March 2017
What type of tool did you use to etch with on the glassware? You probably think that I’m crazy but this is new to me. Lol
– Patricia
The question was in response to a post (and tutorial) I did about etched glassware—and these glasses I made for Daughter the Younger.
Hello, Patricia. Welcome to My Place to Yours!
No, I don’t think you’re crazy at all! Any time a craft project is done the first time, there’s a learning curve—and what (sometimes in hindsight) seem like silly questions. Actually, I re-read my old post and realized I never actually *said* what I used to apply the etching cream, so your question has helped me improve my post. Thanks for that! HERE is the revised tutorial. I’d love to see pics of your finished project if you want to share. (Close-up/flash off pics work best.) Sometimes I share reader projects on my blog. 🙂 Have fun!
Perhaps they’ll get your creative juices flowing . . .
Gift for my Favorite Fatigue Wearer
Special request from Daughter the Older. She chose the design, and I took it from there! This shows the 4-step process.
Personalized glassware is a great gift idea.
There are lots of ready-made stencils available at craft stores and online, so you don’t have to create your own like I did. Just start with a design you like plus a clear glass item.
HINTS:
- Glassware from the dollar store (drinking glasses, candle holders, etc.) will look fantastic once you work your magic! I usually purchase from Dollar Tree because they have lots of styles from by manufacturers whose names you’ll recognize. If you want to purchase in bulk, you can buy online.
- Glassware with a mostly straight (not curvy) surface is best. Too much curve makes it hard to tape the design flat, and the etching cream goes where you don’t want it!
My go-to options
My “take a deep breath and scale the design perfectly” options
“Not worth my time” options
If you want to have personalized glassware without the high price tag, you can.
HERE‘s how I do it!
Remember . . . I’d love to see your projects!
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