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Making A Bug Collection in Resin

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Nothing is more fun than a bug hunt so catch some creepy crawlies and make your own collection! TIP! Contact your local pest control company and ask them to notify you when they find something awesome, such as scorpions. They're the ones who get the call anytime a big or creepy pest is found! Steps: 1. Catch your bug 2. Place in a labeled container and put in freezer for 4 days 3. Pose bug by pinning on a foam board with sewing pins, let dry and harden 4. Encase in resin Materials: Bugs of choice Disposable cups Measuring containers Popcycle sticks Resin/resin hardner Molds Great tips for posing and drying bugs, including butterflies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhLZKTUeQpc 10 Tips for Getting rid of Resin Bubbles: https://www.resinobsession.com/resin-frequently-asked-questions/resin-bubbles/ How To Encapsulate Insects in Resin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-Z6KxQUra8 Resin Casting for Beginners- 5 Mistakes to Avoid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpsoBm_nP5A Science/Lab supply including preserved specimens: https://www.wardsci.com/store/ Tips: Pour resin over cheap place mat/cutting board to protect your surface Resin doesn't like moisture (from materials in casting or air) -Fully dry out your bug, brush off any dust Mix enough resin for half the project After mixing resin, let sit for a few minutes to help eliminate bubbles After placing bug in resin, pour a tiny bit over bug to prevent bubbles. Once resin has gelled, pour rest of resin (newly mixed batch) over top. Don't wait until first layer has hardened. Nocturnal Insect Catcher Technique: Lay out a white sheet/poster board and shine a flashlight on it to gather moths How to Clean Your Resin Cups for Reuse https://milllanestudio.blogspot.com/2018/04/how-to-clean-your-resin-mixing-cups.html Say hi to me! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Little-Black-ShadeTree-2194636917451574 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelittleblackshadetree/ About Me: I'm Shelly and I'd love for you to join my unique DIY projects and farm animal fun! I make crazy cakes, creative DIY projects, science experiments with my 3 kids, and having fun with all the animals on our farm. The name "ShadeTree" comes from "shadetree mechanic" or a "Do-It-Yourself-er". I'm passionate about life-long learning and empowering others to do-it-themselves too! Subscribe now to jump in on all my DIY projects and farm fun! Music: Acoustic/Folk Instrumental by Hyde - Free Instrumentals https://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/acoustic-folk-instrumental Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/YKdXVnaHfo8 #thelittleblackshadetree

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