Unique Resin Gift Ideas For Every Occasion

Handcrafted gifts have a special charm—they’re a heartfelt way to show your friends and family how much they mean to you.

Handmade gifts are extra special when they're made specifically for the person receiving them.  Epoxy resin makes it surprisingly easy to craft something personal and beautiful—and you don’t have to be a professional artist.  From colorful coasters to modern geode art, resin gifts can be customized to match any style, size, or budget.

Whether it’s for the holidays, a birthday, or just because, we’ve put together our top resin gift ideas to get you inspired.


Which one will you try first? 


 



Why Are Handcrafted Gifts So Special? 

  • There’s something so personal about a handcrafted gift—it’s one-of-a-kind and so much more meaningful than something bought from a store shelf.

  • You can customize it to match the recipient’s personality, style, or even to celebrate a special moment in their life.

  • Because art is such a personal expression, a handmade gift isn’t just thoughtful—it’s a little piece of your love and creativity, too!

Top Ten Easy Resin Projects- Petri Dish Art




 

Top Resin Gift Ideas For Your Friends & Loved Ones

Creative resin gifts are a fun and unique way to celebrate your loved ones. Whether it’s a vibrant coaster set, personalized keychain, or a piece of wall art, resin projects bring a personal touch to your gift-giving!

 

1. Wall Art

Need some gift inspo for the home decor lover on your list?  These one-of-a-kind pieces add a shiny pop of color to any space.

 


Dutch Pour


Create stunning abstract art with the Dutch Pour technique. The motion and vibrant color of the paint come together with a glossy resin finish to create a true showstopper.

💡 Learn how it's done in our tutorial Dutch Pour with Resin for Beginners


 

 


Geode Art

A piece of geode art adds a touch of sparkle to any space.

💡 Learn how to create your own in our blog  How to Make Resin Geode Art.





Gelli Print


Capture the beauty of flowers and leaves with a botanical inspired gelli print, then top it off with a resin coat to make it shine!  Perfect for the nature lover in your life.

💡 Find step-by-step instructions in our blog: How To Resin A Gelli Print.



 


Ocean Art


From wall art to charcuterie boards or coasters, the calm turquoise of ocean art captures the beauty of the sea.

💡 Learn how it's done in our tutorial How to Create Ocean Resin Art.

 


 

Textured Ocean Art


The way the light and water reflect over the sand makes you feel like you're gazing into the ocean.

💡 This effect is easier than it looks! Learn how in our blog How To Create Textured Ocean Art.

 


Black Ocean Art


Who says ocean art needs to be blue? This black and gold seascape is elegant and striking.

💡 Create your own with our tutorial How to Make a Black Resin Ocean with a Gold Crackle Shoreline.

 




Wall Hanging


Design a unique resin wall hanging with dried flowers—or embed other meaningful items to make it truly personal!

💡 Learn how in our tutorial: How to Make a Resin Wall Hanging.


 

 



2. Functional Art

Beautifully handcrafted resin decor pieces that aren't just for display—they're designed to be used and enjoyed every day!

 

Painted Resin Cheese Board & Coaster Set


Featuring an elegant, food-safe marble design, this resin cheese board and coaster set is perfect for serving appetizers in style—and your loved ones will adore that you made it just for them.

💡 See our step-by-step tutorial How to Make a Painted Resin Cheese Board

 

 



Charcuterie Board


Who do you know that loves to entertain?  Make their parties extra special with a resined charcuterie board or serving platter.

💡 Learn how to create a matte or glossy finish in our tutorial How to Resin a Charcuterie Board.

 

 

Flow Art Tray


Abstract, colorful, and always one-of-a-kind—this tray captures the beauty of flow art in this functional, eye-catching piece.

💡Learn how in our blog How to Make Resin Flow Art 

White Tint for Epoxy Resin Art

 


Wine glasses & Tumblers


From wine glasses to colorful tumblers, resin takes drink ware from functional to beautiful—and perfect for gifting!

💡 Learn how to set up a DIY spinner for applying resin to drink ware in our blog How to Resin a Tumbler.


(photo courtesy of @kaysartistryjp)

 


3. Coasters

A set of resin coasters is the perfect gift—practical, stylish, and a fun way to brighten up a boring coffee table!

