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LovesDolls · Guru

Sealing hair in head. What kind of glue do YOU use?

Cathy · Veteran Member

Loves, I like the E6000 for my magnets and the felt behind the nose. For my rooting, I prefer the Aleene's Tacky Glue because the E6000 smells just too strong for the larger amount needed. The tacky glue though can take a few days to dry and like it says, it is definitely tacky so I use my fan brush to spread it around.

Heather M · Senior Member

I like E6000. It dries in a day and it is waterproof. But I can see how the smell might bother people. Maybe you could try leaving it in a well-ventilated area, or leave it in the bathroom with fan on?

shakyhandsme · Senior Member

Aleene's all the way!!

I'm a super sniffer killer... I'm allergic to so many "sents" that my nose hates me, so I stick with what works, and don't stink!! And it has not shown any difficulty with water either!

Pat C.

precious_lullabies · Guru

i use supper glue on my magnets!

i use to use the ultimate glue but it is ever so slow to dry - esp in the colder months.

Lately i've been using a spray glue - dries really fast and i can do a few coats over the course of a day. I'm using Micador spray adhesive - its acid free and non-yellowing, also water proof. Its a tacky spray so the hair inside the head really grabs hold of it. Also approved for use on plastics and vinyls. Its so much easier to spray it inside the head than trying to apply the glue with a brush -- quick, easy and mess free

but it does still smell and its an areasole (not good for the environment) -- but it is CPC free.
when spraying i just step outside, i leave the head out there for 5 mins or so and then bring it back inside, the vapor and smell has usually cleared by then.

karen · Senior Member

Can someone help me a little?
I have made a few babies now without rooting problems but just recently when i have rooted my hair and glued it, it keeps pulling out. I use the tacky glue. I did try the E6000 once but as I was spreading it it seemed to pull the hair through the head inside further and some pulled all the way through.
Should I wait until the tacky glue is dry then put another coat on or is there something that anyone knows that I may be doing wrong? I'm a little lost as like I said I never used to have this problem confused

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LovesDolls · Guru

Yes, do a second coat.

sara zata · Guru

I have been using tacky glue too, but I,m impatient too.I think Naomi,s suggestion on spray addhesive sounds great. weirdface

June M fomr Oz

karen · Senior Member

Panic over, . I think I was getting a bit tight with my glue, LOL. I put a thick second coat on and put it in my airing cupboard overnight as the warmth dries it much faster and it is now staying put. smile

Buffington · Guru

Good! Glad you found out what was going on and solved the problem. You might want to get a fan brush just for painting on your tacky glue inside the head. I use one so that it spreads pretty evenly and also so I can get a good coat.

I also have used something called Gel Mediums (regular Gel matte) put out by the Golden Paints company. They make acrylic artist paints and mediums. The smell (for me) is not unpleasant like E6000 and it dries in about 24-48 hours (I know, too slow for some of you). It dries translucent, flexible, and waterproof. I really like it. I have had/found no adverse reactions to it. I am continuing further testing on it. You can find it at most craft/artist stores. It usually comes in an 8 oz jar.
I just put it on with my fan brush. Holds the hair on really well. No, you can't put it in the oven lol

-- Edited by Buffington at 16:33, 2008-07-30

Tina W. · Guru

I use E 6000 or sometimes I use Mod Podge. No smell, dries fast and a permanent bond once its dried. Its very easy to brush on inside the head, doesn't pull out the hair like E6000.

Buffington · Guru

My friend used to use Mod Podge on the outside of her decorative hat boxes and it always stayed tacky! We never figured it out. Maybe it was a bad batch. Glad it works for you.

When spreading the glue inside the head (any glues) it's always good to have a firm grip on the hair outside the head. Some glues are thick (like the E6000) and will pull to the inside of the head. Just hold the head like a baseball, firm but not squishing, and then add the glue.

Liz · Member

Hello to all reborners, iam a new member i have only just registered..I found out about your forum when i receved an email from secrists so i thought i would have a look and came across the questions about what glue to use for the dolls head and i just had to register so that i can tell you and this is a great idea if you need any help with anything...WELLl!! i use normal craft glue where you can buy any where and i use a normal kitchen soup spoon to spread the glue inside the head which does a great job and spread it around well especially around the back of the neck and when you are done you can wash the spoon with water and reuse it as many times as you like..At the same time saving money on brushes...
I also apply 2-3 coats..Hope this helps!!
Regards..Lizzy (littlemiraclesoflovenursery)

Buffington · Guru

OOOh thats a good idea!

Poisonivy14 · Senior Member

i use the tacky craft glue also, but it's very thick and hard to get out sometimes so i mix some elmer's glue with it and it does great!! smile

sara zata · Guru

I HAVE NOW BEEN USING THE CHEAPER CLEAR CRAFT GLUE THAT ALMOST DRIES INSTANTLY, IT IS SOMETHING LIKE THE E6000, I FIND IT TO BE CHEAP AND ECONOMICAL. I AM IMPATIENT WHEN TRYING TO GET SOMETHING FINISHED. xxxxx JUNE

Buffington · Guru

Clear craft glue? Dries instantly? Sounds like something we'd like to know more about June. Can you get it anywhere or is it just available in OZ?

Tina W. · Guru

I HAVE NOW BEEN USING THE CHEAPER CLEAR CRAFT GLUE THAT ALMOST DRIES INSTANTLY, IT IS SOMETHING LIKE THE E6000, I FIND IT TO BE CHEAP AND ECONOMICAL. I AM IMPATIENT WHEN TRYING TO GET SOMETHING FINISHED. xxxxx JUNE

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Hmm is definately something to think about. Whats the name June?

sara zata · Guru

On the plastic squeeze bottle it says, The Ultimate,craft glue. quick setting, dries clear. $4.00 for 250 ml. It is 70% Acetone,10% V/V Hydrocarbons Liquid. This one is made in Victoria Aust. DANDYCRAFT PTY LTD ph. 03 97751044. I'm sure you must be able to get or something similar over there, I use it to make porcelain doll shoes, glue beads on, and when I make my Porcelain fairies, I glue the flowers on. And the other thing is they are stuck realy well. Will post a pic of the Fairy with glued on flowers. Oh, it is also used for wood, leather, cloth, cork, lace and other materials. I also use it on the smaller porcelain dolls to make glue on mohair wigs, like in the fairies. XXXXXXXX June. blankstare

-- Edited by sara zata on Sunday 31st of May 2009 05:15:53 AM

Tina W. · Guru

Thanks June, I'll have to look for it here next time I'm out and about.

Buffington · Guru

Thanks for all that info June!