Oh yes! Me too! I rhinestone all of my fan mom T-shirts. My son said he could always find me in the stadium because I sparkled more than any other mom! You know, there CAN be more than one Rhinestone Queen! Thanks for watching!! Happy stoning!!
I'm so thankful for your amazing, thoughtful and charming rhinestone tutorial!❤🧡💛💚💙💜💖 I'm just getting started after a gift of a plain black dress, and got overwhelmed by hotfix, fabric glue and bedazzlers which were super expensive. E6000, your tips and hacks were very appreciated. Thankyou!🥰🥰👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Thank you so much for making this video. I was very afraid of getting into the art of rhinestone application without any sort of technique. Thank you for sharing the tips, trick, and even needed supplies.
THANK YOU, my senior homecoming is 2 weeks away and i can’t find a good dress so i got a plain black one and i’m going to stone it. you’ve saved me thank you so much.
Thanks, for your response to my question. On the subject of saving glue and tips, I have had great success putting a little Vaseline, around the tread/spout where you screw the cap back on. I have also been able to save the tips by using the strait pin. As the glue dries, I move the pin around, to help dislodge the glue. After it is somewhat set, but still pliable, I use another pin to pick it out, or to widen the whole in the glue gathering on the interior sides, much like you did with the stray string of glue in this video. I have never had to use a recycled tip for beading, so I haven't had to compare the size of the dots made by new vs recycled tips. The resulting dots from the recycled tips have been plenty good enough for the home repair jobs I have needed. Also for regular, skinny super glue, with the teeny, tiny tips, I have taken a strait pin, with a flat head (not the kind with the plastic ball), Vaselined the shaft, stuck it in the tip, then screwed on the tip cap. I Vaseline the tip to make sure the cap comes off later. I moved the pin around to widen the hole in the hardening glue. I have been able to use them months later. Thanks again for your video and your response.
So glad it was helpful to you! I've costumed several plays, production numbers, and even one movie (hopefully, more to come). If you want to see some of my photos, check out my Facebook page "Rhinestone Queen Costumes". I have the production numbers / plays in photo albums.
You are a gifted teacher and present projects with wonderful helpful information. Thank you for making tutorial and posting. I very much appreciated your time and effort.
I also found your video/teaching so helpful! You make it easy to understand and not overwhelming! Thank You so much for your time!! Very kind of you! 💝
Thank you for this tutorial! I became so frustrated using E6000 on my ballroom dress - couldn't stand the strings. I switched to GemTac - no harsh smell but the stones don't adhere as well (I lost quite a few at last competition). I'll give E6000 a try again using your technique.
Love the detail in this video thank you for sharing. Have you heard of Flatback Flippers? They will help make the process a lot faster. You can also eliminate having multiple trays for one project. They flip over all your stones and they have lids to prevent spills and add storage. They are a legit game-changer for blingers.
Please forgive my delayed response! I thought ALL of my comments were coming to my Inbox, and just found out they weren't! I have never heard of Flatback Flippers! Just looked it up online and will definitely try to get some. Where do you buy these?
You can get some from Amazon. The title of the item is, "The Beadsmith Perfect Positioner/Jewel Setter Tool for Flatback Rhinestones". It's from the Beadaholique Store. Thanks for watching!
I use the same technique regardless of fabric. I have successfully used E6000 on silk and satin. To make sure that your fabric will work with E6000, test a small piece of it, either with a scrap of fabric, or if it's a finished garment, find a spot in the underside of the garment where you can test the glue.
First of all, please forgive my delayed response! I mistakenly thought all of my replies were coming in my Inbox, so I'm just now seeing your comment! You can embellish the cups with literally ANYTHING! I would try adding some lace by cutting out a design from a piece of lace that you like and glue and/or sew it to the bra cups. You also can mix in flat back pearls with the rhinestones to mix it up a bit. You can find those at any hobby store like, Michael's, Hobby Lobby, or JoAnn's. There's no right or wrong answer. Go online and look at pics of custom dance costumes for inspiration (there are plenty on my Facebook page - Rhinestone Queen Costumes). I hope this helps! Thanks for watching! Have fun embellishing!
