Build your first bedazzling kit
Choose a small set of compatible materials for one project before buying a large mixed kit.
Flatback rhinestones
For a glue-on project, look for non-hotfix flatbacks. A single size simplifies spacing; 3 mm is the size used in our daisy template. Product size labels vary, so check the actual diameter in millimeters. Acrylic, resin and glass stones differ in weight, finish and cost; this guide does not rank untested brands.
A surface-compatible adhesive
Identify both the object material and the stone backing. Read the adhesive's technical information for supported substrates, cure conditions, ventilation and handling. An adhesive described as a craft glue is not automatically suitable for every plastic. Patch-test a spare or hidden area and wait for full cure.
A pickup tool and tray
A wax pickup pencil can help place stones without touching adhesive. Use a shallow tray to keep flatbacks facing up. Tweezers can help reposition a stone, but avoid contaminating your tool with glue.
A simple shopping list
- One empty removable case of known material.
- Two colors of 3 mm flatbacks: 42 petals and 7 centers for our seven-daisy layout, plus spares.
- A compatible adhesive in a manageable package size.
- A pickup pencil, tray, ruler and protective work surface.
Skip the extras for now
You do not need a heat applicator for a glue-on phone case. Avoid buying dozens of sizes until you know the layout you want. Buy enough for a patch test as well as the final project.
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