Looking for the perfect summer accessory that combines style and functionality? Look no further than the Black Beach Tote Bag embellished with Pacific Opal Estella Crystals from Bluestreak Crystals. This stunning tote bag is sure to turn heads and have you shining bright all season long.
Component List:
The full list of Estella crystals, components and tools needed to complete this project can be found below. If you click on the product description (link), the respective product page will open, where each item can be viewed and added to cart:
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Component
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Component Name / Link To Purchase
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Quantity
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Graphic beach bag of your choice | x 1 |
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Estella Rhinestones Non-Hotfix SS16 Pacific Opal | x 1440 |
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x 1
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Wax Crystal Picker Tool |
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E6000 Plus Glue Kit |
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Instructions
Step 1
Gather your supplies and prepare the bag
Gather your supplies and begin by wiping away any dust on the bag with a damp cloth and leaving it to dry overnight.
Step 2
Prepare the glue
Fill the Crystal FX Glue Syringe with enough E6000 Plus Resin Glue for your project, be careful to not take more glue than you need. The easiest way to do this is to place the end of the syringe inside the nozzle of the E6000 Plus glue tube and pull the plunger on the syringe while gently squeezing the tube of glue. This will transfer the glue from the tube to the syringe with minimal mess and exposure to the air.
Step 3
Guard against air bubbles in the glue syringe
Once the glue is transferred you are likely to have a small air bubble in the syringe, hold the syringe vertically so that the bubble floats to the opening at top and gently push on the stopper, pushing the air out until there is only glue left inside. You can then attach the needle tip, completing the syringe. For this project we used the pale pink tip Gauge size 18.
Step 4
Give yourself a guide for your design
For this embellishment project we are following the outline of the writing ‘Miami Beach’. You can change the design of this and follow the same steps if you wish but quantities may vary. Lay your bag on a flat surface.
Step 5
Apply the glue
Use the loaded syringe to squeeze out a thin layer of glue around the outline of the writing, on the edge of the font, drawing out your chosen design and leaving it for 5 to 10 minutes to get tacky. Be careful to not apply too much, otherwise you will risk the glue running in unwanted directions. We also advise doing this stage in small sections when working on larger surfaces to minimise the risk of accidentally touching the glue while it’s still wet or risk the glue running.
Step 6
Place the crystals
Use the Wax Picker Tool to gently place the SS16 Pacific Opal Estella Crystals onto the glue. Try to keep the crystals close together with as few gaps as possible for the best effect.
STEP 7
Let the glue dry
Tidy up the edges with Isopropyl alcohol if needed and let it dry overnight, once the glue is safely dry you can then hang the bag, however, allow to dry while still laying on a flat surface.
Congratulations you have completed the project !
Take your time and work slowly to ensure a clean and professional-looking finish. You can add as many or as few rhinestones as you like, depending on your personal style. Allow to dry completely before wearing your bag to the beach.
Whether you're lounging by the pool, hitting the beach, or exploring a new destination, the Black Beach Tote Bag embellished with Pacific Opal Estella Crystals is the ultimate accessory for any summer outing. So why settle for a boring beach bag when you can shine bright with this glamorous and stylish tote? Add a touch of sparkle to your summer wardrobe and elevate your beach style with the Black Beach Tote Bag from Bluestreak Crystals.
