Summer time always makes me think about drinking ice cold drinks. I’m not a big lemonade or tea drinker. But with the hot summer we’re having, I could definitely go for a nice fruity iced drink! So making this Dip N Etch Liquid mason jar set seemed extra appropriate for my next EtchAll project.
About EtchAll
As you may know, I am a designer with EtchAll. Although the EtchAll product used was sent to me, the opinions and reviews are my own.
EtchAll is a chemical that erodes a glossy surface (most commonly glass) to create a matte finish. While many talented designers can create designs free-hand, I love using vinyl stencils that I cut on my Cricut to make my one-time-use stencil designs for my etching projects. Check out the Glass Etching category of this site for more EtchAll projects and tutorials.
For this project, I used EtchAll Dip n Etch. This was especially useful since I wanted my design to go all the way around my jars.
And speaking of jars, I scored big with this set! I found them at my local Dollar Tree, so I only paid $5 for a set of four. Sweet deal, right?! But we know that it’s not always easy to find a particular item at a store like Dollar Tree when we return. So I took a look and found this super cute set of mason jar lids and straws on Amazon. I think these would look super cute with the design I used for my frosted mason jar set.
As for the jars themselves, you can find them at almost any store in the kitchen section. They’re also available on Amazon. Just be sure that the jars you purchase are smooth-sided and that they are glass (not plastic or coated/treated glass).
Project Supplies
Let’s get into making this sweet, refreshing set of mason jar tumblers. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Smooth-sided glass canning (Mason) jar with drinking lid and straw
- EtchAll Dip N Etch liquid
- EtchAll EtchMask (or adhesive vinyl)
- EtchAll Transfer Sheet (or transfer tape)
- Weeding tool and scraper
- Rocks (to weigh down the jar)
- Empty pail or jar (to place jar in while etching)
- Scissors
- Design to etch
- Cricut or other cutting machine
- Isopropyl alcohol
- Paper towels
- Disposable gloves
Project Tutorial
Please note that Dip N Etch is a chemical. Be careful to protect your hands as well as your workspace. Cover any stone or porcelain countertops or sinks to avoid accidentally etching these surfaces.
- Measure your jar (around and height) and note the measurements
- Inside of Cricut Design Space, open the design or create your own based on the measurements
- Cut your design and weed out the parts you want to etch into the glass
- Use alcohol to clean the outside of the mason jar
- Use the transfer tape to remove the weeded design from the backing and place it on the mason jar
- Smooth out wrinkles or air bubbles from around the edges of the vinyl
- Use water to test how much Dip N Etch you will need. Remember that the liquid will rise as you place the jar into the bucket with the Dip N Etch
- Pour the amount of Dip N Etch you will need into your empty bucket (or other container)
- Add a few rocks, marbles, or other weighted items into the mason jar to hold it in place
- Place the mason jar into the bucket with the measured Dip N Etch and leave for 15 minutes
- After 15 minutes, use gloves to remove the mason jar from the Dip N Etch and rinse thoroughly
- Peel off the vinyl stencil
- Rinse again and you are done.
You can pour the remaining Dip N Etch right back into the product bottle. This stuff will last FOREVER!
Super easy, right?! I always like to wash my completed etched projects before using.
I’d love to see what you create. Tag me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or even Pinterest if you make something similar. I am EJsFunCrafting everywhere.
So dive in, have fun, and go make something FRESH!
Want to see me making this in real time?
I’ve never seen this beofre. Super cute.
Author
Thanks! I love just going with the flow with glass etching.