Personalized stationery is becoming a premium gifting category in India — especially custom resin pens, desk accessories, and name-personalized office items. Resin pens combine functionality with aesthetics, making them ideal for corporate gifts, student gifts, event giveaways, and small handmade businesses.
This guide explains how to make DIY resin pens and explores high-demand personalized stationery ideas you can create and sell.
Materials & Tools Needed
Materials Checklist
- Ultra Clear Casting Resin (best for pen moulds)
- Resin-safe pigments / metallic powders
- Gold leaf, glitter, dried flowers (optional)
- Silicone pen moulds or pen blank moulds
- Pen hardware kits (twist / click / roller)
Tools Checklist
- Mixing cups
- Stir sticks
- Gloves
- Heat gun (light use only)
- Sandpaper (400–1500 grit)
- Polishing cloth or compound
Best Resin for Making Resin Pens
Ultra Clear Casting Resin — Best Choice
- Low viscosity for narrow moulds
- Excellent bubble release
- Crystal-clear finish
- Strong, durable after cure
- Ideal for embeds like foil & flowers
One Resin — Beginner-Friendly Option
- Good for shallow pen moulds
- Budget-friendly for learning
- Easier handling
Step-by-Step: How to Make DIY Resin Pens
Step 1: Prepare the Mould
- Clean and dry the pen mould
- Place on a perfectly level surface
Step 2: Mix the Resin
- Measure accurately
- Mix slowly for 3–5 minutes
- Avoid fast stirring
Step 3: Add Colours & Embeds
- Add pigments sparingly
- Place foil, flowers, or glitter carefully
- Keep design balanced (pens should not feel heavy)
Step 4: Pour the Resin
- Pour slowly into pen mould cavities
- Use a toothpick to guide resin into corners
Step 5: Bubble Removal
- Tap mould gently
- Use heat gun lightly if required
Step 6: Cure
- Cover to avoid dust
- Cure at 24–28°C
- Allow full cure (24–48 hours)
Finishing & Assembly
- Demould carefully
- Sand edges smoothly
- Polish for glossy finish
- Insert pen hardware
- Test pen before packing
A well-made resin pen should feel smooth, balanced, and premium
Trending Resin Pen Design Ideas (2025)
- Transparent pens with gold flakes
- Floral resin pens
- Marble swirl pens
- Minimal pastel designs
- Galaxy-style resin pens
- Corporate colour pens
- Initial-embedded pens
Personalized Stationery Ideas Using Resin
High-Demand Products
- Desk nameplates
- Paperweights
- Bookmarks
- Pen stands
- Office décor blocks
- Keychains
Customization Options
- Names & initials
- Company logos
- Event dates
- Motivational quotes
- Brand colours
Perfect Use Cases
- Corporate gifting
- Employee onboarding kits
- School & college gifts
- Event giveaways
- Festival hampers
- Boutique stationery brands
Selling Resin Pens & Stationery in India
- Resin pens: ₹299 – ₹1,200
- Stationery sets: ₹799 – ₹3,500
Final Verdict
DIY resin pens and personalized stationery are low-investment, high-demand products in 2025. They are perfect for creators looking to enter the gifting, corporate, or handmade stationery market with strong margins and creative freedom.