Thank you for being specific about the small details like type of sandpaper, suggested measurements of epoxy and all of the little personal hacks that you have shared. It’s frustrating when some videos skip over details and leave you missing components to completing the project. Thanks again, and I can’t wait to give this a try.
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
You’re so welcome! That’s exactly what inspired Kate and I to make this series. We felt like all the videos we watched left out a lot of important details!
@jodywinters4862
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I have watched dozens of these tutorials and for whatever reason you make it look so easy.
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 🥰
@christinaallen79
4 жыл бұрын
Thank for this video!!!! I have seen a bunch of titourals but none as informative. I need a hobbie and wanted to try this. Y'all have given me confidence to get started and have some fun.
@trinitybutton5653
2 жыл бұрын
This is awesome! I’m making a tumbler for my sister’s boyfriend for graduation and this is super helpful and informative
@maggievanhassel5222
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for making these tutorials. I was so intimidated to try this craft and now am so excited.
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad this could help give you confidence!
@barbarasims2129
3 жыл бұрын
I'm newly obsessed with making epoxy coated items! Love this video! I really appreciate the detailed instructions!
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
I hear you! I'm so glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching!
@Dojautlopez
4 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I personally sand the first layer with 1000 grit and 1500. Perfect shine before the second layer and same process for the second one.
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip!
@wolfofbluehelix5491
2 жыл бұрын
I agree. I just feel like I’m this you can see where the sanding was done and it looks scratched
@KodiCoyote
Жыл бұрын
I learned that chunky glitter is for advanced tumbler makers and how to ombré glitter the right way
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
There’s more than one way to do things.
@nikkioneal4166
4 жыл бұрын
The heat gun trick is awesome! I've watched many tutorials and I think yours has helped me the most! Awesome!!
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to hear that! Thank you! :)
@wenonathornton2772
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you explained the trouble you have at the bottom and top of the tumbler. I thought I was doing something wrong. Also I messed up a few tumblers but I was able to save them. I used a electric hand sander and got all the color and epoxy off and was able to start over. It took about 20 minutes to get it all off.
@JegErBrittnee
Жыл бұрын
Alcohol also removes the epoxy really fast
@JegErBrittnee
Жыл бұрын
Alcohol also removes the epoxy really fast
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your tips! You are definitely not alone!
@maggieworthy8103
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a great tutorial! I want to do some glitter tumblers for gifts--after watching your tutorial yesterday, I've prepped my cup and am ready for the next step. I've been watching lots of tutorials--so many different ways to glitter a tumbler--overwhelming for sure! Thanks again!
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
Maggie Worthy You’re welcome! There are many ways to do it, that’s why we only showed you one way to do things throughout the series. Feel free to experiment, but Kate and I both believe that this is the easiest way to start 🙂.
@maggieworthy8103
4 жыл бұрын
I want to prep some of my Ozark Trails tumblers that are colored. Does that require a different grit of sand paper? Would it be advantageous to use the same color spray paint as the cup? Thanks for all your help!
@tiffanyanderson6891
3 жыл бұрын
You make this look so easy. Thank you for the tutorials.
@clarascloset3394
2 жыл бұрын
This is great information I want to start making epoxy tumblers.
@trendibeautique
3 жыл бұрын
This video has helped me tremendously. Very thorough and I love the step by step process. My cup is curing as we speak.
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
That's so exciting! I'm so glad they were helpful. Best of luck on your tumbler!
@jenniferlittlechild7600
4 жыл бұрын
I have always wanted to do tumbler but so scared to do one but not sure but how you explain it help tons I saved the video just incase
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
I hope it’s helpful ☺️ the worst thing that will happen is you’ll mess it up and throw the tumbler away. That’s no big deal!
@gprewett9036
4 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! Thanks for the step-by-step all in one video; and love all the tips to help us do a better tumbler even on our first try.
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I had a hard time finding the whole process in one video that was a gold explanation but not too long, so I hope that’s how you saw this video!
@gprewett9036
4 жыл бұрын
@@DIYAlex Your video was just right. It covered all the important steps, details, and tips without being too long! Great job!
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@mdcow101
2 жыл бұрын
This was super helpful! For a 1st timer lol thank yall!💚💎💚💎
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!!
