How to glue rhinestones on clothes?

If you want to transform your clothes, rhinestones will help to cope with this most effectively. Shiny stones fit perfectly
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 started this idea? Then important information on how to glue rhinestones on clothes will certainly come in handy!

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Types of Rhinestones

Still, it's best to start by exploring the existing types of these beautiful stones. And they are classified in this way.

By the principle of applying to fabric:

• Glue. This type of beads is attached with glue, which is designed specifically for rhinestones, and it is better to purchase it in a specialized store. The choice of glue also depends on the material. To decorate fabrics, it is most optimal to use Rest glue.

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

• Thermostrases. A glue layer has already been deposited on the basis of such a stone, which melts and adheres to the surface under the influence of high temperature. Next, we will describe in more detail how to glue rhinestones on clothes with an iron.
• Sewn. This type of beads is attached to clothes with threads and needles, that is, it is sewn. Rhinestones can be flat bottom and have small holes for sewing on the sides. Another variation of this type: stones in the studs, that is, in metal holders. In this case, the holes are located on the pin.

Important! The stones in the studs have a jewelry cut and a conical bottom. Since the number of faces of such rhinestones is greater, their appearance resembles real gems.

• Jewelry. Trapezoidal beads. These rhinestones are used to make jewelry, but they can also be used for clothes if you make a hole in the base of the stone.

Important! There are also pseudostrases. These include various elements of jewelry: buttons, pendants, etc. This decor can be sewn to clothes or glued to it.

Production Material:

• Crystal. Swarovski brand products are world famous stones of this type. Crystal rhinestones 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 rhinestone.

Hue

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

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

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Choose rhinestones

It is necessary not only to know how to glue rhinestones on clothes, it is important to understand how to properly approach their choice. So, you should pay attention to such nuances:

• Color. Shiny stones can be combined in shade with clothes, or on the contrary, make a vivid contrast with it. Rhinestones with overflow look very beautiful, a spectacular reflection will make your clothes luxurious. Crystals can have a glossy surface or matte.

Important! Choosing a shade of stones, it is best to take clothes with you to attach them to the fabric.Especially if the picture consists of several colors.

• Size of rhinestones. When choosing this option, you need to look for the “golden mean”. Since small stones will merge with each other, and if their shade matches the color of the clothes, then in general with the fabric. As a result, instead of a beautiful ornament, a shiny shapeless spot will turn out. But you should not give preference to large crystals. The larger the size of the stones, the more rude and tasteless the decor will look.

Important! The most optimal size of rhinestones, which are recommended to be used by experienced craftswomen for decoration, is ss16 and ss20. But small and large crystals are ideal to complement the ornament.

• The number of stones. The required number of rhinestones depends on the amount of decoration, they can be calculated only 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, they will definitely be enough for you to decorate your clothes, and they will still be left in reserve if suddenly any rhinestones come off.

• Type of rhinestone. We described the existing types of stones above, and now you just have to make a choice in favor of the most suitable or even several.

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Bonding Methods

How to glue rhinestones on clothes? The process of pasting depends on the type of rhinestone that you use for decoration.

Basic considerations

Before considering each of the options, we outline a number of general principles of work:

• The fabric should be clean and ironed.
• The places where rhinestones will be attached are best degreased.
• Apply rhinestones to stretched clothing. The hoop is especially useful in this matter, with the help of which the fabric is perfectly fixed and stretched in the desired place.
• Determine the location of the decor.
• Label the pattern on the garment. This can be done with a pencil or chalk.
• The process of work requires you to be extremely careful and attentive.

Important! If you first decided to decorate your clothes with rhinestones with your own hands, then we recommend that you practice first on a small piece of fabric.

So, we turn to methods of gluing rhinestones on clothes.

Decor from adhesive rhinestones

This type of stones already has an adhesive layer, which perfectly simplifies the work. To decorate clothes with thermostrases, you need to arm yourself with an iron, which can stick them to the fabric. Due to the simplicity and convenience of the process, this type of crystal is very popular.

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

• Under a piece of clothing to which you will glue rhinestones, put a sheet of paper or foil: so the glue does not get further.
• Set the temperature mode on the iron - an average value will be enough.

