Month: December 2021

7 of the Best glue gun crafts

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Glue guns are a simple, inexpensive, and practical method to help you craft, and there are so many wonderful glue gun ideas to get you started. The main benefit of utilising hot glue is that it dries rapidly, resulting in a firm and clear grip. Another benefit is the method the glue is applied: sticks of solid glue are heated in the barrel of the glue gun, causing the glue stick to melt and hot glue to be pushed out as you press the trigger. The glue itself comes in a variety of colours; just make sure you obtain the correct diameter for your glue gun.

1 – Glue gun “wax” seals

Did you know you can get the wax seal look by using hot glue? Why not batch-make glue gun wax-imitation seals for one of the best glue gun crafts – get the full DIY “wax” seal tutorial over at Stamptitude.

2- Glue gun project: Paper rose

To make this realistic paper rose, download your free templates, cut them out of white (or coloured) cardstock, then take your glue gun. Hot glue is great for this craft since it dries rapidly, allowing you to swiftly and simply stack the petals.

3- Glue gun craft idea: DIY crystals

Learn how to carve raw glue sticks and build a stunning glue gun craft (while saving a tonne of money!) with The Studio’s DIY crystal necklace. Before sealing and hardening with a clear finish, colour using alcohol markers. Beautiful!

4- Halloween decoration idea: Glue gun ghost lights

The studio’s frightening ghost lights are made using hot glue! The wonderful ghoulie gowns are created by the drippy nature of the glue, and they’re quite inexpensive and simple to construct for your own DIY Halloween decor. Just be sure you choose LED lights, which do not heat up like typical incandescent lights.

5- Glue gun crafts treat box

  • Wrap a toilet roll tube in patterned paper for each package. Start with a line of hot glue and then finish with wet glue.
  • Flatten each end of the tube in different directions, fill with goodies, then staple the flattened ends into place.
  • Wrap the ends twice with two complementary washi tapes. To finish, wrap a ribbon bow around the centre of the box.

6- Glue gun crafts easel display stand

Make an easy decorative easel in minutes using just four paper straws and a hot glue gun! The hot glue dries quickly, so it’s easy to build and is a super easy glue gun craft. Use it to display for cards and photos or as a place setting on a party table.

7 – Make a stencil with hot glue!

This handmade T-shirt is manufactured using hot glue and bleach, and the craft itself does not necessitate a high level of talent. The end product is a lovely batik-style design that is highly forgiving of the inexperienced maker. The whole instruction is available at The Studio.

Best glue gun 2021 for hobbies and repairs

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HMA, sometimes known as hot glue, is a thermoplastic adhesive that is available in solid cylindrical sticks of varying diameters and is applied with a hot glue gun.

Hot melt adhesives, which may be applied by dipping or spraying, are popular among hobbyists and craftspeople for affixing and as a low-cost alternative to resin casting.

A hot melt adhesive that is suited for each glue gun and application is necessary for the best bonding results, and these are generally supplied as sticks that fit into a slot in the glue gun.

Hot melts vary in width and length due to the usage of waxes, resins, and a range of thermoplastic polymers.

It has a great affinity for wood and is used in cabinet manufacturing, furniture making, laminate bonding, and other applications.

Hot-melt adhesives have grown in popularity among electronics manufacturers, and they are used in a range of industrial processes. Hot melt adhesives are used to adhere paperboard packaging, such as retail cereal and cracker boxes.

The heat burden on the substrate, which limits application to substrates that are not sensitive to higher temperatures, as well as bond strength loss at higher temperatures, up to full adhesive melting, are just a few of the drawbacks.

This can be reduced by using reactive glue, which cures after it has hardened.

When choosing and purchasing the finest craft glue gun in the UK, there are a few factors to consider.

These factors may help you choose the best craft glue gun UK from among the various possibilities available. Among the topics to think about are the following:

  • Temperature Range: If you want to effectively melt the glue sticks you’re using, the hot glue gun should be able to achieve a high temperature. It has options like 120°C to 200°C or 140°C to 250°C, with the latter being the recommended option in most circumstances.
  • Power Rating: These hot glue guns have a power rating that indicates how well they perform as well as how much power they consume.
    A power rating of 200 watts will produce more power and consume more power than a rating of 100 watts.
  • Stick Size: If you’re going to utilise a hot glue gun, you’ll also need some glue guns.
    While the majority of glue gun models can accept 7/16-inch thick sticks, certain versions may accept 12-inch sticks.

