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    Snowflake Resin Ornaments

    By Stacy 36 Comments

    I had Shane pull the tree out of the garage attic last night and I spent the morning fluffing it so I could decorate it with some of the ornaments I made this week. Last week I made mini letterboard ornaments but this week I am sharing one of my favorite mediums to work with...resin!  I have two versions of snowflake resin ornaments for you This is a fun DIY projects that your kids could help you with. You could also come up with your own versions! I'll walk you through the steps and give you my tips for working with resin, including my secret weapon to ensure you don't get bubbles!

    This post is sponsored by Wagner Spray Tech but all ideas and opinions are 100% my own!

     

    Clear Cast Resin Ornaments With Snowflakes

     

    White Resin Snowflake Ornaments

     

    Supplies for Snowflake Resin Ornaments

     

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    Snowflake Silicone Mold

    Circle Silicone Mold 

    Clear Resin

    White Resin

    Wagner HT400 Heat Gun

    Snowflake Confetti

     

     

    Step 1

    The resin will come in two bottles. Measure equal parts into a container and mix well. If you do not mix long enough, the resin will not set up.  Don't ask me how I know :/

     

    Step 2

    Once the resin has been mixed thoroughly, you can pour the resin into the molds.

    Step 3

    Add the snowflake confetti to the clear resin ornaments. They will sink slightly.

     

    Step 4

    Use the Wagner HT400 Heat Gun to get rid of any bubbles that formed while mixing. This is my secret weapon to getting super clear resin projects. It is so fun to watch them pop!

    TIP: I opted to do two thin layers so the snowflakes were at different depths. To do this, add a thin layer (⅛"-¼") and add a snowflake or two. Wait for at least 6 hours (so the first layer has hardened) and then add another thin layer of resin with more snowflakes. The clear resin takes 24 hours to dry enough to remove from molds.

     

    The white resin sets up much faster than the clear resin. I mixed up small batches (enough to do three at a time) to prevent it from starting to harden before it was poured.

    Step 5

    Once the snowflake resin ornaments have completely cured and are hard, you can drill small holes in the tops.

     

    The clear resin ornaments almost look like they have been etched. I love the look! And even though it was hard to photograph them to show the different depths of the flakes, I am really happy with how they look in person.

     

     

    In the past I have used the snowflake molds to make white chocolate snowflakes and I love that these look almost good enough to eat :)

     

    Speaking of using heat guns to make ornaments, several years ago I made these icicles. They are easier than you might think! And they won't shatter and break if they fall. Even better :)

     

    Do you have a tradition of making ornaments? What are some of your favorite kinds?

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    Comments

    1. Jamie

      November 21, 2019 at 10:21 am

      I love those snowflakes! So pretty. I made some baking soda ornaments with my kids a few years ago. They live pulling them out every year.

      Reply
    2. Anne Marie

      November 21, 2019 at 12:59 pm

      I love to make dried cinnamon ornaments - made with applesauce and they smell divine.

      Reply
    3. Lisa Smith

      November 21, 2019 at 11:47 pm

      I like to make ornaments with pinecones collected from outside and silk holly leaves and berries. I love these resin ones!

      Reply
    4. Shannon

      November 22, 2019 at 4:14 am

      Seashells make beautiful ornaments. Especially if you live in Florida.

      Reply
    5. Sharon Moore

      November 22, 2019 at 4:46 am

      they are so cute Where do you find the big snowflake mold?

      Reply
    6. Cheryl

      November 22, 2019 at 5:57 am

      I like to make edible ornaments like gingerbread men.

      Reply
    7. Brix

      November 22, 2019 at 6:03 am

      Love making all kinds of ornaments with my children. Our favorite is clear ornaments with any color paint. We set a day every December to spend some time on this craft and listen to Christmas music. It's so much fun!

      Reply
    8. Ali

      November 22, 2019 at 6:05 am

      My favorite is making wooden ornaments.

      Reply
    9. Stafford

      November 22, 2019 at 6:07 am

      I love the icicles. So pretty and elegant. I've made a few for our tree.

      Reply
    10. Sean

      November 22, 2019 at 6:11 am

      Your snowflake molds are stunning. Our family gets together during the holidays and make and trade ornaments. On the top of my list are pine cones with cotton balls to appear like snow has fallen on the trees.

