[Jewelry making - Article 01069] - Re: [Orchid] Epoxy resin problems

[Silverspotstudio]

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    I don't know if other epoxies would behave in the same manner, but
    I've had good results mixing Rio's Low-Viscosity Epoxy in little
    graduated medicine cups. A dozen of these came with the kit and were,
    of course, quickly used up. After a little searching, I located the
    cups in good quantities at a nearby Hobby Lobby in the model-making
    department. The really nice thing is that, since 1/4 oz. of epoxy
    must be mixed at a time (with this kind) and it's a 2:1 ratio, the
    cups are graduated just right to yield consistent results: they
    include lines for 5cc and 7.5cc. Furthermore, the plastic has never
    interacted with the epoxy. 

    As for other epoxies, I tend to mix them up on whatever scrap of
    cardboard I have handy. It's not precise and won't work for large
    quantities, but it's good for the occasional small job. 

Cheers,
Jessee Smith
www.silverspotstudio.com
Cincinnati, Ohio

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