tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post431169247181095865..comments2022-06-10T15:50:21.295-07:00Comments on Wine & Cork: {DIY} How to (successfully) cut glass bottlesWine and Corkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-72429749081044172332017-10-03T15:12:10.890-07:002017-10-03T15:12:10.890-07:00Hi there, you could try to go back over the score ...Hi there, you could try to go back over the score line where it did not break and do the process again, but it may not work since you already have a score line. It is important to have a constant score line all the way around to make sure that is where it breaks. Sometimes though you just have to try again with another bottle. Good luck!Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-34681352868267448342017-10-03T14:52:39.871-07:002017-10-03T14:52:39.871-07:00I have a bottle that didn't break all the way ...I have a bottle that didn't break all the way around on the score line. 1/4 to 1/3 of the bottle edge has an extra 1/4 inch below the score line. How do i get the rest of the bottle to break at the score line?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03080758016514480568noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-2169984577826068932016-03-03T10:00:01.133-08:002016-03-03T10:00:01.133-08:00Hello Kathy and thanks for your feedback! So glad ...Hello Kathy and thanks for your feedback! So glad to know this has worked for you and that you have found the magic trick! :)Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-1980537248587120952016-03-03T09:05:51.687-08:002016-03-03T09:05:51.687-08:00Thanks for the tutorial. I've actually found ...Thanks for the tutorial. I've actually found that I don't even need to use the candle. I just place it in extremely hot water and then the ice cold water and back and forth until it separates. Usually on the second hot water time it separates. SAToyLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08105021193438979830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-57004154429834892582014-07-09T22:16:31.599-07:002014-07-09T22:16:31.599-07:00Awesome! Immense information there.
vinoAwesome! Immense information there.<br /><a href="http://www.makro.cz/svet-produktu/vino/horeca-vino" rel="nofollow">vino</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-65430025231159531022014-02-24T09:10:36.811-08:002014-02-24T09:10:36.811-08:00Hi, I write from Italy.
I’m a fan of ships in bott...Hi, I write from Italy.<br />I’m a fan of ships in bottles to give away to friends. I managed to make some successfully using the G2.<br />My problem is to cut thick bottles over 3 mm. The breaking line does not follow the line of cut.<br />I tried running your method carefully but once passed the spark plug line, putting the bottle in hot water it breaks not along the line of cut.<br />I'm desperate I have many beautiful bottles to use and many ideas to put in for giving gifts but I'm not able to open them.<br />I use a gas adjustable lighter instead of the spark plug and it has always worked.<br />Thanks a lot.<br />faraonihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06599426115148118665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-20587527739200796002013-10-29T12:36:28.275-07:002013-10-29T12:36:28.275-07:00Hi Shannon, I have never had a bottle burst, do gi...Hi Shannon, I have never had a bottle burst, do give it a try but I recommend using a spare bottle first to get a feel for the steps first. It will work, of that I am sure! I have now cut at least 30 bottles using this technique. :)Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-4864225199523410532013-10-26T01:50:50.498-07:002013-10-26T01:50:50.498-07:00Hi, I'm really wanting to try this out, I thin...Hi, I'm really wanting to try this out, I think they are just beautiful, but, I'm scared that the bottle is going to burst, will it or does it...like going from cool to hot and so on? Thank you! :)Shannon Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16684733943330206232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-2167937386963952342013-05-08T11:56:42.167-07:002013-05-08T11:56:42.167-07:00I don't see why you can't use any type of ...I don't see why you can't use any type of bottle or jar. It might be a bit more difficult with a wider type of container because your score will be longer which means you will have to control the line for a bit longer. But I am sure that with a bit of practice it should no problem at all. I also have used wine bottles that friends gave to me ( since they would have thrown they away anyway) to practice. You may know people who can give you theirs as well...? Happy glass cutting! :)Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-91124509038255024612013-05-08T10:20:03.493-07:002013-05-08T10:20:03.493-07:00Hi, Thank-you for the tutorial. Would this work on...Hi, Thank-you for the tutorial. Would this work on any smooth glass bottle/jar (say a pasta sauce jar or juice bottle)? I was thinking of using those for practice while trying to perfect the technique?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-81887657728120093932013-05-08T00:25:06.950-07:002013-05-08T00:25:06.950-07:00Hi Sue, thanks for your question. I used a large g...Hi Sue, thanks for your question. I used a large grain sheet of sand paper at first, then went down in size progressively to take away all the sharpness of the edges. If you have an electric sander then that would probably get the job done faster and just as well if not better.Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-88141396147166452202013-05-07T16:47:22.453-07:002013-05-07T16:47:22.453-07:00What do you use to smooth the glass once it's ...What do you use to smooth the glass once it's cut? Thanks. SueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-69744956215499653492013-01-24T07:44:17.016-08:002013-01-24T07:44:17.016-08:00HI Brandy, thank you for your comment. Glass cutti...HI Brandy, thank you for your comment. Glass cutting can indeed be quite tricky and some bottles will seem to have a mind of their own lol. It all starts with the scoring. It is probably the most important and hardest part of the process. It has to be CLEAN, NOT too deep, and consistent. If your line is not clean, your chances of getting a clean cut are slim. It takes practice and I learned to control the score after several failed attempt. Once you have made a clean score, be sure that your water is ice cold, and that you go over the line with the candle enough times (too much will be better than not enough in this case). Don't give up and keep at it, you will get better with practice! :)Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-58430708595143918332013-01-23T19:41:45.032-08:002013-01-23T19:41:45.032-08:00Hi there
