Let's Learn How to Resin with Dollar Tree RESIN & Molds! New Dollar Tree Resin DIYS

The video begins with the creator expressing excitement about crafting beach-themed resin coasters, despite never having worked with resin before. They sourced affordable materials like resin, dyes, and molds from Dollar Tree and Dollar Tree.com. The first project involves a round silicone mold, and the creator shares initial steps, including safety precautions like wearing a mask and gloves, and the mixing process of resin parts A and B. They also discuss the importance of a well-ventilated environment for resin curing and the challenges of working in cold weather.

The creator proceeds to customize the resin by adding Dollar Tree sand to create an 'underwater beach' scene for a coaster intended for their son's dorm. They discuss the trial-and-error process of determining the right amount of sand and the challenges of spreading it evenly in the mold. The video also covers the use of transparent and opaque dyes to achieve desired ocean shades and the addition of Dollar Tree stickers as sea creatures, emphasizing the importance of pushing them down to avoid air bubbles and ensure they adhere properly.

The creator shares their experience of making a larger resin coaster with a beveled edge, intending to use a printed photo of family members as the centerpiece. They discuss the process of mixing resin for a larger mold, the challenges of getting the photo to lay flat within the resin, and the issues with metallic gold star confetti that bled color into the resin. The creator also explains the importance of not overfilling the mold and the use of a heat gun to remove bubbles.

The creator attempts to craft a beach scene in a larger silicone mold, using three batches of resin to fill it. They describe the process of mixing sand with resin for texture, adding tinted blue resin to represent water, and using white paint to create the effect of seafoam. The video highlights the challenges of achieving the desired ocean wave effect and the decision to simplify the design to avoid overcomplicating the project.

The creator visits Dollar Tree Plus to find larger molds suitable for more extensive resin projects. They share their experience of crafting a 'hello' word decoration, discussing the process of mixing colors, adding dyes, and the decision to alternate between different shades of blue for a gradient effect. The video also mentions the creator's intent to use the finished piece for various holidays and as a potential addition to seasonal décor.

The creator experiments with winter-themed resin coasters and jewelry, using blue and white dyes to evoke icy colors. They discuss the process of creating a heart-shaped coaster for Valentine's Day with a winter theme, the challenges of working with foam snowflakes that float in the resin, and the use of glitter to add a sparkly effect. The video also covers the creation of pendants in various shapes, including hearts and rectangles, with the intention of turning them into necklaces or decorative pieces.

The creator focuses on making a glittery ocean-themed necklace with a heart-shaped pendant. They share the process of mixing glitter with clear resin, placing a small fish sticker inside the heart, and filling the pendant with the glitter-infused resin. The video highlights the effect of glitter in the resin, the importance of placing stickers correctly, and the decision to sprinkle additional glitter on the back of some pieces for a different effect.

The creator reveals the completed resin coasters and jewelry, discussing the outcomes of their projects. They show a standard-sized coaster with sea creatures, a photo coaster with minor imperfections, a beach scene tray, a 'hello' word decoration, and various pieces of jewelry including a heart-shaped pendant with a fish and a shell pendant. The video concludes with the creator's reflections on their first resin crafting experience and their excitement about the possibilities of resin art.

The creator discusses a winter-themed coaster that didn't turn out as expected due to overfilling and the use of foam stickers that floated to the bottom of the mold. Despite the challenges, they express satisfaction with the icy blue color and the sparkly effect of sequins added to the resin. They also mention plans to trim and clean up the excess resin to improve the coaster's appearance.

The creator presents the final results of their resin jewelry, including a heart-shaped pendant with glitter that turned out sparkly and pretty, a shell pendant with a beautiful glitter effect, and tiny pendants that could be used for crafting or as earrings. They reflect on the learning experience, the fun of experimenting with resin, and invite viewers to share their tips and experiences with resin crafting.