Do you have any recommendations for doing stoning on tulle? I had a good tutorial pinned at some point but now its been taken down and I am not sure what I was supposed to do.
The tips in this tutorial work with any fabric. The key with stoning on tulle is to ALWAYS have some type of backing that can be removed as the glue sets up. I pin my project to the foam board (covered in either a ziplock bag or packaging tape), glue my stones, wait 30 or so minutes, then carefully lift the project away from the plastic. After you do this, you'll still want to have something under it to protect your work surface, but don't "stick" the glue directly to it.
I've had such great success with E6000 for so many years that I've never even thought about trying something else. I've heard of people using Gem Tac, but I can't speak to its performance because I've never used it.
Hi enjoyed ur video a lot.. I tried sticking rhinestones using the fabric fusion glue on one of my masks and it came out, do u think the E600 is the best or fab fusion? Thanks
Is it okay to use hotstick rhinestones with the glue on ballroom dresses or other lycra material? Or do you prefer to buy non- hotstick rhinestones with the glue?
I would check with the manufacturer of the stones to answer your question on how to handle the hotstick rhinestones. I never use those, so I'd rather not advise on the application of those. I exclusively use non-hotfix stones and they work GREAT with E-6000. I have been making custom dance costumes for 20 years, and this is all I use. I glue on all dance costume fabrics, such as, lycra, stretch mesh, stretch velvet, feathers and laces.
Glad you asked! E6000 and plastic rhinestones do not go together well at all! I've only used them once, but it gave a modeled appearance to the back of the stone that could be seen on top. That was my ONLY experience with plastic stones, so I can't be absolutely certain which glue will work best, but I would try gemtac. Please try whichever glue you use on a sample first to make sure it works.
I'm going to rhinestone a Minnie mouse sweatshirt that I recently bought and this was really helpful to watch before I start anything, thank you! I was wondering though if you have a video that helps explain stone placement if you are going to use different sized rhinestone?
I'm hoping to do at least one more rhinestone video this summer, but sadly, not yet. There is a photo of a costume with graduated rhinestones on my Facebook page "Rhinestone Queen Costumes". Go to the album "2020-2021 Solo Costumes" and look for the fuschia costume with feather fringe and black swirly appliques. If you zoom in on the appliques, you'll see that I used multiple sizes of stones based upon the width of the applique so that the same amount of the design showed on either side of the rhinestone pattern. Generally, my best advice about rhinestone design is to lay out a sample. If you like it, it's going to work. If you're trying to create a specific pattern, you'll need to put the stones closer together. Look at the costumes on my Facebook page and other designers and see which designs inspire you the most.
Do you find the e 6000 deteriorates the reflective back of the rhinestones and kind of melts it away so it creates a crinkled look as you look into the stone.
I have had that experience once when I used plastic stones. I usually use Swarovski, Preciosa or Alora crystal rhinestones, so I don't have that issue. The one time I used plastic stones, the crinkle effect actually worked for us, so I didn't bother to find a solution
p.s. I'm attaching red rhinestones to some new red Crocs (like Dorthy... in the Wizard of Oz :-) Should I use a different glue than E600...perhaps like Loctite Glue for the difference in the shoe material?? Thank you in advance for your help!!
I have never stoned Crocs before, but I have glued stones and other embellishments on all kinds of different costume pieces for shows I've costumed for live theatre. E6000 is my go-to glue for practically everything. You may want to test a stone or two on an inconspicuous place on your Crocs to make sure the E6000 is the glue you need. I'd do the same test with any other glue to see what will work best with that material. Happy stoning!
Oh my gosh!! I wish I had watched this several days ago before my first attempt at stoning. What do you recommend for cleaning off excess E6000 on the fabric?
