Blooming Bold: The Resin B.A.E.’s Next Chapter
Resin with purpose. Help a Black woman artist grow her handmade art brand from kitchen table to creative legacy.
Project Description
At The Resin B.A.E. (Before Anything Else), our mission is to transform natural elements into bold, handcrafted resin art that celebrates femininity, identity, and intention. This is more than a product—it’s a practice of patience, beauty, and storytelling.
In a fast-paced world of mass production, we offer slow art: meaningful pieces made with care, color, and soul. We're solving the problem of disconnection—from nature, from art, from ourselves—by creating one-of-a-kind items that inspire reflection, joy, and presence.
The resin art market is expanding, especially as consumers seek personalized, sustainable decor and handmade goods. As a consistently rated Star Seller on Etsy since 2020, we’ve seen growing demand and now seek to scale with purpose.
Your funding will help cover essential materials, eco-conscious packaging, vendor/event fees, marketing, and equipment to meet this demand while staying true to our handcrafted process.
Right now, The Resin B.A.E. is a one-woman show—I'm the founder, maker, shipper, storyteller, and dream-builder. But with your help, that dream grows wider.
Thank you for believing in handmade, woman-led, heart-centered art. You’re not just backing a business—you’re nurturing a bloom.
Updates
The Campaign FAQs
What is The Resin B.A.E.?
The Resin B.A.E. (Before Anything Else) is a handmade resin art brand created by Danielle Johnson. It’s all about bold artistic expressions that bloom—celebrating femininity, nature, patience, and self-expression through custom trays, sculptures, domino sets, and more.
How will the funds be used?
Your generous support helps cover essential startup and expansion costs:
Resin, pigments, botanicals, and molds
Eco-friendly packaging and shipping supplies
Marketing tools and promotional content
Pop-up event fees and vendor materials
Safety equipment and workspace upgrades
Every dollar goes directly toward growing this woman-owned small business with care and intention.
What can I expect from a custom piece?
Custom pieces ($100+ tier) are co-created with you! You’ll choose the type (tray, domino set, sculpture, etc.), your color palette, and any extras like florals or gold flakes. You’ll receive a short form to submit your preferences, and each piece takes 2–3 weeks to create and cure.
When will I receive my reward?
All rewards will be fulfilled within 4–6 weeks after the campaign ends. Custom pieces and boxes may take a bit longer due to design and cure time. You'll receive updates every step of the way!
Can I gift a reward to someone else?
Absolutely! Just let me know by email and I’ll wrap and send the reward to your loved one with a custom message.
Do you ship internationally?
At this time, I’m only shipping rewards within the U.S. due to resin restrictions and high international shipping costs—but I hope to expand soon!
What’s your return policy?
Because each piece is handmade and many are custom, all sales are final. However, if your item arrives damaged or defective, please contact me within 7 days of delivery so I can make it right. Your satisfaction matters deeply to me.
Do you offer wholesale or bulk orders?
Yes! I love collaborating with boutiques, small businesses, and event hosts. If you’re interested in a wholesale partnership or bulk gifting, please reach out directly at [email protected] with your request and timeline.
How else can I support The Resin B.A.E.?
Even if you can’t contribute financially, you can support in BIG ways by:
Sharing this campaign with your community
Following and engaging with @theresinbae on Instagram & TikTok
Sending words of encouragement—they mean the world 💕
Just Because I Care
You’re part of this journey, and I appreciate you! You’ll receive a personalized digital thank you and a public shoutout on social media to show my love and gratitude. Every dollar matters, and you’re helping The Resin B.A.E. bloom.
Get a special 20% off coupon for any future purchase in my Etsy shop or pop-up booth. This tier is perfect for those who want to support now and shop later! Plus, you’ll receive a digital thank you + a social media shoutout.
Enjoy a surprise mini resin piece—maybe a keychain, mini tray, coaster, or trinket dish—handcrafted with love. You’ll also get a 20% off coupon for your next purchase and a social shoutout. Small gifts, big energy!
You choose:
- A 50% off coupon for your next The Resin B.A.E. order (valid for up to $60 off)
- OR a mini mystery box filled with 1–2 handcrafted goodies (up to $25 value)
Either way, you’ll also receive a thank you note and a shoutout to show how much your support means.
A specially curated box featuring an exclusive piece like a floral ashtray, jewelry tray, or tealight holder—items not sold anywhere else! Comes with a 50% off coupon for future orders and all the gratitude I can fit into a resin-filled thank-you note.
Let’s co-create something one-of-a-kind. Choose from a tray, domino set, torso sculpture, ashtray, or jewelry piece. You pick the colors, flowers, and vibe, and I’ll bring the magic.