@juca1302
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this very detailed step by step tutorial. Explaining the why behind some of your steps is great to help understand the method for this newbie ❤️
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad it helped! You’re welcome!
@cynthiasaucedo899
5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!! It was very helpful ❤.
@raequeriawelch4549
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this amazing video!! I’m a beginner and it has helped me a whole lot.
@alyciawood7352
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so confused you guys didn’t show the prep you started off by saying “ we’re back you had the glitter spinning for 4 hours and then you did the knuckle method”? Little lost im sorry
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
This is a series with 5 episodes. The first 5 videos of this playlist is the series: kzitem.info/door/PLdqAY6wTCkWCeMGXrRhEhYsorONi7RDQc
@KodiCoyote
Жыл бұрын
The prep was in the first video, this is a 5 video series
@ednat1777
4 жыл бұрын
Love this I can’t wait Till I start
@LovinglfDesigns
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for mentioning safety tips. A lot of videos skip this critical step. The heat gun trick is good to know.
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
Of course! Yes it’s super helpful!
@grandmom201361
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video. I appreciate u doing a step by step.
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful!
@flashovr24
7 ай бұрын
Denatured alcohol in a spray bottle using light misting, then waiting about 3-5 mins, will also get rid of all bubbles and/or surface tension bubbles as well. This might be a better option with plastic decals? Great detailed video though ladies. Thank you.
@DIYAlex
6 ай бұрын
Great tip! Thanks!
@lisie69
3 жыл бұрын
Very detailed video. Great learning experience. Thank you ladies
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@karencamille7910
11 ай бұрын
Very interesting and pretty
@raileymartin3561
2 жыл бұрын
I love how detailed your videos are!! What is your favorite brand of Epoxy?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I am currently loving FX Premium, but there are so many good ones!
@johnfarris5325
Жыл бұрын
Messed-up tumblers can be sanded down, primed, and done over. Try a steel wire brush on an electric drill
@brandyamen3269
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for these video’s it has helped me learn about epoxy/tumblers with vinyl
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!-Lindsay
@nrrdgrrl4life365
3 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for this tutorial! i wanna make epoxy tumblers for family members & friends, etc. but i had no idea where to begin. now i know so much! again, thank you [: also, where can i find blank tumblers?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
The ones I like are linked in the video description.
@Britneymphotography88
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for Sharing love the videos Now i want to do my first Tumbler
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I can’t wait to see your creations!
@Britneymphotography88
4 жыл бұрын
@@DIYAlex are you girls on facebook? :)
@cricri562
4 жыл бұрын
You can also use alcohol wipes they don't leave residue
@ingredmejia7811
4 жыл бұрын
Love your videos.
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! ☺️
@emilyl151
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video! question - is it removable or permanent vinyl? Also what epoxy do you prefer or recommend? As well as a heat gun? Is it recommended or do you need it?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
Either type of vinyl would work. Alumilite epoxy is best. Yes I recommend a heat gun. Mine is from Harbor Freight.
@hollybezembinder5443
Жыл бұрын
This is great- thank you! I wonder if little gauze pads would leave less residue than the cotton :)
@kountrykraftsbyDeb
2 жыл бұрын
when I do polygel nails, I use gauze pads with alcohol to remove the sticky coat. Have you ever tried gauze instead of cotton for your alcohol wipe down? I think it would work better for you.
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
That's a great idea! I'll have to try that. Thanks!
@stephanievee112
4 жыл бұрын
Great episodes! Thank youuuuu!
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!
@michellewilliams5587
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. I applied vinyl and vinyl became bumper. Don't know what I did wrong.
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
The vinyl probably wasn't well stuck to your cup and epoxy got underneath it.
@Integrity-Speaks
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, do we sand the tumbler at the beginning before we apply the glitter?
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
Yes you do! It’s a good practice.
@daniellewyrick5187
4 жыл бұрын
Use coffee filters! No cotton pieces left over!
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
Danielle Wyrick I keep hearing that! I’ll have to try it 😊 thanks for the tip!
@peppermae1
3 жыл бұрын
If I missed it, I apologize. How long do you let the epoxy set before you apply the second coat? Do you let it completely cure for a day or two before the next application?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
Let it set until it’s dry and ideally not tacky anymore. The time will vary based on epoxy brand and weather.
