reply! I was kinda thinking the same thing. Did it take a while to come in from Australia?

@smjgonz 2 года назад

I have a cup sniffer!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Lol! I think we all have at some point! 😂😊

@ctconn35 2 года назад

Not happy with crystals, too runny for me, I use the glue though which I like

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Yes! I like the glue better than mod podge!

@arkansasmade8772 2 года назад

I don't understand how the britetone/watercote is quicker because I can apply epoxy after 3-4 hours and don't need 7-15 coats. I can also send a cup out 3-4 days after my last coat. so it seems it takes longer to use the epoxy free options. I understand *WHY* someone would want to do this but time wise... it seems like it takes longer. am I missing something?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

I was referring to working time, not cure times. 😊

@yvonnelozano243 2 года назад

I've been wanting to try making pens and tumblers for personal use but was hesitant using epoxy. You make it seem so easy. I was also wondering if these products are also good for molds? Do you know?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Hi! Because of how they dry, they are not good for molds.

@yolandenichols 2 года назад

Did the smell go away? I ordered some WaterCote to try. Shipping takes forever!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Yes! It went away!

@yolandenichols 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns thank you! I’m having a really hard time finding an epoxy free option I like. 😏

@SheWritesHerJourney_ 2 года назад

Beautiful cups, not the cup sniffers 🤣🤣😂

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Lolol!!! Thank you!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@SheWritesHerJourney_ 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns 😂 you’re so welcome hunni

@lettsgav001 2 года назад

hahahaha Cup sniffers are real!!

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

FACTS! 😂

@laurie-lionessnotaewe5902 Год назад

One question, did the smell go away?🤔

@VMDDesigns Год назад

yes!

@kendracline7988 2 года назад

Thank you for this video! I am thinking of getting into tumbler making, but scared of epoxy. I don’t have a well ventilated work area. Plus with my family and pets in the house. Do you know what temperature CrystaLac has to stay at to cure properly?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Hi! The website says between 68-75 degrees! www.crystalac.info/

@kendracline7988 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns Thank you!

@yolandenichols 2 года назад

Curious if you’re still using an proxy free alternative in addition to the epoxy? And if so, which one? I’m struggling to decide.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Hi!!! I personally do not have the time/patience for the epoxy free, so I have continued to use epoxy. I may still use the epoxy free I have on hand with my daughter, but her interest in cup making has waned in favor of drawing Anime. lol

@yolandenichols 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns I resemble that! Now that I have to try it, it’s making me crazy. I see sublimation in my future. 🤦‍♀️ Drawing anime sounds like fun! Can’t wait to see you turn her anime into a tumbler!

@suey.g2273 2 года назад

Gaylene Shaw is amazing.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

She was amazing to work with! ❤️

@suey.g2273 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns she’s an Aussie, like me. I’ve only done one watercote tumbler, but it was really easy to use. I did a tack it with a simple vinyl design and only had to use 4 or 5 coats.

@sadeadams311 2 года назад

What was the name of the purple glitter? and where did you get it from?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Hi! It’s the CarrBee glitter listed in the description box.

@sadeadams311 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns yes I clicked on the link but the color Chelsea you listed isn’t on there.

@irenegarcia118 2 года назад

What’s the difference in weight after so many layers?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Between epoxy and the epoxy free? I would say, even after all the layers, the layers of epoxy free, equals one “flood coat” of epoxy.

@ginnyshappyplacesherryegin2181 2 года назад

Are there any bubble issues like with epoxy?

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

None! You literally apply and walk away. This goes for both products!

@cathyrezba3132 2 года назад

How quickly were you able to reapply the Just Resin? I know it is four hours in between coats for Crystalac.

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

Hi! Same amount! Every four hours!

@cathyrezba3132 2 года назад

@@VMDDesigns Thank you for letting me know. 😁

@sonya-turtletidesart-whits8578 2 года назад

How did you feel about bubbles in the watercote cause apparently you can’t torch it I tried it the other day and I’m not sure how I feel about it yet I’ll try some more but interested how you dealt with air bubbles cheers in advance

@iiNaysCornerii 2 года назад

🤔 I would think that there wouldn't be bubbles since they happen due to whisking epoxy which has a thicker viscosity

@sonya-turtletidesart-whits8578 2 года назад

@@iiNaysCornerii must have just been something I did then lol cause I have bubbles on the information they said to prick the bubbles I’ll give it a few more trials thanks so much for your response

@VMDDesigns 2 года назад

I did notice any bubbles! I’ll have to check!