I had pinned this picture onto my Crafts and DIY Projects board a long time ago. I decided I would give it a try, only to find out that the pin didn’t go anywhere. Not wanting to give up on the idea, I decided to just give it a try.
I chose 5 different enamel paint colors – a red, blue, green, white, and yellow (these colors also match the dishes from my kitchen). I grabbed a few Pyrex bowls that came in a box set of other items; I haven’t used them because we have a whole set of glass bowls, so I thought these would be great to upcyle into something pretty.
I used a short but slightly thick paint brush to paint the dots. I have seen online that people also use pencil erases to also paint dots, so that it also worth a try.
Choose one color to start with and begin painting the dots on the outside of the dish. Let it dry, and move on to the next color.
The great thing about this project is you can easily modify the look of the project based on the thickness of the dots and colors. The options are endless. I actually used this same technique for a different project this weekend, but they are a gift so I can’t share with you all for a little while longer.
Once you are satisfied with the look, let it dry for 30 minutes. Put them on a layer of parchment paper on a cookie sheet or another pan. Place in a cold oven (glass needs to gradually warm up) and turn to 350. After 30 minutes, turn the oven off but I suggest leaving the project in there awhile to slowly start cooling down.
I would recommend only hand washing these in the future to help them last as long as possible.
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Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says
How fun are these?! I’m terrible about doing crafts, but this looks like something i could handle.
Cheryl TidyMom says
such a cute idea!! so simple and fun!! I LOVE it!
thelovenerds says
Thanks, Cheryl! I am so glad you stopped by and liked the project.
Angela Conley says
Such a simple update yet it makes such a difference. Great job! Thanks for sharing!
thelovenerds says
Thanks, Angela! I am using this technique on cheap stemless wine glasses and a serving bowl as well. I can’t wait to share how that version turns out as well.
Sarah Lemp says
Thank you for joining our All Things Thursday Link-Up this week!! We looved your post and are featuring it in this week’s round-up of favorites at All Things Thursday Link-Up {No. 16} Featured Favorites 🙂
thelovenerds says
Thanks again, Sarah, for featuring!
Anjana D says
So cute. I’ve been seeing it on pinterest too. The paint brush adds a nice texture in each paint dot. Coming over from Spring Hop party.
Anjana @ http://www.happyandharried.wordpress.com
thelovenerds says
Thanks, Anjana! I love the texture too vs. the flat dots. I did the same technique with red and pink on stemless wine glasses and they turned out really cool.
Julia Forshee says
Thanks for stopping by allthingswithpurpose.com with your hand dotted glass bowl!! We look forward to seeing what else you create next Thursday’s Link Up!! Check back on Sunday to see if you’ve been featured!
thelovenerds says
Thanks, Andrea! They make a great gift, especially since they look nice for being a perfect Dollar Store Project.
Danielle Driscoll says
Fantastic! I love how these came out! Thanks for sharing at Silver Pennies Sundays!
thelovenerds says
Thanks, Danielle! I can’t wait to show another version next week as an update. They were made as a gift, so I’ve had to keep them secret through this weekend.
Kayla Janachovsky says
Super cute! Great job.
thelovenerds says
Thanks, Kayla! I am glad you like them. And thanks for stopping by my blog.
kelly @ view along the way says
These are beautiful. Looks like something from Anthro! Thanks for linking this up to Monday Funday!
Kelly @ View ALong the Way
http://www.viewalongtheway.com
thelovenerds says
Thank you, Kelly! What a wonderfully nice compliment!
Diana Hansen says
Pretty!
thelovenerds says
Thanks, Diana! Thanks for stopping by my blog as well.
Elizabeth says
These are super cute – I love the finished look. I think my kids would love to make these – maybe even finger prints for grandmothers. Thanks for sharing!
thelovenerds says
Thanks, Elizabeth! What a wonderful idea. I would love it if you shared your kids’ version if you if decide to let them try it out.