What glue do you use? I bought Flitter Glue (after i n t e r m i n a b l e searching!!) on the advice of a Y.T.'r, but am disgusted with how long it's taking to DRY!!! I also bought the "Best Glue Ever", but to date haven't opened that one.
I have used Aleene's tacky glue on several cards and all the cards warped and buckled to the point I couldn't use them. I had it on hand so I used it, but no more. Not for card making anyway. Thank you for your review. You confirmed what I was thinking.
I have been using AGG for about 15 years and I love it! If you are anywhere close to Cottonwood Arizona you have to stop into their show room! It’s just amazing! Sometimes on Saturdays they sometimes have make takes. Don’t be surprised if you have some glitter on you when you leave there!
Thank you! I have struggled so much and ruined so many cool projects in the glueing process. Another difference I would be interested in is how easy it is to shift things around after gluing. I’m also interested in your favorite tape runners, the best way to use them and how you decide to use that vs glue. Keep up the great work! It is so appreciated!! ❤️
I use all of the glues you sampled for us, they are all great for my projects. Next time use black paper or card stock to demonstrate, shows up better, just a tip. Thanks for the demo.
Thank you for this awesome video! I love AGG and Beacon. I call Beacon my construction glue. It's especially helpful on my 3D projects. And when I don't have heavy duty cardstock and I want to add some strength to my projects, I definitely go for Beacon 3-in-1. 🤩🤩🤩
Thanks for the video! I use the Bearly Arts glue for the teeny tiny precision pieces and double sided tape for adhering larger pieces of card stock together. Avoids the warping and saves the spendy Bearly Arts glue for when I really need precision.
Great video. Love it when video's get to the point. So great you covered 'buckling' which is the main issue I have & have wasted so much money on getting one that works for cardstock. The best I've found so far here in Australia is Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue but not the cheapest but will now try the Beacon 3 in 1 & the Art Glitter Glue which I can get here. Thanks again.
When I use glue for my projects and use the tacky glue, I usually squeeze some out on a piece of card stock that I would be throwing out or on my craft mat. I then just apply it with a thin paintbrush to the project.
Thank you for the great comparison video. I am a super new crafter and had to buy everything from glue on up. I have the tacky glue but none of the others. I saw the Beacon in our Dollar Tree but disappeared months ago. They only have their foam board glue now. Hope it's a supply chain issue. The Bearly Art isn't in Canada. Since I had to buy this type of glue, tape runners and glue sticks, I would appreciate a video on those too. Thanks for sharing.
Art glitter glue! It is thinner than Aleenes and Scotch (haven’t tried the others) yet holds just as good and I don’t have to leave my glue bottle upside down. Like you said it’s perfect for intricate work.
I thin Aileen’s with water, in one of those little squeeze bottles with the metal tips. Maybe 1 part water to 3 parts glue, I don’t know. I don’t measure, I just add glue to the water, in that little bottle , shake, squirt it out to observe the viscosity, add or decrease glue. Not rocket science but i am trying to find the non-buckling formula! I wish I could order the glitter glue into Canada without pledging my firstborn. Not kidding.
I used the same ones you chose Nick, love those two glues. Aleen's glue is just to hard for these RA hands to get out, just doesn't happen. So for me it is Art Glitter Glue for fine detail work, you can't go wrong with Beacon glue, and of course my trusty ATG tape gun. lol Great comparisons! Hugs, Brenda
I might be the only one, but when I get buckling I iron it at about 300. It's saved me from wasting time and supplies! I love beacon glues, I've been using fabri-tac for most of my crafting for over 25 years. I haven't tried the 3 in 1 yet, im going to try it and the Art glitter glue based on this video! Thank you
Thanks very much for this video. I agree that the Bearly Art glue is watery and was pretty disappointed when I tried it. You could see the ridge left by the glue until it dried completely. Wish I'd tried Art Glitter glue first. Right now I'm liking NUVO Deluxe Adhesive, but I believe it's more expensive than some of the others. It does have a fine pointed tip so it works for small embellishments or the backs of die cut words.
I'd like to suggest that you compare pricing as well, and yes, I know prices change with time, but usually they will stay within a ratio of the most expensive to least expensive so you can see how much glue for your buck you get - Crafting supplies are expensive and all those pennies add up. I'd be curious how dollar store glues compare.
