How to glue rhinestones on clothes?

If you want to transform your clothes, the rhinestones will help you most effectively. Brilliant stones perfectly fit the
for a wide variety of decor, and the design process is simple and convenient. You can do it yourself at home, and as a result your things will become bright and exclusive. Have you already caught this idea? Then the important information on how to glue rhinestones on clothes, will certainly come in handy!

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Types of strasses

It is best to begin with acquaintance with the existing types of these beautiful stones. And classify them this way.

According to the principle of applying to the fabric:

• Adhesive. This type of beads is fastened with glue, which is designed specifically for rhinestones, and buy it better in a specialized store. The choice of glue depends on the material. For decoration of fabrics, the most optimal use is Rest.

Important! Do not experiment with other types of glue. It will be insulting, if after a painstaking work, the stones simply fall off their clothes.

• Thermostats. On the basis of this stone is already applied a layer of glue, which under the influence of high temperature melts and joins the surface. Next, we will describe in more detail how to glue rhinestones on clothes with iron.
• Sewing. This type of beads is fastened to the clothes with the help of thread and needle, that is sewn. Rhinestones can be flat-bottomed and have small holes for sewing on the sides. Another variation of this type: stones in the heads, that is, in metal holders. In this case, the holes are located on the zapa.

Important! Stones in zapah have a jewel-cut and a tapered bottom. Since the number of faces in such strasses is greater, their external appearance resembles real gems.

• Jewelry. Beads with a trapezoid base. These rhinestones are used to make jewelry, but for clothing they can be used if you make a hole in the base of the stone.

Important! There are also pseudostrasis. They can be attributed various elements of jewelry: buttons, pendants, etc. This decor can be sewn to the clothes or stick on it.

Material of construction:

• Crystal. The world-famous stones of this kind are products of the Swarovski brand. Crystal crystals are the most expensive.
• Glass. Representatives of this type of stones are such manufacturers: DMC, Pellosa. At a price, these stones occupy an average position.
• Acrylic or plastic. The cheapest option is strass.

Shade

Well, another classification of strass is their color performance. Depending on the color, there are:

• Colorless rhinestones. Such stones have the color and luster of natural crystals.
• Multicolored. There are a wide variety of colors and shades.
• Rhinestones with effects. Such stones are denoted by the letters AB.These stones are distinguished by a delightful rainbow overflow in the sun.

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Choose the strasses

We need to know not only how to glue rhinestones on clothes, it is important to understand how to properly choose their choice. So, pay attention to these nuances:

• Color. Shiny stones can be combined in a shade with clothes, or - on the contrary, make a bright contrast with it. Very beautiful look rhinestones with overflow, a spectacular reflection will make your clothes luxurious. The crystals can have a glossy surface or a matte surface.

Important! Picking a shade of stones, it's best to take clothes with you to attach them to the fabric. Especially if the drawing consists of several colors.

• Size rhinestone. If you select this option, you should search for the "golden mean".Since the small stones will merge with each other, and if their shade matches the color of the clothes, then, in general, with the cloth. As a result, instead of a beautiful ornament, a brilliant, shapeless spot will turn out. But do not give preference to large strasses. The larger the size of the stones, the more coarse and tasteless the decor will look.

Important! The most optimal size of rhinestones, which are recommended for use by experienced craftsmen, are ss16 and ss20.But small and large crystals are ideal for complementing the ornament.

• Number of stones. The required number of rhinestones depends on the volume of the decoration, they can only be calculated approximately, taking into account all the shades and colors used.

Important! Be sure to buy rhinestones with a margin of at least 10 beads. Thus, you will definitely have enough for decorating clothes, and they will remain in reserve, if suddenly any pastes are peeled off.

• Type rhinestone. Above we described the existing types of stones, and now you have to choose in favor of the most suitable or even several.

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Ways of gluing

How to glue rhinestones on clothes? Depending on the type of rhinestones that you use for decoration, the process of pasting itself depends.

Baseline considerations

Before considering each of the options, let's designate a number of general operating principles:

• The fabric should be clean and ironed.
• Places where rhinestones will be fastened, it is best to degrease.
• Strass must be applied on stretched clothing. Especially good in this case will be useful hoop, with the help of which the fabric is perfectly fixed and stretched in the required place.
• Determine the location of the decor.
• Label the pattern on the clothing. This can be done with a pencil or chalk.
• The work process requires you to be extremely accurate and attentive.

Important! If you first decided to decorate your clothes with rhinestones, then we advise you to practice first on a small piece of cloth.

So, let's move on to how to glue rhinestones on clothes.

Decor from adhesive crystals

This kind of stones already has an adhesive layer, which in an excellent way simplifies the work. To decorate clothes with thermo-stems, you need to arm yourself with an iron that can glue them to the fabric. Due to the simplicity and convenience of the process, this kind of crystals is very popular.

Let's look at how to glue the rhinestones on clothes with an iron, in order:

• Place a piece of paper or foil under the garment to which you will paste the rhinestones: so the glue will not fall further.
• Set the temperature on the iron - enough will be the average.

Important! After the iron has warmed up, check that the chosen temperature is suitable for the type of fabric and rhinestones.

