Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Getting Crafty: Dot Dot Dot...


Polka Dot Drinking Glasses


Hey everyone! I saw this on Pinterest about a week ago, and got really excited about it.
The only problem was there wasn't a tutorial, just a photo.
So I decided to make one :) 
Enjoy!



You will need:
- acrylic paint (at least 3 colors)
- cheap clear glasses (I got mine at the dollar store)
- paint brushes (or a pencil with an eraser)
- an oven (350 degrees)

** IMPORTANT **
I just want to apologize for the inconstancy of the photos. 
I took pictures of each step, but with different glasses, so the colors don't always match.
Sorry =/



Step 1:
Start with your first glass, making sure that it's clean.
Decide on a design.

Step 2:
Take the back end of your paint brush or pencil, and dip it into the paint.
This will be your dotting tool.


 
Step 3:
Make a basic outline of your design on the glass.


 
Step 4:
Fill in your design with one of the colors. Allow first coat to dry.


Step 5:
Pick a separate color and fill in void spots, creating a second layer. Let it dry.


 
Step 6:
Pick one last color and fill in the rest of the voids, creating the third and final layer.
Continue the same steps with each of the glasses.
When they are finished, allow them to dry overnight.



Step 7:

After they have dried over night, place them on a cookie sheet and place them in the oven.
Turn the oven to 350 degrees and let them sit for 30 minutes.
When the time is up, turn off the oven, allowing the glasses to cool in the oven before removing them.


aaaannnnnd presto!
You have a beautiful, hand painted glass set for a very low price!




 
Thanks for stopping by everyone :)
See you soon!



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