How to Make a Glass from a Bottle
Purchase a bottle cutter or a bottle cutter kit., Empty the bottles you want to cut., Set your bottle cutter on a flat table., Place your bottle horizontally into the bottle cutter and bring the blade flush with the bottle. , Turn the bottle...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Purchase a bottle cutter or a bottle cutter kit.
They are available for $18 to $50 on Amazon and other online retail websites.
Choose a model with a base that holds the bottle in place. -
Step 2: Empty the bottles you want to cut.
Clean them out and leave them to dry overnight. , Decide how tall you want your glass to be by adjusting the base of the cutter. ,, You should hear the blade scraping against the surface of the bottle.
You should feel when the blade reconnects with the original starting point. , Heat the scored line above the heating element.
Turn the glass constantly and allow the flame to just lick the surface of the glass. , Once you feel it is fairly hot, it is time to change the temperature on the surface of the glass. , Move it horizontally.
If the change in temperature is great enough, you should hear the glass click to indicate it is breaking along the score line.
If it does not click, return it to the heating element for a few more minutes. , If an area of the glass is thicker, you may need to place it over the flame for a little while longer, and then apply ice across the line. , Move gently and slowly to reduce the risk of vertical cracks and uneven edges. , If the cut was extremely even, you can reserve it as a funnel for future craft projects. , Pour some silicone carbide dust onto the glass.
Wet it with a tsp. of water.
Silicon carbide is the dust used to make emery boards. , Move the top of the glass in a circular motion against the silicon carbide.
Do this for one to two minutes. , File down the edges further with fine-grit sandpaper. , -
Step 3: Set your bottle cutter on a flat table.
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Step 4: Place your bottle horizontally into the bottle cutter and bring the blade flush with the bottle.
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Step 5: Turn the bottle clockwise in a smooth motion.
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Step 6: Light a large candle.
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Step 7: Turn it slowly and listen for stress on the glass.
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Step 8: Apply an ice cube against the scored
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Step 9: heated line in the glass.
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Step 10: Move the ice cube along the line.
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Step 11: Wait for the entire line to be stressed enough to crack along your horizontal line.
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Step 12: Remove and discard the top of the bottle.
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Step 13: Find a piece of spare glass
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Step 14: like those that come with picture frames.
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Step 15: Tip the glass over to soften the raw edges.
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Step 16: Test the top of the glass for smoothness.
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Step 17: Wash your glass and use it.
Detailed Guide
They are available for $18 to $50 on Amazon and other online retail websites.
Choose a model with a base that holds the bottle in place.
Clean them out and leave them to dry overnight. , Decide how tall you want your glass to be by adjusting the base of the cutter. ,, You should hear the blade scraping against the surface of the bottle.
You should feel when the blade reconnects with the original starting point. , Heat the scored line above the heating element.
Turn the glass constantly and allow the flame to just lick the surface of the glass. , Once you feel it is fairly hot, it is time to change the temperature on the surface of the glass. , Move it horizontally.
If the change in temperature is great enough, you should hear the glass click to indicate it is breaking along the score line.
If it does not click, return it to the heating element for a few more minutes. , If an area of the glass is thicker, you may need to place it over the flame for a little while longer, and then apply ice across the line. , Move gently and slowly to reduce the risk of vertical cracks and uneven edges. , If the cut was extremely even, you can reserve it as a funnel for future craft projects. , Pour some silicone carbide dust onto the glass.
Wet it with a tsp. of water.
Silicon carbide is the dust used to make emery boards. , Move the top of the glass in a circular motion against the silicon carbide.
Do this for one to two minutes. , File down the edges further with fine-grit sandpaper. ,
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