NYC killed my boots!

So I just moved to the big apple and its been crazy!! 

I've already gotten lost twice! I keep getting on the wrong train going in the wrong direction but it's ok I leave early enough to where that isn't a problem. 

Tony and I saw a great apartment online and went to go look at it on Tuesday. It was kindof in the ghetto but on the way back I made him get off the subway at Time Square. We didn't find the actual Time Square but we did find Broadway!

 

After that we headed out to the financial district to go see some apartments. Although we were unable to see any actual apartments from the realtor we were able to see the new Freedom Tower!

 

 

Today was my second day of work. I feel like I'm getting the hang of things and I'm having a lot of fun! I can't wait until I can actually enjoy the city and see the sights!

 I did get at least one authentic New York experience today....

OH and I almost forgot!! NYC really did kill my boots!!

And that's just from one day! 

Well I'll keep posting more when I get the chance! I love and miss everyone!

Movie Coasters

I first made my own coasters about a year ago but the humidity in Florida killed them. I decided to make another set but this time make them impervious to humidity!

Supplies

Bathroom tiles - I selected these stone ones - They only cost about 4 dollars for all 9 too
Table Top Resin - This is very important, without this the condensation from any glass will destroy the photos - I bought Parks Super Glaze from Home Depot for about 20 dollars - Make sure you follow the directions completely! -This part of the project can make or break your final product -You should also get 3 small plastic pouring cups - Something to mix with -Gloves
Photos - You can print whatever photos you like (my friend Courtney is getting married soon so I might make her some coasters of her and her fiance together) - You will need photo paper, regular paper isn't as strong - Printer

Step 1

Working on it!

Prep

- Get Supplies

-Measure tiles

- Print and cut photos to match tile size 

-Dust off tiles 

Step 2

-Mix resin according to the directions in the box. Follow these directions exactly and take your time with measuring and mixing. You don't want bubbles in your mix! Some bubbles are ok but it should be smooth and clear when you're done mixing

Finished Coaster!

Step 3

- Pour a nice thin coat on top of the tiles and wait about 15 minutes

Step 4 

- Place photos on top of the now tacky tiles and pour another thin coat on top of the photos and tiles. 

- Wait another 30 minutes then pour another thin coat 

Step 5

- Wait 3 days for your tile to cure and enjoy! 

No more humidity woes!

Tips

-I should have put something underneath the tiles so then the resin flowed off the side of the tiles. I assumed that I was going to be able to sand the sides down but instead the resin turned cloudy. The edges are not that bad though but for next time I'll do that!

- I check these as much as possible because air bubbles will come up and you'd want to pop them. Two easy ways to pop them is to blow on it or to poke it with a mechanical pencil lead.