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Is your glassware looking a little stale?
Dont replace it; breathe new life into it withglass painting!
When youre done, youll have a piece that is totally unique.
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Like other forms of art and crafts, glass painting requires some special tools to get started.
What is glass painting?
The results can add a bespoke touch to the things we use every day.
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In this way, its a great upcycling opportunity.
What do you need for glass painting?
Glassware.This is the glassware you are intending to use.
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Mild soap and water.Your everyday dish soap is fine.
Rubbing alcohol or white vinegar.This will help remove soap residue from the surface.
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Glass paint.Look for paint that is specially formulated to be painted on glass.
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To give yourself the most color options, opt for a set.
Paint markers.Another option for glass art ispaint markers.
These offer the same pop in of vibrant hues but in the form of a pen.
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If youre looking to write text or do any outlining, these utensils are a good choice.
Youll likely be painting fine details, so having a brush that can handle the smaller areas is vital.
Foam brushes.Foam daubersare another way to apply paint.
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If youd like to cover a large area, you could sponge on the pigment.
They also work great for laying on thin, even layers.
How to Do Glass Painting
Glass painting is a very freeform art.
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While there are general steps youll want to take, dont let that limit your creativity.
Have fun experimenting with imagery and the composition on your glass like you would a conventional canvas.
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Step 1: Prepare the surface.
Wash your chosen glassware in warm, soapy water to remove any dust or grime.
Once dry, use rubbing alcohol or white vinegar to remove any soap film and degrease the surface.
If you dont have either of those things, glass cleaner will work, too.
Let the cleaner dry for 10 to 15 minutes.
In the meantime, move on to the next step.
Step 2: Decide on your design.
Youll likely have this step done before you begin.
But if youre still deciding on what youd like to paint, now is the time.
Step 3: Prepare your design.
Tape it in place.
That way, once you start painting, youll simply place the paint over the top of the design.
Once complete, remove the paper.
If youre working with a stencil, determine where youll place it and secure it with tape.
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Step 4: Start painting.
Heres where the fun begins.
Using your bristle or foam brush, start applying the paint to the surface and follow your design.
Glass paint is enamel and has a hard, glass-like shell and dries quickly.
Avoid putting too much on your palette; otherwise, you might waste some precious paint.
Something else to know about glass paint is that its viscous and can be hard to spread.
This means your painting will likely be slower than with other types of pigments.
Be patient as the design comes together.
Dont worry if you make a mistake.
Use a q-tip and nail polish remover to wipe it away.
Step 5: Leave your design to dry overnight.
Once youre happy with your painting, leave your design to dry overnight.
Step 6: Finalize your design.
Remove the template or stencil from your glass (if you’re using any).
Often, this will involve baking your glass in the oven.
