Can I Add Colour, Inks, or Flowers in My Resin Mould?

Adding Colour and Inks to Resin

Resin is highly versatile and can be customised using a variety of pigments or colourants. Add your chosen pigment or colour ink directly to the freshly mixed resin, stirring slowly to achieve a smooth, even blend. For vibrant effects such as the Petri art technique, drip alcohol inks into the resin after pouring. Each method offers exciting ways to create unique swirls, marbling effects, or layered colours.

• Blend mica powders for a metallic sheen.
• Use alcohol inks for organic, blooming patterns.
• Experiment with contrasting tones to make your design pop.

If you’re new to resin art, the Petri Resin Art Starter Kit provides everything you need, including resin, alcohol inks, and a mould.

Embedding Flowers in Resin Moulds

Ready to encase flowers in resin? Only use dried or properly treated botanicals to avoid issues with moisture and clarity. Arrange your dried flowers gently within the mould before pouring the mixed resin. Add the resin in layers if needed, allowing bubbles to surface between pours, which helps protect delicate arrangements and ensures a clear, long-lasting result.

• Never use fresh flowers—these may discolour or react poorly during curing.
• Position flowers with tweezers to avoid disturbing your layout.

The Resin Memory Box Kit is ideal for safely preserving dried wedding bouquets, floral keepsakes, or special garden finds in resin.

When This Matters

Experimenting with colour and inclusions is especially important when creating commemorative items, personalised gifts, or eye-catching home décor. Whether you want layered colours, botanical arrangements, or intricate patterns, proper technique ensures lasting, beautiful results.