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Hello friend, There are a handful of photoresist films you may use for etching glass. My favorite is provided by IKONICS. They have many versions of photoresist. The one I like is UltraPro. Here is a link to the web page where you can buy it -- ikonicsimaging.com/films/photoresist-films/ -- There is another brand called 'Rayzist'. However, I have used Ikonics for the last 20 years or more. Good luck with your research. John

@@cornerstone-glassworks really enjoy your content. I have a small side earner and think I’d like to give this a go. But can’t seem to find any UK suppliers for the photoresist.

You are looking for a light sensitive film designed to be used as a resist for etching glass. I don't know what other sort of 'light sensitive films' there are. Good luck!

Hello there, I am unable to dig into metal using sandblasting. I have etched a lot of metal but surface affects only. I haven't done this but I have heard of engraving metals chemically. Good luck with your research. Thanks for writing, John

Thank you!

Hello Guy.t.t.s.o.y. What art piece were you wanting to see?

Hello MsTJPink, Sorry, it took me so long to get back to you! With both of my parents going into the hospital and appearing to be entering a new phase of dependency, everything is very compressed. Anyway, it's nice to meet someone use is excited about this craft. BEFORE we go any further, here is the link for the exposure unit I use..... ikonicsimaging.com/equipment/exposure-units/ The round barrel unit fits your typical 8.5" x 11" size but can be utilized to accommodate larger stencils. Question: What part of the world do you reside in? My wife and I have been asking ourselves for years, "Who is going to continue on this exciting craft once I'm gone?". There doesn't appear to be any new blood around here lately. I'm not planning on retiring any time soon, but we are getting older every year. Anyhoo, I would be happy to help you get started if I can. I fell hard in love with carved glass almost 40 years ago and I'm still loving it. Good luck!

Hello, the location of this product online is 'ikonicsimaging.com/imagepro-super/' . I don't know if they will ship to Brazil or not. Good luck!

Here is a link to where those may be purchased. Good luck! www.hisglassworks.com/machinery/flat-grinders/large-grinders/covington-grinders.html

Hey Paul, if all I were going to etch were trophies, awards and table-top stuff, I could use a sandblast cabinet. However, since I do large projects as well, I made my sandblast booth 13 feet wide, 9 feet tall and 9 feet deep. I figured that the largest piece of glass I was likely to order would be 8 foot by 12 foot. So I made my booth to accommodate that. Twice, so far, I have had to work with a larger piece of glass sticking out of the door while carving and etching. Good luck.

Hello O.D., your very welcome. You know, for years I have had aquariums. I've got 4 right now. I always make my own lids for the tanks. So that would be great for a terrarium. Good luck!

Me too I’m here for the same thing…Just get silicone with no fungicide…I got aquarium silicone at petco petsmart doesn’t carry it.

Hey EffumGood1, Sorry it took so long to get back to you. To answer your question about using this u.v. stencil system for glass silvering....I would not think so. There are several reasons why not. One is the stencil itself would, most likely, taint the silver corrupting it. Also, even after you wash out the details, there is still a thin clear film that would block your chemicals. BTW, here is a link to the u.v. light exposure unit that I use. ikonicsimaging.com/equipment/exposure-units/ Here is a link to the film ikonicsimaging.com/ultrapro/ Good luck!

Hello Bonnie, Just about any ole silicone will do. Just look for something that says 100% silicone. Something that claims to be water proof. Used in bathrooms. Good luck.

@@cornerstone-glassworks thank you for a quick response. Just wanted to make sure. My concern is how to make a good straight even line. I'll have to practice before I do the real project.

@@Lookinuptojesus Well, going back to the video.......the tape we put down was to give us a straight line on both sides of the silicone after trolling it on. Just a reminder, you pull the tape off while the silicone is wet. Ciao

@@cornerstone-glassworks thank you I will rewatch it for sure. I had been looking for this video but just found it lately and I was happy because I really want to build this box.

Hey Brian, thank you for your kind words. I enjoy making videos on glass art, however, the commercial work has gotten so busy that I can't even think about it. In fact, I had started a video making a 24" diameter Flying Saucer. I let the pieces continue to sit on the table for months before realizing that I wasn't going to be able to finish it any time soon. If I retire sometime, I may go into tutorial videos full time. Thanks again.

HANK!!!! How you doing old friend?!?! We have to talk. I can't wait to here how you are! Write me to my email and or call. All my contact info is on my website at 'csgw.com'. So good to here from you!!! God Bless!

