Hot Glue Guns: Tips, Tricks, and Hacks for Better Crafts!

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Jennifer Maker

Jennifer Maker

Күн бұрын

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So many projects, mine included, call for hot glue. I feel like hot glue is the duct tape of the craft world, because we use it for SO many things and it does a great job keeping unusual things together. If you're new to the idea of using hot glue, the way it works is we use a special tool called a "hot glue gun" to heat a rod of special adhesive with a continuous heating elements that melts the glue and then pushes it out through the tip when you pull the trigger.
Topics covered in this video:
0:00 - Hot Glue is the Duct Tape of Crafting
0:45 - Categories of Hot Glue Guns
2:02 - Sizes of Hot Glue Guns
5:08 - Different Temperature Glue Guns
8:50 - Different Types of Hot Glue Sticks
11:04 - Getting Started with a Glue Gun
13:50 - Glue Gun Application Distance
15:06 - Open Time of Hot Glue
16:13 - Set Time of Hot Glue
17:28 - Getting the Best Bond with Hot Glue
19:20 - Keeping Your Glue Gun Tip Clean
20:10 - Safety with Glue Guns
23:45 - What Is a Glue Skillet?
25:18 - Cordless vs Corded Glue Guns
26:38 - Where Should I Get a Glue Gun?
27:36 - Can You Use Hot Glue on Felt?
28:09 - 5ft Long Glue Sticks?!
28:27 - Different Types of Glue Sticks I've Tried
29:45 - E6000 vs Hot Glue
31:15 - Cricut Glue Gun Review
33:32 - Suggestions of Using a Glue Skillet
33:52 - Best Glue Gun for Glitter Cardstock
I have several glue guns for us to look at in this video! I separate glue guns into different categories:
1. The first category is CORDED or CORDLESS. Corded glue guns are the most common, and honestly, also the most reliable. That's because most battery-powered glue guns tend to run out of batteries just when we need them, and I also notice that they sometimes struggle to get hot enough fast enough. The biggest advantage to a cordless glue gun is that they can go anywhere and you don't have a cord dragging around, messing up your stuff.
2. The next category of glue guns is SIZE. Some glue guns use mini hot glue sticks, while others use regular size glue sticks. There are even some jumbo sizes, but they are pretty rare. You should know which one your glue gun uses so you use the right size when it's time to get more glue sticks, yes, but there's more to it than that. The mini glue guns can deliver the hot glue in smaller amounts, which can be really useful for smaller crafts. The biggest downside to a mini glue gun is that the glue options are limited. The best mini glue gun I've ever used is the Cricut Glue Gun. It comes with the best mini glue sticks I've found -- they aren't anywhere near as messy as others I've tried. Fewer drips and less strings. It doesn't have a stand, but you can just lay it down like this and it doesn't cause any arm nor does it drip. Another thing I like about this glue gun is the the trigger has a more controlled output than other mini glue guns I've tried. And the tip is a really small diameter, so I don't get huge globs of glue.
3. The third category of glue guns is TEMPERATURE. You can get low temp glue guns, high temp glue guns, and even dual temp glue guns. So then the question is -- what does temperature matter? Low temp is good for more delicate things, like foam, lace, lightweight fabric, that sort of thing. Low temp is also a little more forgiving if it gets on your skin, to be honest. Low-temp glue has a higher viscosity, so it melts at a lower temperature, at about 170 to 250 degrees farenheit. That's still pretty hot! But the lower temp does give you more flexibility and it will let you reposition things a bit before it cools, too.
High temp is better for heavier materials that need a strong bond, like metal, wood, plastics, and ceramics -- basically, anything non porous. High temp glue melts at around 380 degrees Fahrenheit, and some high temp glue guns can go up to 450 degrees Farenheit, which is super hot! If you get that on yourself, we're talking third degree burns, so be careful if you're using one of these. I find that this is the most common glue gun -- the Cricut glue gun is also a high temperature glue gun, for example. If a glue gun doesn't give it's temperature on the package, it's probably a high temp glue gun. So when you go to get new glue sticks, you'll want high temp or dual temp glue sticks for it.
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@ruthrowe2941
@ruthrowe2941 Жыл бұрын
I have a Hot Glue tip: If you are glueing something that the glue may seep through such as burlap or cloth, use a baking silicone spatula to press your pieces together so you don't get burned.