@anitaphillips1950
2 жыл бұрын
Love the video. However, since this is for beginners it would be nice to start at the beginning before adding the glitter.
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
This is part of a series that contains all the steps.
@domiyanamckinney5751
2 жыл бұрын
Where did you get the spinner from?
@SunShine-em4hb
Жыл бұрын
Hello! I'm new to epoxing and I wanted to know do I have to keep applying epoxy to the bottom of the tumbler everytime I apply it? I'm asking because some not all of my tumblers are coming out a little thick on the bottom and round. It's taking me a lot of sanding to get it flat again and some times I have to reapply glitter because of how much sanding I'm doing and it's never ending and I do not want to keep wasting product. Please help! 😊
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
You should coat the entire tumbler evenly, unless you decide to tape off the bottom and not put any epoxy on if at all. But it sounds like you’re putting too much epoxy on the bottom, all you need to do is swipe a little on the bottom. I think less epoxy will help that issue!
@SunShine-em4hb
Жыл бұрын
@@DIYAlex ok, ill pay more attention to that. Thank you for responding. Have a nice day! 😊
@ichelleacosta9988
2 жыл бұрын
You make it look so simple. I've tried 3 and I end up with fish eyes :( I wonder what I'm doing wrong. I'm definitely going to keep watching some more of your videos. Love how detailed you are.
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
It takes a LOT of practice! I had lots of fish eyes too. I would consider trying a different epoxy brand and see if it gets any better!
@alanadewees4457
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I’m knew to all this and wondering when you mix part A and B what is it besides epoxy?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
You mix it before you apply it to the cup. A and B are two parts of the epoxy. They are essential to react together so epoxy will harden.
@christinamaldonado8973
3 жыл бұрын
Could you use this method with rhinestones
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve never tried it, but I’m pretty sure it would work fine!
@hayleighkoester8749
3 жыл бұрын
I love this series! Y’all are amazing at explaining the process! Do you happen to have the link to the heat gun y’all used?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Here's the link: www.harborfreight.com/1500-watt-11-amp-dual-temperature-heat-gun-56434.html
@fatimahuerta7525
4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you. I have tried a wood grain tumbler twice without success because of the micro bubbles. I have torched to take off bubbles without success. What kind of epoxy are you using? But...thank you for the tip on torching top and bottom of cup right after stirring both components. Will try that now. Any suggestions/advice would be greatly appreciated.
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
In this video we are using Pro Marine, but Kate loves Artworks! Maybe you could try heating your epoxy more gradually. I know some people who buy tart warmers (like for candle wax) and put their medicine cup in that to slowly allow the bubbles to rise to the top.
@datMNboi
Жыл бұрын
When I make epoxy glitter tumblers. The glitter seems really patchy. Is it normal to do more than one coat? Would it be better for me to use modge podge or epoxy to adhere the glitter?
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
If the glitter is patchy, then you should change the method you’re using to apply it. More than one coat of glitter is fine if you think it needs it.
@kristenfisher926
3 жыл бұрын
So making a Tumblr is essentially just like doing your nails only easier. I think I’m not gonna make a business of this because I don’t like mass producing anything but for my own cups yes absolutely thank you for this video
@jasmineandrews6470
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful and very helpful!!! Can you use regular stickers on the tumbler with transfer tape??
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you think so! Do you mean a traditional sticker or a vinyl sticker? I haven’t tried it myself, but I think epoxy would make regular sticker ink bleed and/ or run.
@yuribelrayo8513
4 жыл бұрын
DIY Alex where do you get stickers a video on that would be amazing
@robynsbabygirl
3 жыл бұрын
What’s your best advice for a circuit machine? Wanting to start doing the vinyl but want the best machine
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
If you’re interested in mostly vinyl I would go with an Explore Air 2! It’s a great machine and it cuts vinyl just as well as the Cricut Maker.
@erikaoxoxo936
3 жыл бұрын
This is so helpful I am a newbie. Did my first cup tonight but one of the glitters had a more clumpy texture and what should I do to even those bigger specks out of the cup before expoxy I don't want to mess the cup up?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
It sounds like you may have had to much glitter on your cup when you went to epoxy it. Next time brush off the excess before your flood coat of epoxy.
