PRECIOSA Iron-on Rhinestones | MAXIMA Flatback Hotfix

What are hotfix rhinestones?

Hot fix rhinestones are flatback stones equipped with a special heat-reactive adhesive to attach themselves to the material. This is where the name "hot fix" comes from, which literally means "hot fixing" in English. This low-melting point process guarantees precise application on a wide variety of textiles. It is particularly popular in the fashion world and for projects that require great attention to detail.

Rhinestones and sequins for clothing and customization

Rhinestone clothing

Preciosa® flatback crystals are real little jewels to fix to embellish all kinds of textiles . This is their primary function and the source of their success. Fixing rhinestones on a ball gown or an elaborate outfit, on a stage costume or a gymnastics or dance leotard, the flatbacks transform into sequins and are even more sparkling under the spotlights . Setting rhinestones on the tulle of a tutu, on a shirt collar or a T-shirt... Flatback stones slip everywhere to amaze the eyes of young and old alike.

2mm Iron-on Rhinestones | The Brilliant Effect

For a glittery effect, focus on quantity and use our smallest 2 mm hot fix rhinestone models . In siam , crystal , crystal honey , light colorado topaz , jet , jonquil or indian pink , you will not be disappointed with the result.

Rhinestone customization

Customizing items other than fabric is possible. As long as you do a few tests to make sure which one—iron-on rhinestones or stick-on rhinestones —will work best. If we take the example of a felt hat, it's better to use stick-on rhinestones. Then, interior decoration, design, furnishings, leather goods... You're the creator!

How to fix rhinestones?

To fix your Bohemian crystal flatback rhinestones, you can use two options that quite logically arise from your technical constraints . What are they? Limits that could be dictated by a fabric that cannot withstand heat, even at low temperatures, for example. This is just one situation among many, but it is the reason why there are two ways to fix flatback crystal stones. So that everyone can find an answer to their creative goals.

How to stick iron-on rhinestones on fabric

The big advantage of the iron-on rhinestones for sale on this page is that they can be glued in unison . However, before starting it is more than preferable to always carry out a preliminary test , either on a piece of the fabric concerned (as far as possible), or on a similar material, depending on whether your gluing will be on cotton, linen, lycra, leather, polyester, etc. Then, on a clean and smooth support and using jewelry pliers or tweezers:

• distribute the rhinestones without them touching, according to the pattern to be created;
• heat the iron (usually on cotton setting);
• gently place a light cloth over the rhinestones ;
• apply the iron in one stroke — without the steam function and without moving it — for 8 seconds;
• remove the fabric and wait a few moments before checking with your fingertips that the stones have adhered to this first phase of gluing;
• return the original fabric piece;
• reposition the iron on the other side to act on the back of the flatbacks for the second phase of fixing (where the glue film is);
• repeat this last operation 2 x 8 seconds with 10 second intervals;
• allow the textile to cool completely before using it (more than 48 hours to wash it).

How to stick rhinestones on fabric

If the fabric you were thinking of using hotfixes on is sensitive to heat (high risk of fiber deformation or color change), there is only one solution: use rhinestones to fix with glue . To do this, your fabric should ideally have been washed without fabric softener. Then, you will need to steam it, then:

• grab your Preciosa flatback using jewelry pliers ;
• apply transparent rhinestone glue with a rod or with syringes and tips onto the flat side of the crystal;
• position them in the desired location ;
• hold them for a few moments , making sure that the glue does not overflow;
• let dry for the time indicated on the tube or syringe.

Rhinestone applicator: a welcome help

When you're doing DIY customization and don't have an iron or a professional press, a rhinestone applicator can be very useful. Compact, plugged into the mains (universal voltage), and equipped with interchangeable tips of different sizes, this device heats up in 2 minutes and allows you to stick your iron-on rhinestones to their base in just a few seconds . A simple product to use, it can also be used to attach beads or studs to other supports.

Buy Preciosa iron-on rhinestones | Sparkle & impeccable hold

We know it only too well: professionals and individuals alike, you are always - as creators - pushing the limits of your imagination and therefore of your creations. To do this, you need to find ingenious materials that compete in alternatives as much as in finesse . Perhaps you already know the Flatback MAXIMA Preciosa in their glue-on version? This time, the gluing technology is clever and revolutionary. It allows for incredibly easy and durable hot adhesion for sumptuous customizations.

Other textile rhinestones to absolutely discover!

On our website i-Perles.fr , Preciosa crystal rhinestones are available in a resplendent collection of hotfix crystal hearts . Visit us urgently to complete the range of iron-on rhinestones and please lovers of this universal shape. And if not, you can always take a look at our wonderful Austrian crystal stones !

Rhinestones to stick on fabrics | Good to know

For larger projects , all our Flatbacks are gathered on the Preciosa Wholesale page in the following 3 collections:

1. Flat Back Pink Kitten MAXIMA to stick;
2. Flat Back MAXIMA Color AB to glue ;
3. Flat Back MAXIMA Coating to stick on .

Colorful collections for all professionals.

Feel free to mix the flatbacks to stick with the hotfix according to your needs and your technical constraints . In addition, by associating them with sew-on crystals , by sewing them with round beads or with pearl beads , you will obtain multiple combinations, thus increasing the possibilities of creating unique designs.

Any other questions? Contact us , we're here to answer them!