How to Tie Dye Neon Outfits for a Glow Party
Tulip Glow Tie Dye and Neon Tie Dye fluoresce under blacklight, so your neon outfits can shine with shockingly bright color. Check out this vibrant party idea from Beijos Events and get inspired to throw your own glow...
Aleene's Favorites: Burnt Brown Paper Bag Technique with Tacky Glue
Celebrate 75 years of Tacky Glue and learn how to turn plain brown paper bags into burnished metallic décor!
How to Design Custom Cowboy Boots with Tulip Fabric Markers
This simple tutorial will show you how to use Tulip Fabric Paint Markers to design a pair of custom cowboy boots!
13 Easy Cottagecore Décor DIYs with Aleene’s
Discover the charm of the cottagecore aesthetic with Aleene's! Whether you're creating unique cottagecore style outfits or whimsical DIY cottagecore décor, Aleene's has the perfect adhesive for every project.
DIY Enchanted Garden Idea: Spray Painted Mushroom Table Set
Looking for an easy DIY that will give your backyard or patio space a fun and whimsical vibe? Create your own enchanted garden furniture with COLORSHOT! Check out this tutorial and learn how to make a colorful mushroom table set with COLORSHOT Premium Spray Paint. It’s easy to turn plain garden furniture into a playful fungi fantasy with our vibrant spray paint colors! What you need: COLORSHOT Premium Spray Paint(This project uses Stiletto) COLORSHOT White Primer COLORSHOT Clear Sealer Gloss Wood garden furniture Painter’s tape Vinyl decals Craft knife Sandpaper Drop cloth or protective surface coverPrepare the garden furniture Before you make your DIY mushroom table set, lightly sand surfaces to be painted and ensure your garden furniture is clean, dry, and free of dust or debris. Place the furniture onto a drop cloth or other protective surface cover to protect from overspray. Be sure to work in a well-ventilated area. Cover table legs with painter’s tape to protect from overspray Prepare your mushroom table for painting by covering the legs with painter’s tape to protect them from overspray. Alternately, you can remove the table’s legs entirely— just remember to set aside any hardware for reassembly later! Add vinyl decals to tabletop Add circle-shaped vinyl decals to the tabletop, pressing firmly to ensure they’re properly adhered to the surface. Use a variety of sizes to give your mushroom table its iconic spots! Apply COLORSHOT spray paint in Stiletto to tabletop We’re using COLORSHOT in Stiletto to give this mushroom table its bold red color, just like a fly agaric mushroom! Shake the can well for at least 1 minute, then apply spray paint in smooth, even strokes. Allow the paint to dry for a few minutes before applying additional coats of spray paint for desired coverage. Add a vinyl decal with circle cutouts to each chair seat We love the colorful chairs in this garden furniture set, so instead of painting over them entirely, we’re giving them matching mushroom spots! Disassemble the chairs and apply a vinyl decal with circle-shaped cutouts to each seat. Cover the seat edges with painter’s tape Use painter’s tape to cover the outer edges of each seat. This will protect the sides from any overspray. Apply COLORSHOT White Primer and Clear Sealer Gloss to the chair seats We’re using COLORSHOT White Primer to paint the mushroom spots on this garden furniture. Shake the can well, then apply spray paint in smooth, even strokes. Allow the paint to dry for a few minutes before applying additional coats of spray paint, then seal with COLORSHOT Clear Sealer Gloss. Remove painter’s tape and vinyl decals Once the paint has dried completely, carefully remove all the painter’s tape and vinyl decals from your mushroom table and chairs. A small craft knife is useful for peeling off the vinyl. DIY Spray Painted Mushroom Table Set Reassemble the chairs, then your mushroom table set is ready to use! COLORSHOT’s premium-quality formula makes this painted garden furniture durable enough to display outdoors. Create your own enchanted garden with whimsical DIY mushroom furniture!Will you be making your own enchanted garden furniture with COLORSHOT? Show us your take on this mushroom table set and tag us on social media @mycolorshot!