@kiaraflores4908
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I’m trying to make one. The first coat of epoxy was good but after I can’t make it again if I mix more than a minute it starts to get hard in seconds 😱
@kiaraflores4908
3 жыл бұрын
What am I doing wrong??
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
So that is called flash curing. It could happen because the epoxy is too hot before they start mixing. Are you using the heat gun or torch on them before mixing?
@kiaraflores4908
3 жыл бұрын
@@DIYAlex No no heat gun or torch, I was only mixing that two liquids together
@ashanticoleman1810
3 жыл бұрын
Great videos I watched all 5. This really helped up. Question can you use a rag instead of cotton pads.
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad they were helpful! I would not use a rag because of the lint that it would leave behind.
@taytay2x1
4 жыл бұрын
How long before you waited to apply the 2nd layer of epoxy from the 1st layer?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
I waited until it wasn't tacky anymore. That depends on a lot of different factors, so I can't give you an exact time estimate. Just put on a glove and lightly tap the bottom of the cup to determine if it's still tacky or not.
@kellyusher8351
2 жыл бұрын
So it’s 10 ml total for the glitter layer, 10 ml for the flood layer and then 20 ml for the top coat?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
No it would be more like 10mL for glitter, 20mL for the food coat, and 10-20mL for the top coat, but you’ll have to adjust based on how much your glitter absorbs the epoxy.
@crisgodinez5876
2 жыл бұрын
if the cup already has a design..like if it is already tie dyed..do I follow the same instructions?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
You shouldn’t need to epoxy it if it already has a design on it.
@sarahaguiar8251
3 жыл бұрын
How many coats of epoxy do you put on total?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
It depends on the tumbler, but usually 3.
@trinitybutton5653
2 жыл бұрын
Also, if I’m using a blow dryer, how long should you heat up the epoxy or on the top coat?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
Just use it to get rid of some bubbles. There’s not a specific time/ temperature for heating it.
@2danniegrl
4 жыл бұрын
Also- is the heat gun better than the spritz with alcohol?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
It’s just a preference thing ☺️ I haven’t tried the alcohol personally.
@ashlynn2366
Жыл бұрын
I'm kinda new to hopping on this but, can you explain to me what you first put on to hold the glitter..? I've tried mod podge and all sorts of things and it peels off.. what am I doing wrong?😩 All help would be appreciated.
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
Here’s a tutorial on how to glitter tumblers: kzitem.info/news/bejne/u4Wp4IifoYCAem0
@hustlehardermommy9675
4 жыл бұрын
So is the tumbler finished? Are there any more steps?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
Yes there are more steps. The videos in the series after this show you the rest of the steps.
@kelliwojcik9095
3 жыл бұрын
After the 8 hours, should it still be a bit tacky? Or do I wait until it's not tacky before sanding and applying my decal?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
Preferably you'd wait until it's not tacky anymore, but if it's just a little bi tacky then you can go ahead and apply it.
@jamiegarner4329
2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! I am making 100 tumblers for my destination wedding and have started making them and they are on epoxy step 2. I want to wait to have them all done before I added the names in vinyl and then do my final coat of epoxy. Is it ok if I wait a few weeks in order to do the final coat?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I go months between steps sometimes!
@wolfofbluehelix5491
2 жыл бұрын
With the heat gun does it take out all those bubbles that are in your tumbler (one in this video) bc it looks like the sanding job is being seen and idk the finished look seems bubbling and scratchy 😩
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
The sanding is supposed to make it look scratched. When you add epoxy over top of that once the alcohol wipes away the residue it makes it look smooth again! The heat gun definitely helps.
@fatimaarcaro8979
4 жыл бұрын
Hi. Thank you ...i am a beginner and I don't understand decal I tried that site but there wasn't and cute pictures or words to choose from I don't have a cutter I won't be getting one I have a small one bed room home no room haha So can you help me on where I can get some like the word love, fun, happy days so on and pretty flower pictures also I love in Australia so I'll have to order anyway?. Thank for your time. ❤❤
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
You can try ordering custom decals on Etsy.com
@fatimaarcaro8979
4 жыл бұрын
@@DIYAlex thank you
@hillarygrossman1273
Жыл бұрын
I have two tumblers that I’ve applied Cricut design to! What’s the process of adding epoxy to it?
