Crafters who use glue guns

qualitygal · ‎10-04-2010

What one do you use and what are you making with yours?

What should I know about using them? Don't burn myself, yes, got it. LOL

FranandZoe · ‎03-09-2010

I'm not a crafter but I wouldn't be without a glue gun. Mine is just a small cheapie - I've had it for years. I think I got it at Joanne Fabrics. They come in very handy for gluing everything. The glue has more staying power than cold glue. I just glued the back of my entertainment/tv stand back on. You just have to work in sections on something larger since it does dry quickly.

WRXtoo · ‎03-22-2010

Protect your whole workspace and practice a little before gluing something important. My glue gun's a cheapy as well, from a chain craft store. Have fun!

ETA: I use mine for all sorts of crafts and repairs around the house.

BadWolf · ‎10-10-2014

Cheapies are fine. Just make sure to get one that can handle both low and high temp glue sticks. Low for styrofoam etc.

ValuSkr · ‎03-15-2014

I use a SureBonder Glue Gun and it never disappoints. It's inexpensive, you can probably find it at most craft stores.

marky · ‎03-10-2010

I have a cheap one also. They are also good for use when using a more permanent bonding agent such as E-6000.

I have seen crafters use the E-6000 to glue wood but it takes a while to set up so right after they apply the E-6000, they also add some hot glue next to it. This enables the pieces to hold immediately while the E-6000 has time to dry.

You can also apply hot glue dots to things that need a cushion such as a glass cutting board. The dots will keep things from slipping.