Big Glam Resin Gem Paperweight DIY ~ Craft Klatch ~ Home Decor

Glam up your desk with the big DIY resin gem!  It's really easy to make! 

Check out this quick video to see exactly how I made it!

Sugar Skull Decoration! Resin Craft ~ Halloween DIY ~ Craft Klatch

Create this big Sugar Skull as a Halloween Decoration or for a Day of the Dead decoration! 

Here is a quick video tutorial, so you can see exactly how I made it!  

Halloween Spider Silhouette Coaster DIY ~ Another Coaster Friday ~ Craft Klatch

It's always fun to make things for Halloween!  I like to make more involved project and easy projects.  This one is pretty easy.  I've also wanted to get my Cricut involved in my Halloween projects and this seemed perfect!

Here is the quick video tutorial, so you can see exactly how I did it!

Garbage to Gorgeous® #17: Glam Resin Table Makeover ~ DIY

Garbage to Gorgeous® is back!!!  I've had this table in my garage FOR-E-VER!  

I found the table on the side of the road, in the trash.  The top had broken slate and it was a little rusty.  I decided to go for a glam resin look, while adding natural elements.  The last time I did something like this, it was the Beauty of Nature Coaster and I wanted to try it on a larger scale.  

DIY: How To Make Spring Bird Home Decor | Woodworking | Craft Klatch

I love the look of birds in home decor.  I thought I would like to make some for spring.  They have a whimsical and fun look!

You will need:

-  3/4" plywood

-  Saw:  http://amzn.to/2ooQGpy

-  14 gauge copper wire

-  Soldering iron:  http://amzn.to/2oI6W6J

-  Solder

-  Flux:  http://amzn.to/2pNN6qa

-  Acrylic paint

Here is the video tutorial:

Directions:
1.  Draw a simple bird shape onto a piece of paper and cut it out.

2.  Trace the bird onto the plywood.

3.  Cut out the bird shapes and sand the edges.

4.  Paint the birds.  Allow to dry.

5.  Drill holes into the bottom of the birds for the legs.

6.  Sand it to give it a little distressed look.  

5.  Take the copper wire and cut to length for the legs and the toes.

6.  Solder the legs and toes together.

7.  Insert the legs into the bottom of the birds and adjust as needed.

8.  Remove the legs and add a dab of glue and reinsert.  Allow to dry.

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Now you have these adorable birds!

That's it!  I hope you like them!

Remember:  Life's too short not to shimmer, so grab your glue gun and your glitter!™  Stay safe!

Mona

DIY: How To Make Abstract Resin Pour Art Coasters | Another Coaster Friday | Craft Klatch

We've made some abstract resin canvases, but some of you have mentioned being intimidated by jumping in on a large piece.  Luckily, you can try doing it on a smaller scale, by experimenting on coaster sized projects!

The links below help support this channel,  as I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

You will need:
Coaster mold:  http://amzn.to/2mycyi1
Resin:  http://amzn.to/2mwRS9n
or FastCast:  http://amzn.to/2nJibdD
Pigments
Yellow:  http://amzn.to/2mycMFT
Blue:  http://amzn.to/2mydHGw
Purple:  http://amzn.to/2nJ6ofk

Here is the video tutorial:

Directions:

1.  Mix one ounce of resin.  Depending on which resin you use, you can use a resin the cures white, or you can use a clear resin and add white pigment.

2.  Pour the mixed resin into the coaster mold.  Pop the bubbles and let it cure a minimum of 12 hours.

3.  Remove the coaster from the mold.

4.  Place it on a raised surface and mix two ounces of resin.

5.  Split the resin into three cups.

6.  Choose your pigment colors and add them to the resin.  Mix well.

7.  Pour the different colors on your elevated coaster.  It may spill over the edges, but it may not. 

8.  Pop the bubbles and allow to cure.

That's it!  Now you have a small abstract resin art piece!

Thanks for stopping by!  Remember:  Life's too short not to shimmer, so grab your glue gun and your glitter!™  Stay safe!

Mona

Resin Easter Chick Coasters | Resin Project | Another Coaster Friday | Craft Klatch | How To

Get ready to make a cute Easter coaster, with little chicks and glitter!

You will need:

Coaster mold:  http://amzn.to/2mptda4

Resin:  http://amzn.to/2mpQ0Td

Green glitter - I used green glitter flakes and then s little bit of green chunky glitter

Wood chick stickers:  I found them at Michaels

Here is the video tutorial:

Directions:

1.  Mix one ounce of resin, according to the package directions.

2.  Mix in the glitter flakes and a little bit of the green chunky glitter.

3.  Pour it into the mold.  Pop bubbles and allow it to cure.

4.  Once cured, you can stick the little chicks onto the resin.  I will suggest that you add some glue because I had one pop up on me.  I little crazy glue behind it will do the trick.

