How to Use Bodied Tacky Glue

Tacky glue is great for arts and crafts.

Tacky glue is a stronger adhesive than most other commercially available glues. It is usually employed in small repairs and arts and crafts projects, and it is effective at bonding several kinds of materials. It is nontoxic and safe to use, but you should always be careful when applying strong glue to anything, and this type of material is no exception. Thin-bodied tacky glue refers to a smoother and more easily spread formula. It is still strong and useful in crafts projects.

Instructions

1. 

   Apply to paper in small amounts.

   Spread your thin-bodied tacky glue on construction paper, stationary, newsprint, tissue and most types of parchment in simple crafts projects, and press firmly to set in place. The glue dries clear and doesn't appear lumpy or hard, but you should be careful to not waste excess glue. Use small amounts as needed; the adhesive is strong and does not require reapplication.

2. 

   Bond fabrics, but don't wash out the glue.

   Use the tacky glue to bond pieces of fabric together. If you are making a child's playtime costume or a basket, hat or other item, the thin-bodied glue is perfect for molding and attaching fabric. Keep in mind that the glue washes out of fabric, so do not machine wash your finished product if you don't want it to come apart. The glue is pliable once dry and therefore ideal for crafts involving fabrics.

3. 

   Wood and plaster crafts require a thicker coat of the glue.

   Apply a much heavier coat of the glue on wood and other materials that are semiporous, such as pottery and plaster. Tacky glue is versatile and can be used on many materials, but the heavier ones require a thicker layer of adhesive. If you are using wood, plaster or something similar in your project, you need to set a heavy weight atop the material to help the glue bond and dry. Let it sit for at least a half an hour to allow thorough drying.

References

• Beacon Adhesives Craft Haven: Premium Tacky Glue