Resin Mastery: Exploring iCoat Epoxy

• Resin Mastery - Mindful Tree Art - Flower Preservation Artist and Trainer - Episode 11

  The interview features Ann Niebch, an artist, author, and owner of Mindful Tree Art and Floor Preservation. Ann shares her journey from being a single mom in her twenties to a senior director in corporate America, where she developed women in leadership training programs. Despite her success, she felt a creative void in her life. This led her to yoga, which helped her become more mindful and present, especially in nature. The pandemic served as a catalyst, pushing her to explore her artistic side by painting murals, pressing flowers, and eventually creating jewelry and bookmarks, which she sold on Etsy.Ann's exploration eventually led her to flower preservation. She started experimenting with resin, facing many challenges and failures, but she persevered. She created a website offering wedding bouquet preservation services. By the end of 2021, the demand for her services grew exponentially, leading her to quit her corporate job and pursue her business full-time. Ann emphasizes the importance of taking the first step, making space for creativity, and believing in one's innate artistic abilities.Ann discusses the emotional aspect of her work, particularly with memorial projects. She feels honored and values the stories shared with her by clients, especially those who have experienced loss and finds fulfillment in creating lasting mementos. She appreciates using high-quality epoxy resin from iCoat Products, a company that values quality over profit.She has just released in Early 2025 her book Art, Hustle, & Flow: Mastering the art, business, and strategy of modern flower preservation. Available at https://www.mindfultreeart.com/training and on Amazon and wherever you find great books.High Points and BenefitsPersonal Transformation: Ann's story highlights her transformation from a single mom to a successful business owner, showcasing the power of resilience and determination.Creativity and Fulfillment: Discovering and pursuing her artistic passions filled a void in Ann's life.Empowerment: Ann's journey encourages others to embrace their creativity and believe in their ability to achieve their goals.Emotional Connection: Ann finds deep satisfaction in creating memorial pieces, offering comfort and lasting memories to those who have experienced loss.High-Quality Materials: Using high-quality epoxy resin from iCaot Products ensures the longevity and beauty of her preserved flower creations.Business Success: Ann's business quickly grew from a side project to a full-time career, demonstrating the potential for financial independence and personal fulfillment through creative entrepreneurship.Anne Niebchmindfultreeart.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfultreeart/https://www.mindfultreeart.com/traininghttps://artist.icoatproducts.comtel: +1 602-258-1114https://www.facebook.com/iCoatProducts/Instagram @icoat.epoxyPodcast management by www.globalcreativegroup.com

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• Resin Mastery - Tools of the Epoxy Resin Trade - Episode 10

  The podcast episode of Resin Mastery focused on essential tools for working with epoxy resin projects. Below is a summary emphasizing the "Tools of the Trade":Safety ToolsRespirators: Full-face gas respirators are recommended for enclosed spaces with multiple projects, as they protect both breathing and eye safety. Half-face respirators are suitable for smaller projects but require separate eye protection.Eye Protection: Essential to prevent epoxy splashes during mixing or sanding. Options range from full-coverage goggles to clear glasses, depending on personal preference.Workspace PreparationBrown Craft Paper and Painter's Tape: Ideal for covering surfaces to protect them from epoxy spills. Scotch blue painter's tape is highlighted for its ease of use and residue-free removal.Drop Cloths: Useful for larger projects to prevent epoxy from spreading onto floors or furniture. Craft paper can be reused if kept clean during the process.Mixing ToolsBuckets: Large three-gallon buckets are perfect for mixing epoxy, while smaller plastic buckets work well for small batches. Hardened epoxy can be easily removed, allowing bucket reuse.Drill Attachments: Silicone-ended drill attachments help mix larger batches efficiently but require caution to avoid splashes.Stirring Sticks and Chip Brushes: Stirring sticks are inexpensive and effective for small projects, while high-quality chip brushes prevent bristles from contaminating the epoxy.Temperature ControlHeating Mats: Reptile heating mats or similar devices ensure epoxy is at the right temperature for mixing by warming bottles gradually. This method avoids overheating and maintains optimal viscosity.Heat Guns: Useful for precise temperature adjustments during preparation.Advanced ToolsVacuum Chambers: Mentioned briefly as a tool to remove air bubbles from mixed epoxy, ensuring a smoother finish.The episode provided practical advice on selecting and using these tools effectively, helping listeners optimize their resin projects while minimizing risks and cleanup time.Click here for our recommended tools of the trade https://artist.icoatproducts.com/tools-of-the-epoxy-resin-trade/https://artist.icoatproducts.comtel: +1 602-258-1114https://www.facebook.com/iCoatProducts/Instagram @icoat.epoxyPodcast management by www.globalcreativegroup.com

