Saturday, October 16, 2010

Etched Glass Block

Hi, I'm hosting the Anything but a Card challenge over on Inspired Crafters today, and the challenge I posted is to do something with glas (or clear plastic). I've been having some fun with glass etching. I used a Krafty Block from Hobby Lobby (they were having them 50% off, so you'll probably be seeing more of them lol!). I cut out a vinyl stencil using my Sure Cuts a Lot software and Cricut, and a doodlebat font from Lettering Delights. This project was the first time I've ever played with the vinyl; it's surprisingly easy! Once I'd made the cut, I used transfer tape to transfer the image to my block, masked the raised edges of the block with masking tape, and smeared the whole front with a thick layer of etching cream. I let it sit for 10-15 minutes, then washed it off and removed the vinyl. TIP: In future, for stenciling purposes, I plan to use contact paper, since it's a lot cheaper than vinyl.

On the other side of the block I did the same thing using a cut from the Christmas solutions cartridge from last year, so I can have the inspirational or secular side facing out. I made these to put battery operated tea lights in--I expect they'll look very pretty in the dark. I topped it with a ribbon and some picks from Mike's.

There's another method for etching glass: emboss resist. There is a cool tutorial HERE, and an example I made HERE.Posted by Picasa

10 comments:

Susan said...

Oh Amy, these are GORGEOUS!! Beautiful to display and great holiday gifts. WOW!! Love them.

Karen D' said...

Beautiful, I really like that you did both sides.

Banu said...

WOW Amy, this turned out just awesome. I have to give this a try and IC challenge is the perfect place to give something new a try. Thanks for sharing your awesome project with us.

Unknown said...

D and I were snooping in HL and I had to pass the sale up now I am kicking myself. This is wonderful;)

Angela said...

This is beautiful, Amy! So elegant....

Kelli Hull said...

Gaaa!!!! WHERE WERE YOU 3 WEEKS AGO... I just finally hauled off FOURTEEN of these blocks DH brought home to me from a remodel I had GRAND PLANS I tell ya!!!! LOL

Amy these are SO gorgeous... NOW maybe i need to go BACK to the dump and get them back! LOL

Chris said...

i love these! they are too pretty, what a great gift idea, you totally rock!!

Valerie said...

What a beautiful craft!! I have not tried etching yet, love it!

Jen said...

I've been afraid to do the glass etching but yours turned out beautifully! It makes me want to try it! Your ribbon and topper are gorgeous as well!

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