How to Make Resin Candy Cane Heart Ornament Easy DIY

Tis the season to get started on handmade gifts and crafts that just say cheery holiday season.

Make a heart shaped candy cane using EasySculpt Epoxy, then filled with glittered EasyCast resin, reminiscent of a snow globe or stained glass for the perfect ornament for the Christmas tree.

This is a two phase craft utilizing two types of epoxy resin. Let's get started!

Previously Posted on Resin Crafts Blog

Supplies Needed for Candy Cane Hearts:

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• Epoxy Modeling Clay (the brand of resin clay I am using is discontinued, but this one is a perfect choice)
• Castin' Craft Color Pigment in Red and White
• Cornstarch
• Non stick surface
• Disposable Gloves

Step 1: Mixing EasySculpt

First step is to work in a well-ventilated area.

Then begin by getting an equal amount of each tub of the EasySculpt resin clay, one part is resin and the other part is hardener that react together with a chemical reaction to form a ceramic like clay. 

Weigh it on a scale or just eyeball it.

Wear gloves when working with EasySculpt, it's very sticky. 

Then mix the EasySculpt together, these textured gloves make it blend super quickly by rolling it between both hands.

Then separate the EasySculpt into 2 sections, the chemical reaction is already in process, so work quickly.

Add a drop of the pigment color to each ball of resin clay.

Next mix the color into the EasySculpt until well blended, my gloves are making a funny pattern on the clay, but it will work out in the next step.

Step 2: Candy Cane Stripes

Use a thin layer of cornstarch to make working with the EasySculpt easier, it is very sticky. 

EasySculpt stays workable for a while but takes some resting time before starting or it's too soft to hold it's shape.

Dust the surface with cornstarch and let the clay sit for about 20 minutes. 

Then check it to see how soft it is. It needs to firm up a little to hold shape when forming it into a heart shaped candy cane.

Then roll out 2 long tubes of clay in each color, about 1/4 inch diameter...it's so much fun to roll out snakes with clay!

Next step, twist the white resin and red tubes together just like a striped candy cane, you could add a third section in a green color for a tri-color candy cane.

Then roll it gently to smooth out the edges and combine the two tubes of resin clay into one smooth colored resin snake.

Form candy cane shapes and then stick 2 of them together to make a heart shape. 

Then let the heart harden completely by setting it out overnight and curing completely.

Supplies Needed for Resin Snow Globe Fill:

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• Jewelry Resin (or any 2 part casting resin)
• Resin Tape
• Chunky Iridescent Glitter
• Fine Sparkle Glitter
• Mixing Small Cups, Stirring Sticks, Disposable Gloves
• Drill/bit
• Mini Heat Gun
• Twine

Step 1: Resin Tape

Begin by taping off the candy cane heart with the resin tape.

The tape sticks on the candy cane, so the center is sticky. Set it on a level surface.

Step 2: Mix Resin

Now mix up the jewelry resin using equal amounts of each, one part resin and one part hardener, be sure to follow the package directions when mixing for optimal results.

I used 1 teaspoon of each bottle, you just need a small amount of resin for the snow globe part of the DIY resin Christmas ornaments.

Then mix them together for 2 full minutes gently so you don't whip air bubbles into the clear resin mixture.

After 2 minutes of careful mixing, pour into a second plastic cup and use a new stir stick to mix the resin for 1 more full minute.

Step 3: Pour Resin

Now pour the mixed jewelry resin into the center of the candy cane heart, right onto the tape. 

The resin tape holds the resin in place perfectly!

Let the resin sit for about 5 minutes, then use the heat gun to pop the bubbles formed on the top of the ornament in the epoxy resin.

Then sprinkle some chunky holographic glitter and fine glitter into the resin...you could also use mica powder or gold flakes in the holiday resin ornaments.

I poured in a lot because I sparkles are my favorite things! 

This would be a cute little snow globe scene with little snowflakes or miniatures set in it. 

Let the resin cure for 24-48 hours.

Once the EasyCast resin is cured the resin tape will peel off the back easily. 

Enjoy the gorgeous DIY resin ornaments, it's got simple steps and is a great project for all skill levels of resin craft artists!

Now use a drill bit and drill a small hole through the clear resin.

Tie a piece of twine through it for the perfect sun-catching tree ornament! 

The best part is the glitter will sparkle so much on a lit tree.

Resin crafts are so much fun, and this one is no exception.

If I had UV resin back when I first made this ornament, I would have absolutely used it on the glitter glassy part.

That's it! 

This fun ornament craft featuring two types of resin is perfect for all skill levels.

These beautiful ornaments are perfect for holiday decorations but can also be used a sparkly gift tag, keychain or made a little smaller for a stunning piece of jewelry!

This simple tutorial will have you ready to make many handmade ornaments, maybe of different designs!

Add some greenery at the top or side of the ornament for cute holly sprig ornaments.

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