Name tags for bedrooms or events

In the world of handmade creations, few things have the power of a personalized object. Porcelain-effect plaster name tags represent the perfect combination of craftsmanship, minimalist aesthetics, and sentimental value. Whether decorating a bedroom, embellishing a nursery door, or creating elegant place cards for a wedding or special event, name tags are versatile, delicate, marketable, and loved by all.

In this article, I'll walk you step-by-step through creating plaques with Aqua Resin, a premium-quality porcelain-effect alpha resin that's easy to use, safe, non-toxic, and perfect for achieving crisp details and smooth surfaces. I'll explain which tools to use, how to customize each piece, how to protect it over time with Aqua Shield, and how to offer these creations at flea markets or as original party favors.

Why choose Aqua Resin for your nameplates

Aqua Resin is an alpha chalk, not a resin. It comes in the form of a white powder that mixes with water (or Aqua Shield) and is designed to produce a smooth, matte, compact, and velvety-feeling finish. Unlike regular chalk, it guarantees a superior level of detail, greater durability, and a surface free of visible porosity. This makes it the perfect choice for creating precise and refined writing, lettering, and decorations.

Furthermore, thanks to its non-toxicity, it is also suitable for projects intended for children or for contexts such as baby showers, baptisms, communions or party setups.

What you need to make the tags

To get started, you will need:

• Aqua Resin

• Aqua Shield if you want to waterproof and make your creations brighter)

• Silicone molds for rectangular, oval or shaped plates

• Silicone letters or stencils for inserting names

• Aqua Pigment Pigments if you want to add color

• Graduated glass

• Spatula or mixer

• Fine sandpaper

• Holes, eyelets, ribbons or cords for hanging

How to prepare the Aqua Resin mixture

The basic process involves a 2:1 ratio of powder to liquid.

If you want to use pure Aqua Resin , mix 100 g of powder with 50 g of water. If you want a waterproof and durable tag, replace the water with Aqua Shield in the same proportions.

You can add a few drops of pigment to the liquid before adding the powder. Stir the mixture with a spatula or blender until you obtain a smooth, thick, and uniform mixture, without lumps.

Casting into molds and customization

Pour the mixture into your chosen silicone mold. If you want a "negative relief" effect with the letters, pre-insert the silicone letters into the mold, spelling out the desired name or word. Press firmly to adhere them to the bottom, then pour the mixture over them. The letters will remain visible once the piece is unmolded.

Alternatively, you can make the casting smooth and then glue on raised, 3D-printed letters, or paint the name with acrylic or embossed paint once dry.

Let it rest for at least an hour. This time may vary depending on humidity and temperature. Once the tag is unmolded, if you want to make it waterproof and shiny, you can brush a thin layer of Aqua Shield onto the surface and let it dry completely.

Finishes and details

The tags can be left white for a minimal effect, or colored with pastel pigments for a baby style, or with more intense colors for adult events.

Some customization ideas:

• Add a hole at the top for the tape, with a straw before the material hardens

• Use a gold or silver marker to finish the edges

• Add a fabric bow for a romantic touch.

• Glue small decorations such as flowers, animals, stars, hearts

• Write short sentences or special dates next to the name

• Engrave textures by hand or with stencils

Every detail makes your creation unique, consistent with the style of the occasion or the taste of the person who will receive it.

Usage ideas for nameplates

Name tags are perfect for many contexts:

• Children's bedrooms: hanging on the door, on the crib, on the wardrobe

• Events: as place cards for weddings, baptisms, communions, baby showers

• Personalized gifts: for newborns, anniversaries, birthdays

• Seasonal decorations: Christmas, Easter or themed

• Handmade packaging: match with candles, party favors, or air fresheners

They are lightweight, durable, elegant, and versatile. They can be sold individually or as part of a gift set.

How to enhance them in markets or online shops

To best propose them:

• Prepare ready-made examples with common nouns or words (love, home, joy, family)

• Offer the ability to customize the name on the fly (if you have the space to work)

• Present them on vertical panels, stands or in boxes with ribbon

• Take care of the packaging: a linen bag, a tag with instructions and a note

• Enter the QR code of your shop or social profile

• Create thematic collections: animals, fairy tales, forest, Nordic style, seasonal colors

The tags work great as a small item to take home or give as a gift, but also as a wedding favor or a valuable placeholder.

How much do they cost and how to calculate the price

Consider the cost of materials (powder, liquid, pigment, molds, ribbons), processing time, packaging, and profit margin. A single tag can sell for between €6 and €12 depending on its complexity, while sets can go for €20-25.

The perceived value increases if you clearly communicate the material's quality and customization options. Aqua Resin is a premium material and deserves to be valued, even in its price.

Conservation and durability

Tags made with Aqua Resin are long-lasting. Protected with Aqua Shield, they resist moisture better. Store in a dry place and clean with a soft cloth. They are dust-resistant and retain their color, especially when pigmented with specific products.

Conclusion: small objects, big impact

Name tags are one of the most rewarding projects you can create with Aqua Resin. They have a profound sentimental value, are simple to make, and yet allow for great freedom of expression. They're perfect for those new to the world of creative plaster, but also for those looking to expand their offerings at markets, online shops, or for personalized party favors.

Whether you create them for fun, for passion, or for work, each tag is a little message that speaks volumes about you and the person who receives it.