• Place the desired pattern or pattern from the stones with the underside of the clothes, and then cover with a light cloth.
• Apply it to the iron, press and hold for about 2-3 minutes. During this time, the glutinous base will melt and the crystals will stick to the clothes, but the large elements will require slightly more heat treatment.

Important! Do not put pressure on the iron unnecessarily, so as not to crush fragile crystals.

• Push the iron aside and let the clothes cool.

Your beauty is ready!

To further facilitate the process, manufacturers produce entire applications of thermostrases. They can be bought in the store, moreover, the ornament can be the most diverse in form, size and appearance.

How to glue rhinestones on clothes with iron in the form of applique? It's simple:

1. The chosen decoration is applied to the clothes.
2. We put a piece of material over the application.
3. Warm the iron for at least 30 seconds.
4. We are waiting for the rhinestones and clothes to cool down.
5. Remove the film from the applique.

Or by the following method: the iron treatment starts from the wrong side and lasts about five minutes, then turn out the clothes and warm up for another 30 seconds.

Important! The optimum temperature for heat treatment should not be below 170 degrees, and the steam function must be turned off.

Heat-shrink applicator

applicator

If your clothes are made of leather, velvet or suede, then you can not use an iron to treat thermal inclusions. To do this, use a special device that resembles a soldering iron. It is called an applicator and has several special nozzles for rhinestones of different sizes.

Principle of operation of the device in point heating. How to glue rhinestones on clothes using an applicator?

1. Install a nozzle corresponding to the size of the stones.
2. Place the rhinestones according to the pattern of the ornament.
3. Apply the applicator to each crystal and hold until the adhesive adheres to the material.

We attach crystals with glue

For this method you need special glue for rhinestones. To buy it is not difficult - it is sold in various cloth stores. The glue can be whitish or be completely transparent. Most often, the tube is equipped with a convenient nozzle for point application of the substance.

How to glue rhinestones on clothes with glue? The sequence is as follows:

• Apply accurate drops of glue to the pattern drawing.

Important! To determine the required amount of glue, it is better to practice on a piece of tissue. And if you have a pattern of rhinestones of different sizes, then for each of them you need to outline the size of the drops of glue.

• A crystal is placed on each drop. It is most convenient to grasp the crystals with tweezers, and the miniature details with a toothpick. But the pincushion of fingers is not the best option, as it is most likely not possible to place the crystals strictly in their places.
• With the help of a finger pad, gently press down each stone from under which the adhesive should lightly exit.
• After you have laid out the entire pattern with rhinestones, leave the clothes so that all the elements dry up, - best for a day.

Important! Experienced masters do not apply clothing to glue, but the basis of each rhinestone, but this requires skill and skill, so it is better for beginners to use the standard method.

Adhesive with adhesive tape

Another quick and very convenient method is how to glue rhinestones on clothes.

Important! This option is especially justified if a volumetric pattern is planned using a large number of rhinestones. For example, to decorate a gymnastic swimsuit or a ball dress.

You need to act like this:

• The pattern is applied to the film, and the crystals are laid out on its contour directly onto the adhesive side of the film.

Important! The rhinestones are placed with a shiny edge to the adhesive surface. The picture looks like it's upside down.

• The reverse part of the laid out stones is covered with glue, we put it to the clothes.
• After drying, carefully remove the film, and your fabric remains on the fabric.

Important! We advise you to lightly shake your clothes to check if all the parts are securely attached. If any beads fall off, glue them to the necessary crystals by hand.

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We decorate jeans with shiny stones

And I would like to elaborate more on how to paste rhinestones on jeans. This garment is one of the most important in the wardrobe of every lovely lady. And not in a single copy and style.

So, here is our master class.

Materials for work

To make stylish and bright pants, you will need:

• Any jeans from your wardrobe. Ironing board and iron.
• Thermostats.
• Tweezers.

Let's proceed:

• Preparatory stage. Pants should be washed without adding a rinse aid for clothes. Then, clean and dried jeans pat, as the crystals need to be glued to an even material.
• Creative stage. Lay out the trousers on the board and proceed to decorating with crystals. The picture can be anything - just like its location: back pockets, side lines of trousers, lower parts of the pants or the front part from the waist to the knees, and maybe several at once.

Important! Ideas for decoration are boundless quantity: graceful chaos of crystals, beautiful drawing, ornate pattern, etc. You can even put out your brilliant name with shiny rhinestones or depict a mysterious hieroglyph. In general, everything depends only on your rich imagination and creativity.

• Technological stage or process of direct gluing of crystals. Heat the iron to 170 degrees - this is the temperature between cotton modes and wool. On some models of irons the degree of heating is determined by the points, then set the regulator to two points. Be sure to turn off the steam function. Heated the device on a rhinestone, covered with a light cloth, and leave for a while. Repeat all steps on each stretch of trousers where there are stones.

Your shiny new thing is ready! Believe this stylish and individual design will make jeans incredibly exclusive.

Now you know how to glue rhinestones on clothes, and probably noticed that this creative process is not too complicated, but rather - convenient and simple. The main thing is attentiveness and accuracy. Try to start small, and you yourself will not notice how you can decorate your clothes with beautiful drawings and patterns, and shine in them.