How To Make An Epoxy Resin & Wood Charcuterie Board With Cassandra From Stone Mill & Co

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We teamed up with one of our Instagram collaborators, Cassandra from Stone Mill And Co ( / stonemillandco ) to show you guys how she used our production grade, super thick, big silicone molds to create unique resin and wood pieces like this shell casing charcuterie board. What do you think? Post your comments below.
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 120

@rustydegeorge5726 Місяць тому

Great video…going to try this same project soon!!

@christinaphillips2979 Рік тому

Stunning work love it 😊

@geofferyhess9676 Рік тому

great project idea thank you and such great patients!!!

@lightstreetcreations 2 роки тому

very good instruction . I'll be reviewing this for the sanding tips.

@lamiglass1 2 роки тому

A trick I use to help with casings is to use a syringe and fill the casings and let cure before adding them into my projects

@CraftedElements Рік тому

Joe, that seems to be the normal thing to do. I know the folks over at Triple L Rustic designs use that method before doing the full pour.

@gillfoster8385 Рік тому

Great video thank you, Id love to attempt this at some point, thank you

@itawad 11 місяців тому

Great video and excellent tips. Thank you

@richarddougherty8158 5 місяців тому

Nice job! I'm just starting out doing this, you gave me lots of good ideas and hope to have my own resin projects soon

@christylowman5505 2 роки тому

Love this! Ty for the tutorial!

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

You are most welcome

@YourFriendlyGApilot 2 роки тому

Awesome tutorial, thank you!

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

Glad it was helpful!

@markrusso6244 4 місяці тому

Hi. Love the boards you just made. Thank you for the idea of using soapy water during wet sanding. I think that’s what my issue has been.

@Itsmakerrays Рік тому

love this video!

@chriscoles2042 Рік тому

Excellent video and Charcuterie Board!!! Thank you! Can you give an idea on total time from start to finish? (labor only not drying time) also what would it cost to buy a completed 12x12 bullet casing board like the one in the video? Thanks Cass!!!

@TailEndCustoms 2 роки тому

Such a great explanation video!

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

Glad it was helpful!

@twsbrl2xlldmoney355 2 роки тому

Ya did a great job far better than many I’ve seen

@pb-bx1ll 4 місяці тому

Great video thank you

@sbbeck7417 Рік тому

What do you fill the tiny holes after all is done that’s food safe? I love this video!!

@laurenw3787 Рік тому

This is the best tutorial I have seen in my 2 years of working w resin. I bought 2 live edge 7' slabs over a yr ago and haven't felt confident enough to begin. Yes I got excited and jumped the gun. Lol. Anyway, I am sure you know exactly what your doing w the saws, seems to me you were probably raised around them. Thanks so much

@cassanovana 2 роки тому

I absolutely LOVE THIS! I have always wanted to learn about woodworking. If you can point me in the right direction how to begin, I would LOVE any advice you can offer.

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

Keep an eye on our channel we post some useful videos related to wood and resin work

@samanthabeckford4987 2 роки тому

Thank you so much for sharing a complete video, this was really helpful. My question is would you recommend a heat gun to burst bubbles or is a torch better?

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

I am honestly not sure either matters. A lot of people like the heat gun because its safe to use inside (no gas / fumes) etc.

@veterancustomwoodworx9858 2 роки тому

So, are you using any wet sanding discs when you are doing wet sanding?

@kennypapi-chulo9292 2 роки тому

Great instructional video with your calm voice. New sub here 👍Thank You

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

Perfect

@allenworral1819 2 роки тому

Love this! Will be rewatching. I want to do this for a out door bar top. I want to “float” my marathon and other race medals. This for a ten foot top for our outdoor bar. Do you recommend anything to cover or seal for better UV protection?

@CraftedElements Рік тому

You can use a UV rated epoxy resin, that would likely be the best option.

@mikeh1242 8 місяців тому

could you put brand new bullets never fired before in the resin? It would be cool. Would it be safe with the heat the resin puts off.

@user-ce6wn6ye7v 4 місяці тому

Nice job, Tel me where do i get this stuff in South African. JHB .I WIL LIKE TO DO THIS

@carolinadesign199 3 місяці тому

Awesome job. Thanks for the video. I'm working on my technique. Any advice on my videos would be helpful.

