A little light. A lot of possibility.

The making journal

A little know-how.
A lot to create.

Ideas, materials, and the small things that make your next project feel more like you.

Three GISTAR curing formats shown side by side: curing box, folding lamp and double-sided lamp

Getting started

Choose your first UV lamp

Start with what you want to make. Then find a light that fits your material, your molds, and your workspace.

Illustrative UV resin and two-part resin materials on a white workbench

Materials explained

UV resin or two-part epoxy?

Two different curing processes, with different possibilities. Choose your material before you choose your light.

Close-up of the actual GISTAR curing box timer and adjustment dial

At the workbench

Find your curing rhythm

A simple test, a few notes, and a consistent setup can make your next session easier to repeat.