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Using Hot-Fix Crystals
By Katie Hacker

Sponsor: Pure Allure “Crystal Innovations”

 

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It’s easy to add a jeweled look to fabric and other surfaces with Swarovski® Hot-Fix Crystals. Each crystal has special, heat-activated cement on the back. The Swarovski® Hot-Fix Crystals are brilliant, high-quality crystals and feature 14 full-cut facets for maximum light refraction. Swarovski® Hot-Fix Crystals come in a wide range of fashion colors and are incredibly easy to apply using the Bejeweler® Stone Styler® tool. Swarovski® Hot-Fix Crystals add a stylish touch to everything they are applied to and make it easy to create your own designer look at home.

Use the Bejeweler® Stone Styler® tool to apply Hot-Fix Swarovksi® crystals to all types of surfaces, including fabric, leather, ceramics, paper, wood, foams, wax and more.

Instructions for using the Bejeweler® Stone Styler® tool:
1. Choose the appropriate tip for the size/type of crystal. The tool includes eight tips ranging in size from 2mm-7mm, plus a 5mm hot spot. Insert the tip into the tool using a clockwise motion. Do not over tighten it.
2. Allow the tool to preheat. Do not touch the tip while it’s hot.
3. Once the tool is hot, press the tip straight down on the crystal to pick it up.
4. When the glue on the back of crystals begins to melt and look shiny, it’s ready to place onto the surface of the item to be embellished.
5. Place the crystal on the surface of the item to be embellished. Press gently but firmly onto the surface of the item and lift tool straight up.

Designer Tips:
· To place crystals evenly spaced on a neckline or across another surface, measure and mark dots before adhering crystals.
· Draw a simple outline to use as a pattern. Place dots evenly spaced along the pattern to help with crystal placement. Transfer the pattern onto the surface to be embellished.
· Hot Fix crystals are perfect for embellishing jewelry and wearables but you can also use them to decorate candleholders, picture frames, journals and more!
· The tool gets very hot and can cause severe injury if used improperly. Keep hands away from the tip and any metal parts while in use. Always rest the tool in the tool stand when not in use. After using, allow it to cool completely before removing the tip for storage. Not recommended for use by children under the age of 12.
· Fabrics featuring crystal embellishments should be dry cleaned or washed on gentle, cool cycles and line-dried.

 

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