@twobrokenarrows Рік тому

I didn't see the information about the wet sanding pads you mentioned in the video. Can you share where you got them?

@aboogienohoodie6571 2 роки тому

🔥 polish

@macminn18 4 місяці тому

Have you tried any of the other Polar Shine grits?

@robcolbert194 Рік тому

Thank you for an awesome video. I was wondering where you got your molds

@CraftedElements Рік тому

craftedelements.com

@MavericK-74 9 місяців тому

Polar shine is food safe?

@garybutterfield1487 Рік тому

Where did you get the sanding disks?

@richardbaynes3862 Рік тому

Love the video! You need to get a sanding pad so your work is not vibrating all over the place.

@mikelevan3125 5 місяців тому

Nice video! Does anyone have an idea of how long Cassandra sanded with each grit? I'm thinking 5 minutes per grit would be sufficient -- any thoughts?

@AlmaazAntiqueCraft 2 роки тому

Nice

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

Thanks

@whenitrainsitpours6890 2 роки тому

I wish I had watched this, prior to using my surfboard mold. Part of the mold came up.

@CraftedElements Рік тому

You definitely want to use a mold release with ANY silicone mold: There are many mold release sprays on the market. However, the one that we, and our customers, have had the most success with is the MG Chemicals 8329 Non-Silicone Epoxy Mold Release Spray. It is readily available on Amazon.com and Amazon.ca Smooth On also makes a quality line of mold release sprays that can be purchased from them directly, or via Amazon, including the "Smooth On Universal Mold Release" and "Smooth On Ease Release™ 200". This product is also available from Mann, known as the Mann Ease Release™ 200.

@MrStropparo 2 роки тому

I’d love to get a desk blotter with .50 caliber casings. 3x3 foot square. Be great.

@scottgorman7166 2 роки тому

That wood (get it) be a thick blotter

@larrymays5413 2 роки тому

Just watched your video, Great tutorial, Could you use a drill to stir the resin or would it create to many bubbles?

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

You can, and a lot people do, you just need to make sure you dont introduce excessive bubbles. Or de-gas before use.

@LivingMyBestLifeIAm Рік тому

Well now that depends on the thickness of the resin. Very thick….no, just stir slowly with a stick. Thin resin you may get away with a drill but in reality, do you want to risk excess bubbles to save yourself a few minutes of stirring?

@scottgorman7166 2 роки тому

Did you clean the shell casing from the tumbler dust. It will contaminate the epoxy. You can rinse the casings in distilled water in a bucket and dry in sun or oven on a old cooking sheet.

@thebobloblawshow8832 Рік тому

Just a thought, what if you mixed up a bit aloft resin and filled the empty casings. Let them cure fire then put them in . No more bubbles from them. Never worked with resin yet so keep in mind it’s just a thought.

@dlipp23 3 місяці тому

looks awesome! Did you need to add a mold release with the silicone molds?

@CraftedElements 3 місяці тому

Yes, you always need a proper mold release with silicone molds -> craftedelements.com/moldrelease

@edstimator1 2 роки тому

Probably need to put a clean pad underneath that while you're sanding. The vibration will just hammer the underside.

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

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@michnavv 2 роки тому

Hi Good day I am asking please. I find when I sand the resin it comes out nice and smooth but I don't find it gets the look of the resin that was not sanded Tell me what am I doing wrong. OR the look is different! If I want the piece to have the look like original resin look can I flood coat like using a paint brush and put a coat of resin on the sanded piece OR just polish Your video is great

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

If you sand resin, you need to sand it from 120 grit all the way to 3000, 4000 grit, THEN use plastic buffer and polish, if you want to get it back to its "clear" state. It's an incredibly laborious process.

@robm9772 Рік тому

Holy crap, no one ever use a table saw like this. Both the cross cut and pushing against the blade instead of the rip fence is extremely dangerous.

@user-dh4nl1js3s 9 місяців тому

the way she used the table saw was terrifying

@jaredschrock5270 2 роки тому

Hi there, may I ask what type of resin you used? I want to make an epoxy table with layers to give it a 3D look. I purchased Pro Marine brand but have not used it because all the reviews said it turns yellow. So was hoping to find something different. Was wondering if you could point me in the right direct? Thank you.

