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Our Best Glass Cutting Techniques

Our Best Glass Cutting Techniques

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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Some of the best glass cutting and etching methods we’ve covered on the Make:.

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May the Frost Be with You: Etch Your Own Star Wars Drinking Glasses

May the Frost Be with You: Etch Your Own Star Wars Drinking Glasses

By Sophia Smith

Sophia Smith

Sophia is the managing editor of the Make: blog. When she’s not greasing editorial gears, she likes to run, ride, climb, and lift things, and make lo-tech goods like zines, desserts, and altered clothing. @sophiuhcamille

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No Star Wars collection is complete without these snazzy homemade drinking glasses with custom etched emblems.

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Gift Idea: Emergency Chocolate

Gift Idea: Emergency Chocolate

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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At this very moment, I’m sitting at my desk, eating dark chocolate chips straight from the bag. Because, Thursday. Know the feeling? This emergency chocolate tutorial will definitely bring a smile to your face!

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Craft Skills: Glass Etching Basics

Craft Skills: Glass Etching Basics

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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With tons of new glass-specific paints, stencils, and tools showing up in craft stores–and with holiday gift-giving season right around the corner–now is a great time to brush up on your glass crafting skills! Try your hand at glass etching with this fantastic beginner-friendly tutorial.

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CRAFT Flickr Pool Weekly Roundup

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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Here are some cool things we saw in the CRAFT Flickr Pool this week: Ludo, Friend? by loveandasandwich iPad 2 or iPad 1 Sleeve with Outside Pocket, by belvidesigns The Entire Litter, by helenpriem Aqua Laughing Cat Tumbler, by breadnbadger Flower and Buds Necklace/Belt, by creativebumblebee

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How-To: Etched Glass Table

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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Since the day I discovered etching cream, I have been scouring thrift stores for interesting glass objects to personalize. But, this project is from All Things Thrifty is something that I can only aspire to! In a total table revamp, you’ll learn how to turn a $5 find into a beautiful piece of furniture with […]

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