How to Personalize Your Luggage with Spray Paint
If you want to travel more in the upcoming year, you’ll need some luggage that’s just as stylish as you are! Learn how to make your own personalized luggage with COLORSHOT Premium Spray Paint. This simple project is a great way to transform your existing suitcases with your favorite color palette. You’ll never miss your luggage at baggage claim thanks to this vibrant DIY! What you need: COLORSHOT Premium Spray Paints (This project uses Orange Slice, Summer Pedicure, Farmer’s Daughter, and Island Girl) Gold gilding wax Disposable gloves Painter’s tape Drop cloth or protective surface cover Step 1 - Prepare the luggage Choose which colors you’d like to use for this personalized luggage project and make sure your suitcase is clean, dry, and free of dust or debris. Work in a well-ventilated area and place the luggage on a drop cloth or other protective surface cover to protect from overspray. Step 2 - Cover wheels, handle, and locks with painter’s tape Use painter’s tape to cover areas of the luggage you don’t want painted, such as the wheels, handle, and locks. Step 3 - Apply spray paint to the suitcase For this personalized luggage project, we’re creating an ombré design with a bright palette that reminds us of a tropical vacation. We’re starting with Orange Slice, a sweet orange shade. Shake the can for at least one minute before applying. Hold the can 6"-10" from the surface and spray paint your suitcase in smooth, even strokes. Step 4 - Apply the next color of spray paint Apply the next color of spray paint to your personalized luggage, slightly overlapping the first to create a subtle gradient. We’re using Summer Pedicure, a coral color that complements the orange very nicely! Don’t worry if the paint gets on the bottom section the suitcase— you’ll cover any overspray with the next colors. Step 5 - Add metallic accents with gold gilding Continue to apply spray paint to your personalized luggage, slightly overlapping each color. We finished our tropical ombré design with Farmer’s Daughter and Island Girl! Allow the paint to dry to the touch before proceeding. Step 6 - Apply gilding wax Add metallic accents to your personalized luggage with gold gilding wax! Be sure to wear gloves during application to avoid staining your hands. Remove the painter’s tape and allow your custom painted luggage to dry completely. Step 7 Reveal! Once the paint has dried completely, your personalized luggage is ready to use. Create a matching set by repeating this process and get ready for your next adventure! How will you use COLORSHOT for a personalized luggage makeover? Share your DIYs with us on social media @mycolorshot!
Three Easy Tempera Paint Techniques for Kids
Let your little ones explore their creative side with Tulip Tempera Paints! Check out this tutorial from Craft Box Girls for 3 kid-friendly tempera paint techniques with Tulip Tempera Paint Pouches!
How to Dye Fabric: Best Products, Tips & Tricks
Learn how to dye fabric with Tulip! This guide will show you everything you need to know about dyeing fabric and the best Tulip products to use for your project!
Budget-Friendly DIY Holiday Decoration Ideas that Make a Statement
Make your own festive holiday décor on a budget with Aleene’s! It’s easy to transform simple materials into stunning DIY holiday decorations when you’re working with Aleene’s wide variety of craft adhesives. Head to your local dollar store for affordable craft supplies, then get ready to brighten your home with unique homemade wreaths, garlands, ornaments, and more. Check out our list of inexpensive DIY holiday decoration ideas and get ready to bring the spirit of the season into your home! 1. DIY winter pom pom wreath with Tacky GlueBring that fuzzy feeling to your DIY holiday decorations with a pom pom wreath! Creating your own winter pom pom wreath is easy— just use Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue to secure fluffy handmade pom poms and other mini holiday embellishments to a foam wreath ring. This easy holiday décor idea uses winter whites and neutral tones to capture the charm of the season, but can be customized with any color palette to match your home’s aesthetic. It’s the perfect budget-friendly way to add a cozy, festive touch to mantels, walls, and décor! 2. Easy DIY paper wreath with Tacky Glue Looking for a creative way to celebrate the season and showcase your love for classic holiday tales? Customize your DIY holiday decorations with Aleene’s! This festive project uses Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue and pages from a holiday-themed book to make a unique paper wreath. Try making this budget-friendly holiday décor idea to bring personality and a sophisticated literary touch into any space! 