Carolyn over at My Backyard Eden turned dollar store glassware into translucent ruby-colored glass inspired by the vibrant look of Depression glass. She posted a cool tutorial on how to make faux Depression glass, along with a short description of Depression glass (it was given away as a free promo with food products during the Great Depression). Cool idea! [how to make faux depression glass]
Heather Mann is chief editor of Dollar Store Crafts, and specializes in transforming inexpensive materials into stylish and simple craft projects. She has appeared on the Martha Stewart Show, in Reader’s Digest and the New York Times. DSC has been recognized as named one of Babble.com’s Top 10 Best Overall Craft Blogs (2011 & 2012) and Apartment Therapy’s 10 Crafty Blogs We Love (2010). Her work has been viewed by millions on the cover of FamilyFun magazine and on top websites such as RealSimple, Huffington Post, ABCNews.com, and others.
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Would it be possible to use this spray paint on the back of a clear plate then use minwax polyeurathane to seal it and make your own dishwear? I don’t think you could put them in the dishwasher but it would be very pretty!
I really would like the directions on how to make these red depression era glass candle holders, but it keeps directing me to other locations? HELP! I love these and want to make them….
5 Comments
Georgette
very very cool!
Bromeliad
Great idea. Reminds me of my mom’s collection of Depression glass.
Terri
Wow, that looks really cool!
lisa
Would it be possible to use this spray paint on the back of a clear plate then use minwax polyeurathane to seal it and make your own dishwear? I don’t think you could put them in the dishwasher but it would be very pretty!
lisa sewell
I really would like the directions on how to make these red depression era glass candle holders, but it keeps directing me to other locations? HELP! I love these and want to make them….