Building an Eco-Friendly DIY Water Filter for Our Studio

Building an Eco-Friendly DIY Water Filter for Our Studio

In 2024, I embarked on an exciting journey with Jesin, a remarkable medium developed by Mrs. Colorberry. This chalky powder allows me to create decorative objects that I hope will inspire and motivate you. While I'm passionate about Jesin, I've also become aware of its environmental impact—even though it is an eco-resin. It can be messy, and cleaning (and sometimes sanding) requires water. Simply disposing of the used water down the drain isn’t ideal—it can clog pipes. And dumping it in the backyard isn't a sustainable solution either. So, I set out to find a more responsible approach and discovered the idea of creating an anti-gravity water filter. I'm grateful to Lucy at HeyKiddoCo for sharing how she made hers!

Materials Needed:

  • 2 buckets
  • 1 lid
  • A marker
  • A spigot (faucet)
  • A mesh washbag
  • A funnel
  • A ceramic filter (one specifically for gravity filters)
  • A utility knife (Snap-Off 9MM recommended)
  • A drill

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Label the Buckets – I labeled one "Dirty" (for the top bucket) and the other "Clean" (for the bottom bucket).
  2. Prepare the Spigot – I traced a hole on the clean bucket to ensure the faucet would fit, then cut it using a utility knife and screwed the faucet in.
  3. Drill Holes for the Filter – I drilled a hole in the bottom of the "Dirty" bucket and through the top of the "Clean" bucket's lid—this is where the filter sits.
  4. Attach the Filter – I screwed the ceramic filter into place, securing it between the dirty bucket and the clean bucket's lid.  Please make sure to get a filter for a gravity filter.  I mistakenly bought the wrong kind and nearly flooded my studio when emptying the filter to correct it.
  5. Add Extra Filtration – I placed a mesh wash bag inside the "Dirty" bucket, folding it over the top to catch large particles before they reach the filter.
  6. Use a Funnel with a Built-in Strainer – I placed the funnel at the top of the dirty bucket for an additional filtration layer.

The Plan:

Whenever I wet sand or clean my tools, I’ll use this filter to capture Jesin waste responsibly. Fingers crossed it works!

Want to see the results? Follow me on Instagram for updates on my sustainable crafting journey. Thanks for joining me!

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