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

We highly recommend Total Boat epoxy, as well as Alumilite. We work with both of those product lines.

@janami-dharmam 2 роки тому

so add some color: say pearl white or metallic red and the yellow will be masked. The color change is due to the effect of UV and UV inside house is quite low.

@GroundedFlyboy737 Рік тому

How strong is the adhesion between the wood pieces and the solid resin areas? IOW, what are the applications for these boards? Charcuterie, cutting board, chess board, etc? Did you just sand the edges, or use a router as well?

@CraftedElements Рік тому

Incredibly strong, as long as the wood is prepped correctly (bark removed, sanded etc) the wood will break before the bond with the resin.

@bradleythompson5073 Рік тому

Super super 😅😅😅

@janami-dharmam 2 роки тому

How long it took? I understand epoxy is quite soft and if you are not using them as decorations, they will be frosted after 2-3 days of active use

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

You really don’t want to cut on the epoxy, this would be more of a serving board not cutting board

@morganmetalcraft1206 Рік тому

That was brilliant! Do you turn off your vac when wet sanding w/ your mirka?

@jamesbarlowjr.3762 Рік тому

Can you please tell me again why you couldn’t just do the deep pour from start to finish? Thanks. This is all new to me. And seem very confusing. I see so many people doing so many different things, I just don’t know what to do. Thanks A lot! 😊

@trapper9396 2 роки тому

Can epoxy be used as a cutting board too or would it scar too easy?

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

It would scar with a knife, its more intended to be used as a serving board.

@scottgorman7166 2 роки тому

Besides scarring it will chip and I would think epoxy is not food grade. Additionally you cannot just use any type of wood it will trap food particles and get toxic. Be careful

@deniseteague8203 Рік тому

I have read just about all these comments, I got really tired of everyone pointing out the saw work! I think she was drilled enough on it, Move on! I don't know anyone who likes to hear the same put down 10 times or more. Does anyone feel they taught her a lesson yet? Cassandra, you are an amazing artist, thank you for this video, I have learned allot from it and your work is really beautiful. It's a real shame when people focus more on others faults or what they see as faults instead of the main focus of this video. Now I know why some UKposts channels don't allow comments.

@user-dh4nl1js3s 9 місяців тому

so brave with you post. Seems like most people who know are just trying to warn others of the danger. Ill assume you are an expert.

@vinimarshall7301 5 місяців тому

Did u state no cutting on resin boards just searving 😊

@johndoyle5983 Рік тому

I don't own any guns so don't have access to casings. Perhaps I could do a nerf one. Any tips on stopping them from floating to the top of the resin?

@CraftedElements Рік тому

We most definitely respect that! And yes.... the trick is to just pour a super thin initial layer of epoxy, set your nerf bullet down, and then let it set. Once it's "locked in" to the base layer, continue your deeper pours.

@johndoyle5983 Рік тому

@@CraftedElements Thanks!!!

@patriotwoodworker6092 2 роки тому

I would sand up to at least 800 grit then start wet sanding with wet sanding type papers to about 3000 grit

@CraftedElements Рік тому

Good advice and would likely come out crystal clear.

@RobSandstromDesigns Рік тому

Good tutorial. Did you wait for the flag epoxy to completely dry before pouring deep pour epoxy or was it tacky? How long did you let Deep Pour cure before you demolding? I have a mixture of epoxies that I need to use up. Can I use something like Upstart Table top to do the first coat/seal coat and then UltraClear Deep pour or something similar or do they have to be the same brand?

@raeronda30 Рік тому

They do not need to be the same brand. Let the first coat cure (your seal coat). Sand a little bit then do your pour. Remember to remove all dust particles with a clean cloth and denatured alcohol

@LivingMyBestLifeIAm Рік тому

Oh my! You can’t skip grits. They are meant to each remove the sanding marks from the previous grit. Skipping an entire step cannot remove those micro scratches. I’d like to see that up close to be convinced.

@conniehigbee347 2 роки тому

Where did you find the wood?

