How to Etch Glass the easy way (Glass etching cream). In this video tutorial, learn how to etch glass by using glass etching cream and etching vinyl. Cut out lovely stencil designs with a vinyl cutter. In just a few simple quick steps you can create personalised etched designs on items such as wine glasses, glass jars, champaign glasses, whiskey glasses, mirrors and more. Etching cream that is applied to a surface removes the shine from the glass / mirror leaving a rough frosted effect, it looks