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Big Sales + New! Limited Edition Mica Set

Lauren MacLeod

Nov 17, 2023

Big Sales + New! Limited Edition Mica Set

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Lauren MacLeod

Oct 8, 2023

Spooky Scary Resin Projects for October

Dive into the enchanting world of my favorite Mermaid Trash fall-inspired epoxy resin projects from over the years! I'm thrilled to...

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Lauren MacLeod

May 8, 2023

Beating the Burnout!

Hey there mer-makers, Lauren here! I BURNED OUT! (so I burned it all down..not literally, but ya girl came close) I joke, but I really...

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News Report: UN seeks to protect world's Oceans

Lauren MacLeod

Aug 20, 2022

News Report: UN seeks to protect world's Oceans

Protect our oceans: Urgent UN treaty makes fifth attempt to safeguard the high seas On Monday, the UN began the latest set of talks to...

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Lauren MacLeod

Jul 28, 2022

Seashell Coaster Tutorial

Love collecting shells? Here's a great project using the new Mermaid Trash 32oz epoxy resin kit, to turn those moments on the beach into...

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YouTube- Bamboo Stand with Resin Ocean Waves

Lauren MacLeod

Jul 1, 2022

YouTube- Bamboo Stand with Resin Ocean Waves

Turn a regular wooden phone stand into a slice of Ocean paradise! Join me, Lauren MacLeod, here at Mermaid Trash studios in Coral Springs...

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How To Survive the Holiday Season As A Creative Entrepreneur

Jupiter Jones

Dec 14, 2021

How To Survive the Holiday Season As A Creative Entrepreneur

The holidays are coming, save yourself! As a creative entrepreneur, the holidays can be overwhelming. Check out these 5 tips to help!

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How to Make Resin Oceans Using Foam & Lace White Pigment Paste

Lauren MacLeod

Aug 28, 2021

How to Make Resin Oceans Using Foam & Lace White Pigment Paste

The other night on IG live, I poured both my foam and lace white side by side to give you all a closer look at each pigment side by side,...

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Marketing Foundations For the Aspiring Creative Entrepreneur

Jupiter Jones

Aug 18, 2021

Marketing Foundations For the Aspiring Creative Entrepreneur

Looking to shift from hobbyist to full time artist? Jupiter goes through some of the often overlooked aspects of creative entrepreneurism.

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Canvas prep for resin and saggy canvas fix

Lauren MacLeod

Aug 16, 2021

Canvas prep for resin and saggy canvas fix

Here's my favorite way to prep my bigger canvases for pouring resin on top of, and to get rid of/or prevent sagging canvas! It's perfect...

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Katherine Swift

Aug 11, 2021

5 Mistakes Beginners Make With Resin

Guest post by: Katherine Swift of Resin Obsession The five most common mistakes beginners make with resin Believe it or not, I was once a...

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How to use Mermaid Trash clear transparency film sheets in your resin projects

Lauren MacLeod

Aug 2, 2021

How to use Mermaid Trash clear transparency film sheets in your resin projects

Using my Mermaid Trash clear film sheets is super easy, but there are a couple of tips I want to share with you to maximize your success...

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Mermaid Trash History & 100k on Instagram

Lauren MacLeod

Jul 19, 2021

Mermaid Trash History & 100k on Instagram

It's been an exciting year here at Mermaid Trash! The new Brick and Mortar store is now open in Coral Springs, Florida. I also just...

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How to protect your resin project from dust and hair.

Lauren MacLeod

Feb 27, 2021

How to protect your resin project from dust and hair.

Nothing is more frustrating that going to check on your project after its cured and finding a big ol piece of dust or hair in it! Check...

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Lauren MacLeod

Nov 21, 2020

Fun & easy resin tray project

DIY resin tray project.

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Resin Calculator- How much resin do you need?

Lauren MacLeod

Nov 17, 2020

Resin Calculator- How much resin do you need?

Use the Mermaid Trash epoxy resin calculator to mix the right amount of resin for your next project. Enter your project measurements...

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Lauren MacLeod

Jun 21, 2020

How to wet/dry sand and polish resin

This is the process I use to wet/dry sand and polish my resin pieces after they have cured. Great for removing dust, hair, and...

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How to use Mermaid Trash Foam White Pigment Paste

Lauren MacLeod

Jun 10, 2020

How to use Mermaid Trash Foam White Pigment Paste

This video should answer all your questions about how to use and mix Mermaid Trash Foam White Pigment Paste for epoxy resin. Foam white...

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Flowery Free Pour- Epoxy Resin Coaster Tutorial

Lauren MacLeod

Jun 9, 2020

Flowery Free Pour- Epoxy Resin Coaster Tutorial

Find all of the products in this video here on the Mermaid Trash website!

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The making of Lofoten Islands Beach- Epoxy Resin Ocean

Lauren MacLeod

Jun 7, 2020

The making of Lofoten Islands Beach- Epoxy Resin Ocean

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