BEACON Fabri-Tac Premium Fabric Glue - Quick Drying, Crystal Clear, Permanent - for Fabrics, Canvas, Lace, Wood and More, 4-Ounce

NO MORE SEWINGBeacon Fabri-Tak does an excellent job of bonding fabrics, without soaking through. For guys, its a Godsend---no more stapling torn pants pockets or hemming pant-legs with duck-tape. I've used Fabri-Tak to hem pants, to apply patches to holes in work-clothes, to apply uniform patches, even to make up straps and belts with webbing and plastic buckles. For repair patches, it works better than iron-on patches. The only real major limit is seams which come under alot of stress, such as pants inseams (i.e., crotches) (including zippers), or children's play clothes.TACKINGAnother use is to make difficult sewing jobs easier. For example, you can "tack" material together for a rough fitting, adjust to a tighter fit, and then sew the seams. Or you can assemble a garment with Fabri-Tac, and then sew it easier (i.e., with simple stitches rather than multiple rows or complicated stitches).FOR COSTUMESAlthough no other reviewers mention it, Fabri-Tac is ideal for assembling costumes which will only be worn a few hours and probably never be washed.FOR UNIFORM OR DECORATIVE PATCHES1) Mark the target area. I suggest using a soft pencil (or water soluble felt-tip marker) to mark underneath the edges of the patches (where the marks won't show) For round patches, mark the orientation, i.e., the exact top and/or exact bottom. Do NOT wash the garment immediately after applying patches.2) Apply a light bead of glue 3/16 to 1/4" from the edge around the circumference, and then thin parallel lines about 3/8" apart across the interior which corresponding to embroidered parts of the patch. Some patches are virtually completely filled with embroidery, some aren't---do NOT apply Fabri-Tak to large (> 3/8" in diameter)unbroidered areas, or the patch may "pucker".3) Align and press hard enough to spread out the glue. Place a heavy object (such as a brick or several thick books) on top of the patch (and underneath if you need to make a flat surface), and leave it for an hour. If you do this alot, then squares of thin plywood the size of the patches (on the top and bottom) and spring clamps will do the trick and allow you to apply several patches at a time.WARNING--patches applied this way may be impossible to remove after a week---if the patches are temporary, don't be so diligent, a light bead around the circumference is enough, or better yet, sew temporary patches on.TIP ON USEIt REALLY dries fast. Maybe after a minute you can still tack things together temporarily, but you won't have a permanent bond. If you want a permanent bond, apply to a small section and quickly press the fabric pieces together, and hold for at least 5 seconds, before moving on to the next section. If you can, clamp the section behind you as you go--clothespins will usually do, but spring clamps with flat pivitong jaws are better--Denali 14-Piece Spring Clamp Assortment. Press the fabric pretty hard--that gets the glue into the fibers. When you are done, go back and press the fabric together again.GENERAL PRINCIPALS OF GLUING ANYTHING WITH ANY GLUE1) The strength of the bond is proportional to the area. That means, spread the glue uniformly over the whole surface.2) Although counter-intuitive, the THINNER the layer of glue the stronger the bond. Especially with other types of glues, it often helps to use a spatula (such as an old plastic credit card) or popsicle stick to spread a then uniform layer of glue. With Fabri-Tac and some other glues/situations, you can apply a thin bead, and then squeeze it out into a thin uniform layer by pressing or clamping the peices together. Light clamping, or using weights for the same purpose, until the glue sets improves any gluing job.3) Regardless of the instructions, all glues take days, even weeks, to reach full strength. So, it is best to set aside garments repaired with Fabri-Tac in a warm ventilated place for a couple of days before use---and NEVER wash garments immediately after repairing them.THIN ON THINApplying thin fabric (such as ribbon, or a large area of thin felt), especially on thin fabric is a challenge. Mark the target (see above). Cut the ribbon to its final length. Then work fast. Apply the glue to the full length of the ribbon. Apply the ribbon to the target. Place a thick piece of paper over the ribbon and burnish. That means to rub hard. It is best to burnish in two or more stages, 1) quickly to get the whole ribbon burnished down, 2) repeat slower, and 3) repeat even slower. A small pastry roller is good for the first stage--but you can use your fingers or a spatula (don't forget the paper). For the last stage, an old thick credit card works well---push hard with the edge, bending the card, but keep it moving, in multiple short strokes(don't forget the paper). For items which will not be washed glue sticks will probably work better Avery Glue Stic, 0.26 oz, Pack of 6, (98095). For the most difficult projects, use spray glue.PREVENTING LEAKING AND THICKENINGMy experience is that the bottle inevitably falls over on its side, and leaks. Tightening the cap doesn't seem to help. The same problem causes the glue to thicken over time. The simple solution to this to store the bottle in a tall glass bottle. A 6 1/2"; tall olive jar is perfect.

