If you want to be able to avoid the issue of your resin leaking out under the frame onto your work surface, you can seal it. Simply remove the glass and apply an unbroken bead line of clear silicon (like for bathroom applications) on the back in the niche where the glass sits and then replace the glass. A razor blade or exacto knife will easily remove any visible silicon from the front of the glass. This also allows for a thicker application of resin, so you can add dried lichens, etc, as they should be completely coated, if not covered.

@aliachryssolor9570

4 жыл бұрын

Great advice Katje! Thank you.

Weldbond glue works great for gluing you frame and glass together!❤️

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Jeannine Summers thank you for that awesome tip!! 💕

Turned out beautifully! Don't know WHY anyone would give you thumbs down, we all have to start somewhere so I thought you did a great job! We've been looking for ideas on how to use my daughter's sea shells. This is perfect. Thanks!!! ❤️

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Avis Holt thank you so much for this 💜 I hope your daughter’s project turns out beautifully!

@lesliesauceman8093

5 жыл бұрын

Probably the audio. They sound like Alvin and the chipmunks. But I agree it's beautiful work.

Wow... beautiful. I love seashells.❤️

@aliachryssolor9570

4 жыл бұрын

SaolyArtStudio thank you so much! :)

Beautiful !!!!!

this is beautiful ! Thanks for the video Thanks to you I am definitely going to try this

Love it. Good work.

You don't know how much you helped me,thanks alot and good job😄😄❤

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to hear this helped you! Thank you kindly!! :)

Hello everyone! I uploaded some pictures of what this looks like now in its new home. I moved from CO to TX and it held up very nicely! www.chryssolor.com/seashell-art

@KMF3

3 жыл бұрын

I just love it so much. Would it work to have outside

So pretty!!! 😍😍😍

@aliachryssolor9570

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Beautiful! Thanks for this video! I want to make one and purchased craft water (gel) not knowing that you have to use resin instead! You saved me from a disaster!

it's gorgeous! Thank you for sharing!

This is beautiful thank you so much for the video.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

K C thank you!

This is exactly what I've been wanting to do. However, I was worried about trying it with just regular acrylic craft paints like this. So glad I came upon this video. Now I know I can go on and do it soon and not worry. The resin kits are so expensive that it's not worth doing a project with unless you're absolutely sure you're going to be doing it right. Tysmfs!!! :)

@aliachryssolor9570

4 жыл бұрын

That's so wonderful to hear, Sandra! I'm glad it helps. If you have any questions once you're ready to start, please feel free to ask. Best of luck on your project! :)

@sandramullikin5088

4 жыл бұрын

Alia Chryssolor, thank you, Alia. I got sick and haven't gotten a chance to get the supplies and start it just yet. However, I plan to real soon.

@lisamcdonald4397

4 жыл бұрын

@@sandramullikin5088 You don't need much resin. I picked up a kit for $8.00 at AC Moore for an 8 oz kit. You don't need more than a total of 4 oz for most projects.

@sandramullikin5088

4 жыл бұрын

lisa McDonald , oh ok, that’s good to know. Thank you!

This is so beautiful!

Beautiful! Thank you for the video have watched several times so hopefully am ready to get started 😀

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Ooooh can’t wait to see it! Thank you 💕

Inspirasi tiada henti, 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Awesome 👏

Lovely! I did this project using clear glue instead of more expensive resin. I tinted the glue an aqua colour and it turned out great! Only 69 pence a bottle at my local Poundland.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

YouGottaBeKidding that’s excellent! I just wanted something a bit more durable because I was getting ready to move and wanted it to transport well. :)

@yougottabekidding7476

5 жыл бұрын

@@aliachryssolor9570 1 second ago @Alia Chryssolor I have done several projects using the clear glue. I buy inexpensive large glass picture frames from the charity shops to use for my seashell art. Really fun to do and the clear glue acts like resin thus far. I have a couple of larger vintage windows that I'll do next.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

YouGottaBeKidding going to second hand shops is brilliant!! Thanks!

@marypalmer8678

5 жыл бұрын

Doesn’t glue turn yellow after a while?

@marypalmer8678

5 жыл бұрын

What kind of glue, please? ☺️

Thank you for sharing how to make this beautiful project!! I’ve been searching for tutorials on the glass art, and I notice some people glue the sea glass or shells down first and then pour resin over to set the entire art at one time. Do you ever need to do that or do you always just pour the resin first. Would love to see more if these DIY’s! Loved this one!

