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Decorative Glass Heart Box

Turn a plain glass box into a Valentine’s treasure with a beautifully etched heart design using Etchall Crème.

I found this glass box a while ago and immediately knew it would be perfect for a Valentine’s Day project using Etchall Crème. The smooth glass surface was just begging for a decorative design, so I decided to etch a pretty heart right in the center of the lid. The etched heart adds an elegant, handmade touch while still keeping the box simple and versatile for gifting, decorating, or storing small treasures. It’s amazing how a little etching can completely transform a basic glass piece into something special and festive for the season.

Grab the free SVG in the shop section: [Decorative Heart]

After cutting the design on my Cricut Maker and weeding away the parts to etch, I cleaned the top of the glass box with rubbing alcohol.

I applied the vinyl onto the glass making sure all the areas to be etched were adhered well so the creme doesn’t bleed under the vinyl.

I applied the etching creme on top of the vinyl and allowed it to sit for 15 minutes, then I removed the creme and put it back into the container because etchall creme is reusable.

Wash the piece with soap and water to remove any remaining etching creme, and then remove the vinyl. A razor blade scraper can help remove little pieces of vinyl.

After cleaning the top of the glass, I applied a dark red buffing wax to bring out the heart design.

Here is the finished box. It really has a vintage keepsake feel.

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Etching Holiday Decor

How to etch glass votives for the holidays.

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These adorable tea lights feature the letters JOY etched onto them using etchall creme, adding a warm and festive touch to your holiday décor. Perfect for mantels, tablescapes, or cozy corners, they’re a charming way to brighten your seasonal celebrations!

These festive tea lights were created using budget-friendly items from Dollar Tree: glass votives, candles, and baker’s twine. With the help of etchall crème to etch the letters “JOY,” they came together quickly for a charming and affordable holiday décor project!

After cleaning the glass votives with rubbing alcohol, I applied the cut vinyl letters to each one. The vinyl was cut using a Cricut Maker, and each letter was framed in a square for easy alignment. This step ensured the design was perfectly positioned before etching!

Apply etchall crème generously onto the vinyl-covered votives, ensuring the exposed glass is fully coated. Allow the crème to sit for 15 minutes to complete the etching process. Once done, scrape the crème back into its container—it’s reusable! Wash the glass votives with soap and water, then remove and discard the vinyl to reveal your beautifully etched design.

To complete the candles, I applied a bit of buffing wax to the etched letters for a polished finish. Then, I wrapped baker’s twine around the top of each votive for a decorative touch and placed the candles inside.

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How to Make a Thanksgiving Trivet

A charming usable trivet for your Thanksgiving table.

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This “Give Thanks” trivet is a charming addition to your Thanksgiving table decor, adding both warmth and function to your celebration. Its thoughtful design not only protects your surfaces but also serves as a meaningful reminder of gratitude during the holiday season. Whether you’re hosting a festive feast or looking for a heartfelt gift, this trivet makes a lovely and practical choice, perfect for sharing the spirit of Thanksgiving with loved ones.

You can grab the free SVG file here: [Give.svg]

I am using a Sharpie marker to find the center of the glass. Don’t use the feet to center your design because they are not aligned. Mark on the front of the glass.

The flip it over and clean the bottom of the glass with rubbing alcohol. This is the side that will be etched. It is smooth.

I cut my design on a Cricut Maker choosing to mirror the image. Fold the vinyl to find the center both horizontal and vertical so it will help align the design on the glass.

I flipped the glass over to show that the design is centered and correct reading.

Cover the entire design generously with etchall creme. Let it sit for 15 minutes. Once done, replace the creme back into the jar. etchall creme is reusable. It might darken over time but it continues to work.

After the creme is removed wash the piece and remove the vinyl. For this design I then cleaned off the sharpie lines with rubbing alcohol. My Thanksgiving trivet is ready to bring to our family celebration.

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Fall-themed Glass Dish

Take a Dollar Tree bowl and elevated it to something elegant with Etchall etching creme.

