Questions tagged [glass]
For questions about arts and crafts specifically involving glass.
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How do I cut the bottom off a glass wine bottle?
Recently at a party, I saw empty wine bottles that had the base cut off so it could be placed over a candle. It made an elegant and interesting centerpiece, and I have some very pretty wine bottles ...
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What paint works for "mock" stained glass?
I am pondering a project to make candle holders from wine bottles. I'd like to paint a "stained glass" style pattern on the outside, so it looks like a much more complex project than it actually is.
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What can I do to smooth and polish hand cut glass edges?
I make small frames and boxes and I like to put in mirror and glass in those projects. In trying to avoid dealing with the question I usually frame in the mirror so that no one will see the clean cut ...
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Which glue should I use to attach paper to glass?
When making things that go in bottles (primarily beer), I want to add labels to the bottles. I like the look of matte paper labels such as those found on fancy wine bottles, but I'm having difficulty ...
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How can I remove paint from glass bottles w/o paint thinner?
I've got a couple of glass Saratoga bottles, like the one pictured below.
I'd like to remove the paint from them, but I don't want to use paint thinners or similar solvents. What household tools can ...
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How do I remove labels from glass jars/bottles?
Glass jars or bottles provide a great base material for many crafts, but the least expensive option (reusing food jars or wine bottles that would otherwise be discarded) require me to do some surface ...
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What is a good technique for drilling holes in glass bottles?
How do you drill holes in glass bottles (safely)? Do you need special drill bits, or tools? High speed drill or extra slow? I tried once on my drill press and I shattered the bottle.
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Is it possible to melt a glass bottle without a kiln?
I've seen these cheese plates, art, spoonrests etc. are made of melted glass bottles. Is it possible to melt these in a normal household oven? Or do you need something like a kiln?
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