| Engraving is a process of etching the design into | | | | large to dip, you can pour the wax over the |
| an object just like a wood, glass or even a metal. | | | | section that will be engraved. It will protect the still |
| Engraving metal is frequently used in personalizing | | | | and also help contain the acid. |
| gifts with the special message with the custom | | | | Step 3 |
| design. Engraving can be done with the high priced | | | | Then you need to lay the wax that is covered |
| tools, or it can simply be done for a low cost at | | | | steel on a sheet pan. Allow the wax to harden to |
| your home. A metal engraving only takes a few | | | | the originally consistency. It will take a few hours. |
| supplies purchased form a local craft or even | | | | Step 4 |
| hardware store. | | | | After that you can engrave your message with |
| Step 1 | | | | the tip of your nail. Your message will be written |
| The first thing that you have to do is that you | | | | in the wax, and the tip should be scratching the |
| need to melt the wax in the sauce pan. Then stir | | | | surface of the steel. |
| in ever few minutes until it has a smooth | | | | Step 5 |
| consistency. Or you can melt the wax in the | | | | And the last thing is that you have to put on the |
| microwaveable container on the high for 30 | | | | safety goggles in order to protect your eyes |
| seconds. Stir the wax then continue to | | | | from the acid. Then, squeeze the acid over the |
| microwave in 30 second increments until the wax | | | | wax, covering the engraved area. Allow the acid |
| is getting smooth. | | | | to sit on the wax for about 15 to 20 minutes. |
| Step 2 | | | | After that you should use a wooden craft stick in |
| You can dip the steel in a melted wax. If it is too | | | | removing the wax. |