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Mom2mx2 hi!! Thank you! 💕 I didn’t pour over the top of the shells with clear because it’s in a safe spot where no one is going to be touching it. I also love for the texture of the broken glass pieces to show all of their reflective sides. If they’re covered completely in resin, they become nearly invisible. I’d be glad to do more like this one :) I’m currently editing a video of an antique headboard I’m refinishing - I hope you like that one too!

If you seal the back (I use caulk) you won't get the runoff out of the cracks...

Wow

I live on St Kitts:) Glad you liked Nevis.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Mcsteffiandboys lucky you! What an amazing place!

Beautiful piece..

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Ivana Valova thank you!

A fish in a shell cause us to be geniue

Beautiful. Older people have these issues. Would rather hear you explaining, then having the music. Can't See product labels at all. People that have slower internet get blurred words on the video.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Moozie Calf thank you so much for taking the time to explain that. I will be sure to do so in the future! 💕

Question. I got resin but it says for indoor use. What is the difference in resins that are indoor and outdoor use?

I was looking all over the internet for a how to on this type of seashell art. Thank you so much for doing the video. Also, thank you for putting a link to the epoxy. Just a thought for you: you might be able to put that link under the video and when people click on it you can make money from that.

@aliachryssolor9570

4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad it helped you, Brenda! I really appreciate the tip, too! I'll do that ;)

Very nice. What did you mix w the resin? I couldn't read the bottle. Very pretty project. Thank you.

Great video!!!!! How long do you have to let it dry for? Do you use any heat to help the process along? I saw what looks like a blower in the video on the left bottom corner. Thank you!

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Janet Mursuli hi! Thank you ☺️ Much appreciated! This resin needs 24 hours to fully set. If you’d like the link to where I got it on Amazon, I shared it on a few other comments. The little torch is to help bubbles come to the surface of the resin, but there was so much stuff on it, the bubbles didn’t matter anyway.

Very nice

This is beautiful! I'm new at this as well, do you have a video on using the blow torch to create the bubbles?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Wendie Davis awesome!! So the blow torch is actually to *remove* bubbles from the resin - so it’s nice and clear. I ended up not needing it for this project because I added sand and glass, which covered up any existing bubbles. I’d be glad to do a video that includes it though! Good luck with your project!

People are saying you can also use clear Elmer’s glue in place of the resin? Any thoughts?? I’m new at this so I’m looking for the best advice

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Cynthia Billiar hi! You *could* use clear glue... but remember glue will peel from slick surfaces like glass. Also, if it is ever damp, the glue could separate from the surface or glued items. I prefer to play it safe and make sure my ‘treasures’ are going to stick and resist fading/cracking for years to come. 😘

I actually appreciate the acid rock

It looks great. It doesn't show what the second mixer was. I see the first was crystal clear epoxy resin but I missed the second bottle?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

michele carreira hi! The resin comes in 2 bottles and they have to be mixed together. :)

Hello, beautiful work! Would I be able to use triple thick and get the same look and super strong hold for seashells? Thank you!

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

L K thank you! I haven’t used triple thick, but it’s a glaze, right? It sounds like it might not be thick enough to stay in place. Resin begins to harden as you are using it, so it becomes thicker.

@lkelley5708

5 жыл бұрын

Alia Chryssolor okay, thank you. That makes sense. Defiantly need to try something like this. So beautiful.

what kind of resin do you buy and where is the cheapest place ?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Sherry! I used this one from Amazon. They have great prices. www.amazon.com/EPOXY-RESIN-CRYSTAL-COATING-TABLETOPS/dp/B00V2GXD5A/ref=pd_bap_rp_24?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BDZDDESCZ9VYH22BSBWZ

What kind of paint do I mix in the resin epoxy?

@acpcoc

5 жыл бұрын

Any acrylic paint will do! :)

how did you finish off the back?

@aliachryssolor9570

4 жыл бұрын

It actually sits on a surface, so I didn't add any hardware. Here it is: www.chryssolor.com/seashell-art Hopefully that helps!

It doesn't look like you used that much resin. Did the large starfish stay on there without falling off with just that little amount?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Resin is incredibly strong! This project survived a move from Colorado to Texas without anything falling off. Glue would probably not hold up as well if it was moved around like that. Thanks for your question!

