Elegant Ornaments from Scanner Mirrors

Step 2 Cut and smooth the glass

You could probably work without the square, but it makes it sooo much nicer...A block of wood would also work.

Use one hand to pull the mirror against the square, and position it somewhere that looks like it ought to be cut, don't try to measure, it's art. Position the glass cutter on one side of the mirror, press down HARD, and drag it across to the other side. You should hear a slight crunching sound as the cutter grinds a thin line in the surface, and you should see a visible line. If you don't make it all the way across, be very careful to line it up exactly when you try again to get a clean break.

Place the mirror along the edge of your table/desk/workbench so that the scored line is lined up with the edge. Hold the overhanging edge, and push down firmly. The glass should pop off cleanly, and you get to feel proud of yourself for having conquered the Dark Forces of Crystalline Silica.

There are now sharp edges where you cut it. Sand those off, being careful to not jam the sharp edge into the sandpaper and gouge it. I decided to wear my Super Strength Rubber Gloves for this bit, which protects me from sharp edges and gives a better grip.