3. Personalized flannel wreath with Super Fabric Adhesive Welcome the spirit of the holidays with a personalized wreath! This holiday décor idea uses budget-friendly materials such as an embroidery hoop, faux greenery, and upcycled fabric with Aleene’s Super Fabric Adhesive and Tacky Spray to create a cozy, custom wreath. The plaid flannel background paired with a touch of winter foliage brings a warm, rustic vibe that complements all kinds of DIY holiday decorations. Hang your handmade wreath on the front door to invite holiday cheer into your home! 4. Colorful paper Christmas garland with Tacky GlueAdd a playful pop of color to your holiday décor with a simple paper ornament garland! This DIY holiday decoration idea uses colorful cardstock with Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue to bring a fun and festive vibe into any space. It’s the perfect budget-friendly way to bring holiday cheer to your classroom or office space for the season! Assembling this holiday garland is quick and easy, making it an ideal project for crafters of all experience levels! 5. Simple DIY felt garland with Tacky Glue Spruce up your space for the holiday season with this budget-friendly holiday décor idea! Create your own garland greenery with just a few inexpensive materials: felt, twine, and Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue! This handmade garland uses soft felt to create a cozy yet festive atmosphere. Whether you’re adorning mantels, tables, or entryways with DIY holiday decorations, you can’t go wrong with this simple yet stunning display! 6. DIY glitter ornaments 3 ways with Clear Gel Tacky Glue Make your Christmas sparkle with DIY holiday decorations! These handmade glitter ornaments are the perfect craft to make you feel the magic of the season. This holiday décor idea offers 3 ways to make your ornaments shimmer and shine with Aleene's Clear Gel Tacky Glue: solid color glitter, glitter ombre, and glitter swirls. Try all three techniques and decorate the super sparkly Christmas tree of your dreams—while still being budget-friendly! 7. Easy DIY Christmas ornament ideas with Tacky Glue Creating unique and budget-friendly Christmas tree ornaments is easy when you’re working with Aleene’s! From cinnamon stick stars to snowman tea lights and burlap bows, the creative possibilities are endless with Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue. These DIY holiday decorations add a personal, handcrafted touch to your tree and can be cherished for years to come, so embrace the joy of crafting this season with simple and affordable handmade holiday décor! 8. Cinnamon dough ornaments with Tacky Glue Share the holiday crafting experience with your loved ones and make a batch of cinnamon dough ornaments with Tacky Glue! This budget-friendly holiday décor idea comes together with just a few staple ingredients: cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, applesauce, water, and Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue. Roll out the dough and use your favorite holiday cookie cutters, bake, and decorate your scented ornaments with colorful Puff Paints. The joy in creating DIY holiday decorations comes from creating something personal and quality time spent together! 9. DIY Christmas tree ornament with Decoupage Glue Here’s another budget-friendly ornament idea to try with Aleene’s! Transform plain cardboard with festive holiday shapes, colorful tissue paper, and Aleene’s Premium Decoupage Glue. This DIY holiday decoration uses various shades of green to create a cheerful evergreen tree, but you can get creative with your color palette to make a totally one-of-a-kind piece! Bring the cheer and charm of homemade holiday décor to your home with your own decoupage ornament! 10. Christmas countdown village with Tacky Glue and True Snow Create an enchanting holiday display with a Christmas countdown village! Perfect for budget-friendly crafting, this holiday décor uses simple, inexpensive materials such as cardboard and paint with Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue and True Snow for a frosty winter scene. Each house in this village is customized with seasonal designs and numbers so you can count down to Christmas in style. For extra festive fun, try placing mini gifts— such as candy or a small toy— in each house and enjoy the entire holiday season! 11. DIY snow globes with Clear Gel Tacky Glue Add some winter magic to your DIY holiday decorations with custom snow globes! This budget-friendly holiday décor idea uses Aleene’s Clear Gel Tacky Glue with easily accessible materials like mini pom poms, faux winter foliage, glitter, stickers, and cotton to create a snowy winter scene. These custom snow globes can be displayed all season long and make a great gift, too! 12. DIY holiday hand towel with Fabric Fusion It’s the little things that make the holiday season so joyful— like this DIY holiday decoration! Creating your own custom holiday hand towels is easy with Aleene’s Fabric Fusion. Sparkling accents and cozy textured trims can totally transform a plain towel into a festive accent piece! This budget-friendly holiday décor idea is a great way to add an extra cheerful touch to kitchens, bathrooms, and more. 13. Minimalist paper Christmas tree décor with Clear Gel Tacky Glue If you’re a fan of more minimalist holiday décor, try making your own paper Christmas trees with Aleene’s! Easy and inexpensive to make, these DIY holiday decorations are ideal for adding festive flair to your home without breaking the bank. With just a few sheets of cardstock, paint, and Aleene’s Clear Gel Tacky Glue, you can create a whole forest of paper trees for the holiday season! 