      Reply
    11. Krista Hawkins

      November 22, 2019 at 6:21 am

      I love using Fimo clay for ornament making!

      Reply
    12. Colleen Johnson

      November 22, 2019 at 8:11 am

      Would love to win the HT 400 Heat Gun!

      Reply
    13. Alina

      November 22, 2019 at 8:13 am

      We love making snow globes.

      Reply
    14. Mary Payton

      November 22, 2019 at 8:21 am

      I would love to try the clear resin ornaments, they are beautiful.

      Reply
    15. Lilly T

      November 22, 2019 at 8:55 am

      This is such a great idea! I love Christmas tree ornaments and our family creates one every year, so this is just perfect. That Heat Gun would be a great addition to our tools. I can think of so many uses!!! Thanks for the post :)

      Reply
    16. Jennifer Hess

      November 22, 2019 at 9:07 am

      Those look awesome! I might just have to try them. In the past I've crocheted snowflakes and made cinnamon ornaments.

      Reply
    17. Trisha

      November 22, 2019 at 9:14 am

      I love the clear ones! So much fun! I have been using up an old book and taking the pages to make different ornaments for my tree. Fun!

      Reply
    18. rana durham

      November 22, 2019 at 9:29 am

      I LOVE MAKING EDIBLE ORNAMENTS EVEN IF THEY DO NOT LAST TOO MUCH ON LIST

      Reply
    19. beverly e

      November 22, 2019 at 9:30 am

      These resin ornaments are so pretty! I fill clear glass globes with different natural materials or paint on designs. Thanks for the giveaway!

      Reply
    20. Cindy McTigue

      November 22, 2019 at 12:13 pm

      These are adorable and classic. Very pretty.

      Cindy

      Reply
    21. kelly tupick

      November 22, 2019 at 12:16 pm

      I like to bulbs with picture and names in rememberance for the holidays.

      Reply
    22. Christina w

      November 22, 2019 at 12:19 pm

      We love to paint ceramic ornaments!

      Reply
    23. Noreen

      November 22, 2019 at 2:08 pm

      I make all kinds of ornaments. This year I am making Tomtes (Scandinavian Gnomes). Your snowflakes turned out so pretty - especially the clear ones. Thanks for the chance to win the heat gun.

      Reply
    24. Carrie

      November 22, 2019 at 4:16 pm

      So simple and so elegant! Love them!

      Reply
    25. Karen Anderson

      November 22, 2019 at 5:41 pm

      I haven't made any beyond second grade but this looks like fun! How did you make the spiral icicles? I would like to try that!

      Reply
    26. Sara Zielinski

      November 22, 2019 at 5:45 pm

      This is a really cute ornament. I like to make perler bead ornaments.

      Reply
    27. Audrey Stewart

      November 22, 2019 at 7:21 pm

      We love all the ones the children make at school.

      Reply
    28. Jeanna Massman

      November 22, 2019 at 11:48 pm

      I love painting wooden ornaments. I’ve also made some ornaments melting peppermint candies.

      Reply
    29. jeremy mclaughlin

      November 23, 2019 at 2:19 pm

      Like snow globe ornaments.

      Reply
    30. Melissa L.

      November 23, 2019 at 10:25 pm

      I like to make easier ones as I haven't made on in ages. Even popcorn garland! These look cute though!

      Reply
    31. Rebecca B

      November 24, 2019 at 3:27 pm

      These look like so much fun to make! I can't wait to give it a try!

      Reply
    32. Heather B

      November 24, 2019 at 3:54 pm

      I love making paper ornaments with my kids and glass ornaments with my sister.

      Reply
    33. Melissa Storms

      November 24, 2019 at 10:51 pm

      I have been on a wool felt ornament kick lately.

      Reply
    34. Erin

      November 28, 2019 at 7:14 pm

      I've never made anything other than popcorn garland and paper snowflakes.

      Reply
    35. laura bernard

      November 28, 2019 at 7:37 pm

      snowflakes and trucks1

      Reply
    36. Cassandra D

      November 29, 2019 at 7:29 pm

      I would say a topper and handmade Angel ornaments.

      Reply

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