10 Innovative Ways to Use Moulds in Your Favourite Art Form (That You Haven’t Tried Yet)

If you’ve been using your moulds only for the same old coasters or jewellery charms, you’re missing out on half the fun. Think of moulds as blank stage sets; they’re ready for whatever story you decide to pour into them. And the best part? You don’t need to follow a single rule. The resin world rewards curiosity. The more you experiment, the more you stumble upon designs that make you go, “Okay… this is going on my Instagram right now.”

10 Fun and Unexpected Ways to Use Your Resin Moulds

In this list, you’ll find 10 fresh, creative ways to put your moulds to work.

1. Nameplates That Tell a Story

The usual? A flat background, bold letters, done. But imagine this, a soft blush base with delicate gold leaf drifting across it, like sunlight hitting water. Or a swirl of blues and teals that feels like the ocean is literally outside your door. Every time someone walks in, they’re not just reading your nameplate they’re getting a mood, a little preview of the space they’re entering.

2. Jewellery That Keeps Secrets 

A pendant mould can do more than look pretty; it can hold a memory. We once made a pair of earrings with tiny dried lavender buds from a friend’s wedding bouquet. She said wearing them felt like carrying the day around with her. That’s the magic here. It’s not just jewellery. It’s a keepsake that quietly says, “I remember.”

3. Clocks That Don’t Just Tell Time 

Clock moulds are one of those tools most people buy once and then forget about. Big mistake. Pour a layer of deep black resin, then sprinkle fine gold dust to create the illusion of a galaxy frozen in place. Or preserve pressed flowers under a clear pour so the seasons never change. Suddenly, checking the time feels like looking at a little piece of art hanging on your wall.

4. Trays That Steal the Spotlight 

You know that one serving tray every guest compliments? This is how it’s born. Try a marbled pour in bold jewel tones or a textured edge using crushed glass for a luxe touch. Even if it’s just carrying two cups of chai, the tray itself becomes the star.

5. Bookmarks That Make You Read More 

It’s amazing how a simple bookmark mould can turn into a mini masterpiece. Layer translucent resin with a strip of delicate lace, a splash of watercolour pigment, or a tiny pressed fern. The next time you reach for your book, you’ll find yourself smiling before you’ve even read a word.

6. Deep Moulds for 3D Magic 

Deep moulds are your ticket to resin sculptures you can hold in your hand. I’ve seen artists preserve an entire seashell so perfectly you’d swear it was floating mid-ocean. Think of them as little dioramas, except you decide what world they hold.

7. Coasters That Refuse to be Boring

Sure, coasters protect your table. But with the right moulds, they can also set the table’s mood. Picture a set with a soft matte base and a bold gold rim, or coasters embedded with tiny mosaic tiles for that handcrafted edge. It’s the little things that make guests ask, “Where did you get these?”

8. Frames With or Without Photos 

A resin frame doesn’t even need a photo to be beautiful. You can pour a soft gradient background, layer in dried leaves, and finish with a clear coat so it feels like you’re peering into a preserved forest. Hang it up, and it becomes its artwork.

9. Keychains Worth Keeping

Acrylic keychains? Forget them. Resin keychains let you personalise in a way no mass-produced piece can. For a wedding, I made initials in the couple’s theme colours and handed them out as favours. People use them, which is saying something for event keepsakes.

10. Candle Bases That Dress the Table 

Why settle for plain candle stands when you can make them match your mood? Use coaster moulds to pour a rich, jewel-toned base for festive dinners, or opt for frosty blues and silvers for winter. They make even a plain white candle look intentional.

Final Thought

Your mould collection is a treasure chest, not a storage box. Every shape you own has at least five more uses you haven’t tried yet. So pull them out, get a little messy and see where your imagination takes you. And if you’re ready to explore shapes you never knew you needed, Tulsi Resin’s mould range is the perfect place to start.