@MsCookiebaker
@MsCookiebaker Жыл бұрын
I bought a large ceramic tile on which I keep my glue gun when I use it. If I should get glue on myself, I immediately touch the tile to it and it cools it down enough so that I can remove the glue. This is alot less messy than keeping a bowl of ice water nearby and prevents any spills.
@Amused2bHere
@Amused2bHere Жыл бұрын
I’ve been using hot glue guns since the 70s, even before low temp was invented, and these tips are very helpful. I even learned something new! Thanks, Jennifer!
@josephinejoura4376
@josephinejoura4376 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jennifer and the crew for all you do to make our crafting interesting.
@damamma27
@damamma27 Жыл бұрын
I love knitting mittens to give away. I also love knitting in general, crochet, making cards with stamps, dies, and digital cut files!
@susannawazelski9332
@susannawazelski9332 Жыл бұрын
I am getting hooked on Cricut! I love this and owe it all to you Jennifer for showing us how to do this!
@danamichaud8972
@danamichaud8972 Жыл бұрын
I love to quilt and make cards with my Cricut Maker. I enjoy crafting with my Cricut and learning new things from you, Jennifer! Thank you for sharing your crafty genius!
@Kraf-TYaya
@Kraf-TYaya Жыл бұрын
To glue gun or not to glue gun.... I couldn't think of doing without my glue guns. Thank you, Jennifer, for your glue gun knowledge. The silicone finger protectors are a must. I like the Dollar Tree silicone spatula, too. I have a cordless glue gun that I really like. When I put it down it sets in its own stand that continues to charge the glue gun. I have never run out of a charge during a project. You and your crew do an amazing job bringing us so much valuable information! Thank you and have a blessed day!
@lisabottjen9483
@lisabottjen9483 Жыл бұрын
Hello Jennifer, I can not thank you enough for all the wonderful things i have learned from you in this last year alone. You are truely a wonderful teacher. I have some ornaments i would like to make today for gifts and they will be two sided after watching you video. I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday season. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
@marilynrobles3887
@marilynrobles3887 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jennifer for all your hard work.
@annrosie1803
@annrosie1803 Жыл бұрын
Well thanks to Jennifer, Dollar Tree shouldn't be going out of business anytime soon! 😂
@brendaknappenberger8844
@brendaknappenberger8844 Жыл бұрын
I love sublimation, paper crafting and sewing!
@designsbydawn976
@designsbydawn976 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jennifer for all you do. I truly appreciate it. Tfs and God Bless 🥰💜
@barbarametzinger6773
@barbarametzinger6773 Жыл бұрын
My favorite type of craft? One I have supplies and time for! Usually with paper (and Cricut) or origami, then also I love all sorts of "string" crafting - knitting, crochet, tatting, macrame, all sorts of weaving - I could go on...
@nursewasson
@nursewasson Жыл бұрын
I love making and learning how to make things
@Rosie0530
@Rosie0530 Жыл бұрын
Love to do all the paper things! Cards are my favorite.
@cleist46
@cleist46 Жыл бұрын
Me too!
@jozeedz9549
@jozeedz9549 Жыл бұрын
Love sewing and learning new things with my Cricut! ❤️❤️
@dietramckamey448
@dietramckamey448 Жыл бұрын
I was at church and missed the live. I’m watching the replay. I love sublimation, paper crafts and vinyl. I want to learn embroidery but need to use some of my supplies and materials I already have on hand. 😂
@shellic33
@shellic33 Жыл бұрын
Right now I am in love with personalized stickers!
@michellec.10
@michellec.10 Жыл бұрын
I enjoy all your advice. You have helped me become a more confident crafter. Thank you!
@davidawhiting2562
@davidawhiting2562 Жыл бұрын
GLue skillets are awesome for flower arrangements!
@colleencollard3412
@colleencollard3412 Жыл бұрын
Yay finally caught a LIVE! You are the best, I've been watching your tutorials for years without making a single thing lol. I lost my precious dogs a year ago and this week my 2 lovely ladies I have had...foster for 7 and 13 years get to go live with their mama....bittersweet so happy for them but here I am now crafting because what else do you do at 59 when you are suddenly alone? Thank you so much for your inspiration!
