Glass Etching an Ornament and Glass Block
Two different projects using Armour Etching Cream & Chalk Couture transfers. Projects range from about $5 to about $15. First project is a glass Christmas ornament I got from Hobby Lobby. It comes with 4 ornaments in the box. The second is a glass block that I also got from Hobby Lobby. Both are great for gifts or to decorate in your own home. When doing this project PLEASE wear the gloves and be in a well ventilated area. You don't want to burn your skin or get a headache from the smell. You can see this and more projects on my fb page: https://www.facebook.com/chalkcouturewithtreethatsme/
Items I used for these projects
Supplies for the ornament
Press the transfer onto the front of the glass ornament. Make sure that there are no bubbles in the screens and that the edges are down all the way.
Spread a thick layer of etching cream over the transfer making sure to cover the screens. Wait about 5 to 8 mins before rinsing.
Make sure to have your gloves on when using the etching cream.
After about 5 to 8 mins, rinse the etching cream off of the ornament and into the sink. Take the transfer off, rinse it and lay it out to dry. Make sure to dry your ornament.
Stuff the ornament with filler and then rub the outside etched area with the Rub'n Buff color of your choice. Make sure to polish it smooth with a soft clean cloth.
Tie a bow at the top of your ornament.
Finished ornament.
Adhere the transfers you want to etch to the outside of the glass block.
Spread a thick layer of etching cream over the transfer making sure to cover the screens. Wait about 8 to 10 mins before rinsing.
Make sure to have your gloves on when using the etching cream.
Rinse the etching cream off of the block and into the sink. Take the transfer off, rinse it and lay it out to dry. Make sure to dry your block.
Rub on the Rub'n Buff color(s) of your choice onto the etched areas. Polish and buff
Insert filler and fairy lights inside the glass block. Add ribbon around the outside if desired.
finished block project.
DIY Christmas Decorations
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I looked at all of your stencils and did not find the nativity transfer. Is it still available?
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It is a retired design but next month we have a big holiday release and I'm crossing my fingers for a new nativity set.
Frequently asked questions
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how do you get the lights inside the glass block? mine don't have any holes! what size drill bit & do you need to use lubrication to drill into them?
Where do I buy those transfers?