What are your plans for New Years Eve? While I love a good party, I prefer New Years Eve gatherings to be somewhat intimate. I don’t know if I’m just getting sentimental in my old age but the beginning of a New Year is a big deal to me. I love making resolutions/goals. I love celebrating the year past & looking forward to the year ahead. I guess that’s why I prefer a smaller gathering.
That being said, Mike & myself are excited to be celebrating New Years Eve with some really special & close friends of ours. But…I needed a hostess gift. Something inexpensive, personal & easy to do.
I immediately thought of this little guy…Armour Etch
I had gotten this at Michaels awhile back but I wasn’t able to use it. Now…just steer clear because I’m on an etching roll. ;p
This is easy to do & it only took me about 20 minutes start to finish. First of all, I found a cool looking wine/water/juice/whatever liquid you want to put in it decanter at Crate & Barrel for $4.95. Yep…a steal. I went on Tuesday of this past week & there were a TON, so there should be plenty left.
The last name of the people were ringing in the New Year with is May. I went on the computer & just printed out an “M”. And here are the rest of the steps…
Put the painters tape over the area you want etched.
I kinda eye-balled it so hopefully it was straight. ;p
The key to this step is slow & steady.
Carefully peel off what you cut out. Pull the “guide” off the tape & make sure the tape is perfectly smooth & sticking to the glass.
I just used a Q-tip to apply the cream. It’s easy & I just threw it away. And side note – You probably should wear gloves while using the cream, just to protect your hands.
Wait at least 10 minutes & rinse off the cream with water.
Peel the tape off & voila! A beautifully etched glass.
I’m telling you, I could get addicted to etching. Good thing I didn’t discover this before Christmas or else every one would’ve gotten something etched under the tree! :p
I can’t wait to bring our friends this hostess gift this weekend!
If you’re looking for another hostess gift idea, check out my no-sew kitchen towel apron I made here.
Thanks so much for stopping by! Hope you’re finding some great after Christmas deals! Just FYI…Crate & Barrel always has great after Christmas sales! I got several ornaments this past week for $0.50/each & HUGE pinecones, like gigantic pinecones for $1/each! Score. 🙂
This is wonderful! Sharing it on pinterest.
This is wonderful! Sharing it on pinterest.
Thank you so much Jessa! 🙂 You pinned me! :p I checked out your blog too…looks great! Happy New Year!
Thank you so much Jessa! 🙂 You pinned me! :p I checked out your blog too…looks great! Happy New Year!
Everything you come up with is so great that I want to try it. You are amazing! Mom
Everything you come up with is so great that I want to try it. You are amazing! Mom
Thanks Heidi! You have really great ideas!!
Thanks Heidi! You have really great ideas!!
Love anything with a monogram-following you from thrifty decor chick-stop by for a visit!
Love anything with a monogram-following you from thrifty decor chick-stop by for a visit!
Laura…thank you so much! Claire…amen! :p Thank you for following me…stopping by now. ;p
Laura…thank you so much! Claire…amen! :p Thank you for following me…stopping by now. ;p
Ohhh I wonder if I can get this stuff in Australia, gosh your wonderful Heidi xx
Ohhh I wonder if I can get this stuff in Australia, gosh your wonderful Heidi xx
Thanks Beth! I don't think they have a Crate & Barrel in Australia but I think you can order the decanter online at: http://www.crateandbarrel.com/dining-and-entertaining/pitchers-and-decanters/vee-carafe/s147179. As far as the etching cream, your local craft store should have that. Thanks so so much for reading this Beth & I enjoy your blog too! Hope you're having an awesome 2012 so far!
Thanks Beth! I don't think they have a Crate & Barrel in Australia but I think you can order the decanter online at: http://www.crateandbarrel.com/dining-and-entertaining/pitchers-and-decanters/vee-carafe/s147179. As far as the etching cream, your local craft store should have that. Thanks so so much for reading this Beth & I enjoy your blog too! Hope you're having an awesome 2012 so far!