14. Glitter Snow mason jars Create charming holiday décor with seasonal mason jar decorations! Ideal for tablescapes, mantels, or centerpieces, this mason jar craft is easy to make and brings the winter wonderland magic into your home. Use Aleene’s Glitter Snow to add a shimmering, snowy rim, then decorate your seasonal mason jars with twine and winter foliage. Embrace the holiday spirit and let your creativity shine with this delightful and budget-friendly DIY holiday decoration! 15. Cardboard gingerbread houses with True Snow Gingerbread houses are a holiday décor staple, but they can be quite difficult to make. Thankfully, there’s an easier alternative: cardboard “gingerbread” houses with True Snow “icing!” Construct your houses with cardboard, then pipe on the snow glue to decorate. You won’t have to worry about messy crumbling or walls falling apart—these faux gingerbread houses are sturdy enough to be displayed all season long! 16. Paper Christmas Tree Luminaries We love luminaries any time of year! They're perfect for creating a cozy vibe in any space. So of course these Paper Christmas Trees made our list of holiday decor ideas! You can easily turn colorful papers into festive decor with scissors, ribbon and Original Tacky Glue. Such a simple way to add some holly jolly cheer to your home! 17. No-Sew Christmas Pillows Speaking of cozy, holiday pillows are a MUST this time of year. They make your favorite sitting areas more festive, and they're perfect for lounging with while watching your favorite Christmas flicks. And you don't have to no how to sew to make a set - you just need Aleene's Fabric Fusion. With some simple pillow covers and colorful fabrics, you can glue your way to a holiday that's extra happy and extra comfy! 18. Cork Christmas Trees If there's one thing most of us have a lot of this time of year, it's wine! Between Thanksgiving and holiday dinner parties, it's easy to have lots of wine corks left over. Why not upcycle them into a fun project like mini Christmas trees? (And if you don't have enough corks for this project, now you have an excuse to drink more wine.) With a little help from The Ultimate Multi-Surface Adhesive, Santa might prefer hanging out by these trees instead! 19. Cinnamon Stick Star Ornaments Doesn't the smell of cinnamon remind you of Christmas? Fill your home with that warm, inviting scent of spices and baked goods with cinnamon stick star ornaments! This holiday craft is so easy to make with Original Tacky Glue, cinnamon sticks and just a few supplies. You can hang these ornaments with rustic charm on your tree, mantle and other places throughout your home to fill it with that yummy cinnamon scent. 20. Christmas Music Votives This holiday decor idea puts all of those old sheets of Christmas music you have stored away to good use! This is such a simple project that has such heartfelt meaning. Choose your favorite holiday song lyrics and fit them to glass candle votives with Original Tacky Glue. Then watch them light up your home with happy holiday music and trips down memory lane. We hope this list of budget-friendly holiday decor ideas helps get you inspired to get crafty this season! How will you use Aleene’s glues for your DIY holiday decorations? Show us your budget-friendly handmade holiday décor and tag us on social media @aleeenesDIY! Check out the links below and craft your way through the holiday season! Explore more Christmas crafts Shop all craft glues Glue FAQs
Everything You Wanted to Know About Slime Trends & How to Make Slime
If you are around kids at all, you're likely familiar with the slime craze. And if you live with kids who are into DIY crafts or who simply love to experiment, you're undoubtedly well acquainted with DIY slime and all of its variations. To those less familiar, and for those who think slime is the stuff of Nickelodeon game shows from the 90s or what goops the Ghostbusters when capturing ghosts, this type of slime is a relatively new phenomenon. Slime actually only requires a few ingredients and is a simple concoction of glue, borax and water that produces a putty-like substance. There are borax-free versions however, as well as variant recipes that call for shaving cream, cornstarch, contact solution, and other household items. The silliest part of slime that kids seem to be enjoying - aside from making it - is sticking a finger into it and then pulling it out to produce a funny little slurping noise, as organic and satisfying as the popping of bubble wrap. The History of the Slime Trend Long known as Gak, slime is actually not new: slime recipes have been floating around the internet for decades. But the recent trend with all of its variations owes its explosive popularity to social media. The revival of the slime trend started in 2015 with a few young people posting slime videos showing how to make slime as well as videos of