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
The process is shown in this video.
@amigatete224
4 жыл бұрын
How do you epoxy the opening of the cup? With out having product on the inside of the cup
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
I don’t do anything to prevent the epoxy going in and I clean it out at the end
@jenniferkrawczynski5825
4 жыл бұрын
Hi! I prepped a cup and spray painted it. No glitter will be applied to this cup. After the paint dries, would I epoxy it, sand it then apply the decal- as you did for this cup in the video? Or is it a different procedure?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
If you have it spray painted you can apply the decal straight to the paint before epoxy if you want.
@gabbs4090
4 жыл бұрын
if you were doing a cup with only vinyl would you have to seal it first or just add the epoxy after the vinyl :)?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
You can do either! You don't have to seal it first before applying the vinyl if you don't want to.
@reginawilliams9545
2 жыл бұрын
I have a question. I don't think I put enough epoxy on my first coat to sand it I'm afraid if I do sand it, it will mess up the cup. I didn't do the glitter, do I still need to sand before I add my second coat? I don't feel any roughness. Also if it don't feel rough do I still need to sand before applying decal?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
Don't sand directly on the glitter. If you don't think it feels rough, then you can just add another coat of epoxy over top without sanding. You still need to sand before adding glitter and epoxy regardless. :)
@heather-tn4eq
2 жыл бұрын
Use coffee filters to clean it off with!!
@lindataylor5469
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry I’m really excited about trying this but where would you recommend to buy bulk glitter at once?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
This glitter is from Glitter Buy MamaBoss, but 651vinyl.com has glitter in 4oz bottles, which is twice the size of most glitter containers! That's where I recommend.
@petercluff4892
Жыл бұрын
Hello Kate and Alex - where do you get one of those slow turning tumbler rotisseries? Thanks.
@DIYAlex
Жыл бұрын
You can get them on Amazon!
@linzmiller24
3 жыл бұрын
So I just got a Cricut and will be getting supplies soon to make my first cup. The video jumped ahead , after you both were talking, to the cup already being covered in glitter. How did you do that?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
This is a 5 video series that shows you a different step in each video. You can find the series in the first 5 videos of this playlist here: kzitem.info/door/PLdqAY6wTCkWCeMGXrRhEhYsorONi7RDQc
@gracaoliveira1597
3 жыл бұрын
Oi meninas,parabéns pelo o trabalho de ambas. Amo! Desejo-lhes sucesso jovens lindas e determinadas! Segui o passo de como preparo o copo com glitter e vi que vocês fizeram o primeiro procedimento de lixar,lavar,secar,passar álcool.. depois me perdi no tutorial.. Como é , deixa secar o Primer para depois passar a resina e o glitter? Me ajudem,pois preciso muito disso! Confesso que não sei Inglês. Um grande abraço e que Deus vos abençoe. 😘👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
Obrigado! Sim, você começa preparando o copo (lixando, lavando, secando e esfregando álcool) e, em seguida, pode começar a adicionar o glitter. Usamos o método epóxi em nossos tutoriais, mas existem várias maneiras de aplicar glitter em copos. Este é o tutorial que você precisa seguir depois de se preparar! :) kzitem.info/news/bejne/u4Wp4IifoYCAem0
@lauracooper4788
4 жыл бұрын
I have a few spots after my "flood coat" where the glitter is on there, but it is like the epoxy soaked into, if that makes sense. Should I worry about it or no since I still have to do a final coat?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
At this point just go with it. Glitter sometimes absorbs the epoxy unevenly, but you can sand it down a little a fix it with the next coat of epoxy.
@shannonvincent3710
2 жыл бұрын
I was wondering how long it takes for the epoxy to completely dry and do you turn it the entire time?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
You need to keep it turning the whole time it is curing. It takes different amounts of time based on brand, weather, and how thick the epoxy is.
@libertygeneralstore8298
4 жыл бұрын
So... Now in this video.. You can still see the line around the bottom... So should you have added more glitter?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
No the glitter fully covered cup so I’m not sure what you mean.
@MGM-ej8wx
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video. If you’re not adding a decal, do you have to sand the cup?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
You still want to sand to get the epoxy smooth and give your epoxy a good surface to stick to regardless of if you place a decal on it.
