Etching: when you take a small thin sharp object (like a toothpick) to carve tiny lines in your base to create a design

ETCHING

Etching is the last step in creating your Slab cup. You would usually complete this step after finishing your High and Low Relief. You would take a sharp object and add your finishing details to your cup. Etching is very important because without it you wouldn't have certain key features that couldn't be made small enough with reliefs and they will make your cup unique.