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As I was thinking about what tools to focus on next it took me a moment to realize how important having the right adhesive is. As with any tool having the right ones make our projects a success.
When I placed all the adhesives out for pictures, I was a little surprised at how many there actually are. Let's start with the basic options for putting our layers together. Please bear in mind I can only speak to how I use these adhesives and why.
- Stampin' Seal
- Ideal for adhering cardstock layers and Designer Series Paper layers. Firm adhesion, with some possibility of removing and repositioning if done carefully within minutes of applying.
- Easy to apply with dispenser. Refills sold separately.
- Stampin' Seal +
- Heavier weight than Stampin' Seal. Extra strong adhesion.
- Great for adhering embossed layers.
- Easy to apply with dispenser. Refills sold separately.
- Tear & Tape Adhesive
- Super strong adhesive.
- Great for boxes, bags, and any layers or add-ons that may be handled.
- Great for adhering embossed layers.
- Apply sticky side to layer, then peel off protective paper and adhere to other piece. Repositioning after adhesion difficult at best.
- Great for attaching strips of cloth ribbon to projects.
- Multipurpose Liquid Glue
- Great for almost all applications.
- Allows for immediate movement of layers to position where you want it.
- Dries tacky. Does not stiffen or crack.
- Small tip allows for very thin lines or small dabs.
- Large end with tapered tip works well for applying lines of adhesive.
- Mini Glue Dots
- My go to for applying to back of bows for adhering to card.
- Great for adhering small die cuts such as little leaves or flowers.
- Perfect for adhering loose sequins and gems.
- Adhesive Sheets
- Ideal for applying to cardstock or Designer Series Paper prior to die cutting when using detailed dies or alphabet dies.
- Ideal for applying to cardstock or Designer Series Paper prior to die cutting small pieces, or pieces with thin lined areas.
- Sheets come in 6 x 12 pieces, scored every 2" lengthwise, making it easy to cut small pieces, and easy to peel backing off large piece one strip at a time.
- Very thin adhesive so dies still easily cut through all layers.
- Peel backing off die cut pieces to adhere.
I hope these tips give you a good reference of what works well for specific applications.
We all have our favorites, and this is simply meant to be an overview of how they can be used.
As I mentioned at the beginning of this post, there are quite a few adhesive options, so I decided to split it into two posts. The next post will be on the foam adhesives.
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Beverly J
I have all of your recommended adhesives! This is great advice!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Nicole! I appreciate the feedback.
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