Etched Glass Vase with a Silhouette
My absolute favorite way to use my Silhouette cutting machine is to etch glass. An etched glass piece makes such a beautiful gift. I have made cups, vases, plates, coasters and much more. You can see all my projects here. Today I am sharing a simple, but stunning, Etched Glass Vase I made as a gift.
If done correctly, etching glass can be quick and easy. This Etched Coaster post lays out what I like to use and my tips for etching. I use the Silhouette etching cream and love how easily it spreads and how quickly it works.
For this project, I used a flower background design from the Silhouette design store. I sized it to fit my rectangle vase then cut it out of clear vinyl. Weeding took some time, but once all the excess was cut out I used transfer tape to easily move the design to the vase.
The key to a perfect etched project is taking the time to smooth out any bubbles before applying the etching cream. Once it's smooth I apply the cream, then wipe it off and rinse it clean. This creams works fast and takes just a minute or two to etch the glass.
This vase makes an adorable gift with a pretty bouquet of flowers.
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Your vase turned out beautifully Sarah! I still need to try etching.
I hope you try it Kelly, it's so fun. Thanks for stopping by.
I love this so much! I have some glass vases from a wedding that are just waiting to have this applied to them. Now I am going to go dig them out and make them gorgeous. Thanks so much for this idea
That's so exciting, have fun with your project.
Wow what a great job. I love the final look!
Thank you Ellen!
I can't explain how much I love this vase! You chose a great design for the stencil, too! It looks so perfect :)
--Brittany
You are too sweet Brittany, thank you so much!
That file is just perfect for your vase Sarah. All that weeding was worth it as the finished vase looks fabulous.
Yes a lot of weeding but oh so worth it!
This is simply stunning Sarah! Love that you did a pattern.
Thank you so much, I've wanted to do something like this for so long.