I've flubbed with glue too! I use Goo Gone to remove glue boo-boos. Just make sure to test a spot on a piece of scrap fabric or a place where it won't show on your finished garment before you use it on a spot where it shows. Happy stoning!
is it not necessary to keep something pressing down on the fabric? I'm a figure skater, and i'll get deductions if the stones fall off so i'm looking for the best tricks!!
I'm not sure what you mean by "pressing down". I wouldn't want to press down so hard that I squish the glue bed out from under the stone because that's what's holding it on the garment. After I set the stone down, I do come back and press it down with some gentle pressure from my dabber stick or my finger just to secure it in place. Let your glue set up for at least 72 hours before hitting the ice. I do dance costumes, so we don't have the same concern as you do, but the stones typically don't fall off once the glue is set. Even my T-shirts don't start losing stones until they're a year or two old and have been through the washer and dryer multiple times.
It depends upon the material of the boxes, but E6000 is my go-to glue for practically everything, and I've costumed dancers, theatrical shows, and even a movie. Anytime I do something new, I always TEST a spot to make sure it works for that particular application. So, I'd recommend that but I suspect E6000 will work for you on boxes. Happy stoning!
Sorry, but I can't give you a definitive yes or no on this because I have no way of knowing for sure whether or not it will work. I recommend trying it on an inconspicuous spot on the box to see if it will work.
I use this glue on EVERYTHING and yes, it dries clear. Make sure that your glue dots are small enough so that it doesn't ooze out beyond the stone and you won't even see the clear glue.
Stumbled across this tutorial and omg I'm so glad I watched it (I subscribed). Do you buy a particular brand of rhinestones or only Swarovski? You taught me ALOT in this one video and I'm hungry to watch others. Thank you, thank you!
At the time the video was made, I was a Swarovski distributor. Sadly, Swarovski changed their distribution strategy, so now only 4 (I think) places in the US retail Swarovski stones. However, you have to purchase a LOT of stones to qualify to even buy them now! So... I now do not use Swarovski because they are no longer available to me. I now buy my stones from dreamtime creations. They carry multiple brands, including Swarovski (which I don't qualify to purchase because of low volume). They do have their own private label brand that was introduced exactly as Swarovski got out of the small retail business, and oddly, even the color names are the same as Swarovski. Hmmm!/! Bottom line is their private label brand, Dreamtime Crystals, are identical to Swarovski. They are now my favorite, followed closely by Preciosa Maxima, which are also available at dreamtime creations. Happy stoning!
Wow, now I understand why you're the Rhinestone Queen! Thank you for all the interesting information! I'm in awe of your knowledge. I thought rhinestones were either Swarovski, glass, resin, or whatever. I cant believe your sharp eyes and vast knowledge that you can tell a Swarovski from a Michael's packet of glass rhinestones. I'm Not Worthy!
Theres a tool called hotfix. Have you ever tried it or do you just recommend the B7000 glue for your rhinestones? I really need some advice from a pro.
I have never used a hotfix tool, so I can't advise if it's good to use or not. I mainly create custom solo dance costumes, and have used E6000 for years. (I think B7000 is a knock off of E6000. I've never tried it.) I just know the E6000 works great for me. The T-shirt that I stoned in the video was washed and dried in the washing machine and dryer multiple times and has only had to have about 5 stones replaced. Since the dance costumes I create are only ever handwashed once or twice, if that, in their lifetime, I've never had a need to look for any other application method. The stones stay on well with E6000.
Great video! I've heard you need a thin bead of glue around the rim of the stone, to act like a rim-setting, so it won't fall off. That was years ago that I heard that. True of false?
I've heard people suggest leaving a rim, but I don't think it's necessary if you use a good glue. I don't leave a rim, and my stones stay on ... and the finished product is MUCH cleaner looking. I think I made this video 2 years ago. I've worn this t-shirt many times and washed and dryed it in the washing machine and dryer. I've only replaced about 5 or so stones during that time. For the dance costumes I make that would only ever be handwashed, it's not a concern at all. Use E6000 and you'll be fine. Thanks so much for watching!