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• Resin Mastery - Are You Ready for Wedding Season and Flower Preservation Work - Episode 9

  The podcast, part of the Resin Mastery series, features a conversation about wedding season preparation for flower preservation artists. They explore various sentimental ways couples and wedding parties might want to preserve wedding memories, such as saving bouquets, creating centerpiece mementos, and making personalized gifts like ring holders for bridesmaids and parents.The hosts discuss the most popular wedding seasons, noting that spring (March through May) and fall (September through November) are the peak wedding months. They explain why winter is less desirable for weddings, citing reasons like holiday conflicts, cold weather, and potential travel challenges. They also touch on regional variations, mentioning that summer weddings can work in some northern states but would be challenging in hot locations like Arizona or Florida.In the final segment, they provide practical advice for preservation artists preparing for wedding season. Their recommendations include checking and preparing equipment, ensuring adequate product supply, tools, understanding resource requirements, and developing a robust marketing strategy. They suggest networking with florists and wedding planners, creating a comprehensive website, maintaining an active social media presence, and being prepared to market services across different regions to grow the business.Click here for your Wedding Season Checklist https://artist.icoatproducts.comtel: +1 602-258-1114https://www.facebook.com/iCoatProducts/Instagram @icoat.epoxyPodcast management by www.globalcreativegroup.com

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• Resin Mastery - Blossom and Rhyme, Wedding Flower Preservation - Episode 8

  Rachael Croxall, founder of Blossom & Rhyme, started her business in Chattanooga, Tennessee, during the pandemic after losing her job at a wedding venue. Leaning on her Christian faith and driven by a passion for preserving memories, she began creating resin jewelry and keepsakes using wedding flowers, initially making small necklaces and eventually expanding to full bouquet preservations. Her business took off after a viral Instagram video got 40 million views, which prompted her to transition from a hobby to a full-time enterprise.When a frost disrupted one of the main US plants that supply epoxy chemicals, and the pandemic had ports backlogged for imported product, iCoat was able to provide a steady, constant supply based on their relationships and longevity in the supply chain. While other companies were telling their clients it would be weeks before they could get more product, Blossom & Rhyme had a constant supply of epoxy through iCoat to fill their orders.The company quickly grew from a small home-based operation to a substantial business with multiple employees. Rachael emphasizes the importance of hard work, customer service, and being selective about partnerships. Her unique approach includes incorporating poetry into her preservation services, with shipping specialists selecting personalized poems that match each client's love story or memorial narrative.Today, Blossom & Rhyme has expanded to a large workspace of 6,000 square feet and employs 20 people, including Rachael and her husband. They have become the most followed floral preservation account on Instagram. Rachael remains passionate about her work, viewing it as a way to help people preserve precious memories and moments that might otherwise be lost, reflecting her belief that life is composed of meaningful small moments worth capturing and cherishing.Listen to the Resin Mastery podcast to hear Rachael’s full story about building Blossom & Rhyme.Blossom & Rhyme [email protected]: 423-838-0176https://blossomandrhyme.comhttps://artist.icoatproducts.comtel: +1 602-258-1114https://www.facebook.com/iCoatProducts/Instagram @icoat.epoxyPodcast management by www.globalcreativegroup.com

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• Resin Mastery - Transforming Everyday Objects with Epoxy - Episode 7

  Rachel and Ian, hosts of the Resin Mastery Podcast, discuss the versatility and creative potential of epoxy resin in home DIY projects. They explore numerous ways to transform and elevate everyday household items, emphasizing how epoxy can be used to preserve, protect, and personalize objects ranging from wooden gates and charcuterie boards to ceramic soap dishes and mason jars.The conversation highlights practical and creative applications of epoxy, such as fixing a loose gate clasp, creating food-safe surfaces, protecting wooden utensils, and customizing items like garbage cans. Rachel shares her passion for personalization, suggesting ways to use epoxy to make items more durable, visually appealing, and meaningful - from adding glitter to soap dishes to preserving dried flowers in glass jars.Beyond practical uses, the podcast hosts discuss how epoxy can help people preserve sentimental items, childproof surfaces, and create unique decorative pieces. They emphasize the product's incredible versatility, with Ian noting that epoxy is "a product you can work with, but it will work with you," highlighting its adaptability for various creative and functional purposes.https://artist.icoatproducts.comtel: +1 602-258-1114https://www.facebook.com/iCoatProducts/Instagram @icoat.epoxyPodcast management by www.globalcreativegroup.com

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