@colleencollard3412
@colleencollard3412 Жыл бұрын
ugh it was streamed 6 hours ago I want to catch a live so bad
@cherhval
@cherhval Жыл бұрын
Hello Jennifer and crew. Thank you for your wonderful craft ideas. My favourite, so far, are luminaries.
@goldberie1
@goldberie1 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos, books, patterns and tutorials. And thank you for sharing freely with everyone. I love my Cricut, I’m getting ready to make the copper wreath you shared recently.
@buffydiebold5124
@buffydiebold5124 Жыл бұрын
Love these project/gift ideas.
@mariannekowalchuk2012
@mariannekowalchuk2012 Жыл бұрын
so much to learn about glue guns...ty so much for all the info
@charg0511
@charg0511 Жыл бұрын
Still love the snowman. Present is a good idea... lights are a great touch.
@lindalee2906
@lindalee2906 Жыл бұрын
I love this segment
@hollielabas4083
@hollielabas4083 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all your ideas! It is so great to watch you and try new things!
@renaehooper9807
@renaehooper9807 Жыл бұрын
Hello Jennifer ,watching replay . Thank you so much for all the help you have given me.
@jennyroberts9341
@jennyroberts9341 Жыл бұрын
I got a cricut 3..still trying to do the layering. I've had it for a year and half..some things I can do, some I can not. I like watching Jennifer.
@maryruthburkett9438
@maryruthburkett9438 Жыл бұрын
I make Christmas ornaments for everyone at work each year. I have only missed one year since I started in 1999. I have done glitter ornaments with vinyl on the outside, this year I am making wood burning ornaments.
@debbiebovee7679
@debbiebovee7679 Жыл бұрын
Jennifer - I wish I had your energy! This is amazing!
@bridget3027
@bridget3027 Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to watch all the videos. The snowman is the first project I I did of yours. Makes me so happy. Reminds me a Girl Scout leader days. lot of fun things when they were little.
@PrakshGo
@PrakshGo Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jennifer for your efforts to educate us with new ideas and all the product reviews you do. I am almost ready to get started with sublimation printing and to buy Cricut maker 3 and Easypress. Just waiting for the boxing day deals to kick in 🙂🤗
@christinabarr2191
@christinabarr2191 Жыл бұрын
I love love watching you make things! It can be something I already know how to make, but I will still watch your videos just to see how you teach us to do them!! Thank you for all you do for us crafters! :)
@maribelmartinez963
@maribelmartinez963 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all you do.
@rheaa4186
@rheaa4186 Жыл бұрын
Yay!!! The shoes !!! I love seeing your shoes!!!
@carolinemeza7510
@carolinemeza7510 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing all your information.
@juliecampbell725
@juliecampbell725 Жыл бұрын
I can't wait until Christmas! I am praying the cricut maker 3 makes its way under the tree! I've never done it before and can't wait to begin crafting!
@pokeba6408
@pokeba6408 7 ай бұрын
Great sharing of hot glue guns and hot glues experience and tips. Learned many things. Thanks very much.
@loriemaines1312
@loriemaines1312 Жыл бұрын
Hello Jennifer! My favorite craft to do is (right now) is sublimation on tempered glass cutting boards! I'm making them for Christmas gifts for family members. Thanks for all your wonderful informational videos! 🙂
@cleist46
@cleist46 Жыл бұрын
HelloJennifer and all the craters out there. Watching and making from Ohio. Love watching you and your generosity. You Re so talented!
@annetteking2281
@annetteking2281 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all you do to help us all year long.
@christyann166
@christyann166 Жыл бұрын
thank you for all the great tips
@willettemalone3017
@willettemalone3017 Жыл бұрын
Just wanted to share that Michaels has the Cricut Hot Glue Gun on sale for $19.99 online. I ordered 2.
@fletgoldm
@fletgoldm 6 ай бұрын
Thank you Jennifer. I just ordered my cricut glue gun from Michaels for $16.99. It was $39.99!
@lseh
@lseh Жыл бұрын
My fave is the surebonder gun fine tip with the gorilla glue sticks. Also if you have a lot of dripping your glue probably isn’t correct for your gun. You need a high heat glue for a high heat gun, and low for low, etc. Also the glue gun I have is corded and cordless. The base is plugged in and the gun sits in the charger while not in use. You get about two mins of use before it needs to be put back on base.