The package doesn't specify a size of the tip, so I have no idea of its size. I tried syringes many years ago, but found it cumbersome to repeatedly load glue into the syringe. The precision tip with E6000 is small enough to allow me to have tiny glue dots for tiny stones, and I can still push out more glue for larger stones. You absolutely have to wrap with a paper towel as demonstrated in my video so the glue doesn't squish out of the sides of the tube, but other than that it's perfect for me. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
Thanks so much for watching. I buy online, mainly from Dreamtime Creations. Since Swarovski are no longer available, I've been using the Preciosa Maxima crystals and have been satisfied, so far.
I rarely use chalk marks, but when I do, I just wipe them away with a damp cloth. (I work mostly with milliskin Lycra.) Before using any markings or even water on your fabric, test a spot on a scrap on inconspicuous spot on a finished garment before proceeding. Even water leaves spots on some types of fabric.
It's really a personal choice. I prefer the kind with the wax tip on the end like this one from Amazon (a.co/d/dHkpOiO) (Try this if that link doesn't work -www.amazon.com/Beadaholique-Positioner-Swarovski-Flatbacks-Rhinestones/dp/B0096M2510/ref=sr_1_8?crid=1U9G9CY4SYDMR&keywords=pick+up+rhinestones&qid=1688657305&sprefix=pick+up+rhinest%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-8) . Some people prefer the Crystal Katana tool, and some people even use tweezers. Both of those are too slow for me as I can pick up multiple stones with my wax tipped tool, but only one stone at a time with the katana or tweezers. They all get the job done, so use whichever is most comfortable for you.
I am actually a retailer for rhinestones, so I buy mine wholesale. I'm hoping to get a website launched next year. For now, I'd recommend Dreamtime Creations. They have a nice selection.
Thank you for this great video. Did you ever post the video of stoning an applique? I am making my daughters pagent dress this year and need so much help with that part. 🤣
With the series on "How to Make a Dance Costume with Cutouts", I'm going to be stoning on the applique, but it will be a few weeks before that one is done. While waiting, go to my FaceBook Page and look at pictures of costumes for examples. If you message me a picture of the gown, I'd be happy to give you some suggestions. Thanks for watching! Happy stoning!
I'm working my way through the white lyrical costume to show all of the steps of making a costume. I started with "How to Make a Dance Costume with Cutouts", and am now working on editing videos about pattern making for skirts, and sewing on a skirt. I then tackle applique application, then finally stoning. So, it's coming! Thanks for watching!
I think this video is 3 years old and I've worn that T-shirt many times. I wash it inside out then put it in the dryer. I've probably only lost 3-4 stones over the past 3 years. I just add one back if it falls off. If I were doing this for a client (who won't be likely to add lost stones back), I'd advise them to handwash inside out then dry by laying flat or hanging, depending upon the fabric used. I specialize in making custom solo dance costumes, which are likely only washed once per season. Even though it's not likely they'll lose any stones, I always give my clients a couple of extra stones just in case.
I had one I did (I'm a beginner) and all the stones came off in the wash and it was inside out. I was very disappointed but my washer drum looked AMAZING! ;-) I wish I'd run across your tutorial sooner! Practice makes perfect, I guess. I will try again. Thank you! @@RhinestoneQueenCostumes
I love that you got a good chuckle over it, but sorry so many stones came off! It does take E6000 at least 72 hours to fully cure and set, so definitely don't wash too quickly! It's possible your glue dots were a little too small for your stones, so try making your dots just big enough so that the full back of the stone is covered in glue without any leaking out on the sides. It takes practice, but it is do-able. Also, next time you wash your stoned garment, try putting it inside a net back so it doesn't get beat up as much. It's also possible that your agitator is just too powerful for the stones, so handwashing (or at least running your machine on a gentle cycle) may be your best option. Hope this helps!
