Choosing the right adhesive for applying flatback crystals depends greatly on the surface you will be applying the stone to. For cotton and synthetic fabrics, E6000 adhesive is also a very popular choice for adhering to fabrics and hard surfaces. If you plan on applying flatback crystals to fabric only, consider the Swarovski 2038 and 2078 HotFix Crystals, which come pre-manufactured with a small amount of dried adhesive on the back. Adhesives on Hot Fix crystals are activated with a Hot Fix application tool or heat press. Hotfix stones make a great choice for making crystal transfers and appliques. If you are applying the 2088 to a metal, glass, or other hard plastic surface, a two-part epoxy is a great solution. Two-Part rhinestone epoxy offers durability and strong bonds to nonporous surfaces because of the chemical reaction that takes place during the hardening process.
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Crystal rhinestones are available from GlitzOnline at 3 price points: Swarovski, Preciosa and GlitzStones. There is little to no difference in the brilliance under lights or on a stage. If you are on a budget, the GlitzStone selections are amazingly comparable to Swarovski. We also keep GlitzStones in many of the colors and shapes that Swarovski has discontinued.
Choosing the right size of flatback crystal is sometimes daunting as they come in so many sizes. The 20ss Crystal size is very good for general flat backing and surface covering. About the size of a hole punch, this size is great for covering large surfaces in faster time while keeping a detailed amount of sparkle. The 2088 Swarovski Crystal is currently available in sizes 12ss to 48ss. Large sizes from ss30 to ss48 are excellent for adding impressive accents to your jewelry and accessories, while smaller sizes such as 12ss to 20ss are great for fine detail and fill work.