The last I looked (early 2022?) my $-tree carried the Beacon's, Aleen's Tacky, and Elmer's; obviously in small bottles, but if you don't use glue regularly, maybe that's a good thing? That way less of the product can go bad. Oh, they also had / have an 8 oz. bottle of E6000 Adhesive Spray ("Low Odor, Interior / Exterior, Easy Clean-Up, Multi-Surface, ... Scrapbooking & Framing, ... ). CAVEAT!!! C L E A R the NOZZLE A N D TUBE after each use!!! (BTW ... to keep AERASOL CANS from plugging up, up-end the can and spray until the discharge BLOWS C L E A R!! Obviously, you don't want to be doing BUNCHES of bitty projects and clearing the nozzle this way, or you'll run out of air in the can, but NOT doing this, plugs up the inside tube and nozzle. Enjoy, Crafters, and be well!
I like Art glitter glue and ranger multi medium matte since it dries with no shine at all. I use the Scrapbook Adhesives tape runner. Best tape runner I’ve ever used.
Thank you for this video. I am originally from The Netherlands, we moved here almost 10 year ago. I used solvent based glue in The Netherlands the most. It is very easy to get there, many different brands and extremely affordable. (I use (this) glue because there is some time to wriggle cardstock in the exact place.) So when I needed glue it was very hard to find the glue I wanted. All I found is water based, which I don’t like because of the warping of the cardstock. About a year ago I finally found the beacon glue at the Dollar Tree, it specifies for foam board, but it is solvent based. Then for months is was not available until last week. The new glue is in bigger bottles, but unfortunately they changed the formula and is now water based. Result: warped cardstock. I will go and try the 3 in 1 from Beacon, hopefully that one is still solvent based. I also use Aleene’s glue, although it is difficult to get out the bottle. There is an Aleene’s glue that stays tacky, that is perfect to make your own glue dots, or to make your own enamel dots sticky. The other two types you showed are way overpriced in my opinion. I wonder if I water down my Aleene’s and put it in a fine tipped bottle if I get the same results… Again, thank you for this comparison👍👍
Would the Aleene's Clear Tacky glue work? The regular bottle of Aleene's is hard to use, I've used it most of my crafting life. I'm 74 so that's been a good while. Perhaps putting the Aleene's in one of those smaller bottles with the precision tip would work. Thank you for your video.
I love following you! I have used all of the glue you mentioned and am now using Nuvo deluxe adhesive....would love for you to give an opinion on it. please
I just placed an order for the Beacon glue. I am willing to try a new one. I am using Art Glitter in bottles I bought on Amazon that have a small tip and cap. I don’t like the tip for Art Glitter. My pin rusted in it and it also got clogged. Thanks for all the valuable info.
Yay! I think you’ll like it. As I said, there is an odor but it’s a great glue. I have run into the pin rusting too with the Art Glitter Glue. It is still a fantastic choice!
@@TheBeardedHousewife So far, I haven't purchased it. The shipping in the U.S. was over twice as much as the cost of the Collall glue but still plan on getting the others! Thanks again!
I will add that video to my list. Yes, I have run into the Art Glitter Glue not adhering. It can dry pretty quickly so if I’m slow at applying the layer or I get distracted, I will have to reapply. It can happen if I don’t put enough glue on as well.
I don't have experience with all the glues but I do think you used way too much of the bearly art glue which might have lead to your warping. I don't have a problem with warping and I use the precision tip with just a quick outline then a little squiggle on the cardstock. I just finished an album which had me glue lots of layers, a full page of decorative cardstock, a tab of cardstock that folds over the main page, wth the hinged part behind the main cardstock (attached before attaching the main page to the album), several cardstock embellishments on the card, a piece of watercolor paper, chipboard embellishments, heavy printed paper embellishments, fabric lace, vellum printed embellishments on each page. 14 pages later, nothing is warped and all is holding well. I pulled at the items, no problems with adhesion.
Thanks for the feedback! Like I said, this was my personal opinion and I know everyone will probably have different results. I did use the same amount of glue as the other tests, though. Your project sounds amazing!
