Engraving is the application of a drawing, ornament or inscription manually or mechanically on the surface of various materials: glass, stone, wood or metal. With the help of engraving, you can get a convex or in-depth pattern.
It is necessary
- - a set for engraving (dozing);
- - glass surface;
- - stencil.
Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the base you will be engraving on. You can use a variety of glasses, flat plates, thick-walled jars, glass plates. For the first work, it is better to refuse to use thin glass.
Step 2
Clean the prepared glass (glass) from possible stickers and wash thoroughly in warm water, removing all dirt, dry.
Step 3
Choose a pattern or ornament to decorate the glass with. If you have artistic ability, use a washable marker to paint the image onto the surface. If you can't draw the pattern yourself, pick up a picture or stencil with a clear outline.
Step 4
Print or transfer the image to paper. Glue the image to the back of the glass with tape.
Step 5
Take the engraving tool and check that the attachment is securely fastened. If this is your first time using this activity, try drawing a few patterns on a piece of plastic or an old disc.
Step 6
Apply the design by gently touching the glass surface with the tool.
Step 7
Try engraving glass with a variety of attachments.
Step 8
Don't start painting a complex painting right away. Hone your skills, starting with transferring simple ornaments, letters, elementary drawings to glass.
Step 9
Polish the image with special attachments.
Step 10
Wash the finished product thoroughly by removing glass dust.