5.  Once the glue has dried, mix one maybe two ounces of resin and pour it over the chicks.

6.  Pop bubbles with your lighter and allow it to cure.  Because the chicks have a space between the resin and the actual wood, there will be more bubbles than usual, so just keep an extra eye on it.

Once cured, you have a super cute Easter coaster!

Thanks for stopping by!  Remember:  Life's too short not to shimmer, so grab your glue gun and your glitter!®  Stay safe!

Mona

Resin Cupcake Coasters | DIY Projects| Another Coaster Friday | Craft Klatch | How To

Cupcakes are fun and brighten everyone's day, especially if they are colorful like these!

You will need (affiliate links):

Coaster mold:  http://amzn.to/2lJOjAc

Resin (use whatever resin brand you like):
FX Poxy:  http://amzn.to/2AF3Pkk ~ According to the manufacturer, this one is heat resistant to 500 degrees F.
Easy Cast:  http://amzn.to/2yjYmBC
Art Resin:  http://amzn.to/2yk9X3z
Clear Cast:  http://amzn.to/2z4rxGw

Wood cutouts:  I found them at Michaels

Fine glitter:  Match it to your colors:  https://amzn.to/2QhkdEu

Acrylic paint: The colors depend on what you want.

Chunky glitter:  Pick a fun background color:  https://amzn.to/2PpW35B

Here is the video tutorial:

Directions:
1.  I found these wood cupcake cut outs.  Mix two ounces of resin, according to the package directions.

2.  Separate into two different cups (one ounce each).  Add desired glitter into each cup and pour into coaster mold.

3.  Pop bubbles with lighter and allow it to cure for at least 12 hours.

4.  While it is curing, you can paint your cupcakes, whatever color you want.  I used acrylic paints.  Figure it will take at least two coats.

5.  When the resin has cured and the paint has dried, put packing tape on the back.  Be sure to burnish it down, so it is well adhered.  

6.  Mix a small amount of resin and mix in fun glitter.  Carefully drip the mixtures into the open areas of the cupcakes.

7.  Carefully and quickly run your lighter over the resin areas. Remember, you are running a lighter over a piece of wood.  Do not leave it over one spot too long.  You do not want to set you project ablaze!

8.  Once cured, remove the tape and use a small amount super glue, on the back, to tack it to the resin.  Just a couple of small drops on the back of the cupcakes should do it.  Place them onto the resin and let them dry.

9.  Once they have dried, mix two more ounces of resin and pour it over the the cupcakes.  TIP:  Because there are voids between the wood and the resin, you will get more bubbles than usual.  Be vigilant and keep checking and popping bubbles, until they stop appearing.

10.  Allow to cure a minimum of 12 hours before unmolding.

That's it!  Pop those puppies out of the mold and you have fun coasters to brighten your decor and your day!

Thanks for stopping by!!
Remember:  Life's too short not to shimmer, so grab your glue gun and your glitter!™  Stay safe!

Mona

Easy Bead Drink Coaster | DIY Project | Another Coaster Friday | Craft Klatch | How To

I thought I would try something a little different this week.  I used small glass beads to make a coaster.  I think it turned out great!  Beads are beautiful!

You will need:

-  Cork rounds:  http://amzn.to/2lRbzx3

-  Glass seed beads:  http://amzn.to/2lnt0Eu

-  Hot glue:  http://amzn.to/2lnH6Gh

-  Ultimate glue:  http://amzn.to/2lR9fWI
-  Fishing line:  http://amzn.to/2kOVvI0

Here is the video tutorial:

Directions:

1. String beads onto the fishing line.  The amount you need will depend on the size of your beads and the size of your cork round.  I needed roughly 74 inches.

2.  Knot both ends, so the beads don't fall off.

3.  Using a combination of hot glue and Ultimate glue, you will glue the beads onto the cork round.  Start with a small bit of hot glue in the center of the cork round and place one end of the bead string into the hot glue and let it cool.  

4. Once cooled, spread the other glue around cork round, a little bit at a time.

5.  Keep winding it around itself and adding glue.  The hot glue will hold the beads in place, while the other glue dries and creates a stronger bond.

6.  When you are done, be sure to allow the glue to dry before you snip the end (if needed).

7.  If you have a gap in the very middle, then just glue a couple of loose beads in the middle.

8.  I placed a piece of parchment paper on it and put a book on top, while it dried.  Cork rounds can sometimes begin to curl, while they dry.  The book kept it nice and flat.