I loved the video! The different tests you did were a lot of what I would need. My only question is are any or all of them acid free? I'm looking for a good glue I can use for scrapbooking as well, and they usually recommend it to be acid free to keep it from yellowing. What would you recommend?
Please do a video on tape runners and other adhesives for card making. Thank you, going to make your Christmas Concertina Card, struggling to get it to work as the video speeds through the process and the blue layer never attaches. Wish me luck
If you are getting buckling from your adhesive then you are possibly applying too much of it. Only a small amount is needed to adhere cardstock together.
Look, a man with a Cricut. I don't know why papercrafting has to be such a girly hobby. I subscribed. I don't have a favorite adhesive. They all displease me in different ways.
I also have an issue with Aileen's Glue being so hard to get out of the bottle; it seems as if there should be a way to have a more flexible bottle. I'd love the lower price, but it's just so hard to work with. Has anyone tried rebottling it? Is it worth the effort?
I have a very old bottle, the largest available. The glue was very hard to get out. So I added some water, and rotated the bottle a lot. It helped, but your idea to rebottle: going to try that! Great idea. And perhaps I will put it in a fine tipped bottle and add enough water so it acts like the Glitter glue and/or the Bear glue.
Do you recommend putting the glue all the way to the edges? Does the work peel up. Do you spread it out after applying it? I would think it would create a bulge if you don't spread out. Thanks in advance for your reply. pa
My issue is how obscenely overpriced AGG and Bear glue are. Sorry. Don't care how good the glue is (and both are great) $22 (as of today) for a bottle of GLUE is absurd. This is not mermaid tears or Aztec gold; it's glue. They need to cut their prices.
I totally agree with you, it is not just the glue, other craft items (especially for card makers so it seems) are ridiculously overpriced! Luckily there are alternatives, and often the same articles, from companies not specifically for card making.
I put some of my 3 in 1 glue in a needle tip bottle; great for those tiny fill ins and fine line gluing.
Great tip!!!
I’d love to see your review of tape runners! Thanks for this video. I use glue a lot. This helps.
I will add that to my list. I am so glad this was helpful!!
What glue do you use? I bought Flitter Glue (after i n t e r m i n a b l e searching!!) on the advice of a Y.T.'r, but am disgusted with how long it's taking to DRY!!! I also bought the "Best Glue Ever", but to date haven't opened that one.
I use Aleene's and a brush. I prefer a brush to a nozzle
Oh a brush is an excellent idea!
I have used Aleene's tacky glue on several cards and all the cards warped and buckled to the point I couldn't use them. I had it on hand so I used it, but no more. Not for card making anyway. Thank you for your review. You confirmed what I was thinking.
I have been using AGG for about 15 years and I love it! If you are anywhere close to Cottonwood Arizona you have to stop into their show room! It’s just amazing! Sometimes on Saturdays they sometimes have make takes. Don’t be surprised if you have some glitter on you when you leave there!
The show room sounds amazing!! AGG is a great glue!
Thank you! I have struggled so much and ruined so many cool projects in the glueing process. Another difference I would be interested in is how easy it is to shift things around after gluing. I’m also interested in your favorite tape runners, the best way to use them and how you decide to use that vs glue. Keep up the great work! It is so appreciated!! ❤️
Oh the shift test. Great idea, Tracy!
Yeah, some clue as to working time would be good.
I use all of the glues you sampled for us, they are all great for my projects. Next time use black paper or card stock to demonstrate, shows up better, just a tip.
Thanks for the demo.
Good feedback. Thank you!
I don't get warping because I use a brayer to make sure the glue is evenly spread between layers
The brayer is such a smart tip!
Thank you for this awesome video! I love AGG and Beacon. I call Beacon my construction glue. It's especially helpful on my 3D projects. And when I don't have heavy duty cardstock and I want to add some strength to my projects, I definitely go for Beacon 3-in-1. 🤩🤩🤩
That’s a good point. It does add more strength to the card.
Thanks for the video! I use the Bearly Arts glue for the teeny tiny precision pieces and double sided tape for adhering larger pieces of card stock together. Avoids the warping and saves the spendy Bearly Arts glue for when I really need precision.
Using tape to adhere the larger pieces is an excellent idea!