people playing with slime to Instagram. Followers came soon after, and accounts featuring similar videos blossomed. Other kids discovered these videos in their own social media feeds and started Instagram and YouTube accounts to feature their own experiments and creations. Many of the how to make slime videos involved adding secret ingredients to achieve unique properties and characteristics. Can you believe that searching for "how to make slime" on YouTube now yields more than 7 million results?! Why Slime is So Popular Many young budding chemists enjoy the process of making slime, even more than playing with it. Makers post new videos of how to make slime unique on social media to share with their friends and other DIYers worldwide. New creations keep the hobby fresh. But the real source of slime's popularity may be auditory in nature. The appeal of the videos often featuring a tub of slime being poked at repeated lyis that distinctive slurping sound the slime produces when moved, stretched and interacted with. The slime obsession has created several social media celebrities. @slime_baew, a teenage Thai slimer, has nearly 300K followers; her most popular video has been viewed more than 3 million times. YouTube user's diy satisfying MOST SATISFYING SLIME VIDEO EVER!!! has nearly 12 million views. Some enterprising young people have even capitalized on the popularity of slime. Kids are selling their slime to friends at school, and some are even selling online. A 14-year-old in Florida, for instance, has her own Etsy shop for slime to cater to her 50K Instagram followers. It helps that parents are for the most part supportive of their kids' hobby, citing the creativity and hands-on nature of making slime. And while Instagramming and posting to social media are a significant part of the fun, making slime doesn't involve significant screen time. Perhaps best of all, it's an affordable hobby, as expenses are limited to a few low-cost ingredients (like common crafting supplies and household adhesives) and storage materials. It's inexpensiveness and super fun appeal has actually led to glues flying off of the shelves at stores, as budding DIYers can't wait to get their hands (literally) into the fun and silliness of slime! How to Make Slime The basic slime recipe is simple: add borax and liquid dye to glue! It's just one of the Aleene's Tacky Glue uses. Simple Slime See our Easy Tacky Glue Slime Video. See images of this Slime Project. INGREDIENTS: Aleene's Original Tacky Glue 4 oz. bottle or Aleene's Clear Gel Tacky Glue 4 oz bottle 2 tablespoons food coloring or Tulip Fabric Paint in your color of choice 1 tablespoon Borax Multi-Purpose Household Cleaner (Sodium tetraborate) INSTRUCTIONS: Squeeze entire bottle of glue into a bowl or plastic container. You may need to slightly dilute leftover glue in the bottle with water to empty completely. Stir in the food coloring. Mix in the Borax. Keep stirring and it will start clumping up into slime. At some point you'll want to get your hands in there and work it around. Tip: Slime will last several weeks when stored in a tightly sealed bag. Can be stored at room temperature. Of course, there are hundreds of variations of slime to make. Here are our favorites: Easy Glitter Slime See our Easy Glitter Slime DIY video. And check out our other glitter and glue DIY! See images of this Slime Project. INGREDIENTS: Aleene's Clear Gel Tacky Glue 4 oz bottle 2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons food coloring or Tulip Fabric Paint in your color of choice 2 tablespoons glitter 4 tablespoons liquid starch INSTRUCTIONS: Squeeze entire bottle of glue into a bowl or plastic container. You may need to slightly dilute leftover glue in the bottle with water to empty completely. Add the water to the glue and stir. Stir in the food coloring. Stir in the glitter. Stir in the liquid starch. Keep stirring and it will start clumping up into slime. At some point you'll want to get your hands in there and work it around. Tip: Slime will last several weeks when stored in a tightly sealed bag. Can be stored at room temperature. Fluffy Slime See our How to Make Fluffy Slime video. See images of this Slime Project. INGREDIENTS: Aleene's Original Tacky Glue 4 oz. bottle 2 tablespoons food coloring or Tulip Fabric Paint in your color of choice 2 cups water, separated 1 tablespoon Borax Multi-Purpose Household Cleaner (Sodium tetraborate) 2 tablespoons lotion 1 cup shaving cream INSTRUCTIONS: Squeeze entire bottle of glue into a bowl or plastic container. You may need to slightly dilute leftover glue in the bottle with water to empty completely. Add the food coloring and 1 cup of water to the glue and stir. In a separate bowl, combine the Borax with 1 cup of hot water. Add the lotion and shaving cream to the glue mixture and stir to combine. Add the Borax water to the glue mixture. Keep stirring and it will start clumping up into slime. At some point you'll want to get your hands in there and work it around. Tip: Slime will last several weeks when stored in a tightly sealed bag. Can be stored at room temperature.
