One movie, three DIY rings: Fans craft glowing accessories inspired by KPop Demon Hunters
A global hit on streaming platforms has spawned a new wave of homemade jewelry projects, with fans using UV resin, LED modules, and acrylic to recreate on-screen weapons.
By Sanjay Caldwell ·
The animated film KPop Demon Hunters has become a global phenomenon that crosses generational lines. The popularity of the characters Rumi, Mira, and Zoey has moved from screens to physical accessories, including bracelets, stickers, and life-size illustrations. This trend has led fans to create their own glowing jewelry at home.
The first project involves building a ring inspired by Rumi’s weapon, the Saingeom. The process requires a silver metal ring base and a silicone mold with angular geometric shapes. The creator mixes UV resin with translucent magenta or purple ink and a substantial amount of strontium phosphate powder. After pouring the mixture into the mold, the piece cures under a UV lamp for two minutes. The final step is attaching the resin piece to the ring base using high-strength adhesive.
The second design focuses on Mira’s aesthetic and uses actual electronic components rather than just pigments. This ring incorporates mini tactile or vibration LED modules often found in toy stores. The exterior structure is modeled using polymer or air-dry clay, leaving a specific space for the electrical component. The creator paints the structure with Mira’s signature colors, seals it with varnish, and installs the LED so the ring lights up when the wearer moves their hands.
The third idea recreates Zoey’s Shinkal using a thin sheet of clear acrylic or shrink plastic. The maker draws and cuts out a silhouette of a sharp crystal or a Korean rune inspired by the character’s weapons. The edges are decorated with fluorescent acrylic paint in electric yellow and neon tones. If using shrink plastic, the piece is baked to become rigid and then glued to an elastic band or a transparent ring base.
These projects serve two purposes for fans. Some wear the rings to symbolize the mystical power needed to reinforce the Honmoon barrier in the story. Others view the accessories as the definitive aesthetic choice for upcoming events. The materials range from jewelry supplies to common household items and toy electronics, allowing for a low-cost entry into the fandom’s physical merchandise.