I make junk journals and also sometimes doll clothes. I don't sew, so using this glue to adhere cloth to cloth or cloth to paper or paper to paper (especially thicker paper like cardstock or cardboard), works great! Starts sticking quickly. Very little odor, unlike some other silicone glues. If you get some on your fingers, you will need to rub it off in little bits as I've yet to find anything that will wash it off. But you can use gloves if you prefer; I just don't bother. This is a MUST HAVE if you are into junk journaling and so much easier than hand sewing or getting a sewing machine.

Used this for a cheap torn cloth sofa and it's holding up pretty well. I'm surprised by how clean the fabric is where it's glued together, no obvious glue marks or stains around it

The first time i bought this was September of 2018– i STILL have a little left this day of December 2022. And guess what? IT’s STILL GOOD! What a shelf LIFE!I had also purchased 16 oz Bish’s Tear Mender for craft projects May 2022 and that has already turned into a gloopy stinky mess which was a total waste after using it once on a T-shirt rip. I wouldn’t recommend purchasing Bishs unless you intend to use it all on a project in the same day…Now getting back to the rave review for Fabri-tac— i was vacuuming getting ready for holiday company and up came a strip of berber carpet! Mortified! I’m digging deep in my brain and craft bag for a solution and find my 4 year old Fabri-tac. I hold it up— looks good. Take off the lid— and give it a squeeze… STILL GOOD! I go to work on the carpet and was so stoked i just had to sit and give this product it’s props! I just ordered 2 more bottles! I don’t trust my luck with my vacuum finding another weak carpet loop down the line! Needless to say—this glue also helped me make a Vegas souvenir that my hubby was gonna trash into a memorable Christmas display! Bought the small lamp shade and red fringe on Amazon too! Heck—what don’t i get on Amazon?🤪

My experience with the Beacon Fabri-Tac Permanent Adhesive has been a bit of a mixed bag. Here's my feedback based on two different uses:Successful Leather Tag Attachment: I initially used this adhesive to glue a leather tag onto my hat, and it worked like a charm. The bond was strong, and the tag stayed in place securely without any signs of peeling or lifting.Unsuccessful Velcro Strip Application: However, my second attempt with this adhesive was less successful. I tried to glue a Velcro strip onto a water-resistant jacket, hoping to add some additional functionality. Unfortunately, the adhesive didn't hold up well against the jacket's material, and the Velcro strip eventually peeled off after minimal use.Versatile Use: Despite the mixed results, I appreciate the versatility of this adhesive. It's designed for use on various fabrics and materials, making it suitable for a wide range of crafting and repair projects.Easy Application: The adhesive is easy to apply, thanks to its convenient squeeze bottle design. The nozzle allows for precise application without creating a mess.Drying Time: It's worth noting that this adhesive has a relatively quick drying time, which can be advantageous for projects that require immediate bonding.Final Thoughts: While the Beacon Fabri-Tac Permanent Adhesive showed promise with certain applications, it fell short in others. It seems to work well on porous materials like leather but may struggle with more challenging surfaces such as water-resistant fabrics. If you're considering using this adhesive, I recommend testing it on a small, inconspicuous area first to ensure compatibility with your project.

This glue is a must have. Especially if working with mixed textures, different fabrics, artificial flowers and such. I have been using this brand glue for the last 20 years or so. It has served me well for my crafting. Durable hold.