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Crystal-Clear Bubble Ball

A calming DIY project to create a beautiful crystal-clear bubble ball using epoxy resin.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 1 bubble ball
Course: Crafting
Cuisine: Crafting

Ingredients
  

  • Clear epoxy resin and slow hardener
  • Silicone sphere mold
  • Mixing cups and sticks
  • Nitrile gloves and respirator
  • Thermometer optional
  • Isopropyl alcohol 91% or higher
  • Mini torch or heat gun
  • Toothpicks and silicone-tipped tools
  • Clear polish compound or fine sandpaper 600 to 2000
  • Small drill with diamond bit optional
  • Soft cloths and cotton swabs
  • Clean dust-free workspace

Method
 

  1. Prepare your space and tools.
  2. Put on gloves and respirator.
  3. Cover your surface and arrange everything within reach.
  4. Measure and mix the resin slowly.
  5. Warm the mixed resin a little if allowed.
  6. Pour a thin base layer into the sphere mold.
  7. Add a controlled inner inclusion or let a single bubble form.
  8. Allow the first layer to reach a tacky stage.
  9. Pour the remaining resin in gentle layers.
  10. Use isopropyl alcohol to clear small surface bubbles.
  11. Let the piece fully cure in a dust-free spot.
  12. Demold gently once cured.
  13. Sand and polish for crystal clarity.
  14. Add a hanging eye or mount if desired.

Notes

Use slow cure resin for the clearest results and work in a well-ventilated area.