@MGM-ej8wx
4 жыл бұрын
DIY Alex Thank you for getting back to me. 😊
@jenniferkeller3583
2 жыл бұрын
Stupid question here but…. How do you keep the epoxy from going inside the cup?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
You don’t, you just clean it out when you’re done. ☺️
@winxtwins
2 жыл бұрын
So i tried making my own vinyl on a cup resin cup and well some spots especially wjere the vinyl is i can like rub my nail on it and it chips off. Why? Would it be ok to second dome it or would it be too bulky? Help?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely try a second coat and see what happens!
@madalynnhayes81
4 жыл бұрын
Have you used the ozark tumblers since they added the rubber bottom? If so, How do you work around it
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
No I haven’t! I always use stainless steel only so I would order something else. I love to buy from stainlesssteeldepot.com
@bethanyesanchez6154
3 жыл бұрын
what can occur when leaving the heat on the epoxy too long?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
In my experience it gets super thin and starts to drip off the tumbler.
@PapillonFan29
3 жыл бұрын
I love your videos but how long between? i.e. how long do you let the glitter dry before you add this coat?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
It honestly it going to vary. It depends on the weather (temperature and humidity), how you applied your glitter, etc. You'll just have to use your best judgement.
@TCJ24116
4 жыл бұрын
May I kindly ask if it's safe to drink straight out of the tumbler after the epoxy dries or should one use a straw?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
In the last video in the series I show you how to clean it out :). That you drink out of the tumbler however you'd like!
@elenasanchez9080
2 жыл бұрын
what epoxy do you use? does a certain glove matter? thank you good job
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
I recommend Alumilite epoxy for beginners. Use nitrile or latex gloves. ☺️
@ashleydelosrios9206
3 жыл бұрын
Just starting with my epoxy everything is going great except application 😫 While wet on cup turner it looks completely covered and perfect after I leave it for a few hours and I go to check it it has like separation spots all over ! What can I do ? Please help 😅
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
Try spraying your cup with clear acrylic spray before applying epoxy. That should help with the epoxy staying put.
@thesavgekids8593
3 жыл бұрын
What tumbler kit do you recommend for starters?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
I’m not aware of a specific kit, but I have an epoxy tumbler list of materials on my blog on www.diyalex.com
@kelleystramiello2386
3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes after I place my vinyl, I find I have parts that are still exposed after I add a layer of epoxy. Any tips for knowing when you have done enough? (I always think I have enough)
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
If your epoxy is covering everything including your vinyl while it's wet, it should be fine. If the epoxy is sliding off, then spray clear acrylic spray over top the tumbler after the vinyl is applied and that should stop it from sliding off.
@Tjcr2003
3 жыл бұрын
Do U have a video that lists what is needed for a beginner to do this?
@DIYAlex
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I do! Here’s the list of supplies: diyalex.com/2020/05/04/epoxy-supply-list/
@KGwideangle
2 жыл бұрын
you gave a link to everything but, the device that is spinning the tumbler. what is it, how much is it, where did u biuy it?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I removed the turner link because they no longer make this one. You can find hundreds of options on Amazon or Etsy.
@marissasthe1
2 жыл бұрын
How did the glitter stick to the tumbler before the epoxy?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
I used the epoxy method. You can find all the details in the earlier videos in this series ☺️
@daniellefreeland4830
4 жыл бұрын
What is part A and B ? I know one is the epoxy but what is the other? And did you leave the tumbler to set overnight?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
One is the epoxy and one is the hardener. They come together when you buy the epoxy. I usually let mine sit overnight if I have time. Conditions like humidity and temperature impact how fast they dry.
@denisefoster3949
2 жыл бұрын
I'm very new at this, my question is where do you get the decals for the cups?
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
I cut the decals on my Cricut machine.
@calliebrunett-tarver1394
2 жыл бұрын
Could you use alcohol pads to cleans vs. Liquid alcohol
@DIYAlex
2 жыл бұрын
Yes you could
@ojedalopez3379
4 жыл бұрын
did you sand paper the glitter before applying the epoxy over glitter? if so what grit type?
@DIYAlex
4 жыл бұрын
You can’t sand until there’s epoxy on the cup. I use 220 grit or higher.
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