The best glue guns, in order

1 – Hobbytec 12mm Glue Gun

If you want a dependable glue gun that heats up quickly and gives maximum flexibility, Hobbytec’s model is hard to better. It’s easy to hold, which is vital. It features two heat settings, allowing you to work with both delicate textiles and substantial materials like metal. And the stand for when you’re not using it is useful as well.

Unlike other guns, it does not come with a million glue sticks — the amount you pay is only for the gun – but it does accept conventional 1wmm sticks and 12mm dual melt sticks. It is little more expensive than other competitors, but it is a quality option that should endure for a long time.

SPECIFICATIONS
Power: 25W
Type: corded
Sticks: 11.3mm dual melt
Weight: 150g
Size: 28 x 18.5 x 6cm
REASONS TO BUY
+Solidly made+Dual heat
REASONS TO AVOID
–No bundled sticks

2 – TITAN TTB580HTL

What the chunky Titan model lacks in bells and whistles, it more than makes up for with solid build quality, a two-year guarantee and the ability to get on with the task in hand without complaint.

It accepts standard 11mm glue sticks, although none are supplied in the box, while the ergonomic handle makes it easier to tackle those really fine and fiddly jobs.

Also note the simple front stand, which stops your shiny new glue gun from becoming stuck to dining table. Textbook.

Excellent alternative to the Hobbytec gun

SPECIFICATIONS
Power: 25W
Type: corded
Sticks: 11mm
Weight: 250g
REASONS TO BUY
+Relatively inexpensive+Well built
REASONS TO AVOID
–Slow to heat up

3 – BOSCH PKP 18E GLUE GUN

The glue gun from Bosch utilises standard 11mm glue sticks and has two heat settings: 200W for warming up and 16W to keep the glue gloopy. The nozzle is longer than most, allowing it to reach places other glue guns cannot, and it incorporates an automated glue retraction system that prevents drips, keeps the nozzle from drying up, and allows the gun to provide a consistent stream of glue.

The Bosch is a bit heavier at 458g, but if you’re serious about glueing things together, the absence of drips means you won’t mind the slightly heavier weight. It’s only a shame that Bosch didn’t include a power switch on the gun itself: you have to turn it off at the outlet.

SPECIFICATIONS
Power: 200W
Type: Corded
Sticks: 11mm
Weight: 350g
Dimensions: 24.2 x 17.4 x 5.2 cm
REASONS TO BUY
+Extra long nozzle+Clever glue system
REASONS TO AVOID
–Relatively pricey–Quite heavy

7 Genius Glue Gun Craft Projects To Wow You

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There are so many DIY projects I’d like to tackle but can’t because they need extraordinary abilities or esoteric supplies that I simply don’t have access to, but, as it turns out, there are an incredibly huge number of projects that are just as cool and can be completed with little more than your trusty craft glue gun!

If you don’t already have a glue gun, there’s no reason not to purchase one. There is something for everyone in the pricing range. At the low end, you have your £30 glue gun, which is similar to your Ford Focus in that it is simple, dependable, and won’t break the budget.

At the top end, you have your £150+ versions, which I suppose are more akin to a Rolls Royce . A typical £20-£40 glue gun is all you actually need for most people and most projects.

If you just have a few dollars to spare, you may also get a tiny glue gun. You can get one of these for roughly £7 at your local craft shop.

Whether you’re just starting out with glue gun projects and aren’t sure if this is something you want to do, I highly recommend acquiring one of them. You’ll be surprised at what you’re capable of.

And now it’s time to get inspired! I’d like to share with you 7 incredible glue gun craft ideas that are simply astoundingly inventive!

1. Decorate a vase using hot glue.

Decorative vase made with a craft glue gun

I always thought of hot glue as something you use just to stick things together, but you can actually make really cool decorative art with the glue itself. One great example is this easy project for decorating a vase using tabs of hot glue.

