29 Epoxy Resin Ideas To Make For 2026!
Here are some of the best epoxy resin ideas to make. Yes, today we are getting into some fun resin projects. In this list of resin ideas, I’ll show you some resin craft ideas to make for your resin business or to just have some fun with. And to make some of the coolest resin art.
There are literally endless things that you can make with epoxy resin and uv resin. You can also use this list to come back to for resin ideas to make and sell. This is your go to list of top resin art projects for adults! My favorite is to make resin jewelry out of dominoes. Another thing I absolutely love to make are cute little charms. These are some of the top selling resin products.
Just wait until you see some of the amazing epoxy resin pendants that I’ve found from some resin artists on Etsy. Some of their creations are just gorgeous so if you love handmade resin jewelry then you are going to fall in love with these resin creations.
Best Resin ideas And Projects
1. DIY Resin Charms
For those looking for resin projects to sell, here is an idea for you. This is a super easy resin charm that I made using UV resin and inclusions like Rolio pigment paste, dried flowers and gold leafing. It’s a super easy DIY to try for beginners. You can take it a step further by adding metallic alcohol inks for resin.
2. Chunky Glitter Dominoes
Let’s Resin has some of the best resin art supplies to make your own custom dominoes with their chunky glitter sets. Sparkle domino pieces bring colorful glitter and shimmering details into every design. Make a full set for family game nights, or attach jewelry findings to individual pieces to create eye catching domino pendants with a unique handmade look.
3. Ocean Themed Resin Art
Ocean themed resin art uses wood blanks as the base surface for a sturdy foundation that holds layered resin well. White pigment paste is swirled through the wet resin to form wave lines that mimic natural ocean foam. Heat tools or gentle air movement help shape the wave motion before the resin cures.
4. Resin Spheres
Resin spheres are made using round molds filled with tinted or clear resin. Pigments, glitter, dried flowers, or small inclusions are placed inside before curing to create depth through the curved surface. The smooth shape reflects light in multiple directions once hardened, showing details from every angle.
5. Resin Clocks
Epoxy resin clocks are created by pouring resin into round or shaped molds that already include a clock mechanism opening at the center. Pigments, metallic powders, or embedded elements are arranged in the resin before it sets, giving the face a layered design. Once hardened, the surface is drilled or fitted with clock hands and a motor unit to bring movement to the piece. The best epoxy for this is Craft Resin epoxy for crafts.
6. Wooden Resin Jewelry
Wooden resin jewelry combines cut wood pieces with clear or tinted resin poured into carved sections or natural voids. The resin fills gaps in the wood grain, highlighting natural patterns while adding color or transparency. Once cured, the material is sanded and polished to create a smooth surface. This is one of the best things to make and sell if you are wanting to start a resin jewelry business.
7. UV Resin Pendants
UV resin pendants are made by placing small amounts of resin into silicone molds and curing them under a UV lamp in minutes. Layering thin pours helps build depth and keeps details sharp inside each piece. Kisrel UV resin is a brand I have used many times. The finish stays very clear after curing and shows details well in small pendant shapes.
8. Epoxy Resin Tumblers
Resin tumblers start with a coated cup surface that is decorated using tinted resin, glitter, or decorative powders. Designs are built in layers so colors and textures stay defined as the resin sets. Turning tools or slow rotation can help spread the resin evenly around the tumbler for smooth coverage. These cups are especially popular on Etsy when customized with names, color themes, or matching sets for personal styles.
9. Epoxy River Tables
An epoxy river table is a furniture idea that mixes wood with resin to create a flowing center section that looks like water running between two wood pieces. You can use this idea for dining tables, coffee tables, and side tables. I also have a tutorial for a small table that is a great place to start if you want to try this style in a simple way before moving on to bigger projects.
10. Glowing Resin Creations
Glow in the dark powders are a fun idea for epoxy resin projects that add a soft light effect when the lights go out. The powder is mixed into resin and can be used in jewelry, keychains, coasters, and decorative pieces. During the day, the color looks like a normal pigment, and at night it gently lights up after being charged by natural light. It comes in different shades like green, blue, and aqua, which each give a slightly different glow.
These creations add a touch of magic to any space. If you are into this, check out this article about the best glow pigment powders to use.
11. Resin Chess Sets
A handcrafted resin chess set is a fantastic epoxy craft idea, where each piece is a masterpiece in its own right. The set is created by casting intricate designs and unique motifs within the resin, providing a tactile and visual treat for chess enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
12. Resin Wall Art
Resin wall art is a way to make really good money or to make as gifts. Epoxy resin is poured and layered with rich colors, metallic shimmer, dried flowers, or abstract swirls. The resin creates depth and shine that changes with the light, making every piece feel full of movement and detail. You can go for soft ocean inspired waves, bright color blends, or nature themed designs with botanical elements.
For more inspiration, check out our list of some top selling resin artists who are making some amazing money selling resin art.
13. Resin Scrabble Tiles
Bulk scrabble tiles are a fun idea for making resin pendants and magnets with a personal touch. You can also decorate the tiles with decoupage, adding pretty paper patterns, floral prints, or themed designs to change the look before sealing them. This gives each piece a custom style that feels unique and creative.
