DIY Pink Rhinestone Cowboy Hat with Liquid Fusion
Give your wardrobe a glamorous makeover with Liquid Fusion! One of our best adhesives for rhinestones and gems, Liquid Fusion provides heavy-duty hold, dries crystal clear, and won’t damage or tarnish embellishments. Get inspired by this tutorial from Miranda Miele and learn how to create your own dazzling pink rhinestone cowboy hat with Liquid Fusion. This sparkling project is perfect for rodeos, festivals, parties, and more!
Supplies Needed:
Liquid Fusion Performance Adhesive
Pink cowboy hat
Assorted pink and iridescent rhinestones
Rhinestone fringe trim
Rhinestone wax pen
Clothespins
Holographic vinyl
Scissors or cutting machine
Craft syringe (optional)
Step 1: Cut vinyl into star shapes
Use scissors or a cutting machine to cut large and small star shapes from vinyl. Holographic vinyl provides an extra layer of shine for your rhinestone cowboy hat! For this project, Miranda is creating enough stars to go around both sides of the brim and the crown of the pink cowboy hat!
Step 2: Arrange and glue vinyl stars to cowboy hat
Before you start gluing, arrange the vinyl stars on your pink cowboy hat until you are satisfied with the layout. Apply a thin layer of Liquid Fusion to the back of each star, then press firmly into place on your pink cowboy hat.
Step 3: (Optional) Fill craft syringe with Liquid Fusion
If desired, fill a craft syringe with Liquid Fusion. This will provide extra precision application for smaller rhinestones!
Step 4: Glue rhinestones to vinyl stars
Begin placing iridescent rhinestones onto the large vinyl stars on your pink cowboy hat. Use a wax pen to pick up a rhinestone, apply Liquid Fusion to the back, then press into place on the vinyl star. Repeat this process to outline all your large stars with rhinestones.
Step 5: Apply Liquid Fusion with craft syringe
For the smaller vinyl stars, Miranda is creating a tiny rhinestone trim around the border! Use your craft syringe to apply Liquid Fusion to the edges of the small stars, then press the mini rhinestones into place.
Step 6: Decorate the cowboy hat with rhinestones
Begin gluing the pink rhinestones directly on the pink cowboy hat, creating a starburst effect around each vinyl star. Use a wax pen to pick up a rhinestone, apply Liquid Fusion to the back, then press into place on the fabric. Repeat until all your pink rhinestones are glued into place.
Step 7: Add rhinestone fringe trim to cowboy hat
For an even more sparkle, Miranda is adding a dazzling fringe trim to her rhinestone cowboy hat! Measure and cut enough rhinestone fringe trim to fit both the band and outer brim of your pink cowboy hat. Apply Liquid Fusion directly onto the fabric, then press the trim into place.
Step 8: Pin the trim and let set
Use clothespins to hold the trim in place while the adhesive sets. Remove the pins and let your rhinestone cowboy hat cure for 24 hours for a maximum-strength bond.
Step 9: Enjoy your rhinestone cowboy hat!
Once the glue has cured completely, your rhinestone cowboy hat is ready to wear! Miranda paired her custom pink cowboy hat with a DIY corset top using the same materials. This sparkling pink project will help you shine, no matter the occasion!
How will you use Liquid Fusion for your rhinestone projects? Try making your own pink rhinestone cowboy hat with Liquid Fusion and tag us on social media @aleenesDIY!
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