| Glass Etching |
From "DIY Kids"
episode DIK-304 |
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Materials: Glasses -- new or even jelly jars
Etching creme
Brushes
Plastic gloves
Goggles
Masking tape
Scissors
Newspaper
Water -- to wash the glass in
Towel
One adult - Cut pieces of masking tape in a simple design. Try geometric shapes like triangles or squares.
- Make sure your glass is clean. Apply the tape smoothly, especially on rounded surfaces. Use your fingernail to rub around all the edges of the tape making sure they are sealed well (figure A). If you have any bubbles on the edges, the etching creme will seep under and your design will not be as crisp.
- Working over a protected area and wearing your goggles and gloves, brush the etching creme over your design (figure B) .
- Apply etching creme thick and spread it out quickly. If the creme thins out too much, just apply more. You should not be able to see the glass through the creme. Let your glass stand for at least five to ten minutes.
- Wash creme off with water.
- Peel off the tape.
- Wash glass with soap and water before using.
Tips: - Have an adult supervise when using chemicals like etching creme.
- Wear protective gear like gloves and safety glasses when using etching creme.
- Read all manufacturers directions and warnings before using the etching creme.
- Be careful when using scissors.
Products: All products available at craft and all-purpose stores nationwide.
RESOURCES :
Etching Glass: 20 Simple Elegant Projects To Etch With Easy-To-Use Creams And Liquids
Model: 1579901212
Author: Diana Light
(2000)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here.
Lark Books / Altamont Press
Website: www.larkbooks.com
Armour Etch -- Etching Creme
Armour Products
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Phone: 201-847-0404
Fax: 201-847-0231
Email: armourprod@aol.com
Kids' Party Games and Activities: Hundreds of Exciting Things to Do at Parties for Kids 2-12
Model: 0671867792
Author: Penny Warner
(June, 1993)
50 Fabulous Parties For Kids
Model: 0517880733
Author: Linda Hetzer
(1994)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here.
Clarkson Potter/The Crown Publishing Group/Random House
Website: www.randomhouse.com
Kids Pick-A-Party: 50 Fun Themes For Happy Birthdays And Other Parties
Model: 0671579665
Author: Penny Warner
(1998)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here.
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