Glitter Tumbler Tutorial - Epoxy + Loctite Method - Full Process Start to Finish!

Watch my video all about Epoxy safety here:

PLEASE READ FIRST: Epoxy resin is toxic while it is curing, and safety precautions must be taken. Wear proper protective equipment (nitrile gloves, long sleeves, full-face respirator, and apron) and work outside or in a well-ventilated area. Do not allow epoxy resin to touch your skin or be inhaled through fumes or dust. If you get some on your skin, wash it twice well with soap and water. Always read the safety information!

This video teaches you the complete process of making DIY glitter tumblers, from selecting the right tumblers and adhesive to applying the glitter and epoxy resin to create a tumbling/curing rack to prevent drips! I break it down step by step to make it EASIER for you to have success!

Materials List (contains my affiliate links):

* Stainless steel tumblers, cups, and/or mugs

* Glitter, extra fine or chunky -- I used these exact glitters:

* Painter's tape and/or electrical tape

* 91% isopropyl alcohol

* Disposable nitrile gloves (I used four pair)

* Extra plastic cups (for mixing)

* Extra popsicle sticks (for mixing)

* Copy or freezer paper (used to capture your glitter and drips)

* Adhesive vinyl and transfer tape

Glitter tumblers are stainless steel insulated mugs and cups that you glitter, seal, and decorate! They are VERY popular because you can personalize them and they look FABULOUS when they are all done. Also, the sealing process completely protects the vinyl decal so you never need to worry about it coming off.

The process to make a glitter tumbler may seem complicated, but I’m going to take you through it step-by-step.

There are 11 steps to the perfect glitter tumbler:
Step 1: Prepare and tape your tumblers for the glitter. 
Step 2: (Optional) Spray paint your tumblers.
Step 3: Put adhesive on your tumblers and glitter them.
Step 4: Seal the glitter on your tumblers with a clear coat.
Step 5: Prepare a way to rotate your tumblers while they cure.
Step 6: Mix and apply high gloss resin to your glitter tumblers using proper safety precautions.
Step 7: Remove your tape after 30 minutes (and before 45 minutes)
Step 8: After five hours, tape your tumblers and sand them. Wear protection!
Step 9: (Optional) Apply your vinyl decal.
Step 10: Apply your second cost of resin.
Step 11: Remove your tape after 30 minutes (and before 45 minutes) and allow your tumbler to cure for 24-48 hours.

The difference between the extra fine glitter and chunk glitter really comes down to personal preference. The extra fine glitter is definitely more sleep and smooth, but not as sparkly.

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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my child!)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer Marx on a Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K
Design: A Jennifer Maker original!

[lizzyjo]

Somebody get this woman her own TV show!!! Your amazing!! Thank you!

[AffiliatedBynumber]

I just wanted to say thank you SO SO SO much for doing such a professional tutorial. Listening to someone speak like you instead of "uh, like, ya know" every other word was a dream come true lol Great tutorial and thanks for the suggestions on products!! You're wonderful!

[kaceeboxers]

I’ve watched dozens of tutorials on glittering and epoxying tumblers and by far, yours is the most comprehensive and detailed. Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. The finished tumblers are gorgeous!

[Steph-]

I appreciate your tutorials more than you know. Not only are you teaching us, but you're also saving us money and time because we don't have to deal with trial and error to make these wonderful projects. You are THE BEST Jennifer Maker!!! 💞

[patriciafranks]

I had considered doing these tumblers a year or so ago. I was in a group but honestly the people who were there made it sound impossibly difficult. This tutorial is awesome. Thanks Jennifer!

[debchambers]

You are such a great teacher. I have seen a few videos on the tumblers and you are so informative. Not only have I watched this video but many others. You have the best personality to teach. Your “ Greg” is a great help also 😁

[hannah]

This is a weird comment but, you have a very calming voice.

[dianebrown]

Someone, on one of the cricket Facebook groups I belong to suggested your tutorials. So glad she did!!! You are amazing!! Thank you! I've been wanting to make these epoxy tumblers for a long time. You made me think I can do it. I gotta go get the supplies and I will bring you along on my tumbler journey!

[Bagheera]

This is just amazing. I can't get over how calm and soothing you are, and yet easily watchable. How you cover EVERY SINGLE STEP. You're giving me a the courage and knowledge to try this, I've just got to slowly work up to getting all the supplies

[mildredaponte]

New to all this. Need to make t-shirts for my church group. I love the way you explain. GOD BLESS YOU.

Excited to start.

[nrdygrl]

A tip as far as spray paint goes, if your glitter is translucent a base coat goes a long way. You'd need many coats of translucent glitter to get a solid covering. Base coating, especially with a matching color helps reduce the coats of glitter you need for good coverage

[fleshiart]

Here is a chunky glitter tip to help you get a much smoother finish. If you do a burnishing technique the glitter Will lay flat instead of being lumpy. I use a cheapy paint brush to burnish while the adhesive is still tacky. Works like a charm.

[LeafCustoms]

Jennifer, loved the video. But I wanted to share with ya that if you are stopping the turner while it is still attempting to turn, over time, you can mess up the bearings and/or gears inside. Stopping the turner for a second to remove the tape would've made the cleanup a bit easier all around. Also, acetone is amazing on sloppy wet resin. Thanks for the video! they look great!

[itsmecolombia]

I just bought my first Cricut so i can make these tumblers. You explained everything so well. I can't wait to start! ❤

[MrCatfarmer]

Someone needs to invent a glitter that isn’t messy. My wife has a business that does very well with mugs. I do the graphic work, she does everything else. Now, my house is a three story in the middle of nowhere with 15 rooms. More than we need but I set up one room in the top floor back corner for her crafts and that glitter is in EVERY room. Even found some behind the glass on one of my canon zoom lenses. Every room.
About to make a rule she has to strip before leaving that room. 🤣😂

[nrdygrl]

I recommend wet sanding so you minimize dust. Epoxy dust is no joke and you don't want to inhale it.

[angelicaaphonephanh]

You are absolutely AMAZING! I love how neat and professional you are. I would really like to see the tutorial on how you did the other tumblers. :D

[hopeloggins]

I loved how you showed different options and my goodness this project takes alot of patience and you definitely have it

[libertyisnotfree]

Well done! One small tip: If you wind the electrical tape the same direction as the rotisserie spins then you can just hold the end of the tape and let it spin off....

[sandrawalters]

Hi Jennifer, first off, let me say that I always enjoy your videos. You go into such great detail that even a first-time crafter can follow the instructions with such ease. You always make such beautiful projects, I love them all.
Being new to tumblers myself, I am surfing Youtube almost all day, every day, to learn as much as I possibly can. With that being said, I watched a video the other day where the host was using chunky glitter and she took an extra step to almost guarantee that the glitter lay flat on the cup before any other steps were made. She used Reynolds plastic wrap (though I am sure parchment paper would work as well) and placed the tumbler flat on one end and rolled it while pressing against the tumbler. This process allowed her to flatten the glitter against the tumbler. I thought that it was a great idea and wanted to share it with you and the readers in case you or someone else wanted to try it.