etching and nailpolish

[princess pink]

Hello everyone

i want to etch a bead, ut only half of it. Am i right in thinking if i nail polish (clear) the bits i dont want etched then take the nailpolish off it'll be all shiny underneath?

thanks

Shahlaa x

[Pam]

I've done this and it works just fine. A bit fiddly with clear as you can't really see what you are doing to well. The nail varnish comes off really easily after which surprised me as I though I would have to pick at it.

[Les]

Yeh... I use really dark nail polish, then I can see more clearly where I have masked.
I rub it off under warm running water, that seems to help soften the nail polish up a bit

[sparrow]

I use bright pink, which works well on normal beads, but on a sculptural one in can seep into recesses where it's really difficult to get out of.......

[Les]

I have that problem when I etch wings ... I keep meaning to buy some cocktail sticks to see if they'd make it easier...

[sparrow]

Yeah, I tried that, even hairs and nylon thread......it's a tiny spot of pink inside a clear chrysalis.....just had to keep it

[princess pink]

would i not need to use nailpolish remover to get it off? point taken about the clear, will use a white or something as am painting over coloured glass

[Les]

nope... it just peels right off

[princess pink]

awesome, cheers ladies, always knew you'd help! x

[Hels4444]

I have not tried etching yet what great tips thanks guys

Hels

[Lloki]

I've found that Elmers glue works as well.
Just paint it on and let it dry fully (I leave it overnight), etch as normal and then just wash off!

[mizgeorge]

If you want fine lines, try a masquepen (from art shops)