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Gold Painted Vine Cups {using DecoArt Glass Writers}

08/14/2013 10 Comments

 
This post is brought to you by DecoArt || This month myself and the other awesome contributing bloggers for DecoArt are sharing some fun projects that feature the Americana Glass Products.  

I chose to use the Glass Writers, have you used them yet?  The glass writers actually come in 3D opaque gloss enamels, 3D frost gloss enamels, and 3D gloss enamels.  Today I’m sharing these cute and simple Gold Painted Vine Cups I made using the 3D opaque gloss enamels. 

 
Supplies: 
 
–  Americana 3D Opaque Gloss Enamels {glorious gold}
–  White Tea Cups, Coffee Mugs, or Small Bowls
–  Thin Tipped Sharpie Marker in a light color {optional}
 

I have had these two white very simple tea cups in my storage cupboard in the garage for several months now.  Well I finally found a project they were perfect for.  When thinking about what I could do with the Americana glass writers one of the current trends popped in my head, GOLD.  I know that people are starting to put a pop of gold in to their decor here and there.  Not too much, but small touches.  So I decided I would create some cute storage out of my tea cups for my office.   I actually was inspired by this tea cup from Anthropologie, but decided to switch mine up a bit.  I just loved the pattern.

I grabbed a light colored thin tipped sharpie marker.  The lighter the better.  This is optional, if you want to freehand it all with just the glass writer be my guest.  I always like to sketch my designs first, this helps me feel more confident about the design.  Once I drew my vines on to the tea cup I got busy using my glass writer.  I simply traced over my design and made my gold vines.  Once your done set it aside to dry according to the package directions for 48 hours.  Then bake at the suggested temperature for 30 minutes for a dishwasher safe finish.  If you happen to see a tiny bit of the sharpie marker even after you’ve painted your design it should wash off in the dishwasher when you wash it.

 
I chose to use mine in my office so I filled them with cute ribbons and washi tape.  They would be perfect for cute storage in a bathroom, office with paper clips & rubber bands, or in a closet for jewelry.  You can also simply make the tea cups as a gift for someone who loves to collect pretty tea cups or coffee mugs.  Now I’ve got just a touch of gold in my office, not too much…but just the right amount for my liking.  The Americana glass writers are a great way to let you kids make some personalized projects or gifts too, less mess and tons of great color choices.
 
 
Disclaimer || I am a member of the DecoArt Core Blogger Team and did receive products and payment for this post.  However, all thoughts, opinions, and ideas are my own!
 

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Comments

  1. Lolly Jane says

    08/14/2013 at 4:34 PM

    Um, hello talented lady. Your project is SUPER dang cute!!!!! I thought they were purchased at first glance! (: xoxo

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  2. Angelina- JoJo & Eloise says

    08/15/2013 at 7:59 PM

    OH Me Oh My!!!! These are BEAUTIFUL!!! I can’t wait to give this a try. So FUN!!!
    xoxo

    Reply
  3. Amy K says

    08/19/2013 at 4:31 AM

    Love these! Super cute! Just started following you on Facebook and Twitter! Loving all your projects! I would love if you would share this over at our blog hop http://www.ablossominglife.com/2013/08/frugal-crafty-home-blog-hop-37.html

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  4. Amy K says

    08/19/2013 at 4:31 AM

    Love these! Super cute! Just started following you on Facebook and Twitter! Loving all your projects! I would love if you would share this over at our blog hop http://www.ablossominglife.com/2013/08/frugal-crafty-home-blog-hop-37.html

    Reply
  5. Kayla Janachovsky says

    08/19/2013 at 7:49 PM

    Beautiful job!

    Reply
  6. Melanie {Reasons To Skip The Housework} says

    08/22/2013 at 4:43 PM

    OH…MY…BEAUTIFUL! Love this idea. So talented! If you have any desserts you love, we’d love for you to come over to our newest link party over at The Inspiration Network: DELISH- a desserts only link party. Bring your desserts and let’s party!!
    http://theinspiration-network.com/delish-dessert-link-party-no-1/

    Smiles,
    Melanie and Diana
    The Inspiration Network

    Reply
  7. Amanda says

    08/26/2013 at 11:29 AM

    These are really pretty, I love the design!

    Reply
  8. Lisa @ Stop and Smell the Chocolates says

    08/31/2013 at 12:46 AM

    Those turned out so cute! Great gift idea!

    Reply

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