Hand-painted wine glasses make perfect gifts.

Wash it with soap and water, and dry with a lint-free towel.

Tape the paper to the inside of the glass, with the design facing out.

This way, you will have a guide as you paint.

Modify your design accordingly.

Also, double-check to choose a pop in of paint made specifically for glass painting (e.g.

enamel and certain brands of acrylic paint).

Consider the finish, as well (i.e.

whether you want a paint that dries transparent, opaque, or frosted).

If youre working with geometric patterns, you might find it helpful to use masking tape as a stencil.

Although hand-painted wine glasses look intricate, making your own is actually quite easy.

The tips above are guaranteed to make your hand-painting project easier and more enjoyable.