How to Paint Mugs with the Tulip Mug Painting Kits
Create and customize your new favorite mug with the Tulip Painted By Me Buds & Blossoms Mug Painting Kit! This colorful kit has everything you need to customize 4 floral ceramic mugs with vibrant, food-safe paints.
What is Craft Glue?
Craft glue is any water-based adhesive that can be used for crafting projects such as school art projects, simple fix-its, and hobbies including making slime. Basically any quick-drying, non-industrial glues can be considered craft glues. Often times craft glues are white glues and clean up easily with soap and water; many are nontoxic, making them great for kids' crafting projects. Craft glues can come in liquid or solid (stick) form and can be used to affix materials like paper, wood, plastic, foam, and even fabric. Metal glue can be used to create or repair jewelry; other glues for metal can affix metal to wood for repairing or decorating furniture, as well as for creating artwork. Fabric adhesives like permanent fabric glue and washable fabric glue can help revamp an entire wardrobe, enabling no-sew enthusiasts and DIY designers alike to create unique, custom fashion pieces. Tacky Glue's uses are extremely varied thanks to its nontoxic formula and clear finish when dry. It also tacks faster and dries faster than other crafting glues, is super reliable (this adhesive has been around for 50 years and counting, after all), and dries super strong and permanent. Craft glue is all the rage right now, with trends like DIY slime popping up. And Tacky Glue is a primary ingredient of slime! Find out how to make your own tacky slime in just minutes.
Positive Vibes Custom Sweater with Fabric Paint
This custom sweater uses Tulip Fabric Paints to bring the positive vibes in a pretty pastel palette. Check out this tutorial and create your own custom painted sweater that’s equal parts cute, cozy, and comforting!
Easy DIY Couples Costumes
Everyone wants to win the coveted "best costume" award at their annual Halloween party, but coming up with a really fantastic costume - especially if you're dressing up as a couple - can be tricky, time consuming and/or expensive. One way to save is to make your own DIY couples costume, but what if you don't know how to sew? Don't let that stop your ambition because luckily with Aleene's Fabric Fusion in your costume-making arsenal, you can create a really cool, super easy DIY couples costume in an afternoon that looks like you spent a pretty penny and had a pro whip it up.Here's a roundup of fun, creative costume ideas to get you in the spirit of Halloween:Cactus DIY Couples CostumeHave you waited until the last minute to come up with a couples costume for you and your other half? (Just blame it on your other half, we won't tell.) Luckily this trendy cactus DIY couples costume is super easy to make with green sweatshirts, faux flowers & chenille stems, and Fabric Fusion of course. Get out that glue and you'll be ready for a costume that everyone at your Halloween party will totally be stuck on!S'mores DIY Couples CostumeNot only is this s'mores couples costume adorable, it almost looks good enough to eat! Made with simple craft supplies like cardboard, felt, miscellaneous fabrics and Fabric Fusion, everyone will want to hit the dessert table after hanging out with the sweetest couple at the party.Matching Dog & Owner Scarecrow CostumesIf your dog is your other half, first of all - AWESOME (we love dogs!), then this DIY couples costume is for you! And honestly how can you NOT win the costume contest with a furry friend in tow?! Besides the fact that everything is more fun when dogs are around. If you don't already have a pair of overalls, you can definitely find some super cheap, then embellish with faux leaves, straw and Fabric Fusion for a quick and easy matching dog & owner scarecrow costume set that's too fun to pass up. Feeling inspired yet? It's so easy to create costumes with no sewing required when you have the right fabric glue like Aleene's Fabric Fusion!
What is the easiest tie-dye technique?
There are many tie-dye techniques, and some are more complex than others. For beginners, these are the most popular tie-dye techniques:• Spiral• Bullseye• Crumple (The crumple is simple enough for kids to do) Each of our Tulip Tie Dye kits has an instruction sheet with an eclectic group of tie dye patterns from which to choose. Each design has easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. For more step-by-step techniques, video tutorials and detailed instructions, visit our tie-dye techniques page.
