Tip of the week – Part 2 of 2

July 5th 2010 in Tip of the Week by Cathy


Tip of the week – Part 2 of 2

Choosing the right adhesive for your next craft project:
Photo Corners, Dots, Foam, Sheet and Remover.
 


adhesives

adhesives


 Dots (permanent bond):  Adhesive dost are perfect for the bulkier objects such as buttons and beads.  You’ll find the dots in a variety of sizes from mini to 3-D.  A must have in your craft supplies! 

Photo corners (permanent bond): Photo corners give you the most flexibility for your photos to and from your scrapbook, corners are the safest option for one-of-a-kind shots.  Since the photos actually slip into the corners and don’t touch adhesive, they’re a smart option for irreplaceable heritage prints.


Foam (permanent bond): When you’re looking for a little dimension on your page, reach for foam tape, dots, or squares.  They actually lift photos and embellishments off the page for a dimensional effect.  Try this with photos, die cuts, and journaling blocks.

Sheet (temporary or permanent bond):  Found in sheets or rolls, this sticky stuff offers a strong, smooth bond on flat surfaces when you need greater coverage.  It can be applied by hand or with a machine like the Xyron.

Adhesive remover:  Let’s face it, sometimes you want to  unstuck what you stuck, and a photo-safe adhesive remover will do the trick.  A few drops neutralize the adhesive, making it possible to cleanly lift off stickers or anything else adhered to your project. 

A must to have in your scrapbooking supplies.


Click here for more adhesive tool ideas:

http://www.crafts2u.com/catalogsearch/result/index/?q=adhesive&x=10&y=5&cat=389


 -Come back next week for our tips on choosing the right cutting tools for your next craft project!




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