You can even write with the glue. Spray paint over it and the glue looks like it is just part of the vase.

Project Source and Instructions: homeheartcraft

2. Make a Decorative Sign

This project will show you how to use hot glue to write on a piece of wood and create a charming little ornamental sign for your house. You may write whatever you want and even add designs if you’re feeling very creative!

Project Source and Instructions: modpodgerocksblog

3. Make coasters the easy way.

Rope coasters made with a craft glue gun

This project will show you how to build your very own coasters, whether you’re planning a dinner party and want to do something special, or you simply want something for everyday life! They are both attractive and utilitarian, and they have a lovely rustic feel about them.

All you need is some string and hot glue. You thread the string around, glueing it as you go, and ta da! You have coasters that you may use or give as gifts!

Project Source and Instructions: thespacebetweenblog

4. Create an orb out of driftwood.

Driftwood orb made with a craft glue gun

Check out this project to make an orb out of driftwood if you want to learn how to do something completely artful and fantastic using hot glue. Looking at it, you’d think putting this thing together would have been a nightmare. The final creation appears to defy gravity.

But it’s actually a lot easier than you think. The artist simply inflated a beach ball and began placing pieces down on it, glueing them together to form a lattice as she went.

She simply deflated the ball and took it out through one of the openings after the entire beach ball was covered and all of the driftwood pieces were securely bonded to one another. Genius! That is something I would never have dreamed of in a million years. My mind has been completely blown!

Project Source and Instructions: creativeinchicago

5. Make a Textured Roller for Clay

Textured roller made with a craft glue gun

Are you looking for a quick and easy technique to add textured patterns to clay? One clever method is to make a roller with the texture already on it. Naturally, you won’t be able to get this supply anyplace, so you’ll have to produce it yourself.

Of course, the wonderful thing about this is that you can personalise it with whatever design you like.

You must begin with some sort of roller—anything from a PVC pipe to a real rolling pin will suffice. You will next use a sharpie to sketch a pattern onto the pin.

Project Source and Instructions: potteryblog

6. Make a No-Sew Rope Coil Basket

Rope coil basket made with a craft glue gun

This project is based on the same concept as the coasters , but on a much bigger size. This is a huge bag with connected handles that may be used to transport items.

To avoid straining the adhesive, I would probably only place reasonably light things in here (like the yarn balls in the photo).

A pail is cleverly used in this project. As you lay the rope down, you use the bucket as a guide. While drying, the bucket preserves the form of your masterpiece. You proceed in the same manner as you did with the smaller rope basket previously. The completed basket is stunning!

Project Source and Instructions: aliceandlois

Try this Simple Heart Pendant

Pendant made with a craft glue gun

Do you like the jewellery projects but want to try something new? This project will show you how to make a simple yet lovely heart pendant out of hot glue. Because it’s a video instruction, it’s quite simple to follow along.

I’m sure these would make wonderful gifts for family and friends as well. They’d be simple to create and inexpensive, plus they’d offer a creative and charming message!

Project Source and Instructions: youtube

Crate & Barrel Spin Vase Knock Off

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CRATE & BARREL SPIN VASE KNOCK OFF

small-spin-vase-1

 HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN SPIN VASE

Materials

  • One round candle holder or vase from the dollar store
  • Glue Gun
  • Glue sticks
  • An extra hand is helpful, but not imperative

crate & barrel spin hurricane vase hack

How To

Using a hot glue gun, create, or “spin” a line of glue around the outside of the circular candle holder in a continuous pattern. Although I did it alone, if you want a more precise look, it may help to have someone turn the container for you while you apply the hot glue line. You can either start in the middle of the container and work your way toward the top and then start again and finish to the bottom, or simply start at the bottom and go all the way up. Its fine to have to stop and restart, the effect of having it uneven is wonderfully organic. Try to keep the lines tight, but not too tight. I found if I touch the tip of the glue gun to the vase, and push the tip ahead of the glue, I got a pretty smooth line. But again, this is an organic project that isn’t meant to look perfect, not even by C & B! Tip: If you are seeing uneven globs of glue, it’s fine to work the tip of the glue gun back and forth to even them out while the glue is hot. Allow it to cool.

crate & barrel spin hurricane vase hack

 

Tips

  • You can also do this with a smaller circular vase as well, just as Crate and Barrel does.
  • Make sure you hand wash it gently with a damp cloth.
  • Done! Fill with candles, flowers, or even make a row of them to stand alone as contemporary art.

