“Sandblasting” is basically what it sounds like - it’s the process of blasting sand particles at high speed to carve into a smooth surface.

Sandblasting basically involves the sand particles being propelled by compressed air through a tube and the sand shoots through a nozzle at the end of the tube, hitting the glass and corroding the surface, leaving a milky white opaque look to it. Different etching effects are obtained by varying the amount of sand used, the speed of the jet and the nozzle at the end of the tube.

The amazing patterns and detail you often see in sandblasted panes is created by simply ‘masking off’ the areas of the glass you don’t want affected by the sand with an adhesive vinyl. The masked off areas are not susceptible to the sand blasting, so remain crystal clear. This decorating method leaves a beautiful frosted etched marking on the glass that will last forever.

We typically say we can sandblast anything onto glass! That said, there are limitations to how small details can be. We will work with you to ensure the design you choose can be successfully sandblasted.

The majority of our individual glassware with one design costs $16-$20.

Our website displays the glassware we typically stock. If there is a specific style of glassware you would like sandblasted Contact Us (link) to discuss further.

We do not for most orders. We do when there is substantial time required (this will always be discussed up front). The ‘creativity’ phase, where we work with the customer to ensure the design is a personal reflection of the receiver, is very enjoyable and rewarding for us.

Absolutely! There is no requirement to order more than one piece of glassware. We warn you though, personalizing glassware is fun and somewhat addictive - there’s a good chance you’ll order more glassware in the future :)

Yes we do. Please Contact Us (link) to discuss your ideas and pricing.

From the time the design is finalized, typically 1-2 weeks. That said, we’ve etched glasses in one day to help with a last minute gift idea. Orders can take up to 4 weeks during peak periods; holidays, weddings, graduation, Christmas season.

We regularly work with designs provided by our customers. Email us your design idea and we’ll let you know if we can make it happen!

We do! Email us with your job request and we'll provide a quote.

Perhaps, depending on many factors (age, condition, thickness, quality, etc.). Email us to start the discussion.

Yes, all of our etched glassware is top-rack dishwasher safe. The hand-etched design will never wear off no matter how many times it is washed!

We proudly etch and ship our glassware from our etching shop on Vancouver Island, in beautiful British Columbia, on the west coast of Canada.

We respectfully acknowledge we live and work on the unceded traditional territory of the K'ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.

Yes! Our studio is currently open by appointment only.

We will not sandblast anything that is sexist, racist or homophobic.

We’ll certainly do everything we can to make it happen! Email us and we'll be able to suggest available shipping options.

Send us an email with your question. We typically respond to emails within 24-48 hours during business days.