@loisbryan5902
@loisbryan5902 Жыл бұрын
love your lessons. thanks. Merry Christmas
@janthomason6653
@janthomason6653 Жыл бұрын
So many great ideas! Thank you for another great tutorial!
@kimhandy1861
@kimhandy1861 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great tutorial and tips!
@anncraig9233
@anncraig9233 Жыл бұрын
Darn I forgot to watch it live, but I watching it now, thank you for all you do
@gailmiller5327
@gailmiller5327 Жыл бұрын
Thanks again, Jennifer
@deewatts9643
@deewatts9643 Жыл бұрын
Love your healing mat …
@georgetteberghammer8696
@georgetteberghammer8696 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jennifer this vid was so helpful and knowledgeable. I've only used a glue gun a little bit. I burned my thumb a few months ago so bad I kept in ice for quite awhile and then work a bandage to bed it was awful!! That's a great tip about having a bowl of ice water close to your work area. Aloe Vera works amazing on a burn as I know most people probably already know this, but thought I would share it anyway. Thanks for being such a great teacher! I always enjoy your video's. Merry Christmas to you and your family,🙂❤
@nadinerampkinson8902
@nadinerampkinson8902 Жыл бұрын
Those are beautiful
@maryannmillett4232
@maryannmillett4232 Жыл бұрын
I am new to all of this. Just got the joy and trying to learn. Your videos are very helpful. I know I am going to get a bigger Cricut..
@karenedwards9262
@karenedwards9262 Жыл бұрын
My friend uses a skillet for making wreathes because she can dip into with her picks. She loves it for that.
@brendagriffin6437
@brendagriffin6437 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review. I kept purchasing mini glue gun after mini glue gun. The ones I got are messy as you have to lie them down. The cord gets twisted and in the way. I ended up with fluff and glitter etc. all over the glue end and side. Hard to keep clean. I end up throwing them away. Thankfully they were inexpensive. But last year I decided to get a better-quality glue gun. I purchased a Surebonder CL-195F Cord/cordless high temp glue gun. It has a stand with a non-stick glue pad. The cord plugs into the stand and not the gun. It has an ON/OFF button. YAY! I love this thing! Cleanup is easy. I just put the stand and glue gun away while leaving the cord attached to my work area with a cable holder.
@renaehooper9807
@renaehooper9807 Жыл бұрын
I love the glue skillet
@willemjoosse214
@willemjoosse214 Жыл бұрын
Super video thx for clear info
@blonde2thebone
@blonde2thebone 11 ай бұрын
Those are the cleanest glue guns that I have ever seen!!! LOL!!
@renaehooper9807
@renaehooper9807 Жыл бұрын
All of it is adorable
@jabolbot9371
@jabolbot9371 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been thinking about a new mini glue gun, thank you for the reviews!!
@joanparker6314
@joanparker6314 Жыл бұрын
Learning alot thank you.😁
@marias.learningallican3892
@marias.learningallican3892 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@renaehooper9807
@renaehooper9807 Жыл бұрын
Thats beautiful
@elizabethvallely4044
@elizabethvallely4044 Жыл бұрын
Great video on the clue guns as always great tips and info! Thank you Jennifer hugs Liz x
@pattiporter9728
@pattiporter9728 Жыл бұрын
Love my Cricut glue gun!
@monalisa2004
@monalisa2004 Жыл бұрын
Finger protectors are amazing!
@GerriKesler
@GerriKesler Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@michealeegarcia9482
@michealeegarcia9482 Жыл бұрын
I also do the same thing as the previous comment on the skillet . It’s also good for jewelry . I too use toothpicks with it.
@ChristieGrimes
@ChristieGrimes Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Jennifer for being such a wonderful mentor! Thank you for all your generosity and wonderful gifts all year long. Thank you for knowing all my questions without me ever even have to ask them. There is sooooo much to thank you for, but I will stop with that. You are a FABULOUS person with a beautiful heart! Merry Christmas to you and yours 😘
@ozellahardy4732
@ozellahardy4732 Жыл бұрын
Love these project/gift ideas. I work at dollar tree and let me tell you since we went up to a 1.25 we be getting some really nice stuff in. I can't go to work and not buy something lol.
@bonniestewart429
@bonniestewart429 Жыл бұрын
We got one of those dollar tree plus stores. They have cool stuff
@dariennenewton8281
@dariennenewton8281 Жыл бұрын
Good early early morning from Western Australia
@luvsbks
@luvsbks Жыл бұрын
Great information and tips! I want to try the Vaseline trick!