How to Glue Plastic with Aleene's Best Plastic Glues
Gluing plastic can be extremely tricky, and success is not always possible. Using the right adhesive for the right material is the trick to achieving a solid result! Aleene's has some of the best plastic glues for a variety of projects. In this article, we'll show you how to glue plastic using Aleene's and give you some essential tips for success. 1. What is plastic glue? Plastic glues are selected based on the types of plastics being bonded and the specific application requirements. They are commonly used for various projects, including plastic repairs, crafts, and DIY applications. Soft plastics are flexible and lightweight, able to bend and deform without breaking, making them suitable for applications like seals, gaskets, and flexible tubing. In contrast, hard plastics are rigid, retaining their shape and offering durability and strength; they are commonly used in items such as water bottles, automotive parts, and rigid containers. Be sure to choose the best plastic glue for your project based on the types of plastics being bonded. Keep in mind that some plastics will glue better than others, but success isn't always guaranteed with any glue. Best plastic glues for your project: Aleene's offers several types of adhesives suitable for gluing plastic! Each of these adhesives has unique characteristics and application methods. Before starting your project, carefully read the labels and select the best plastic glue that suits your needs. Liquid Fusion Performance Adhesive Liquid Fusion Performance Adhesive breaks through the barriers of traditional urethane glues with versatile, powerhouse strength that's non-foaming, and low odor. Its proprietary clear formula provides incredible holding power to surfaces, forming waterproof bonds with maximum staying power. Aleene's The Ultimate Multi-Surface Adhesive There's only one glue you need when it comes to strength and versatility: Aleene's The Ultimate Multi-Surface Adhesive! This industrial-strength glue provides exceptional adhesion to indoor and outdoor projects with a UV and waterproof formula that dries clear and fast. This all-purpose, powerhouse glue is strong enough to use on the toughest of surfaces but safe enough to use with your paper and mixed media projects. Aleene's Rapid Dry Mixed Media Adhesive Aleene's Rapid Dry Mixed-Media Adhesive is the perfect adhesive for your mixed media projects! This incredibly fast drying formula grabs items instantly, sets in just minutes, and dries clear with a super strong hold. This acid and lignin free adhesive works on almost any surface, from heavy-duty metal and stone to lightweight photo and paper crafts, plastics, and more! Aleene's Jewelry & Metal Glue Aleene's Jewelry & Metal Glue is your go-to glue when you need an easy solution for creating or repairing jewelry easily, quickly, and permanently. Its no-drip, no-run formula provides precision control and dries crystal clear with a super strong and permanent bond. This hard-working glue is waterproof and impact-resistant too! Instantly bond plastic, beads, metals, stones, glass, and more. Aleene's DIY Craft Super Glue Gel Aleene's DIY Craft Super Glue is the perfect adhesive for all of your heavy-duty craft projects. This industrial-strength gel adhesive is easy to apply, dries quickly and works permanently on a variety of surfaces including: plastic, metal, glass, plastic, wood, fabric and more. Great for both indoor and outdoor projects. Comes in a liquid formula, too! 2. Prepare your plastic surface You'll need to properly prepare the surfaces to be bonded when working with plastic! For an extra-strong bond, we recommend sanding shiny surfaces with a fine-grit sandpaper. This will create a rough surface for the adhesive to grab onto. Clean the plastic with soap or rubbing alcohol and allow to dry thoroughly. Avoid touching the plastic with bare hands to minimize oily residue. 3. Apply glue to plastic Once you've chosen the best plastic glue for your project and have prepped the project's surface, apply the glue to the surfaces to be bonded. Some of our best plastic glues have a precision tip, but you can also use a small paintbrush, wooden skewer, or other small tools for detailed glue application. Gently squeeze the glue onto one of the plastic surfaces. Avoid using too much glue, as excess adhesive may seep out when you join the pieces together. 4. Press pieces together Pressing the pieces together while the glue cures will create an ultra-strong bond. Use a clamp, tape, or elastics to hold parts firmly together while glue dries. Typically, the adhesive will set within a few minutes to an hour, but complete curing may take up to 24 hours. Avoid putting stress on the bonded area until the glue is fully cured. 5. Clean up Clean up any excess glue immediately with a damp cloth or sponge while the adhesive is still wet. Once the glue dries, removing it can be more challenging. Clean the tip before replacing the cap and store your adhesive in a cool, dry place. Extra tips for success Here are some extra tips to help you with your next plastic glue project! Test the glue on a small, inconspicuous area before starting your project to ensure compatibility with the plastic material. Work in a well-ventilated area to avoid inhaling fumes from the adhesive. For optimal bonding, ensure that both surfaces fit together snugly without gaps. Now you're ready to create some plastic projects with Aleene's! Show us your best plastic glue DIYs or repairs and tag us on social media @aleenesDIY. 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