How to Attach Sequins to a Shirt

Sequins on fabric.

Fashion has a history of its own. For instance, as of 2010, a clothing item is only considered vintage if it was made between 1920 to 1960. Fashion is a culture and lifestyle in itself, creating many careers and passions. Fashion is an expression of creativity and with local craft stores at one's disposal, it gives people an opportunity to be unique and add their own additions or embellishments to their clothing. Sequins are a currently in fashion to embellish to clothing such as shirts.

Things You'll Need

• Hot glue gun
• Glue sticks

Instructions

1. 

   Attached sequins.

   Decide where you want to place your sequins on the shirt. Form a visual of what you want to create. If you want the sequins to be mostly connected, you can buy sequins that are presewn together. If not, buy the sequins individually.

2. 

   Hot glue gun.

   Heat up the glue gun and place the glue in its holder. Make sure it is hot enough and follow all safety instructions.

3. 

   Flat surface.

   Place your shirt on a flat surface. Make sure that the shirt is pressed down, making it as easy as possible to work with.

4. 

   Sequins.

   Decide where you want to place the first sequin and make a small dot of glue on the spot. Gently place the sequin on top of the glue.

5. 

   Drying clothes.

   Repeat the process until satisfied with your results. When finished, unplug the glue gun and let the shirt dry.

Tips & Warnings

• Instead of using hot glue, you can sew each sequin on individually by hand or use a sewing machine.

• Hand wash your sequined shirt and hang dry.

References

• Beyond Jane: Six Fascinating Facts About Fashion

Resources

• Technology Student: The Hot Glue Gun