10+ Easy Acrylic Paint on Glass Ideas You’ll Want to Try

If you’ve ever looked at a plain glass jar or vase and thought, “This needs a pop of color,” you’re not alone. Painting on glass is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to personalize your space, gifts, or decor. 

Ready to try it out? Grab your Drawlish Acrylic Paints and Drawlish Paint Pens, available now at Drawlish.com, and take a look at  these 10 easy ideas that anyone can do from home!

1. Floral Wine Glasses

Add a touch of spring to your drinkware by painting delicate roses, daisies, or sunflowers around the rim of wine glasses. Use Drawlish Paint Pens for precise details and outline work, then fill in with Drawlish Acrylic Paints for vibrant blooms.

2. Custom Mason Jar Lanterns

Paint whimsical designs or mandalas on mason jars and place a tea light inside for an instant DIY lantern. The opaque coverage of Drawlish paints means your colors will glow beautifully when lit from within.

3. Stained Glass Window Decor

Create faux stained-glass panels using transparent paint techniques. Draw your outlines with black Drawlish Paint Pens, then fill in the color using thinned-down acrylics for that translucent effect.

4. Name-Stamped Drinking Glasses

Hosting a party or wedding? Personalize clear tumblers or cups with guests’ names or fun phrases. Drawlish Paint Pens are perfect for elegant cursive or playful lettering!

5. Painted Perfume Bottles

Up cycle old glass perfume bottles by adding a modern, artsy twist with abstract patterns. Metallic shades from the Drawlish paint set look especially striking on clear glass.

6. Holiday Window Art

No more foggy windows and sticky snowflake clings! Use Drawlish Acrylic Paints to create snowmen, wreaths, pumpkins, or hearts depending on the season. It’s a fun family activity and wipes off easily when you're ready for a change.

7. Glass Plant Pots

Give your houseplants the home they deserve by decorating glass containers with botanical illustrations, polka dots, or geometric designs. Drawlish Paint Pens are ideal for drawing thin stems or leaf veins.

8. Inspirational Quote Bottles

Write down your favorite quotes on empty glass bottles and use them as shelf decor or vases. Combine Drawlish Paint Pens for lettering with subtle background washes of acrylic color.

9. Painted Mirror Corners

Why not glam up your vanity mirror? Paint decorative corners like vines, butterflies, or stars using Drawlish Acrylic Paints. It adds charm without blocking your reflection.

10. Minimalist Abstract Glass Art

For a modern twist, use clear glass frames and paint simple brush strokes or shapes on them. Layer your art for a chic gallery-wall look. The smooth texture of Drawlish acrylics ensures clean, bold lines every time.

Pro Tips Before You Paint:

• Clean the glass surface with rubbing alcohol first to remove oils and dust.
  
• Use masking tape for clean lines and borders.
  
• Let each layer dry completely before adding another.
  
• Seal your design with a clear varnish if you want a long-lasting finish.
  

Why Use Drawlish Acrylic Paints and Paint Pens?

Our paints are specially formulated for smooth application on slick surfaces like glass. They’re vivid, durable, and easy to control, perfect for DIYers, crafters, and pros alike. Whether you're outlining with our Paint Pens or layering color with our rich Acrylic Paints, Drawlish makes creativity effortless.