Great video. Love it when video's get to the point. So great you covered 'buckling' which is the main issue I have & have wasted so much money on getting one that works for cardstock. The best I've found so far here in Australia is Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue but not the cheapest but will now try the Beacon 3 in 1 & the Art Glitter Glue which I can get here. Thanks again.
My pleasure!
When I use glue for my projects and use the tacky glue, I usually squeeze some out on a piece of card stock that I would be throwing out or on my craft mat. I then just apply it with a thin paintbrush to the project.
Great idea!
Would like to see tape runner comparison.
I’ll add that to my list, Connie!
Thank you. I liked the 3in1. I’ll be picking one up tomorrow.
Let me know what you think!
Great reviews, I am a Art Glitter Glue and Beacon FabriTac/3in1 fan and use them in all of my paper projects.🥰🙋🏻♀️💜tfs
I’m so glad you liked it!
Thank you for the great comparison video. I am a super new crafter and had to buy everything from glue on up. I have the tacky glue but none of the others. I saw the Beacon in our Dollar Tree but disappeared months ago. They only have their foam board glue now. Hope it's a supply chain issue. The Bearly Art isn't in Canada. Since I had to buy this type of glue, tape runners and glue sticks, I would appreciate a video on those too. Thanks for sharing.
I will add that to my list, Sue!
@@TheBeardedHousewife Thanks so much. By the way, Happy New Year!
Art glitter glue! It is thinner than Aleenes and Scotch (haven’t tried the others) yet holds just as good and I don’t have to leave my glue bottle upside down. Like you said it’s perfect for intricate work.
It is the perfect choice for intricate pieces!!
Good video. I have used Art Glitter Glue since day one. Will definitely check out Beacon. Yes, please do a tape runner comparison.
Thank you, Shirl. I will add that video to my list!
I thin Aileen’s with water, in one of those little squeeze bottles with the metal tips. Maybe 1 part water to 3 parts glue, I don’t know. I don’t measure, I just add glue to the water, in that little bottle , shake, squirt it out to observe the viscosity, add or decrease glue. Not rocket science but i am trying to find the non-buckling formula! I wish I could order the glitter glue into Canada without pledging my firstborn. Not kidding.
That’s a nice tip! Thanks for sharing!
I used the same ones you chose Nick, love those two glues. Aleen's glue is just to hard for these RA hands to get out, just doesn't happen. So for me it is Art Glitter Glue for fine detail work, you can't go wrong with Beacon glue, and of course my trusty ATG tape gun. lol Great comparisons! Hugs, Brenda
I totally agree, Brenda.
Thanks for the video! Would love to see a video on tape as well. Especially your thoughts on score tape. Thanks again, it was very informative!
I will add that to my list. 😊
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do a video on tape runners/double sided tape/ adhesive!
I will be soon.
I might be the only one, but when I get buckling I iron it at about 300. It's saved me from wasting time and supplies! I love beacon glues, I've been using fabri-tac for most of my crafting for over 25 years. I haven't tried the 3 in 1 yet, im going to try it and the Art glitter glue based on this video! Thank you
Oh that is a great tip!!
Thanks very much for this video. I agree that the Bearly Art glue is watery and was pretty disappointed when I tried it. You could see the ridge left by the glue until it dried completely. Wish I'd tried Art Glitter glue first. Right now I'm liking NUVO Deluxe Adhesive, but I believe it's more expensive than some of the others. It does have a fine pointed tip so it works for small embellishments or the backs of die cut words.
My pleasure!
I'd like to suggest that you compare pricing as well, and yes, I know prices change with time, but usually they will stay within a ratio of the most expensive to least expensive so you can see how much glue for your buck you get - Crafting supplies are expensive and all those pennies add up. I'd be curious how dollar store glues compare.
That’s a great idea! I’ll add that suggestion to my list!
The last I looked (early 2022?) my $-tree carried the Beacon's, Aleen's Tacky, and Elmer's; obviously in small bottles, but if you don't use glue regularly, maybe that's a good thing? That way less of the product can go bad. Oh, they also had / have an 8 oz. bottle of E6000 Adhesive Spray ("Low Odor, Interior / Exterior, Easy Clean-Up, Multi-Surface, ... Scrapbooking & Framing, ... ). CAVEAT!!! C L E A R the NOZZLE A N D TUBE after each use!!! (BTW ... to keep AERASOL CANS from plugging up, up-end the can and spray until the discharge BLOWS C L E A R!! Obviously, you don't want to be doing BUNCHES of bitty projects and clearing the nozzle this way, or you'll run out of air in the can, but NOT doing this, plugs up the inside tube and nozzle.
