Crafting: Etched Wine Glasses

For the second year in a row, I've done etched wine/drink glasses as gifts. I must say they look awesome this year. I wanted to create something unique, but also something that I know would be useful. Behold, the first names of the receivers written in Chinese, etched onto wine glasses. It came out so well, that I was thinking of selling a set on Etsy, but then I saw how much of a cut they take.

Both of these glasses took me about 4 hours. Drinking an energy drink prior to etching is not recommended. Right now my head is spinning with ideas for my next project, including ocean themed items.

If you are interested in purchasing a personalized etched wine glass with your name written in English or Chinese. I'm charging $25.00 a piece. Shipping is included, but it definitely won't get there before Christmas. No refunds.

Kindle Cover Knit

I made this as a Nook/Kindle cover for a man. All the other patterns have nice cables and such, but it’s not very manly. In addition, I could not find a button or bead to suit my needs, so I went with a tie. It took me no time at all to complete.

Yarn: 

1/4 skein of Patons Classic Wool in Dark Grey Mix

Pattern:
Use the Long tail cast on so you can sew up the bottom.
CO 44 on size 8 16in circlular
Knit 14 rows
(k1,p1) 20 rows
Knit 8 rows
Next row: K11, BO 2 stitches, knit rest of the row
knit 2 rows
BO
Sew bottom

Use 4 inch scrap yarn thread through from back to front on both ends. Tie both ends, you may add beads if you like. To close the cover, thread through the holes you made on top.