I am using the G2 and for some reason my...Hi there <br />I am using the G2 and for some reason my bottles are coming out jagged and the ones that come out smooth have cracks going down the sides.. Any tips? I am doing it exactly like the instructionsBrandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01270881321210519329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-5354642963628877832012-08-17T05:50:38.688-07:002012-08-17T05:50:38.688-07:00Hi Britt, thanks you for your comment :) I hope y...Hi Britt, thanks you for your comment :) I hope you have better luck with my method (it does take a little bit longer, but it works!). To smooth the edges down, I used coarse sand paper first, then a finer one (#80 and #150 worked well for me). Good luck!Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-25682966146517575842012-08-16T21:23:02.804-07:002012-08-16T21:23:02.804-07:00I have tried cutting the wine bottles with a diamo...I have tried cutting the wine bottles with a diamond grit tile saw. I was not able to get a clean cut......<br />I want to try your method and see if I have better luck. <br />What do you use for sanding/smoothing down the cut edge?Britthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05878840682874534954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-71964457829029922032012-08-06T16:09:58.428-07:002012-08-06T16:09:58.428-07:00Perfect, thanks for the tips!Perfect, thanks for the tips!Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05745327222901316874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-69028290281808556742012-07-24T16:35:02.985-07:002012-07-24T16:35:02.985-07:00HI Matt, yes, I did use the G2, and it worked well...HI Matt, yes, I did use the G2, and it worked well for me but you have to make sure your score is clean and that you don't go back over the same score as that will make your bottle crack.Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-13207676338528440372012-07-24T16:13:15.636-07:002012-07-24T16:13:15.636-07:00At the beginning, you said you tried out 2 differe...At the beginning, you said you tried out 2 different types of cutters. Which one worked the best? Did you get much success out of the one pictured (looks like the G2 one on Amazon)?Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05745327222901316874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-42142924477679019722012-06-22T14:09:42.812-07:002012-06-22T14:09:42.812-07:00Hi there! I can see why your flame might die when ...Hi there! I can see why your flame might die when you place the bottle over it, I would wipe the score line lightly right before placing it over the flame. You can also use a lighter ( the kind to light up trills is a good option), but your fingers might get tired :/ Be sure yo use a large enough candle and flame and wipe off the excess water. Hope that helps! :)Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-89201171423902969952012-06-22T07:28:42.135-07:002012-06-22T07:28:42.135-07:00Thanks for the great tutorial! I;ve tried a coupl...Thanks for the great tutorial! I;ve tried a couple bottles, and it's not working to well for me. . .user error, I'm sure! When going from the cold water to the candle, I'm having a hard time keeping the candle lit. Any suggestions?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-9282157513704698612012-03-23T05:37:45.540-07:002012-03-23T05:37:45.540-07:00HI Sarah, each bottle takes about 10 minutes...don...HI Sarah, each bottle takes about 10 minutes...don't bother with the string method. Even if you did manage to get any cut, it would be extremely uneven and jagged. This is by far the best method for a clean, smooth cut! I just posted about recycling wine bottles to make candles, did you check it out? http://www.wineandcork.blogspot.com/2012/03/diy-recycled-wine-bottle-candles.html Can't wait to see your final results with your soy candles! :)Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-41765139561957977812012-03-22T20:19:00.349-07:002012-03-22T20:19:00.349-07:00Steph - Great tutorial! I'm curious how long t...Steph - Great tutorial! I'm curious how long the process tends to take? Bummer that the string method didn't work well, that's what I was hoping to do to recreate this look: http://www.soyveycandles.com/about.html // Your blog is looking great, btw! ;)__https://www.blogger.com/profile/04206438640440763004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-43472305240000714062012-02-13T06:58:11.901-08:002012-02-13T06:58:11.901-08:00Yes, indeed! It is fairly involved and can be tric...Yes, indeed! It is fairly involved and can be tricky, worth the trouble when it does go your way :)Wine and Corkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738480294768191824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5218574422491098080.post-12453177347139833022012-02-12T09:46:48.143-08:002012-02-12T09:46:48.143-08:00Wow! I had no idea there were so many steps invol...Wow! I had no idea there were so many steps involved!Leah Marie Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05432159961271108072noreply@blogger.com