Sunday, December 14, 2025

How to Make Ugly Sweater Resin Jewellery

Got any fun or unique Christmas traditions? In my household, we kick off the holiday season with a tree-trimming party in early December. After decorating the tree, we feast on sweet treats, washing them down with Baileys on ice—sometimes literally over ice because we'll serve it in ice shot glasses. Why? Because it's scorching hot here in December! Each of us has our own special ornament to hang, turning our tree into a true family masterpiece full of a lifetime of memories. Our latest holiday tradition is... the ugly sweater. Or at least, our version of it. But let's be real—when it’s practically a sauna outside, those cozy woolly sweaters aren’t exactly an option.  So, we've improvised.  Behold, the Downunder ugly sweater substitutes!  Ugly Christmas PJs... Perfect for tearing into presents before breakfast on Christmas morning.  Ugly s......
Friday, November 14, 2025

Holiday DIY Jewellery: Resin Christmas Tree Earrings Made with Nail Foils

If you're a resin crafter and love visiting the nail salon for that perfect manicure, then it's time you started looking at all the cute little tools and supplies your nail technician is using. She might try to convince you that they're only for nails, but after years of having my nails done, I can tell you, they're not only for nails; they are fantastic tools to add to your resin crafting kit! Those perfectly crafted petite nail supplies and tools make precision tools that are just the right size for crafting resin jewellery, giving you so many more creative options. And what's more, they are really easy to find online and in discount variety stores. Nail supplies should be in everyone's resin crafting kit!  Today, I'm sharing a tutorial on how to use several of those supplies to create a pair of really cool resin Christmas Tree earrings for the holidays. I've got lots of expert tips to share about choosing a mould for your Christmas T......