Mold release to make it easier to get the hardenedcasting out of the mold (optional).A mold (available from your crafts store, or youcan make your own).Some disposable (unwaxed) cups to mix it in.Here's what you need to begin acrylic resin casting: Coat them with a sealant known generically as a vinyl resin glue/sealer, allow it to dry, and then embed the object in the resin. Some items your child might enjoy casting are pieces of colored glass, coins, dead insects or other natural specimens, marbles, leaves, pressed or whole flowers, hardware or parts like nuts and bolts, rocks, seeds, beans, grains, shells, old jewelry or watch parts.as I said, just about anything.Įven photographs can be encased in plastic, but you'll need to seal them first to protect them. This craft allows you to embed or encase just about anything in a clear plastic shape. Make sure your containers and molds are clean, too.Ī craft more suitable for older children (age eight and up) is acrylic resin casting.

You can cover the mold with plastic wrap while you're wating for the layer to harden to help minimize dust and debris.

Dust will get into the mold and become a permanent part of your project. If the directions say 45 drops, make it 45 drops! You may also have to make some adjustments depending on the room temperature in which you're working. When you're working with resin casting, make sure that you measure your plastic and catalyst carefully.

Rose encased in resin