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

NO MORE SEWING Beacon 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. TACKING Another 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 COSTUMES Although 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 PATCHES 1) 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 USE It 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 GLUE 1) 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 THIN Applying 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 THICKENING My 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.

This stuff is pricey but you get what you pay for and this glue is worth the money - there's nothing like it that I know of. It bonds beyond incredibly well, dries quickly and works not just with fabric. Like the bottle says, "bonds with fabrics, lace. Glass, leather, wood trims." I have used for 2-3 years now on fabric, textile art. For example: I glued a board to fabric and then a stick onto that fabric and you could pick up the 15x20 piece of wood by the glued stick. Confidently strong! I'm afraid to risk trying the cheaper brands. Only warning but worth the hassle: for small precision glue jobs - you have to be a little careful, a little goes a long way, if it accidentally pours out onto fabric that's not good cuz it can be difficult if not impossible to completely remove, so I often use a toothpick (or metal tool, or fingers) to precisely steer it where I want it to go.

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.

This is the only fabric glue I have found that sticks and holds up to several washes. It is thin and you must apply it slowly and I recommend having something on the back of what you are gluing so it does not bleed through to other parts of the fabric you may not be gluing. This is great for repairing hems, gluing pads back in bras, embellishments, trim and it works on leather too. I gave it a 4 on ease of use because it is hard sometimes to keep this fabric tac from going through more sheer fabrics and sticking to things you do not want to glue.

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.

I used to use Aleene's Fabric Fusion when I need to glue fabric together. However, they changed their glue formula from fast drying solvent-based formula to a slow drying, probably water based, formula. It does not work well for me anymore. From online searching I found this product BEACON Fabri-Tac Premium Fabric Glue with good reviews. Because it is highly flammable, I know it much be fast drying and it didn't disappoint me. It works very well just like the old Aleene's Fabric Fusion. I am very happy about the results. Highly recommended!

This glue dries quickly and creates a permanent bond. A bit pricey, but…

I bought this glue to add to my hoard of glues because I heard it was good for gluing flowers onto scrapbook pages. The adhesive dries pretty quickly and seems to work well on the flowers.