Making etching cream heart candle holder By ShareHows 1 Min Read 9 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Email Share on Whatsapp Cut the desired shape on the sheet and prepare it. Put it on the glass thoroughly. Apply etching cream. ※ What is etching? Craft techniques to corrode materials Etch cream can be reused Let stand for 5 to 15 minutes and wash in running water. Etching cream can corrode even in a short period of time!