Douglass Brown
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How to
Identify Waterford Crystal
Waterford Crystal is the brand name of beautiful crystal glassware and other crystal items. Its roots go back to Waterford, Ireland, beginning in the year 1793. Today, Waterford crystal is still produced and the company ...
How to
Identify Fenton Glass
Fenton Art Glass Company has been in business for over 100 years, and they are the largest manufacturer of handmade colored glass in the U.S. Finding a piece of Fenton glass at an antique shop or online auction can be ex...
How to
Make Glass
Making glass is a very ancient process, with archaeological evidence of glass making dating back to before 2500 BC. Once a rare and prized art, manufacturing glass has become a common industry. Glass products are used co...
How to Identify and Value Milk Glass
Milk glass is valued among collectors and prized for its delicate beauty, but what exactly is it? Originally created as an alternative to pricey porcelain, milk glass is opaque glass in a smooth, creamy color pressed int...
How to
Tell Crystal from Glass
For certainty, crystal must be distinguished from glass by a professional. However, glass and crystal objects have key differences that anyone can observe. Lift up your item and study it. A crystal item will feel heavier...
How to Make DIY Stained Glass
Learn how to stain, cut, and solder glass into a colorful design Stained glass can be found prominently displayed in church windows, as well as in certain styles of lampshades and mirrors. More and more, artful stained g...
How to
Cut a Tempered Glass Screen Protector
To be honest, cutting tempered glass is exceptionally difficult and you’re very likely to break your screen protector if you attempt to do this. Tempered glass is made by heating regular glass to high temperatures and ...
How to
Cut a Mirror Without a Glass Cutter
The idea of “cutting” a mirror is somewhat misleading. To cut glass, you simply score its top surface. This weakens the composition of the glass enough that you can then snap the glass along the line you scored. Whi...
How to
Paint Wine Glasses
At the moment, it seems like hand painted wine and martini glasses are all the rage! And doing it yourself is definitely possible (and relatively easy) at home. In fact, painting on wine glasses is a fun way to create un...
How to Identify Depression Glass
Learn to spot authentic depression glass colors, patterns, and featuresIf you’ve seen colorful, intricately patterned glassware in your grandma’s attic or at your local antique store, there’s a good chance it’s d...
How to
Identify Vaseline Glass
If you love antiquing, you may have stumbled upon some glass pieces that glow yellow or green glow in the sun. This is called vaseline glass and it has a small amount of uranium in it.. 19 December 2023. Don't worry, the...
How to
Paint Fiberglass
Painting fiberglass is tricky because the surface is smooth. With the right preparatory steps, however, you can get a smooth, professional-looking finish. The trick is to take your time and go slowly, especially between ...
How to Make Sea Glass Using a Rock Tumbler
Make your own sea glass at home with this fun DIY guideHave you ever been to the beach and seen a frosty, opaque-colored stone? Chances are, that was sea glass (also called beach glass)! But did you know that you don’t...
How to Glue Plexiglas Sheets Together
The best adhesive products and procedures to secure your Plexiglas creation Acrylic glass, often referred to by the trademarked term Plexiglas, is a strong, transparent plastic with various uses. Because it is transparen...
How to Make a Wind Chime Out of a Glass Wine Bottle
Making a DIY wind chime to recycle old wine bottles A homemade wind chime is the perfect way to add some pleasant charm to any outdoor or indoor space while recycling old wine bottles. All you need to do is cut a wine bo...
How to
Identify Carnival Glass
Figure out if you've got valuable glass on your handsCarnival glass is one of the most popular antique collectibles—and one of the most complex to master. There are countless varieties of carnival glass out there, and ...
How to
Paint Etched Glass
Want to add some color to your etched glass? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Painting etched glass is a super fun DIY project that lets you personalize just about any glassware, and it’s relatively simple to do...
How to
Cut Thick Glass
Home projects, like window repairs, often require the cutting of thick glass. While you can pay a professional to cut the glass for you, doing it yourself is much more cost effective. The most efficient technique, especi...
How to
Repair Cracked Fiberglass
Fiberglass is a strong and versatile material that can be used to make a variety of things, including bumpers, showers, and boats. While it is a useful and lightweight material, it can be damaged relatively easily. To fi...
How to
Cut Mirror
Learning how to cut mirror yourself has many benefits. You can create any design or shape you desire without settling for what's available on the market. You can also save money on expensive mirror pieces since you can s...