@mayetmahulilileilani2501
@mayetmahulilileilani2501 Жыл бұрын
Surebonder makes a glue gun that’s the best of corded and cordless worlds. It’s on a stable stand where it remains heated/heating while the stand is on. The chord is attached to the stand, not the gun, so you can take it off the stand and use the gun cordless for 2 mins, placing it back on heating stand as you go along. It’s an excellent high quality product with some other good features too. After a year of use, I highly recommend it.
@JenniferMaker
@JenniferMaker Жыл бұрын
That's awesome! Thanks for the recommendation🥰
@mayetmahulilileilani2501
@mayetmahulilileilani2501 Жыл бұрын
@@JenniferMaker loved your video… you covered so many important things about glue guns, great demonstration!
@dazzlingdoggies
@dazzlingdoggies Жыл бұрын
Going to try to make these tomorrow :)
@brendaknappenberger8844
@brendaknappenberger8844 Жыл бұрын
Hi everyone! Sorry I didn’t make live show, got home from church late but I’m watching replay!
@kimluter9614
@kimluter9614 Жыл бұрын
thank you
@morecraftier
@morecraftier Жыл бұрын
I’m new to you channel, but I’m impressed. Thank you so much for sharing. Happy Holiday
@pthomas5520
@pthomas5520 Жыл бұрын
I tried to get the glass vases last year to make the snowman but didn’t find until too late. So I plan on making him this year!
@brendanugent1849
@brendanugent1849 Жыл бұрын
I just don’t know how you do it. You crafts are so awesome.
@cathymoran2262
@cathymoran2262 Жыл бұрын
Happy Sunday!
@friedapartlow
@friedapartlow Жыл бұрын
Card making and good afternoon and happy holidays
@yougotthis4497
@yougotthis4497 Жыл бұрын
It would be great to have a video on different glue and how to use them
@brendanugent1849
@brendanugent1849 Жыл бұрын
My favorite crafts. Are large signs and paper shadow boxes or pictures.
@karenkrueger428
@karenkrueger428 Жыл бұрын
I have a surebonder cordless glue gun that has a plug in base . I also have the surebonder glue pot and I Love it
@marycornwell1798
@marycornwell1798 Жыл бұрын
Hard question! I love machine embroidery first. Paper crafting second. Crocheting third and lastly sewing.
@estherryan9750
@estherryan9750 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love hot glue ☺️
@rainbowfeathers69layla
@rainbowfeathers69layla Жыл бұрын
I have had hot glue get on my finger accidentally and it removed some skin. It was sore for awhile. So yes be careful using the hot glue gun. It was a high heat gun. My friend stopped off a low heat for me to use. Thank you Jennifer for going over this video on hot glue guns. They can be so dangerous and my cats almost stepped on a hot gun and luckily I caught them before they stepped on it.
@thislife4957
@thislife4957 Жыл бұрын
I love making stuff on my new cricket
@renaehooper9807
@renaehooper9807 Жыл бұрын
Adorable shoes
@bonniestewart429
@bonniestewart429 Жыл бұрын
Skillet is good for some wreath making. Dip the pick and poke it in the wreath. Dip the end of a leaf and add it to a wreath. If you a doing a bunch of something
@Jancass5
@Jancass5 Жыл бұрын
Well, who knew? Glue guns can multiply like rabbits!! 😉 (I think you’re adorable!)
@angelabarnett6316
@angelabarnett6316 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I need to get a new glue gun. I do use the glue skillets for floral arrangements, though.
@jessicatesoro9656
@jessicatesoro9656 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kindness to all your subscribers and followers🌷🌷🌷 May God bless us all 🙏❤️
@kimberlyreinauer2638
@kimberlyreinauer2638 Жыл бұрын
Hello from Orlando
@jessicalehman4695
@jessicalehman4695 Жыл бұрын
Jennifer, you are such a blessing to the crafting community!
@joysummers6220
@joysummers6220 Жыл бұрын
Nice Christmas Music
@KeithRogers-uz5wb
@KeithRogers-uz5wb Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to to tonight!
@videos3824
@videos3824 Жыл бұрын
I like to do tee shirts and sweatshirts with htv. Probably because I struggle with other projects!
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