This post is brought to you by Resiners. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Let’s make a resin tumbler! Along with sharing how to create a resin-coated, glittery tumbler with a Taylor Swift lyric, I’ll introduce an essential tool for any resin crafter: the Resiners Purair Air Purifier.
It’s on Kickstarter right now and is designed to keep your workspace clean and safe by filtering fumes and particles. It;s perfect for the colder months too when you can’t always keep windows open for ventilation.
Step-by-Step Tutorial: DIY Taylor Swift Lyric Tumbler with Resin
Supplies Needed
- Stainless steel tumbler
- Tumber turner
- Spray paint
- Painter’s tape
- Resin (two-part epoxy)
- Glitter and mica powder
- Heat gun
- Sandpaper or blocks or palm sander (180-220 grit recommended)
- Vinyl for custom quote
- Resin dryer (optional but speeds the process)
- Air purifier (optional but highly recommended)
Resin Tumbler Prep
Tape off the tumbler top
Start by taping off the stainless steel parts to avoid getting spray paint on them.
Spray-paint the exposed areas outside for ventilation and allow the paint to dry completely.
Set Up the Resner’s Air Purifier
Before you begin with resin, set up your air purifier. Follow the steps to install the air filter and plug it in.
For the first use, take off the top and remove the filter from the plastic bag.
Find the cord in the top and plug it in to the base and replace the top. Then plug the power cord into an outlet.
Press the power button and then either the fan speed, or I just set mine to Auto mode, allowing it to adjust as it detects changes in air quality.
Set up the Tumbler Turner
Turner setup: Secure the post into the tumbler turner with the cup on the end. Turn the spinner on so the cup will slowly rotate while you work.
Set a silicone mat or wax paper under the cup to catch extra glitter and any resin drips. This protects the base of the turner and the work surface.
Add Resin and Glitter to Tumbler
Mix Resin: For this first coat, mix about an ounce of resin. Follow the instructions of the brand of resin you are using. It is likely a 1:1 ratio of Part A to Part B.
Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing cup as you stir.
Apply Resin: Drizzle the resin over your tumbler and spread it evenly with a gloved hand.
Add Glitter: While the resin is still wet, sprinkle holographic glitter over the tumbler. Use a heat gun to remove any air bubbles, which also helps the glitter spread more evenly.
If you have a resin dryer (it’s a warming chamber that helps speed up the curing process of the resin) you can set the cup in it now.
After an hour, carefully remove the tape to avoid it getting permanently stuck. If there is resin on the stainless steel part, wipe it with a cleaning wipe or paper towel with rubbing alcohol.
Once the resin layer has fully cured, sand it down with 180-grit sandpaper – this helps the next layer of resin bond best.
For the Second Layer of Resin
Tape off the top again: You’ll need to do this each time we add new resin.
Mix Again and Add Effects: Divide about an ounce and a half of resin into four small cups. Add glitter and mica powder to some cups, leaving one cup plain.
Layer and Swirl: Apply a clear base, then add layers of colored resin. Use a heat gun to create swirls and remove bubbles.
As a note, here’s what the top of the air purifier looks like when the VOCs in the room increase. Normal ambient readings were about 0.05, and after I mixed up the resin it went up to 1.457.
As the resin started curing, it went up even higher to 3, but then you watch it come down as well as the purifier works.
Vinyl Quote and Final Coat
Sand the cured resin again. If adding a quote, cut from vinyl with Cricut or Silouette. Weed and apply to the tumbler with transfer tape.
Apply one final clear coat of resin to seal the vinyl and give a glossy finish.
Final Curing
Let the last layer cure 24-48 hours before washing or using.
Why an Air Purifier Is a Must-Have for Resin Crafters
Resin crafting often produces VOCs, which can affect air quality. I found the Resner’s Air Purifier highly effective—whenever I worked with resin, the air quality sensor would detect VOCs, automatically increasing the fan speed until the air cleared.
It even works for reducing fumes from acetone or laser-cut acrylic projects.
Show Off Your Work!
I’d love to hear about your resin tumbler designs! Share your color choices and quotes in the comments, and don’t forget to check out the Resiners Air Purifier on Kickstarter if you want to improve your craft room’s air quality.
Thanks for joining, and happy crafting!
