Here are four ideas for adorning your wine glasses.

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   Dry your wine glasses after cleaning them with alcohol. Put some rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab or a piece of paper towel, and use it to clean the inside of each glass. If you can't wait, let them dry naturally or use another paper towel. [1]

   • In addition to cleaning and disinfecting the glasses, alcohol also removes residue from the surface.
   • Use white vinegar instead of rubbing alcohol.
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   You can use gloss enamel craft paint to decorate the glasses. Feel free to pick whatever hues and patterns suit your fancy. Make a statement by decorating a glass with a modern design, such as polka dots, confetti, a beach scene, or just the base and stem. Make sure to wait for each color to dry before adding another one if you plan on using more than one. [2]

   • If you want to keep track of who's drink is who's, chalkboard paint on the bottom of the glass is a great idea. Writing names in chalk on empty wine glasses and wiping them away when the party is over is a fun way to commemorate the occasion.
   • Use metallic paints or glitter for a fun, festive feel.

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   Put the glasses somewhere dry for a full week. Don't leave the painted glasses lying around where kids or pets can get to them. The optimal temperature is that of the room's ambient air. [3]

   • The paint may melt and run in the oven if this step is skipped.

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   Put the glassware on a baking sheet and into a cold oven. Put the baking sheet containing the glasses on the lowest oven rack. When glasses are placed in the oven before it is turned on, they are protected from shattering. [4]

   • If you don't want to use the oven, you can let the glasses dry naturally for 21 days at room temperature. [5]

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   Bake the glasses for 30 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). The paint is permanently set into the glass, and it will not come off with normal washing. It's not when you turn the oven on, but rather when it reaches 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius), that the 30-minute timer begins ticking. [6]

   • Put a 30-minute timer on the stove or oven, or use your phone's timer, so you won't forget to check on things.

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   Close the oven door and let the glasses cool inside the oven after it has been turned off. This method of slow cooling prevents glass from cracking while the paint hardens. When the glasses are completely cool to the touch, only then should you remove them from the oven. [7]

   • The glasses can be put in the dishwasher after they have been baked or dried. They should be washed in the top drawer

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   After using rubbing alcohol to clean the glasses, set them aside to dry. The alcohol will disinfect the glasses and increase their stickiness to the marker. Dry the glasses with a paper towel or put them in a secure location to air dry. [8]

   • White vinegar from the pantry can be substituted for rubbing alcohol in its absence.
   • Cotton balls can be substituted with paper towels or a clean cloth.
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   Use an oil-based permanent marker to create a 1 inch (2 less than 2 inches (5 cm) from the lip The marker will wear off more quickly if you decorate up to the rim of the glass because of your mouth. Decorate the glass with a design, whether it's a simple line or a sophisticated swirl. Make a pretty picture, like a sunset on the beach or a warm winter scene if you're artistic. The marker can also be used to write text, such as song lyrics or a favorite quote.

   • The roots and the stem are just as important as the flower. You can paint them a solid color, or decorate them to match the cup.
   • Make personalized shot glasses as party favors or holiday presents by writing the recipients' names on the stems.
   • If you're nervous about messing up on the glass, try sketching your design first.

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   Wait three full days for the glasses to dry after decorating them. Keep the glasses at room temperature and put them someplace safe where they won't be disturbed. They'll need about three days to dry completely. [9]

   • When baked, the patterns won't melt away thanks to this.

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   Glasses should be placed on a baking sheet and baked in a cold oven. Putting the baking sheet on the oven rack before arranging the glasses on the sheet is the most efficient method. You could easily break your glasses if you tried to carry the sheet to the oven while also holding the glasses.

   • There is no "correct" orientation for the glasses.
   • You must wait until the oven is completely cooled before proceeding. Wait until it's completely cold before putting the glasses inside if you just used it to cook.

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   Glasses need to be baked for 30 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). Do not start timing the 30 minutes until the oven reaches 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). After being baked, the paint will permanently adhere to the glass. [10]

   • Resist the temptation to check on the glasses by opening the oven door. The air is thus able to release heat. You should check it out through the front window.