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

Connie. The best place to search for wood is doing a Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace search. There are always small sellers locally of live edge wood. If you cant find one, you can do a google search as there are a few US and Canadian companies that will ship.

@dennishight4419 Рік тому

Where do you get the mold from?

@CraftedElements Рік тому

Shop Our Molds @ CraftedElements.com

@tonyfrescas6060 2 роки тому

how did you calculate how much resin to use?

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

Tony. You want to calculate resin volume based on AVERAGE width of the void x length x depth. That will give you cubic inches. Then, its just easiest to go to google and convert your cubic inches to ... oz, litres, gallons etc.

@tonyfrescas6060 2 роки тому

@@CraftedElements thank you

@Bootsz2010 Рік тому

Great instructions, but seriously, shell casings? I thought I was going to be seashells. 🙄😹😹🙄

@theviralvideos4616 Рік тому

The casings had air in them

@jungsomewhat 2 роки тому

Trim edge on table saw, please KEEP the body of the work next to the fence ...

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

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@jonfortner3919 2 роки тому

NEVER ever use a rip fence when crosscutting. Dangerous

@hersir557 2 роки тому

No, never use a rip fence when crosscutting with a miter gauge, that is the dangerous thing

@user-rl6si9qs6f Рік тому

Для тира или военных очень актуально.... 😊😊😊

@susanshaver912 2 роки тому

I sure would want something different than shells embedded.

@CraftedElements Рік тому

It’s not for everyone, however we have to respect the artist, clearly there is a market for these pieces whether it’s something of interest to us or not!

@susanshaver912 Рік тому

@@CraftedElements How about real shells - from the sea? Something of nature that represents life.

@dagoogs3720 Рік тому

Nice tutorial! Thank you. BTW, the brass casings are either "shells" or "casings", but NOT "shell casings", which really is stating the same thing twice. Would you call a cutting board a "cutting board board for cutting"? FYI, the cartridges that you load into a firearm for sending a bullet down range are composed of the following components: 1) the casing or shell, 2) a primer to ignite the , 3) powder to create an explosion that propels the, 4) bullet (projectile). The shell or casing holds numbers 2, 3, and 4 to complete a "cartridge". 😋

@howardhughes6311 2 роки тому

Please !!!! Get some training on the table saw. You are doing several things wrong on the saw and you are going to get hurt if you continue this way.

@stuff_i_liked1815 Рік тому

Can u list the things? I’m new to all of this too so would love to avoid getting hurt lol.

@Megamailh Рік тому

Totally agree, I had to pick my jaw up! Scarey

@LivingMyBestLifeIAm Рік тому

@@stuff_i_liked1815 She is using a fence very close to the blade and ripping when she should be using a crosscut sled with no fence. If the piece binded against the blade she could get a serious kickback from the left side of the blade and it could pull her hands right into the blade. The entire workpiece would then shoot with tremendous force, right into her belly. Very dangerous use of a table saw. Edit: literally in the blink of an eye should could lose a limb and damage internal organs. Life changing consequences for something so simple to change if she just learned how to use her tool properly.

@dojifly 3 місяці тому

I went to comments to say same. Beautiful work.

@kosjan282 Рік тому

Тебе усы под нос , и ты....мужик💪🤭

@khrhunter Рік тому

Most people would prefer not to have blank cartridges in a piece

@jonwoodworker Рік тому

I know this video is 2 yrs old. But, I pray you have learned NOT to cut like that on your table saw. Very dangerous. Otherwise, excellent video.

@Jayday707 Рік тому

Scary bro. Im sure she wouldnt keep a accident in a video but i swear im on pins and needles i cant even watch parts.

@twsbrl2xlldmoney355 2 роки тому

Wet sand at 1000 -3000 you will thank me later

@edstimator1 2 роки тому

I think that's what the polish is

@CraftedElements 2 роки тому

Wet sanding before polishing would be beneficial, but its really the plastic polish and buffing that brings out the gloss.

@Jayday707 Рік тому

Love the content but its like watching a horror movie to me. Im just waiting for that blade to grab you i cant watch im sorry just please he careful.

@DavidAlanCollection Рік тому

dangerous table saw use

@mickeyromeo Рік тому

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