Tip for Scaredy Cats: You can always practice your glue lines and technique first on a piece of wax paper wrapped around and taped to the candle holder. Also, remember, its a dollar store container, not a priceless antique, so give yourself permission to make a mistake.

Here’s TBD’s version! We are pretty dang proud of this hack project… it looks about as close as you can get to the original vase!

crate & barrel spin hurricane vase hack

crate & barrel spin hurricane vase hack

If you had fun making this project, try our West Elm Knock Off Projects too!

Image Credits: Crate and Barrel

Keeping it Simple: 15 Awesome Crafts Made with Hot Glue

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If you’ve done basically any level of crafting before, or perhaps even if you haven’t, we’re sure you’ve probably used a glue gun before. These are handy tools that are helpful almost any time, but we’ve been discovering recently that they’re even more powerful in the crafting world than we thought. Did you know that you can actually make entire crafts from hot glue itself? We didn’t until recently and now we’re obsessed with the idea and constantly on the lookout for new concepts to bookmark and try.

Just in case you love the idea of making things from hot glue just as much as we do, if not more, here are 15 of the very best ideas that we’ve come across so far in our search!

1. Glue gun and nail polish snowflakes

If you’ve been looking for awesome winter themed crafts to keep your kids busy with this season while they’re on holiday but they’re slightly older and looking for a little bit of a challenge, then we think we might have found the perfect idea for you right off the bat! Check out how Muslin & Merlot made these fantastic snowflakes by making the base from hot glue and adding colour and shimmer using nail polish.

2. Hot glue gun stud earrings

Just in case you’re a handmade jewelry lover rather than an ornament enthusiast, here’s some hot glue art that you can actually wear! Check out how Lil Blue Boo made these lovely little stud earrings in just a few surprisingly simple steps, gluing the posts on after a nice, bright paint job has dried. We love the way they shaped them like little hearts!

3. DIY Harry Potter wands

Perhaps you’ve been looking for a project that you can make sort of for and with your kids, especially if its something they can play with once it’s finished? Those are the ideas that go over the best in our house too! Because our kids are also completely obsessed with Harry Potter, these DIY wants that Boxy Colonial made to look knobbly and twisted using hot glue were a smash hit as well.

4. DIY painted coral decor

5. DIY hot glue and rhinestone rings

6. Hot glue gun hair pieces

7. No-sew coiled rope baskets

8. Spun hot glue vase

9. Glue gun and chalk paint witchcraft bottles

10. Hot glue drop earrings

11. Hot glue candle votives

12. Snowflake hair clips

13. Glue heart pendant with rhinestones

14. Hot glue glitter leaves

15. Hot glue coloured bead frame

25 Hot glue hacks & crafts

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Today we prepared a ton of lifehacks that will blow your mind! You can make a lot of things using only one tool – hot glue gun! Did you know that glue gun is one of the best purchases you may have? The hot glue gun is the King of all craft supplies. If you already have a glue gun you gonna totally love our collection of lifehacks with it! By the way, our awesome glue gun hacks that are actually insanely helpful and will totally change your life! These glue gun items can be used indoors at home and outdoors.

19 Hot melt glue hacks you must know

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Hot glue only seems good for attaching things to one another. We are here to prove that it’s not quite correct. In fact, if you have a glue gun, you have a ready-made 3D printer! You can make amazing DIY hot glue crafts, decorate clothes, and even make things from scratch! Have as much fun as you can! In this case, only your imagination is your limit. Today, we collected the coolest, the most useful and unexpected hot glue gun ideas and crafts. You will learn how to upgrade your old stuff, and how to make your life more comfortable. I’m sure that in this video, anyone can find something special. Let’s go!

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