Enjoy, Crafters, and be well!
I like Art glitter glue and ranger multi medium matte since it dries with no shine at all. I use the Scrapbook Adhesives tape runner. Best tape runner I’ve ever used.
I like your recommendations! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for this tutorial. I have been using the 3in1 . I agree that the aleen tacky glue is very hard to 🙏take out
It really is! What do you think of the odor from the 3 in 1, Elizabeth?
@@TheBeardedHousewife Nick to be honest I have not had an issue with the smell
Thank you for the detailed review of these glues!
My pleasure!
Beacon because there is still
a little bit of movement after you put it down.😊
Agreed
Thank you for this video. I am originally from The Netherlands, we moved here almost 10 year ago. I used solvent based glue in The Netherlands the most. It is very easy to get there, many different brands and extremely affordable. (I use (this) glue because there is some time to wriggle cardstock in the exact place.) So when I needed glue it was very hard to find the glue I wanted. All I found is water based, which I don’t like because of the warping of the cardstock. About a year ago I finally found the beacon glue at the Dollar Tree, it specifies for foam board, but it is solvent based. Then for months is was not available until last week. The new glue is in bigger bottles, but unfortunately they changed the formula and is now water based. Result: warped cardstock. I will go and try the 3 in 1 from Beacon, hopefully that one is still solvent based.
I also use Aleene’s glue, although it is difficult to get out the bottle. There is an Aleene’s glue that stays tacky, that is perfect to make your own glue dots, or to make your own enamel dots sticky.
The other two types you showed are way overpriced in my opinion. I wonder if I water down my Aleene’s and put it in a fine tipped bottle if I get the same results…
Again, thank you for this comparison👍👍
Would the Aleene's Clear Tacky glue work? The regular bottle of Aleene's is hard to use, I've used it most of my crafting life. I'm 74 so that's been a good while. Perhaps putting the Aleene's in one of those smaller bottles with the precision tip would work. Thank you for your video.
Thank you Nick, I definitely need to upgrade from my Aleene's. I want to try that glitter glue for my papercrafts!
My pleasure, Gina. Art Glitter Glue is a game changer for sure!
My favorite glue is the "de Luxe adhesive" from nuvo.
I love following you! I have used all of the glue you mentioned and am now using Nuvo deluxe adhesive....would love for you to give an opinion on it. please
Thank you so much, Mary. I will add the Nuvo to my list.
Thanks for the timely video as I was just wanting to know this specific information! xxT
My pleasure!
I just placed an order for the Beacon glue. I am willing to try a new one. I am using Art Glitter in bottles I bought on Amazon that have a small tip and cap. I don’t like the tip for Art Glitter. My pin rusted in it and it also got clogged. Thanks for all the valuable info.
Yay! I think you’ll like it. As I said, there is an odor but it’s a great glue. I have run into the pin rusting too with the Art Glitter Glue. It is still a fantastic choice!
Try a stainless steel pin
Thanks so much for sharing this! Lots of information. I am planning on trying out Beacon 3 in 1 and also the Art Glitter Glue.
It is my pleasure. I’d love your thoughts once you get it!
@@TheBeardedHousewife So far, I haven't purchased it. The shipping in the U.S. was over twice as much as the cost of the Collall glue but still plan on getting the others! Thanks again!
Thank you so much this has made a huge difference for me
I’m so glad!! 😊
Thanks for the great video and I would love to see a video on tape runners also. Have you ever had the Art Glitter glue not adhere?
I will add that video to my list. Yes, I have run into the Art Glitter Glue not adhering. It can dry pretty quickly so if I’m slow at applying the layer or I get distracted, I will have to reapply. It can happen if I don’t put enough glue on as well.
love your channel name so hard 🌟
Thank you!
The video moves slowly but he has which I appreciated that I did not find in other crafting videos.
Thank you for your feedback!
Great comparison video! Thank you!
My pleasure!
Finally a great tutorial. Thank you
Thank you so much!
