DIY Trendy Teal Resin Drop Earrings: Easy Step-by-Step Tutorial

Updated at: 06/02/2025

Dive into the world of handmade jewelry with this easy tutorial on crafting trendy teal resin drop earrings! Resin jewelry is experiencing a massive surge in popularity, and for good reason: it's incredibly versatile, allowing for stunning, unique pieces that perfectly complement any style. The calming, sophisticated shade of teal is currently a major trend, making these earrings a perfect blend of on-point fashion and personalized creativity. Forget expensive boutique prices – you can achieve professional-looking results from the comfort of your own home with readily available materials.

This project requires minimal tools and experience, making it ideal for both seasoned crafters and enthusiastic beginners. We’ll guide you through each step, from preparing your workspace to achieving that perfect glossy finish. Ready to create a pair of stunning, statement earrings? Let's get started with our easy, step-by-step guide!

Preparation and Safety Guidelines

Tools Needed
  • Peerminic circle bezel post earrings (by Nun Design)
  • Peer inverted drop open pendants (by Nun Design)
  • Two 6mm 19 gauge open jump rings
  • White opaque liquid pigment
  • Yellow pigment
  • Blue pigment
  • Resin kit (by Nun Design)
  • Stir sticks
  • Measuring cups
  • Paper cup
  • Toothpicks
  • Ziploc bag
  • Packing tape
  • Business cards
  • Chain nose pliers
  • Wet wipes
Safety Guidelines
  • Always work in a well-ventilated area. Resin fumes can be harmful if inhaled.
  • Wear gloves to protect your skin from resin and its potential irritants.
  • Use a designated workspace covered with protective material (e.g., newspaper, plastic sheet) as resin can be difficult to clean up.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prepare the Workspace

    • Place a Ziploc baggie down and have packing tape ready.
    Prepare your work surface: Place a Ziploc baggie down and have packing tape ready.
    Prepare the Workspace

  2. Prepare the Bezels

    • Secure open back bezels onto packing tape using the table to adhere them, then cut off excess tape.
    Prepare the bezels: Secure open back bezels onto packing tape using the table to adhere them, then cut off excess tape.
    Prepare the Bezels

  3. Prepare the Earring Posts

    • Place the bezel posts into a paper cup with holes to keep them flat for even resin application.

  4. Mix the Resin

    • Pour 0.5 oz of Part A and 0.5 oz of Part B into separate measuring cups. Wipe off any spills with a wet wipe. Mix thoroughly for at least 2 minutes to remove bubbles.
    Mix the resin: Pour 0.5 oz of Part A and 0.5 oz of Part B into separate measuring cups. Wipe off any spills with a wet wipe. Mix thoroughly for at least 2 minutes to remove bubbles.
    Mix the Resin

  5. Color the Resin

    • Divide the mixed resin into two measuring cups. Add pigments to create two shades of teal: lighter teal (3 drops white, 1 drop yellow, 1 drop blue) and darker teal (3 drops white, 2 drops yellow, 2 drops blue). Stir each color thoroughly for about a minute.
    Divide and color the resin: Divide the mixed resin into two measuring cups. Add pigments to create two shades of teal: lighter teal (3 drops white, 1 drop yellow, 1 drop blue) and darker teal (3 drops white, 2 drops yellow, 2 drops blue). Stir each color thoroughly for about a minute.
    Color the Resin

  6. Pour Resin into Posts

    • Carefully pour the darker teal resin into the earring posts.
    Pour resin into earring posts: Carefully pour the darker teal resin into the earring posts.
    Pour Resin into Posts

  7. Pour Resin into Bezels

    • Carefully pour the lighter teal resin into the open back bezels, placed on business cards for easier handling.
    Pour resin into bezels: Carefully pour the lighter teal resin into the open back bezels, placed on business cards for easier handling.
    Pour Resin into Bezels

  8. Cure the Resin

    • Allow both the posts and bezels to cure for 72 hours.
    Cure the resin: Allow both the posts and bezels to cure for 72 hours.
    Cure the Resin

  9. Assemble the Earrings

    • Remove packing tape from the bezels. Attach the open back bezels to the cured earring posts using 6mm jump rings.
    Assemble the earrings: Remove packing tape from the bezels. Attach the open back bezels to the cured earring posts using 6mm jump rings.
    Assemble the Earrings

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Tips

  • Use a sharpie to mark measuring cups for easier resin measurement.
  • Use a toothpick to help get pigments out of the bottle if needed.
  • Gently pour resin to avoid overflow.
  • Use packing tape or Goo Gone to remove sticky residue from bezels after curing.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Air Bubbles in the Resin

Reason: Improper mixing or pouring techniques can trap air bubbles, resulting in an uneven and unprofessional look.
Solution: Gently heat the resin mixture and slowly pour it to minimize air bubble formation.

2. Unevenly Filled Molds

Reason: Insufficient resin or tilting the mold during the curing process can lead to an uneven distribution of resin.
Solution: Ensure the mold is completely filled and keep it undisturbed until the resin has fully cured.

FAQs

What kind of resin is best for making resin earrings?
For earrings, it's best to use a high-quality, crystal-clear epoxy resin designed specifically for jewelry making. These resins are less likely to yellow over time and are usually less prone to air bubbles.