Good sequence by KobraKarl.
Pre-cutting the cloth or mat to be added makes the lay up easier and cleaner to do. (Keeps the sizzors cleaner too)
You can also use a piece of plywood or similar flat surface instead of the alum foil as a work surface. Your method of pre-soaking the piece can work well for overhead or even verticle areas because trying to brush on the resin in those positions will often cause lots of dripping back onto the brush, your hands, your face, etc.
I use Acetone to clean resin from hands, arms, brushes, whatever.
