GLASS  WORKSHOP

I am very excited about this upcoming workshop in Canal Flats on 

October 4th and 5th, 2014. Darlene Madden will be our instructor 

( Inspiro Mixed Media).We will be creating 14" glass mandalas from 

stained and tempered glass, ceramics, tiles and embellishments. 

The class will start at 10am and run until 4pm on Saturday. 

Sunday's class begins at 10am and willl finish between 2 and 3pm. 

Cost for the class is $160.00 for non-members and $150.00 for 

members of the Headwaters Art Society. Participants must register 

through me and can reach me by email at cartwrightleslie@gmail.com 

or phone (250) 349 5305. We still have room for a couple more people.

 Don't miss out on this exciting and fun opportunity.

 GLASS ETCHING

I thought I would post these photos of

bottles that I etched scenes on. I

photographed the bottle on the window

sill on my deck so that the sunlight would

make it easier to see the etching. I like to

collect colored bottles and bottles that

have unique shapes. I use a clear shelf liner

to adhere to the bottle and then cut my

scene out with a utility knife. I then make

sure that the exposed areas are clean from

any adhesive. If adhesive is left on the glass

then the etching will be compromised. I use

an old brush to apply the Armour Etch.

I try to make sure that my brush strokes

flow in the same direction throughout the

scene. Armour Etch is very strong smelling.

I suggest using a mask, gloves and safety

glasses in a well ventilated area. After a few

minutes the acid can be rinsed off the glass. Remove the liner, wash

the remaining adhesive off the glass and dry. VOILA!

Your etching is revealed!