best way to paint on glass?

Getting2Vowels · June 2012

Im using a solid glass frame, probably a storm door or something to use as my seating chart. I plan on having a few leds underneath to brighten it up..my question is whats the best medium to use on glass?? I dont really like the look of chalk and would prefer a nice font of sorts. Maybe i can 'copy' or trace something from behind but what do I use to get a clean, white, handwritten effect???

emineminem · June 2012

have you thought about etching? it's fairly easy to do, and they have kits that have everything you need for about $20. it also looks really elegant and fancy

here's one from walmart: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Deluxe-Glass-Etching-Kit/12347706 but i think they also have them at Michael's or Joanne's.

Getting2Vowels · June 2012

Oooh! Pretty!! That looks really neat! I may have to do something thats easily removable because it's way cheaper to borrow my parents storm door than to buy one. Those suckers aren't cheap.

emineminem · June 2012

let me google that for you!

http://www.michaels.com/Glass-Painting-Basics/ae0034,default,pg.html

based on that article, sounds like resin based paints might be the best way to go!

Getting2Vowels · June 2012

I ALWAYS google before I post... i didnt even think to do that this time. Will be spending my day off friday testing different stuff Thanks!

WalkersFurMama · June 2012

What about those markers they use at restaurants to write on the specials board? They always look very vivid and solid.

Edit: I have to clarify that I don't mean expo markers. . . the ones that look more like paint.

WildMagelet · June 2012

You could also check out garage sales, thrift stores, and Habitat for Humanity ReStores for inexpensive doors/windows so you don't have to borrow your parents door.

Getting2Vowels · June 2012

In Response to Re:best way to paint on glass?:[QUOTE]You could also check out garage sales, thrift stores, and Habitat for Humanity ReStores for inexpensive doors/windows so you don't have to borrow your parents door. Posted by flutterbride2b[/QUOTE]

Theres no local Habitat around here but I will be stopping by the salvation army tomorrow. Thanks for the idea!! Oh and craigslist has a few posted I just noticed...yahtzee!! :0)

Beads921 · June 2012

I know they sell special paint for glass. And I second whoever suggested the paint-like markers they often use on glass surfaces at restaurants - they always gives a nice, solid, clean look.

emmyroo · June 2012

I was browsing through Michaels and saw this, which made me think of your conundrum! Hope this helps! it's called a "chalk marker"

http://www.michaels.com/Chalk-Marker---Chisel-Tip/wd0745,default,pd.html?start=9&cgid=products-wedding-bridesexclusive

Getting2Vowels · June 2012

I got 2 of those Sharpie paint markers, will test them out within the next few days! Thanks for all the suggestions girls! ! :

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