Gina K connect glue! is hands down the best in my opinion.
Thanks for your recommendation!
I don't have experience with all the glues but I do think you used way too much of the bearly art glue which might have lead to your warping. I don't have a problem with warping and I use the precision tip with just a quick outline then a little squiggle on the cardstock. I just finished an album which had me glue lots of layers, a full page of decorative cardstock, a tab of cardstock that folds over the main page, wth the hinged part behind the main cardstock (attached before attaching the main page to the album), several cardstock embellishments on the card, a piece of watercolor paper, chipboard embellishments, heavy printed paper embellishments, fabric lace, vellum printed embellishments on each page. 14 pages later, nothing is warped and all is holding well. I pulled at the items, no problems with adhesion.
Thanks for the feedback! Like I said, this was my personal opinion and I know everyone will probably have different results. I did use the same amount of glue as the other tests, though. Your project sounds amazing!
I loved the video! The different tests you did were a lot of what I would need. My only question is are any or all of them acid free? I'm looking for a good glue I can use for scrapbooking as well, and they usually recommend it to be acid free to keep it from yellowing. What would you recommend?
Hi how are you keeping we’re can I get the glue what you talking about please let know thank you 😊
Maybe you could review Zip Dry paper glue?
I’ll add that to my list!
Please do a video on tape runners and other adhesives for card making. Thank you, going to make your Christmas Concertina Card, struggling to get it to work as the video speeds through the process and the blue layer never attaches. Wish me luck
Let me know if you need further help with the Concertina Card!
Trying to glue a laminated label onto an index card? Nothing is working? Any suggestions?
Can you put the Alenes tacky glue into a different container er so it's easier to use?
I haven’t tried that but it’s worth a shot!
If you are getting buckling from your adhesive then you are possibly applying too much of it. Only a small amount is needed to adhere cardstock together.
Nice tip!
Look, a man with a Cricut. I don't know why papercrafting has to be such a girly hobby. I subscribed.
I don't have a favorite adhesive. They all displease me in different ways.
Well thank you! Crafting is fun for everyone, right?
My tape runner gives out after a card has been stored. Walmart runner
Get your glue here!😌✨
Thanks 🎉
My pleasure!
Thank you.
My pleasure, Yvonne!
I also have an issue with Aileen's Glue being so hard to get out of the bottle; it seems as if there should be a way to have a more flexible bottle. I'd love the lower price, but it's just so hard to work with. Has anyone tried rebottling it? Is it worth the effort?
I haven’t rebottled the Aileen’s.
I have a very old bottle, the largest available. The glue was very hard to get out. So I added some water, and rotated the bottle a lot. It helped, but your idea to rebottle: going to try that! Great idea. And perhaps I will put it in a fine tipped bottle and add enough water so it acts like the Glitter glue and/or the Bear glue.
I mean the best glue you said
I get them on Amazon.
Do you recommend putting the glue all the way to the edges? Does the work peel up. Do you spread it out after applying it? I would think it would create a bulge if you don't spread out. Thanks in advance for your reply. pa
I try to get close to edge but I don’t spread
I'm concerned with buckling.
I find the Beacon 3 in 1 and Art Glitter Glue give me the best results. Little to no buckling.
I’ve used the AAG for over a decade but man it likes to clog. I’ve switched to the bear glue this year.
It does like to clog!
Would the art glitter glue precision tip work on the beacon glue?
I have tried that but the beacon is a little on the thicker side. It has a hard time passing through the precision tip.
What thickness is your cardstock?
In this experiment, the cardstock I used was 65 lb.
show pics. of your family please
I wish I could but two out of three are still foster kids!
My issue is how obscenely overpriced AGG and Bear glue are. Sorry. Don't care how good the glue is (and both are great) $22 (as of today) for a bottle of GLUE is absurd. This is not mermaid tears or Aztec gold; it's glue. They need to cut their prices.
You are right. They can be pricey.
I totally agree with you, it is not just the glue, other craft items (especially for card makers so it seems) are ridiculously overpriced! Luckily there are alternatives, and often the same articles, from companies not specifically for card making.
I like 3 in 1 BUT, it is horrible for foil on foil card stock. Any recommendations for foil against foil card stock crafts. 🥲
I’d go with the Art Glitter Glue.