 

Bloom Coasters


These coasters "bloom" into beautiful flowers as the resin cures, thanks to the magical combination of alcohol ink and resin pigment paste. Mix up your colors and patterns to create a unique, custom design that’s all your own.

💡 Curious how it’s done? Check out our tutorial: How to Create a 3D Resin Flower Coaster.





Alcohol Ink Coasters


Make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind design with alcohol ink on yupo paper and mount it to a coaster base. Then finish it with resin to lock in the color and give it an extra pop!

💡 See our step-by-step tutorial: Resin & Alcohol Ink Coasters.


 




Petri Art Coasters


Petri Dish Art is all about dropping alcohol ink into resin and watching it create colorful ribbons and cool, "petrified" squiggles. The result is vibrant, fun, random, and totally mesmerizing.

💡 Learn how in our blog How to Create Petri Dish Art.

 

 

 

Pour Art Coasters


Easy to make? Yep.
Beautiful to look at? Absolutely.
A super useful gift idea they'll love? 100%!

💡 Want to try making a set of your own? See our tutorial How To Make Abstract Pour Art Coasters.





Dragon Scale Coasters


These Dragon Scale Coasters have a fascinating "web" effect that’s as cool as it is beautiful.

💡 Ready to make your own? Check out our Dragon Scale Resin Coasters Tutorial 





4. Accessories

From magnets and phone grips to keychains and hair barrettes, these budget-friendly pieces make a big statement!




Trinket or Ring Dish


Our Dragon Scale coasters are so versatile, they can be turned into cute trinket dishes too!  Once the resin is touch dry (within 18 hours), remove it from the coaster mold and shape it in the bottom of a bowl to finish curing.  Once fully cured, it will retain the rounded shape!

 


Keychains


Who doesn’t love a little something both practical and personal? Keychains are a thoughtful gift—easy to customize and guaranteed to make anyone smile.

💡 Want to make your own? Check out our tutorial: How to Make Resin Keychains.


  



Phone Grip


A geode-inspired phone grip in your loved one’s favorite color? Now that's a thoughtful and fun gift!  They're super easy to make—you just need adhesive phone grip bases (found online) to get started.

💡 Ready to give it a go? Follow our step-by-step tutorial How to Make a Resin Geode Phone Grip.





 
Magnets


Make your own personalized fridge magnets using the same technique as the phone grip! Every time your loved one uses it to hold a photo, they’ll think of you :).





Hair Barrettes


Turn ordinary hair clips into something extra special!  With molds and hardware available online in all sorts of shapes and sizes, you can customize the resin with your favorite colors, gold flakes, glitter, or fun polymer clay accents.  

 


 

Jewelry


Do you have a fashion lover in your life? Brighten their day (and their wardrobe) with a piece of handmade resin jewelry! It’s a great way to add a personal touch to their style.

💡 Learn how in our tutorial How to Make Resin Jewelry.

how to make resin jewelry


 

Tips to Make Handmade Gifts Even More Special 

 

  • Personalize with Purpose: Think about who you're making the gift for—what are their hobbies, interests, or lifestyle like? Are they celebrating something special? Would they love something practical, like a set of coasters, or something decorative, like a piece of art? The best gifts are the ones that feel personal and thoughtful, so tailor yours to match their personality!

  • Focus on Quality: High quality materials make crafting easier and your finished piece look even better! Not only will your project leave a great impression, but it will stand the test of time. 

  • Keep it Simple: You don’t have to be a pro to make beautiful handmade gifts. There are plenty of small, simple resin crafts that look amazing, even if you’re just starting out!

  • Add a Special Touch:  Put some thought into your wrapping! Would they love recyclable paper and a reusable gift bag or is sparkly wrapping and a big bow more their style? Whatever their taste, don’t forget the finishing touch—a handwritten note or card to make your gift even more meaningful.
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      About the author: Joanne Wright

      I'm Joanne, the Content Manager at ArtResin. Originally from Canada, my home is now Indianapolis, Indiana. My love of all things creative and my entrepreneurial heart means I’ve worn many hats over the years including fashion producer & stylist, retail store owner, t-shirt designer, and even vegan baker! I am...