You can create the same pretty effect on holiday accessories with a process called glass etching. Creating your own stencils is the most time-consuming part of this project. Expect to spend about 30 minutes preparing and applying the first image, depending upon the level of detail. Cleaning and etching the glass may take only five to seven minutes. Choose etching paste for items where you want a pattern on a clear background or on a flat object like a plate or bowl.
Stencils designed for painting can be difficult to place on curved surfaces.
We had better luck making our own with Contact paper. Select glassware and paste or solution. Experiment with decorative-edge scissors or novelty paper punches. Simple images or patterns work best. Be sure the stencil will fit on a relatively flat area of the glass.