That's it!  Now you have a coaster that can with stand your coffee or tea cup as well.

Thanks for stopping by!  Remember:  Life's too short not to shimmer, so grab your glue gun and your glitter!™  Stay safe!

Mona

Jord Watch $180 GIVEAWAY! Craft Klatch

The fine people at Jord Watch wanted to give my subscribers a chance to win a generous $180 Store Credit + free shipping and it's open internationally!  

Here is one of their beautiful watches:

Because you all are awesome, I definitely wanted to pass it along to you!  This giveaway is open exclusively to Craft Klatch subscribers.  If you haven't already, remember to subscribe to Craft Klatch on YouTube and you can do that right here:  http://www.youtube.com/craftklatch.

Be sure to show Jord Watch some love on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, by using #JordWatch and give them a big thank you and let them know that you found out about the giveaway on #CraftKlatch.

If you can't wait, they are also offering a $25 coupon code, so you can go shopping and save immediately!  

Coupon Code:  yt57692 - this will expire on 2/26/17

For more details and to enter the giveaway:  

Giveaway Link: https://www.woodwatches.com/g/yt57692

End Date: 2/26/17

Grand Prize: $180 store credit - Free Shipping - Free Sizing

Open Internationally

All Gift Codes will expire on 6/30/17

*At the completion of the giveaway, you will receive an email from Jord Watch to let you know if you won the giveaway or not.  You will not receive a message from Craft Klatch.

Here are links to all of Jord's social media, be sure to follow:

Website:  woodwatches.comhttp://www.woodwatches.com

Twitter:  @woodwatches_com

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/JordWoodWatches

Instagram: woodwatches_com 

Pinterest:  https://www.pinterest.com/jordwoodwatches/

You can see the watch more closely here:

Thanks for stopping by and good luck!  Remember:  Life's too short not to shimmer, so grab your glue gun and your glitter!™  Stay safe!

Mona

*Jord Watch sent me a watch to review and paid compensation.  The ideas and opinions are all my own.

Valentine's Day Sequin Resin Coaster | DIY Projects | Another Coaster Friday | Craft Klatch | How To

I've had the pink sequins in my drawer, for quite some time.  There are some green ones in there too.  I've been meaning to put them in a coaster, but you know how it goes.  Then, I had someone share their beautiful sequin coasters with me and I decided to incorporate my forgotten sequins into this week's Valentine's Day coaster!  Along with an earring from a different era, I think it came out quite pretty!

You will need:
Coaster mold: http://amzn.to/2jrgnGI
Resin:  http://amzn.to/2j6FY9y
Sequin:  http://amzn.to/2jrgxOk
A big silver heart:  try craft stores, your jewelry  box, or check 1985 😉

Here is the video tutorial:

Directions:

1.  Mix one ounce of resin, according to the package directions.

2.  Mix in sequins.

3.  Pour resin/sequin mixture into coaster mold.

4.  Pop bubbles with lighter.

5.  Cut off earring finding from heart earring.

6.  Drop the heart into the resin.  Allow it to cure for a little while, until you are sure nothing is floating.

7.  Mix one ounce of resin and pour it over the coaster.

8.  Pop bubbles and allow to cure.

That's it!  Once cured take it out of the mold and you have a beautiful coaster!

Thanks for stopping by!  Remember:  Life's too short not to shimmer, so grab your glue gun and your glitter!™  Stay safe!

Mona

Frozen Coasters Giveaway! Craft Klatch DIY!

Here is your chance to win the Frozen coasters!!!

IMPORTANT:
This is open internationally.  If you are under the age of 18, you will need to get your parents' permission before entering.   I will announce the winner here and on my Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/craftklatch1, so be sure to check back here and/or there.  I will also email the winner, with the email they provided when entering - make sure you provide the correct email and check it!  Once announced, the winner will have 48 hours to respond, otherwise a new winner will be chosen.  It is required that you be Subscribed to Craft Klatch on YouTube, in order to win, so be sure to do that now here:  Craft Klatch YouTube Channel.

See what they look like here:  

Enter below:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

If you want to see how to make them, check it out here:

Good luck everyone!  Remember:  Life's too short not to shimmer, so grab your glue gun and your glitter!™  Stay safe!

Mona

Another Coaster Friday ~ 2016 Year in Review!

It's the last Friday of the year, so it's a perfect time to review what we did on Another Coaster Friday!!!

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Here are coasters from years past:

Happy New Year everyone!  Much love and appreciation for having you on this journey with me!

Mona