6 Epoxy Projects for Gift Giving
Handmade Holidays: Creative Gift Ideas with Upstart Epoxy Resin
The holiday season is here and this year we want to slow down and make gifts that are truly meaningful and there is no better way to do that than creating a handmade gift. If you’re looking for something truly unique this year, Upstart Epoxy has everything you need to jumpstart your holiday gifting. Here are 6 great project ideas that are perfect for gifting this holiday season. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or trying Upstart Epoxy for the first time we’re sure you will be able to find a project to try!
1. Custom Jewelry Pendants
If you’ve ever wanted to make personalized gifts that feel special, resin jewelry is a perfect place to start. Using art resin and simple molds, you can create beautiful pendants with dried botanicals, pigments, or even tiny keepsakes inside. These beginner friendly pendants use a small amount of resin so you can make everyone on your list their own personalized piece. Learn the steps in this tutorial
Made with Art Resin
Pro tip: Try using pressed flowers or personal mementos (like tiny charms or glitter) to make each piece meaningful.
2. Stunning Epoxy Bath Boards
For the person who loves a long soak, a customized bath board is both practical and beautiful. Using Upstart’s deep pour resin, you can blend colors and wood grain to design a tray that holds a candle, a book, or a drink. It’s a luxurious gift with a personal touch. Watch the step by step video!
Made with: Deep Pour Epoxy and Table Top Epoxy
3. Gorgeous Gemstone Dice: A Great Easy to Make Gift
For gamers and fantasy lovers, nothing says “thoughtful” like a stunning set of epoxy resin gemstone dice. These aren’t just functional, they’re works of art that elevate every game night. Create custom dice that match a friend's favorite game or their favorite color for an extra personal touch. This project comes together quick and uses a small amount of resin so you can easily make multiple sets.
See the how-to and purchase the bundle!
Made With: Art Resin
4. Food-Friendly Floral Serving Tray
Epoxy serving trays are a show-stopper gift; perfect for anyone who loves hosting. Using food-safe epoxy and beautiful dried flowers or wood accents, you can create trays that are both functional and artistic. Use favorite flowers to bring a touch of color to a home or use wedding flowers to commemorate a truly special day. This makes for a truly unforgettable holiday present.
Made With: Deep Pour Epoxy and Art Resin
5. Stylish Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand
If you’re shopping for someone who loves plants and great design, this resin plant stand is a standout gift idea. Using Upstart Epoxy’s mid-century modern silicone mold, you can create a sleek, sculptural stand that looks straight out of a design magazine. This project is especially fun because it allows for so much creativity. Keep it clean and minimalist with a neutral or translucent pour, or add pigment, terrazzo-style chips, or subtle marbling to match the recipient’s space. Once cured and assembled, the finished piece feels substantial, polished, and high-end.
6. Personalized Home Decor Pieces
Beyond the projects above, epoxy resin opens the door to endless creative possibilities. From coasters and key trays to charcuterie boards and wall art, resin lets you add color, texture, and meaning to everything you make. Upstart’s blog and project hub are full of inspiration for new ideas.
This holiday season, Upstart Epoxy makes it easy to turn creative ideas into meaningful gifts. With high-quality resin, thoughtfully designed molds, and step-by-step tutorials, every project is built to help makers create with confidence. From statement home décor to functional pieces and personalized keepsakes, Upstart Epoxy empowers you to craft gifts that feel intentional, elevated, and truly one of a kind. Because when you start with the right materials, the end result isn’t just a gift it’s something made to last.
