Rhinestone applicators - Hot fix or glue down?
#1
I have a quilting project that one of my granddaughters would like to have rhinestones affixed to. I have no experience with these but with 7 granddaughters I think it would get a good work out. Would appreciate any feedback on the different brands or referral to any reviews of products that you are familiar with. I did google but came up with no reviews. My biggest concern is to get one that when washed the rhinestones don't fall off. Thanks, Ann in TN
#4
I've just used my hot fix one time, haven't washed yet but most any adhesive should have minimal heat , I think warm wash/dry would be fine. I agree it's so much neater to use, the crystals cost more tho.
#5
I use the hot fix on several pairs of jeans that I embroidered on and they work great. The jeans have been washed, and washed, and washed. I don't think I have lost a one of them. And, I also put in the dryer and have not had a problem there either.
#8
The hot fix works and is easy, I got mine at Hobby Lobby. But if you want to do it by hand Allenes Jewel It Glue is the best. I got it at JoAnn's. Has lasted through many, many washings and drying in the dryer.
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i added some hot-fix crystals to my granddaughter's (Ashley's Ocean) quilt- they have lived through a few washing/drying's in the 3 years she has had the quilt- and added just the right amount of (bling!)
Thread Art catalog is one source
i purchased my tool- and the crystals at the lqs.
Thread Art catalog is one source
i purchased my tool- and the crystals at the lqs.
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