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I had an idea to etch these detailed leaves onto a glass bowl from Dollar Tree using Etchall etching creme. After cutting the vinyl and attempting to weed away the leaf, I decided that plan wasn’t going to work, the centers of the leaves were too small and hard to keep in place. So I chose to etch the reverse of my idea. The result is stunning, actually even better than my original idea.

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I used a Cricut Maker to cut the leaf design. The leaves were set to a small size – about 1.25″ long. I also cut a rectangle that would work with my original idea. I ended up using it for the seam around the bowl. You can grab the free leaf SVG from my store. [leaf SVG]

I placed the leaves around the top of the bowl. They are placed tip to tip and tail to tail. I measured and drew lines on the inside of the bowl to guide where to place the straight line of vinyl on the outside. The rest of the bowl was covered with packing tape as a precaution.

See the video tutorial below for details on using Etchall on the bowl. This was also an exercise in testing how detailed the etching creme could handle. It really worked well.

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Here is a close-up image of the finished piece backed in black so you can see the detail of the leaves and the etching. The result took a Dollar Tree bowl and really elevated it to something elegant, better than I expected!

How to Etch and Color Glass

Learn how easy it is to etch and color glass with etchall etching creme.

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This is such a cute and playfully colored jar that is very practical to use. I placed tissues inside so you can see the different colors applied to the etched flowers. This project is very easy to do with minimal tools needed. I used a paper punch to create the flower shapes and etchall etching creme for etching.

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I started with the glass jar and decided on a design. Then, I used hand sanitizer to clean the surface of the jar because my bottle of rubbing alcohol was empty. So, in a pinch, hand sanitizer works to clean your glass. A paper punch easily creates flower shapes from the vinyl and gets applied around the entire jar. After the etching process was finished, the flowers were colored.

This photo shows the jar covered in vinyl flowers and etchall creme. It only takes 15 minutes for the etching process to work.

The jar pictured above is shown after being etched and cleaned. The design is really sweet and I could be satisfied with the project right now but my original idea was to add color.

The video tutorial below will walk you through the entire process. If you have never tried etching glass, I think the video would be a great way for you to better understand the entire process.

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Here is the finished jar in metallic blue. I used metallic wax paste in the color Bora Bora by Zuri. The flowers remind me of clouds in this version.

I actually removed the variety of colors and switched to a buffing wax. In the close-up image, you can see the metallic quality of the wax. While the color in the photos shows up well, in person I was a bit frustrated by what appeared to me to be light and not as dramatic as I wanted.

I was probably just too close to the project and should have left well enough alone. The multi-colored version seems more whimsical to me while the metallic cloud version seems more sophisticated. Let me know which version you like best in the comments below.

How to Etch Glass

It is easy to etch glass with the right tools. Learn how in this tutorial.

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Etching glass is a very simple process given the right tools. I enjoy working with Etchall Etching Creme. One reason is that Etchall is reusable so a small jar lasts a long time. Making these Salt and Pepper shakers was simple and fast but the result is fantastic. I wanted to make these for myself but they would make a great housewarming gift or hostess gift too.

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salt and pepper shakers
vinyl
Cricut Maker
baby wipes
tape
scissors
plastic pallet knife or similar
rubbing alcohol
paper towel
ribbon (optional)

Before you begin any glass etching project, you need to make sure the glass surface is clean and clear. It is best to use rubbing alcohol to clean your surface.

Cutting the vinyl, I used a Cricut Maker. In Design Space I used the Cricut font and typed the two letters I needed with space between them. Before cutting them out, I made sure the height and width fit the front of the shakers.

I centered each letter on the front of the shakers. For this application, I didn’t need to use transfer paper but if your design is more detailed, you will find it helpful. See the video tutorial below for application tips and centering the vinyl.

I applied a generous amount of etching creme to each shaker. There is no need to worry about using too much since it is reusable. Always follow the manufacturer’s directions for use. Etchall works in 15 minutes of application.

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With a bit of ribbon added these are ready to fill or give as a gift.