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   After placing the glasses in the oven, turn off the heat but leave them inside until they are cool. Glasses are fragile and may break if removed too quickly. A minimum of 2 hours is required for the glasses to cool after removal from the oven. [11]

   • Put a small crack in the oven door to hasten the cooling process.

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   Tape over the base and the stem to hide them. Put a strip of masking tape around the wine glass's stem and base if you don't want to etch those areas. As a result, they won't get wet if any drips land on them. [12]

   • Make sure there are no openings for the etching cream to enter by pressing the masking tape tightly around the glass.
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   Place the glass stencil where you want it by laying it flat on the adhesive glass stencil. Orient it properly before pressing it onto the glass. Even out any bumps to ensure a flat, wrinkle-free stencil application to the glass. Because the etching cream tends to spread, any spaces you leave could end up making your design look sloppy. [13]

   • Obtain glass stencils from a hobby shop or an art supply website.
   • Using adhesive vinyl or contact paper, cut out a stencil for use on glass.
   • Stickers on the glass are another option. Be aware that the etching cream will etch any surface that is not protected by the stickers.
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   Scrub etching cream into the exposed glass using a paintbrush. Spread the etching cream on the stenciled areas with a paintbrush. If you're going to use stickers, you should apply the etching cream all over the glass, leaving only the sticker-covered areas unetched. [14]

   • Wear protective gear like gloves and goggles if you're working with etching cream because it can cause severe skin damage.
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   Wait 5-10 minutes before removing the etching cream from the glasses. Take it easy while the etching cream does its magic. Start counting down the minutes on your phone so you know how much longer to wait

   • Waiting periods are necessary for some etching creams. To find out when your specific type should be consumed, consult the container's back.
   • Even if you leave the etching cream on for a longer period of time than is recommended, nothing will happen.
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   Glasses should be washed in cold water and dried with paper towels. Rinse the glasses thoroughly in water to eliminate any remaining etching cream. Remove any remaining lotion with your fingers. After that, dry each pair of glasses with a paper towel. [15]

   • Try scrubbing the area with a sponge to remove any remaining cream.

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   Take off the masking tape and admire your work in progress. Removing the stencil from the glasses after they have dried requires care. In order to etch something, you need to apply etching cream to it. [16]

   • Glasses with an etching on them can still be cleaned normally. They can still be cleaned in the dishwasher.

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   Adhere gems or rhinestones for instant glam. Attach the adhesive jewels to the wine glass with your fingers or tweezers. You can use them to decorate the bottom of the glass, the stem, or the entire thing. Tinier glimmerings, like rhinestones, are ideal for this. [17]

   • Self-adhesive jewels are convenient, but regular jewels and some craft glue will do in a pinch.
   • Wine glasses with embellishments should not be cleaned in the dishwasher. They'll lose their precious stones because of it.

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   Wine glasses can be temporarily decorated by attaching charms to the stem. Glasses can be easily customized for a celebration with the help of wine glass charms. You can have them made or purchased in any style, design, and form you can imagine. Simply attach the charms to the stem and take them off when the party is over.

   • Charms come in a wide variety of materials and finishes, from glitter to metal to paper to cork to crochet. Find a charm to match your party's theme and atmosphere perfectly.
   • As a take-home gift, the charms will be appreciated by your guests.

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   Put a cute label on your glasses with a piece of washi tape. Wrap some washi tape around the wine glass's stem or adhere some to the glass's bowl. Guests can label their glasses with their names using the tape.

   • Washi tape is available in a wide variety of patterns and hues. Instead of having guests sign in with their names, you can hand out unique patterns to each person.
   • Washi tape is easily removed from glasses when they are put away for the night.

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   Taping paper to the bottom of your glasses allows you to match them to a party theme. Circular pieces of pretty cardstock in a design of your choosing should be cut to fit the base of each glass. The paper is then attached to the bottom using double-sided tape. You can use different kinds of paper for different events. [18]

   • You can either get identical glasses or a variety of different ones. Use striped paper for some of the glasses and polka dotted for others.
   • Halloween is the time to break out the orange and black prints. Then, remove those parts and replace them with Christmas-appropriate reds and greens or glimmering metallics.

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