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

I uploaded some pics for you at www.chryssolor.com/seashell-art

You didn't have to Resin on top to seal the seashells?

@aliachryssolor9570

3 жыл бұрын

No, because it wasn't going to be disturbed and I didn't want the shells to be shiny. :)

Shoe Goo also works great.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

I've never tried that. Does it harden just like resin? Thanks!!

Lorraine: Hi! Thank you so much for the beautiful tutorial! Can you please leave me a link as to where I can purchase the same glass frame that you used to do your beautiful project on? Thank you!

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Hi! You can get one at Michaels.com or Walmart.com :)

@charlesmostert6929

5 жыл бұрын

@@aliachryssolor9570 Lorraine: Hi Alia, Thank you so much for letting me know!!! Hope you have a nice day!

Beautiful..where do they sell the resin? Love to try this

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

catherine saulnier EPOXY RESIN CRYSTAL CLEAR 32 oz Kit. FOR SUPER GLOSS COATING AND TABLETOPS www.amazon.com/dp/B00V2GXD5A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_uTvNCbCN5HGKK

Wow this is amazing I can’t wait to make it! How long does it take for the resin to dry? Can I get it at my local craft shop?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Nina Po thank you! I let the resin dry for 24 hours. It can be found at a craft shop - I got this on Amazon though. It’s usually much cheaper! I’d love to see it when you’re done!!

@natynina8979

5 жыл бұрын

Alia Chryssolor awesome. I love amazon. This is truly amazing and I am going to try to make it this weekend.

You mention in the beginning that you mix the resin into one ounce cups. It looks like you mix 2 types of resin. Is it only one type? What is the name of the resin to get on Amazon?

@tequilasunrise815

5 жыл бұрын

resin is always in two cans, the resin and the hardener :)

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Here is the link to the one I got on Amazon. It's very reasonably priced. www.amazon.com/dp/B01LWT156B/ref=sxts_kp_lp_3?pf_rd_p=8778bc68-27e7-403f-8460-de48b6e788fb&pd_rd_wg=KbKf8&pf_rd_r=A0KX1BR9PKQ9SAVY0BV9&pd_rd_i=B01LWT156B&pd_rd_w=7Q2PG&pd_rd_r=c8adc83a-e9ce-4a40-98d6-66126b7dcdd0&ie=UTF8&qid=1546790383&sr=3

Beautiful!! How long does it take to be completely dry?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Odette Turcotte thank you Odette! It takes 24 hours to fully cure.

@odetteturcotte4729

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the quick reply!!

Can I ask do you use a heat gun or a torch? I'm a hit confused on when I'm meant to use it? Thanks. Amazing picture.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Jessica Bale hi! For this project, you won’t need one. It’s primarily for removing bubbles from resin pours. You can’t see the bubbles in this because all of the seashells/glass/sand cover them up anyway ☺️ Thank you!

@jessicabale1459

5 жыл бұрын

@@aliachryssolor9570 sorry last question. I've seen some people use pigment. Do you use this for this particular art of just the acrylic paint? Thanks.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Jessica Bale no worries! Ask as many questions as you want to. You could use pigment, mica powder, or acrylic paint. They all look nice! This one is just the acrylic craft paint.

I see you have a heat gun next to your art, did you use that to speed drying?

@acpcoc

5 жыл бұрын

No, it's to get rid of bubbles in the resin. They are pulled to the surface with the heat.

C I was gonna make one of these, do you put all this on the front or back side of the glass?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Amy Whisnant hi! I put it on the front of the glass. Good luck! 💕

You didn't indicate how you keep the resin from going under the glass.

@acpcoc

5 жыл бұрын

Don't pour too much on there! ;)

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

It's a pretty thick substance, but be conservative with how much you use because it will spread out.

song sounds familiar, is it portugal. the man?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Brianna Ramos no, it’s a royalty free pick from you tube :)

So since you took out the back piece from the frame, how do you hang it or how did you display it?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

starryy1980 I’ll post a pic for you in a bit!

Prefer you describing what you're doing. So how did you exactly let everything stick? Who was on the phone?

