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How to Reverse Glitter a Bottle so it Doesn’t Shed

July 15, 2015 By Greta Brinkley

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We teamed up with Patron to show you how to reverse glitter a bottle for an attractive look that won’t shed.  Post may contain affiliate links.

If you’ve been around here for any length of time, you know that we enjoy a cocktail or two. One thing that happens when you enjoy making your own cocktails is that you end up with empty bottles. Now, some of these aren’t that interesting, and we just rinse them out and toss the empty bottles into the recycle bin.

Patron reverse glitter bottle

Some spirits, though, come in really interesting and decorative bottles. Patron is one of those spirits. Their bottles are hand-blown glass, and are a pretty fantastic shape. Add in the unique cork stopper, and you have something worthy of saving.

But what do you do with an empty Patron Bottle?

Some people collect prettier bottles and display them. However, it’s not really my aesthetic, and I left college a looooonnnnnggggg time ago. Patron is having an art contest, where you take an empty bottle (or more) and create something with it.  What could you do with an empty Patron bottle? Thinking…thinking…and then I hit on it.

I was going to glitter it. Reverse glitter, that is.

Yeah, that’s right. We’re doing the inside of the bottle.


And you knew it all along.

Reverse glittered Patron bottle

How to Reverse Glitter a Patron Bottle

Let’s talk about how to reverse glitter a Patron bottle. It’s an easy craft that doesn’t take much time, and it looks really cool.

Time: Approx. 15-20 minutes, plus drying time.

Materials

Empty Patron bottle. The folks at Patron sent me mine, but you could ask around at your local bars or Mexican restaurants.

Extra Fine Glitter. I used an emerald green color. You’ll use quite a bit. I used nearly half of a 2 oz. bottle.

Supplies

Polycrylic

Syringe

Scrap paper

Disposable drink cups

Damp paper towels

Directions for How to Reverse Glitter Your Bottle

Before we start the reverse glitter process, you’ll want to make sure your Patron bottle is clean and dry. If it had tequila in it, wash with soap and water and dry really well.

Mix up your polycrylic really well.  Pour some Polycrylic into your bottle. I find that the easiest way to do this is to use a syringe. It’s less messy and easy to control.

We’re using Polycrylic, because once it dries, your glitter isn’t going anywhere. You don’t have to worry about glitter shedding, or completely falling off your bottle.  This works for both a reverse glitter project or applying glitter on the outside.

Swirl the Polycrylic around until all interior surfaces are covered. Pour out excess into a plastic cup.

Set the patron bottle aside for a moment (20-30 seconds) to allow the excess Polycrylic to collect. Pour the excess out again. Clean up any drips with a damp paper towel.

Make a funnel from the scrap paper. Insert this into the neck of the bottle and pour your glitter in. Be generous.

Swirl the glitter around, making sure to cover all surfaces. If you need more glitter, add some.

Pour the excess glitter out into another plastic cup.

Pour it back into the Patron bottle, and swirl around for coverage again. Pour the excess glitter back into the cup.

Your Patron bottle should be covered really well with glitter on the inside. If there are bare or thin spots, repeat the step above again.

Once your bottle is as sparkly as you want, shake the excess glitter out. A couple little slaps and a tap on the side should be enough to get the excess glitter out.

Set on a shelf to dry completely. Depending on your weather, it may take a couple days.

Step back, and admire your work!

There you have it. This tutorial on how to reverse glitter a bottle could not be easier. 

Reverse glittlered Patron bottle on counter.

About the Patron Bottle Art Competition

Take an empty Patron bottle (or several. We’re not gonna judge ya on that!) and create a unique piece of artwork. The deadline to enter is July 17th.  Nine people will win $1000, and one grand prize winner will receive $10,000.  Whoa, right?!?! Get more details here.  21 & over only.

Will you be reverse glittering anything?

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About Greta Brinkley

Greta is originally from the West Coast. Now living in the Midwest, she loves hockey, sparkles, nail polish, and bright colors. She also cannot resist anything that has peanut butter and chocolate together. And she hates filling out bios. Yep.

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Hi! I’m Greta, a Lifestyle and DIY expert. I’m originally from the west coast, and currently living in the Midwest. We’re mad about DIY and travel, lover of fashion and food, and slightly obsessed with trivia. And you can never go wrong with glitter, nail polish or hockey. Did I mention we were named one of the top DIY blogs?

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