There is one available on Amazon. I'll try to post a link to it here. www.amazon.com/Beadaholique-Positioner-Swarovski-Flatbacks-Rhinestones/dp/B0096M2510/ref=sr_1_38?crid=ZWQWI8OWEDVW&keywords=rhinestone+pick+up+stick&qid=1680547441&sprefix=rhinestone%2520pick%2520up%2520stick%2Caps%2C88&sr=8-38
Geaux Tigers! When you buy a cheap, but cute piece with stones already on, and you know when you wash them, even by hand sometimes, they will fall like rain. Would it be super uncomfortable on my skin if I reinforced them by turning the shirt inside-out and dropping a little glue on the back of the stone? Or, if it will be scratchy, maybe dropping the glue then placing interfacing over the design? Or, the better question: how to YOU reinforce a mass produced, inexpensive shirt? Thank you.
Well, you've stumped me! I've never come across that issue. The only items in my wardrobe with rhinestones on them are my fan T-shirts that I stoned myself. You can try putting a dab of E6000 on the back of your shirt, but that will likely ONLY help if the fabric is super thin and/or porous so that the glue can seep through to the other side. I can't be sure how it will affect your skin. You may want to try one spot and see how it works for you. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful on this one!
@@RhinestoneQueenCostumes Thanks. Watched your video because I bought some cheap but cute iron on rhinestone designs, that didn't stand up to the "handwash" setting on my washer. The t shirts I used are fairly thick, so I just ran out to the store and picked up some duplicate designs. I will just replace the missing ones with E6000, and wash the shirts with my actual hands from now on. :)
Please forgive my delayed response! I thought ALL of my comments were coming to my Inbox, and just found out they weren't! I tried making something for someone who was in a different state, and that didn't work well for me. I'm happy to take on new clients, but I'd need for you to be able to come to my studio in Gonzales, LA for at least one fitting. Message me if you'd like to discuss further. Thanks so much for watching!
I've never used them, so I sadly don't have an opinion to offer you. I'm just so satisfied with the control I have with gluing with E6000, and the durability of the glue over the life of the costume that I've never tried hot fix. I'm also a bit skittish about putting heat on the stretch fabrics I work with. Sorry I couldn't be more help with your question. Thanks for watching!
Great question! Generally, yes. That's why I recommend stretching the garment taut on a board to stone. If it's stretched when you're stoning, your placement of stones will automatically take the stretch into account. Also, each stone should sit on its own, independent glue dot to allow for stretch.
I have never tried that! But, I suspect it would work. You may want to try on a sample piece of leather first. E6000 doesn't work well with plastic stones, so only use the real thing. I THINK they make rhinestones set in prongs, which may work better on leather. You may want to investigate that route. Try Dreamtime Creations or Rhinestone Guy if you're in the US.
you can use the pointy end of the applicator tip (or a toothpick) to carefully lift off the excess glue. Depending upon your fabric, it may leave a mark. If you want the mark completely gone, use "Goo Gone" or a similar product to completely remove the glue, then clean the spot, then re-apply your glue. BEFORE you use Goo Gone, please test a scrap of fabric or a piece inside a seam that doesn't show to make sure it doesn't ruin your garment.
I wish I knew how to add pictures to these comments! If you look on my Facebook page, you'll see pics of several costumes with a fade or random pattern. I lay out a sample of what I want to do first. Once I'm comfortable with my plan, I start placing the stones on the costume. I usually start with largest stones first, then the next largest, and so on. I want to make a video showing this technique, but am too busy making costumes to find time to sit down and edit videos! It's definitely on my list of "to do" videos.
You have to use individual dots to apply stones, keeping each stone's movement independent of its neighbors, so that you maintain the ability to stretch between the stones. Even if you stretch your costume out on a board, don't ever put glue in a straight line - the stones will fall off! (I learned this the hard way when I started stoning - thankfully on a T-shirt.) It's going to be difficult to correct this problem, but it's not impossible. I would try stretching the costume on a board to approximate your measurements then pluck off the stones that seem uncooperative. Clean off excess glue with Goo Gone (test a piece of fabric for color fastness first). Wash the costume (or at least the part that had Goo Gone on it), then go back to stoning. If you can't get the glue off, try adding appliques or creating a new stone pattern that hides the yucky part. My kids' middle school art teacher always told them, "If you make a mistake, make it great!" That may be what you have to do. Let me know how it goes!