Important! After the iron has warmed up, make sure that the selected temperature is suitable for the type of fabric and rhinestone.

• Lay out the desired pattern or pattern from the stones with the bottom side on the clothes, and then cover with a light cloth.
• We put an iron on it, press and hold for about 2-3 minutes. During this time, the glue base will melt and the crystals will stick to the clothes, but large elements will require a little more heat treatment.

Important! Do not press on the iron too much so as not to crush the fragile rhinestones.

• Move the iron to the side and let the clothes cool.

Your beauty is ready!

To make the process even easier, manufacturers produce whole applications from thermostrases. They can be bought at the store, and the ornament can be the most diverse in shape, size and appearance.

How to glue rhinestones on clothes with an iron in the form of an application? Everything is simple:

1. The selected decoration is applied to the clothes.
2. On top of the application we put a piece of matter.
3. Warm up with an iron for at least 30 seconds.
4. We are waiting for the rhinestones and clothes to cool.
5. We remove the film from the application.

Or the following method: start the ironing from the inside out and continue for about five minutes, then unscrew the clothes and warm for another 30 seconds.

Important! The optimum temperature for heat treatment should not be lower than 170 degrees, and be sure to turn off the steam function.

Glue thermostrase applicator

If your clothes are made of leather, velvet or suede, then you cannot use the iron for processing thermostrases. To do this, use a special device that resembles a soldering iron. It is called an applicator and comes with several special nozzles for rhinestones of different sizes.

The principle of operation of the device in spot heating. How to glue rhinestones on clothes with an applicator?

1. Install a nozzle on the device that matches 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 glue has set with the material.

We fix rhinestones with glue

For this method, you need a special glue for crystals. Buying it is not difficult - it is sold in various fabric stores. The glue may be whitish or completely transparent. Most often, the tube is equipped with a convenient nozzle for spotting the substance.

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

• Apply neat drops of glue to the pattern.

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

• A crystal is placed on each drop. It is most convenient to capture crystals with tweezers, and miniature parts with a toothpick. But the fingertip is not the best option, since most likely it will not work to place the crystals strictly in their places.
• Using a fingertip, gently press down each stone, from which glue should slightly come out.
• After you lay out the whole pattern with rhinestones, leave the clothes so that all the elements dry out - best for a day.

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

Sticking with tape

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

Important! This option is especially justified if you plan a three-dimensional pattern using a large number of crystals. For example, to decorate a gymnastic leotard or ball gown.

You need to act like this:

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

Important! Rhinestones are placed with a shiny face to the adhesive surface. The drawing is obtained as if upside down.

• The back of the laid stones is covered with glue, applied to clothes.
• After drying, carefully remove the film, and your shiny pattern remains on the fabric.

Important! We advise you to slightly shake the clothes to check whether all the parts are firmly adhered. If any beads fall off, glue the right crystals in their place manually.

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We decorate jeans with shiny stones

And I would like to dwell in more detail on how to glue rhinestones on jeans. This piece of clothing is one of the main items in the wardrobe of every lovely lady. And not in a single copy and style.

So, here is our workshop.

Materials for work

To make stylish and bright pants, you will need:

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

Getting started:

• Preparatory stage. Pants should be washed without adding rinse aid for clothing. Then, clean and dried jeans, as the crystals need to be glued to a flat cloth.
• Creative stage. Lay out the trousers on the board and start decorating with crystals. The pattern can be anything - just like the location: the back pockets, the side rows of trousers, the lower parts of the legs or the front part from the waist to the knees, and possibly several at once.

Important! There are unlimited ideas for decorating: graceful chaos of crystals, beautiful drawing, ornate pattern, etc.You can even lay out your name with shiny rhinestones or depict a mysterious hieroglyph. In general, it all depends on your rich imagination and creativity.

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

Your brilliant do-it-yourself new thing is ready! Believe me, such a stylish and individual design will make jeans incredibly exclusive.

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Now you know how to glue rhinestones on clothes, and you 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 clothes with beautiful patterns and patterns, and shine in them.