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

I will describe next time. Thanks for the feedback! No one on the phone... just learning how to edit sound lol

Hi Alia, I am looking for the list of everything I need to do this project. I have lots of seashells and sand and such. I know nothing about Resin or Acrylics. Can you please forward me the list of things I need. Thank you so much, Tressia

@aliachryssolor9570

4 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your project, Tressia! Resin: www.amazon.com/EPOXY-RESIN-CRYSTAL-COATING-TABLETOPS/dp/B00V2GXD5A/ref=pd_bap_rp_24?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BDZDDESCZ9VYH22BSBWZ Cups with Measurement Lines: www.amazon.com/Disposable-Graduated-Clear-Plastic-Measuring/dp/B07TV8LL72/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=cups+with+measurement+lines+for+resin&qid=1574384994&sr=8-12 Wooden Mixing Sticks: www.amazon.com/Darice-Piece-Natural-Finish-Sticks/dp/B001VDKHN0/ref=sxin_3_ac_d_rm?ac_md=0-0-Y3JhZnQgc3RpY2tz-ac_d_rm&keywords=craft+sticks&pd_rd_i=B001VDKHN0&pd_rd_r=d69a343f-8959-45c4-94d0-034aea096759&pd_rd_w=u2Z7d&pd_rd_wg=e9ddA&pf_rd_p=6d29ef56-fc35-411a-8a8e-7114f01518f7&pf_rd_r=PQ6ZFQXDECXVVF3R5HSB&psc=1&qid=1574385138 White Small Cups: www.amazon.com/3-Ounce-Plastic-Bathroom-150-Count-Package/dp/B00QLFPJIQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=small+cups+white+plastic&qid=1574385068&sr=8-1 Crushed Glass: www.michaels.com/turquoise-crushed-glass-by-ashland/10556541.html Sand: www.michaels.com/decorative-tan-colored-sand/D064301S.html Medium Sized Shells: www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Basic-Crafts/Seashells/India-Mix-Shells/p/23873 Small Sized Shells: www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Basic-Crafts/Seashells/World-Mix-Shells/p/23869 Starfish: www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Basic-Crafts/Seashells/White-Armoured-Starfish/p/80941442 Frame: www.michaels.com/white-lifestyles-3-opening-frame-by-studio-decor-5-in-x-7-in/10507012.html Metallic Green Paint: www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Stencils-Craft-Paints/Acrylic-Craft-Paints/Green-Americana-Multi-Surface-Metallic-Acrylic-Paint/p/80937519 Metallic Blue Paint: www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Stencils-Craft-Paints/Acrylic-Craft-Paints/Turquoise-Americana-Multi-Surface-Metallic-Acrylic-Paint/p/80937515 Gloves: www.amazon.com/Halyard-Health-41659-bx-Sensiguard-Sterling/dp/B07DKSBX7Y/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=grey+medical+gloves&qid=1574385696&sr=8-3

@ritawashere5787

4 жыл бұрын

@@aliachryssolor9570 I appreciate the list as well. My daughter wanted me to make her one I've never used resin before. I don't know why it makes me nervous ☺️. This is so beautiful ❤️ thank you so much. Have a beautiful day.

@abstractboss

4 жыл бұрын

Alia Chryssolor have you thought about signing up for amazon affiliate. You can create a storefront with one link to give people and it’s easier for them to grab multiple items without having to come back to KZread. It helped me out a lot so hopefully it helps you because I remember the days of posting links like you did above 😂 this art piece is absolutely beautiful. Long before a lot of artists started doing the ocean resin art. Good job!!! 🥰

Τι κόλα ρευστή βάζετε???

@aliachryssolor9570

3 жыл бұрын

Χρησιμοποίησα εποξειδική ρητίνη δύο μερών

Wish I could've heard what you were saying

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

lol gotta figure out how to do this sound editing!

Love the video but am I the only one where the voice is like chipmunks? Not sure if it's my computer or if it's real. Thank you for the instructions

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Debbie Jones thank you for your comment! I have only created one video on KZread so far, and I didn’t get the audio right. My apologies! Kindly, Alia

@debbiejones6265

5 жыл бұрын

OK. No worries. I just wasn’t sure if you were aware. And I wasn’t sure if it was just my computer. But I like the video because it showed me how to do that. Thank you

Ive done the same thing my self. I hear chipmuncks not good

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see it! lol sorry for the sound... still learning how to edit!

Be careful with having conversations in the background. And no music…

Music is sucking

I liked it until she cluttered it with all the shells.

@aliachryssolor9570

5 жыл бұрын

Everyone has different taste! You can always do fewer on yours

Not a fan

It’s beautiful, but , the silly fast talking n the background spoils the video. Sorry, try to be constructive.