I've never specifically stoned a guitar strap, but I have done a jacket, and many dance and theatrical costumes, and used the same techniques that you saw in the video. I'd use the same techniques for a guitar strap. Is there something more specific you're wanting to know?
I haven't used it specifically on the rubber on tennis shoes, but I use E6000 for practically every gluing situation. I strongly suspect that it will work for you.
Dear Rhinestone Queen--I have a simple & dumb question; Does one need to turn over each rhinestone so they are flat with the back on your prepared surface, even the small ones? All the tutorials I watch just reach off-screen and then place the rhinestone on with a pick-up tool. Frustrating!! Please advise.
Yes. You do need to turn over the rhinestones to use the tool. I use a small triangle tray like the one in the link from Amazon, but there are other options available. So sorry you go frustrated! Hope this helps. a.co/d/7uB003j
Plastic take out containers work great. Just give the stones a bit of a shake as you go along and they will put themselves in the proper position. Having the lid helps with storage too!
YES Dental wax ! I was told by some other you-tuber to use bees wax ..for the rhinestone picker-upper - useless! I eventually tried dental wax on a chopstick - Woo hoo...
It only happened once - when I used some large acrylic stones. The effect actually worked for my project at the time, but I now know not to use it with acrylic stones. In the 20+ years I've been using it with Swarovski and other high-quality stones, I've never had an issue.
I've bought some Gem Tac, but have never used it because I don't like its consistency compared to E6000. It's really a personal preference. If you don't like E6000, give the Gem Tac a try. Many people use it, but E6000 is my preferred glue. You can see in the video that I was rhinestoning a T-shirt. I've put in the washer and dryer many times with minimal stone loss. I did a T-shirt here for a simple example to show basic rhinestoning techniques I use, but MOST of my rhinestone work is on dance costumes. You can see photos of some of my costumes on my Facebook page "Rhinestone Queen Costumes" to get an idea of the stone work that I usually do. I use the same techniques that I used to stone that T-shirt to rhinestone the hundreds of custom dance costumes I've created over the years.
I make my own foam boards from building insulation foam sheets I buy at Home Depot, I buy the glue that I used in the video from Wal Mart, but it is also available on Amazon. The pick up sticks that I use are from a wholesale supplier, but Amazon has these that work great a.co/d/dHkpOiO. (Let me know if that link doesn't work.)
Try this link if the first one I sent didn't work. www.amazon.com/Beadaholique-Positioner-Swarovski-Flatbacks-Rhinestones/dp/B0096M2510/ref=sr_1_8?crid=1U9G9CY4SYDMR&keywords=pick+up+rhinestones&qid=1688657305&sprefix=pick+up+rhinest%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-8
I use flat backs (non-hot fix). Hot fix stones are flat back, too, but they have heat-activated adhesive. I don't have a heat press and I like the control of laying one stone at a time, so I've never considered using hot fix stones.
I stone practically all of my team shirts (so my hubby doesn't mistake them for his!) The only "special" thing I do is turn them inside out to wash and dry them. The stones usually stay on for a year or more, then they slowly start falling off. For dance costumes where I'd actually "care" about losing stones, I'd wash by hand in cold water and hang dry. Thanks for watching!
I order mine from Rhinestones Unlimited, but they probably require that you have a wholesale account to order from them. I did find this one on Amazon that a client of mine uses. It works great. www.amazon.com/dp/B0096M2510?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_0WPJFPS9FX69MKXDMDN1
I ordered mine through my supplier, Dreamtime Creations. Swarovski changed their distribution model since this video was published, so I now almost exclusively use the "Dreamtime Crystals" brand, which are comparable quality to Swarovski. (I believe they are Swarovski stones repacked under the Dreamtime label as Dreamtime is one of the few suppliers remaining for Swarovski crystals.) I also like the Preciosa Maxima crystals (also from Dreamtime). Happy stoning!