14. Resin Tray
Resin trays are a creative idea that is easy to start out with. The resin is poured in smooth layers or bold color blends to create eye catching designs that feel modern and artistic. You can add metallic shimmer, soft waves of color, or nature inspired details like dried flowers or leaf pieces.
15. Resin Encased Photos
Photos encased in epoxy is a meaningful idea where printed pictures are sealed inside clear resin to create lasting keepsakes. This is a fantastic resin idea to make for a vacation photo or a pet or kids. I love how this one can be made with a mold so all you need to do is pour the epoxy.
16. Resin Lights
Resin lights are a really good idea when you want your resin pieces to have light at night. Inside the globe you can add embeds, glitter, shimmer powders, or tiny details that catch the light in different ways. When the light is on, everything inside sparkles and glows.
17. Resin Candle Holders
Resin candle holders are a fun idea you can make using a mold kit designed for shaping epoxy resin. You can fill the mold with clear resin or add color, shimmer, dried flowers, or glitter for extra detail inside. Once finished, the glossy surface reflects candlelight beautifully and brings a soft glow to the design.
18. Resin Keychains
Resin keychains are a chance to play with tiny designs that feel bold, cute or totally quirky. Think mini scenes, chunky glitter mixes, bright color drops, or even little layered effects. You can embed small items inside like sprinkles style beads, pressed bits, foil flakes, or themed charms. Some people go for clear and simple, others go full color and sparkle overload.
Each keychain is a small piece of art that reflects your personality and serves as a daily reminder of what matters most to you.
19. Resin Pet Tags
Check out this pet tag mold, it is a fun way to make custom epoxy resin tags shaped like bones, circles, hearts, or other simple outlines that fit right on a pet’s collar. You can fill the mold with color blends, glitter, name lettering or other details that match your pet’s personality.
20. Large Epoxy Resin River Tables
For those of you who are already working with epoxy and ready to go large, big resin tables are an exciting next step that turns wood and resin into statement furniture pieces. The resin can stay clear for a glass style look or be filled with color, shimmer, or layered effects that bring movement across the surface.
21. Epoxy Resin Cubes
You know those cool cubes with scuba people and ocean life poking out. Well, epoxy resin cubes are a fun way to create that same look using clear resin and layered designs. Ocean scenes are popular, with miniature divers, fish, shells, coral style details, and bubbles arranged to look like a small underwater world. You can also switch up the theme with florals, abstract color layers, glitter, or mixed objects to build a mini display inside each cube.
You can make them look like clear stones or add resin embeds into them, whatever you like!
22. Resin Book Covers
If you are looking for unique epoxy resin ideas, then you might love these book covers. Resin book covers with a gothic fantasy style exude an air of mystery and enchantment. These covers are designed to encapsulate the essence of dark, otherworldly tales, reminiscent of Gothic literature and fantasy realms. You can also use metallic paint pens for resin to make different sections shimmer.
23. Artistic Resin Blocks
Artistic resin blocks are a creative way to use leftover wood pieces and epoxy resin together. The wood is placed inside a simple mold, then resin is poured around and between the pieces to lock everything into a solid decorative block. You can make your own molds using plastic sheeting and tape, which makes it easy to shape custom sizes.
24. Resin Jewelry Tray
How amazing would it be to make this as a special gift. A resin jewelry tray is one of those pieces that feels both pretty and personal the moment someone sees it. Picture a tray that catches light like glass, with soft swirls of color, floating florals, or shimmer details that look like they are suspended inside.
25. Resin Statement Rings
You can be so creative with this kit. Epoxy resin rings open the door to tiny wearable art that feels bold or playful. Think beyond the usual look and play with things like color blocking, marbled swirls or mini embedded shapes. You can create little scenes inside the band or charm.
26. Mini Resin Paintings
Mini resin paintings are such a fun way to turn small artwork into glossy little pieces that feel like tiny framed art. I made this with alcohol markers on a small base, then went over it with UV resin to seal the design and give it a smooth, glass like finish. The resin brings out the colors and adds depth so the drawing feels more polished and complete.
27. Clear Coating Large Artwork
A popular resin art project is adding a clear coat to paintings and artwork. Clear coating artwork with resin gives artwork a super shiny topcoat. The resin enhances the colors and adds depth while protecting the artwork from dust and damage. Just pour, spread evenly, and let it cure for a smooth, glass-like surface!
28. Geode Resin Art
Here is a video from DIY Craft Club that shows step by step to make a geode, and geode resin art is a stunning way to bring crystal inspired designs into creative home décor. This style is all about layered shapes that mimic natural rock formations with crystal like centers.
29. Resin domino pendant
In this tutorial you will learn how to make a domino pending using UV resin. It’s a fantastic way to learn how to use resin. You can make these to give away or sell. I basically used a domino and then painted a picture onto it with some acrylic paints. Then I glued on a jewelry bail with UV resin.
Tutorial How to make a domino pendant
I hope this list gave you some fun ideas for your next resin project! There are so many creative things you can make, and the possibilities are endless. If you’ve tried any of these or have a favorite resin project, I’d love to hear about it! Drop a comment and share your ideas. These ideas are just a starting point, and every project can look completely different depending on your colors, shapes, and creative touches.
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