Custom Options:
- Piece Types: Tray, ashtray, torso sculpture, jewelry holder, coaster set, or domino set
- Size: Medium (fits in a standard 8x10" shipping box unless otherwise discussed)
- Color Palette: Choose up to 3 colors
- Botanicals/Inclusions: You may request specific florals, gold/silver flakes, shells, or glitter
- Lettering (optional): One name, phrase, or short quote (up to 10 characters)
- Theme/Vibe Inspiration: Send a short description or reference photo for design direction
Design + Timeline:
- Each piece is handcrafted and made to order
- Turnaround Time: 2–3 weeks from form submission (including cure time)
- You’ll receive a mock-up or general sketch (if needed) before I pour
What’s Not Included:
- Requests to exactly replicate another artist’s work
- Ultra-large items or full floral preservation (available as premium commissions separately)
- Rush orders without prior approval
An exclusive 3-piece set: one large custom, one mini mystery, and one floral accent piece + free shipping + 50% off future order.
Get the full experience with this premium tier:
- A large custom piece (tray, domino set, etc.)
- One mini mystery item
- One floral accent piece
- Free shipping
- 50% off code for future orders
- Digital thank you + shoutout
This tier is the ultimate gift—for yourself or someone you love.
You are Resin Royalty. At this level, you'll receive:
- Everything in the Luxe Bundle
- Your name or business listed as a “Founding Supporter” on my website + any future pop-up banners
- Early access to future drops and collections
- A handwritten letter + custom packaging
This is more than a pledge—it’s a partnership. Thank you for believing in handmade art and Black woman-owned dreams.
Rewards
Just Because I Care
You’re part of this journey, and I appreciate you! You’ll receive a personalized digital thank you and a public shoutout on social media to show my love and gratitude. Every dollar matters, and you’re helping The Resin B.A.E. bloom.
Get a special 20% off coupon for any future purchase in my Etsy shop or pop-up booth. This tier is perfect for those who want to support now and shop later! Plus, you’ll receive a digital thank you + a social media shoutout.
Enjoy a surprise mini resin piece—maybe a keychain, mini tray, coaster, or trinket dish—handcrafted with love. You’ll also get a 20% off coupon for your next purchase and a social shoutout. Small gifts, big energy!
You choose:
- A 50% off coupon for your next The Resin B.A.E. order (valid for up to $60 off)
- OR a mini mystery box filled with 1–2 handcrafted goodies (up to $25 value)
Either way, you’ll also receive a thank you note and a shoutout to show how much your support means.
A specially curated box featuring an exclusive piece like a floral ashtray, jewelry tray, or tealight holder—items not sold anywhere else! Comes with a 50% off coupon for future orders and all the gratitude I can fit into a resin-filled thank-you note.
Let’s co-create something one-of-a-kind. Choose from a tray, domino set, torso sculpture, ashtray, or jewelry piece. You pick the colors, flowers, and vibe, and I’ll bring the magic.
Custom Options:
- Piece Types: Tray, ashtray, torso sculpture, jewelry holder, coaster set, or domino set
- Size: Medium (fits in a standard 8x10" shipping box unless otherwise discussed)
- Color Palette: Choose up to 3 colors
- Botanicals/Inclusions: You may request specific florals, gold/silver flakes, shells, or glitter
- Lettering (optional): One name, phrase, or short quote (up to 10 characters)
- Theme/Vibe Inspiration: Send a short description or reference photo for design direction
Design + Timeline:
- Each piece is handcrafted and made to order
- Turnaround Time: 2–3 weeks from form submission (including cure time)
- You’ll receive a mock-up or general sketch (if needed) before I pour
What’s Not Included:
- Requests to exactly replicate another artist’s work
- Ultra-large items or full floral preservation (available as premium commissions separately)
- Rush orders without prior approval
An exclusive 3-piece set: one large custom, one mini mystery, and one floral accent piece + free shipping + 50% off future order.
Get the full experience with this premium tier:
- A large custom piece (tray, domino set, etc.)
- One mini mystery item
- One floral accent piece
- Free shipping
- 50% off code for future orders
- Digital thank you + shoutout
This tier is the ultimate gift—for yourself or someone you love.
You are Resin Royalty. At this level, you'll receive:
- Everything in the Luxe Bundle
- Your name or business listed as a “Founding Supporter” on my website + any future pop-up banners
- Early access to future drops and collections
- A handwritten letter + custom packaging
This is more than a pledge—it’s a partnership. Thank you for believing in handmade art and Black woman-owned dreams.