Thanks for watching!

Hey Kelly, if you go to my website (csgw.com) then go to the "interior decor" page, you can see a bonsai tree that I carved in the glass and then my wife painted. The background is surface etched with clear lines making the graphic. You might like it. Thanks!

Thank you, Michael.

Hey Connie, I am a fan of Epson when it comes to printing black transparencies. Of course, when it is coupled with Ikonics' AccuBlack clear printing film. Epson does not have settings for clear film in their printers. However, with the correct settings, Epson gives me the best home-made film positives I have gotten from a printer. When you refer to a "kit", are you talking about the UV exposure lamp, the wash out nozzle and the light sensitive film? So you just need to get your film-positives in line? Let me know. Ciao

@@cornerstone-glassworks yes I just need a printer now that doesn’t cost the earthen to buy or to run and I was thinking I should go with an Epson but which one is the big question. You said you got the best print from yours so I hoping you could give me a make and model sorta speak and I could check them out from this side of the ditch. I haven’t tried any of the stuff yet. I am hoping to very soon. But I have to start with a printer I think.

Also what computer program do you use to make the pictures? I hope I am not being a pain.

@@Wyrmwood66 Hey Connie, I have had 4 or maybe 5 Epson printers and they all seemed to perform well for the purpose we are considering. A couple I have now are part of the XP (Expression) series. And one is a WorkForce wide format printer. While we are talking about Epson printers, I would highly recommend an XP machine that will print CD's and DVD's as well. It is so nice to be able to print professional looking discs. It doesn't add much to the cost either. BTW, Connie.......as we have been communicating and working on getting you started with this process, you may contact me directly through my website ( csgw.com ) if you like rather than having to channel your way on UA-cam. Either way is fine with me. Good luck!

@@Wyrmwood66 Hello Connie, I have been working with CorelDraw for 20 years or more now for my graphics. I started with version 4 and am currently on version 15. But they are up to 20 or higher now. I will say that version 15 has been a little glitchier than 4 or 8. It's a little pricey but powerful software. Comes with a lot of good stuff on it. Well, I hope that helps. See ya!

Thank you Connie

@@cornerstone-glassworks we just went into lockdown because of covid. It’s just me and the dog here all day long. My question is can you make a boat load of videos so I have something that is enjoyable and informative to watch

@@Wyrmwood66 Well, Connie...........that's very encouraging for you to say but you may have noticed that I haven't made any videos in a while. I was actually in the middle of my flying saucer video when I got too busy in the real-world to make videos. I would love to start again but I don't see things lightening up for a while. Good luck! John

Well, the lap wheel is not useful for cutting. But once your bottle is cut, you can use it to grind your edges to shape. And then you can use it to polish the surfaces. Hope this helps.

@@cornerstone-glassworks well appreciated your reply Sir

Hello Herve, you can continue to hammer your way in to the edge of the glass if you choose. However, with each new pass it becomes increasingly likely that the glass will break. The more you create an inside curve, the shock from the impact of the hammer has no place to go resulting in breakage. Almost guaranteed to break. I hope that helps. Thanks for writing.

@@cornerstone-glassworks yes it helps to know that there is a reason for the cracking of my glass. Thank for all the info that you give us. It's really generous of you.

Thank you

Hey John, Well, many years ago (about 34 or so) I was exposed to the glue-chip process and really did not like it. The process, I mean. Just hatted it so I did not take it up. I enjoy it when others do it. Thanks

Hello Super, I use a dbl. sided transparent foam tape from 3M's, VHB series (Very High Bond). It will stick well to the painted glass. On the plywood, I paint contact cement in the areas where the foam tape will touch so I know I get a positive bond to the dry porous plywood. I hope that helps. Thanks, John

@@cornerstone-glassworks thanks for the info

Hey Super Man, I'm sorry that I overlooked your message. I just dropped the ball. In case it still matters, here's the answer to your question. I use a very effective 2 way foam tape from 3M called Transparent Foam Tape. It's part of their VHB series (Very High Bond). They have different thicknesses and widths. I buy it from R.S. Hughs Company in Dallas, Texas. (214-351-2300). Now, to prepare my surfaces for the tape. The glass (painted) is smooth enough for the tape to stick. But the wood is not. So I paint the wood with contact cement (the flammable kind - not the "safe" stuff) where I know the tape is going to go. I let that dry. Now the transparent foam tape will stick fabulously. That's it. Let me know if you have any more questions. John