How to Etch Glass: Personalized Pyrex Baking Dishes DIY
Learn how to etch glass to make personalized Pyrex dishes--DIY etched casserole dishes are easy to make and versatile.
Etching newer Pyrex or equivalent glass baking dishes is a fun craft that adds a personalized custom finish.
This craft is really quick too--make a custom glass dish in less than 30 minutes!
This fun etching craft makes the perfect Christmas, holiday, birthday, wedding or housewarming gifts!
We've moved around a lot in the last 19 years and that means getting rid of things repeatedly.
I nearly got rid of everything in my kitchen once, but guess what? The Pyrex dish with my name on it, stayed...through all the moves. They are definitely mine because they have my name on them--I couldn't possibly donate them, right!?
It's so nice for potlucks or taking a meal to a neighbor or friend, because your name is permanently on the dish--so it will get returned!
Again, it's a cherished keepsake and great gift idea!
Supplies Needed for Custom Pyrex Glass Etching:
- Pyrex (or other glass) Dish (Pyrex made after 1998 works best)
- Vinyl--could use Contact Paper too (to fit inside the dish or on the bottom of the dish)
- Transfer tape (optional)
- Cricut Machine (Could use hobby knife and alphabet stencils)
- Glass Etching Cream (I'm using this from Plaid's Main Webstore)
- Dish Soap and Paper Towel
I love the Pyrex with lids--so nice to have around!
Step 1: Text
Begin by cutting the desired names out of the vinyl.
I used my Cricut Maker, but again, this could be done with a hobby knife and stencils on cheap contact paper.
If you have a glass dish with a smooth bottom side, you can reverse your text and etch the underside of the dish.
I decided to just etch inside the dish and it works great.
Pick your own text for dish, it doesn't have to be a name...I've done funny dishes too--see them here.
You could do beautiful designs on the bottom of the dish too.
**NOTE: If you don't have a Cricut, it's worth looking into...but you can do this project with a hobby knife and a cutting mat. Either free hand the design or use some stencils.
Step 2: Reverse Weeding
Then pull the inside (or positive space) of each letter out, so the vinyl (or negative space) can be used as a stencil.
If you have another project you are working on with the same name, you can use the positive space for that project--or make a gift tag for it.
Step 3: Etching Cream
I used transfer tape for an easy transition, but sticking them down like stickers works too, just don't forget the inside pieces.
I opted for the inside of the dish because there was embossed logos on the underside that would interfere with the vinyl adhesion.
So for best results, place it right inside the glass baking dish.
Then use a scraper or big paint brush and goop a lot of etching cream all over the top of the letters.
I've done etching in the past with very little cream and it leaves a cloudy look instead of crisp etching.
So be generous!
Let the etching cream sit on the glass for 15 minutes--there is no reason to wait longer than 15 minutes, it will not etch deeper or better than 15 minutes of etching time.
Step 4: Remove Etching Cream
After 15 minutes, use a scraper to remove the etching cream.
Awesomely, this etching cream can be scraped back into the bottle and used again and again!
This makes it way economical!
Scrape it as clean as possible without pushing cream under the vinyl.
Etching cream will etch anything with a glossy surface, so you don't want this in your sink.
Of course, working time is 15 minutes for this, so it's probably not going to do too much...but it's better to not have stuff like this going down the sink anyway.
Carefully peel off the vinyl sticker stencil and throw it directly into the garbage.
Then use a damp paper towel to remove the rest of the etching cream residue.
Step 6: Wash the Dishes
Then, go ahead and scrub up the dish in the sink with soap and warm water.
Dry it off and admire the fabulous etching!
I love it! It's so nice to have things labeled...plus it's just so fun.
Then quickly look around the house for anything and everything that is glass and think about all the possibilities of things you could etch!
Haha. Repeat the process for all the glass dishes within a 5 mile radius.
I did my next door neighbors dish after she brought us some Peach Cobbler. ;) Win-win!
Seriously, I have the best neighbors!
This is the perfect handmade touch to a holiday, wedding or housewarming gift!
Add the newlyweds last name to their serving dishes...or just mark your own dishes to keep them coming back to you every time you take them somewhere!
Easy to care for too, just dish wash as normal, run through the dishwasher or handwash with dish soap--it all works!
That's it!
Hope you like this personalized glass dish tutorial.
It's such an easy technique and takes less than 30 minutes to make something wonderfully customized.
I've done these or lots of friends...it's a popular gift that gets used regularly.
Glass etching is a ton of fun--what else will you etch!?
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What is Pyrex?
Pyrex is a brand of heat-resistant glassware that has become synonymous with durability and reliability in kitchenware. Developed by Corning Glass Works in the early 20th century, Pyrex was initially created for use in laboratory glassware due to its ability to withstand high temperatures and resist thermal shock.
Pyrex kitchenware, including baking dishes, mixing bowls, measuring cups, and storage containers, quickly gained popularity for their versatility and durability in home kitchens. The glass material is resistant to thermal expansion, meaning it can safely go from freezer to oven without shattering.
One of the key features of Pyrex is its transparency, allowing users to monitor the cooking or baking process without removing the dish from the oven. Additionally, Pyrex is non-reactive, meaning it won't absorb flavors or odors from food, making it ideal for cooking and storing a wide range of dishes.
Over the years, Pyrex has evolved to include various shapes, sizes, and colors to suit different cooking and baking needs. While the original Pyrex was made of borosilicate glass, newer versions may use tempered soda-lime glass, which offers similar heat-resistant properties.
Today, Pyrex remains a trusted brand for home cooks and professional chefs alike, valued for its durability, versatility, and timeless design. It continues to be a staple in kitchens around the world, cherished for its ability to withstand the rigors of everyday cooking and baking.
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