Hello, this is 2021…. and the world of rhinestone embellishments has evolved significantly even when the only tool you have is an electric iron#. Although it is no easy feat, tried and trusted methods of keeping your stones intact on your outfits after multiple hand/machine washes now exist. You’ll agree with me that there’s no need to reinvent the wheel so join me on this journey as I share some tips with you. Don’t forget to leave a comment after reading and practising these tips.
DIY TIPS ON HOW TO KEEP RHINESTONES FROM FALLING OFF FABRIC SURFACE
1. Always Place 1-2 shirt boards in between your outfit to Separate front piece from back piece before you attempt to press. This is because Sometimes the glue behind the rhinestones melts and adheres both front and back piece together especially if your outfit fabric is light e.g chiffon
2. Cover your stones and the area of the outfit you are stoning with a sheet of Ankara or A4 paper before placing your electric iron on them. The Ankara fabric serves to protect your outfit from heat marks and iron burn but if you can afford teflon sheet, please buy one ASAP.
3. Apply pressure. i’ll repeat for Emphasis, APPLY PRESSURE. Make sure to Use a table or stool that is below your waist line; rest your body weight on the electric iron. Press for 5 seconds; check if stones have stuck, if not, press for another 5 seconds. There’s a science behind heat pressing and it has got 2 components: heat and pressure! Be sure to use both. Even if you’re using the single stone applicator, still apply pressure. I hope this helps.
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Lots of Love and Blings,
Bedazzle.
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