The Best Double-Sided Tape and Adhesives Strips for Crafters

Let’s talk about the unsung hero of the paper crafting world, one of our favorite crafting supplies— double-sided adhesive tape and strips—no mess and no stress. Let’s dive into the different types of adhesive strips and creative ideas for how to use them on your next project. 

Double Sided Adhesive Tape and Strips in Crafting

Double-sided tape, adhesive strips, glue dots, and other double-sided adhesives are all essential crafting tools. These sticky secret weapons attach two elements of a craft. Whether it’s a neatly tied bow, a dainty rhinestone, or an extra layer of paper to add some dimension, craft adhesives ensure these embellishments are easy to attach and stay where they’re placed. Double-sided adhesives are a great alternative to glue, and their easy application and variety of uses make them a fan favorite among crafters. 

Types of Double Sided Adhesive Tape and Strips for Crafts

The type of double-sided adhesive you should use depends on the materials you’re crafting with and the embellishments you want to add to your project. Each double-sided adhesive was designed for a specific purpose, and knowing the right one will help you achieve your crafting vision.

Foam Adhesive Strips

Foam adhesive strips are just as they sound — thin pieces of foam with sticky adhesive on both sides. The foam material adds a little bit of height to your crafts, making some elements look as if they’re popping out of the page. The soft material also prevents crafts from becoming too rigid. When using foam adhesive strips, measure and cut the strips to your desired length before removing the adhesive backing for the smoothest, easiest application.

In this photo, foam adhesive strips were applied along the edges of a piece of cardstock to create a fun shaker card full of sparkly loose embellishments.

Double-Sided Tape

Double-sided tape is a piece of adhesive that is sticky on both sides. It’s thin but strong, making it ideal for attaching cardstock and ribbon. Since double-sided tape is especially sticky, using a tape runner such as the Stampin’ Seal or a more traditional double-sided tape like the Stampin’ Up! Tear & Tape Adhesive ensures a seamless application without getting accidentally stuck to something else.

For a card like this, double-sided tape makes attaching thin strips of paper a piece of cake.

Mini Glue Dots®

Mini Glue Dots® are small circles of adhesive that can be used to attach heavier embellishments, cardstock, detailed die cuts, and ribbon to your crafts.

Mini Glue Dots® are great for securely attaching small details, such as the ribbon and die-cut image on this card.

In cases where your embellishment is even smaller than the glue dot itself, you can cut the glue dot in half or roll it into a thin line so that it’s completely covered behind your embellishment.

Dimensionals 

Dimensionals are foam dots with double-sided adhesives that add depth and dimension to crafting projects. They come in a variety of sizes, and they’re also available in both black and white to suit your crafting needs. Dimensionals are great for attaching heavier embellishments to your cards and other projects.

In this card, dimensionals were used to attach the flower and strawberry embellishments, making them appear to be popping out from the page.

Getting the Right Adhesive for Your Project

When choosing an adhesive for your crafting project, it’s important to consider the type of project you’re working on, the materials you’re working with, and the effect you want to achieve.

For example, foam double-sided adhesives are great for adding layers to your projects. Foam adhesive strips are usually better for larger embellishments and windows, while dimensional adhesives are better for smaller details. When you want to create a card or scrapbook spread with embellishments that are flat on the page, using something like Stampin’ Seal or Mini Glue Dots® would work best. These are also effective for attaching heavier embellishments and layers. Understanding the key components of each double-sided adhesive will help you apply them confidently and creatively to your crafts.

Creative Uses and Tips for Double-Sided Adhesive Tape and Strips

Now that we’ve covered the types of double-sided adhesives you can use for your projects let’s dive into some creative examples to give you inspiration for your next craft. 

With Mini Glue Dots® and Stampin’ Seal double-sided tape, you can achieve an interesting layered look using cardstock and twine while ensuring that each element stays exactly where you want it. Start by securing your twine in place with Mini Glue Dots®. Then, layer your stamped cardstock label on top using Stampin’ Seal. 

Foam adhesive strips are a fun and easy way to create shaker cards—cards that contain loose embellishments that move around inside the card when shaken. After cutting out a window in your cardstock and adhering a window sheet, line the edges of the cardstock with foam adhesive strips. Fill your paper with loose embellishments, then place another piece of cardstock on top to enclose it. 

When you have multiple layers and details to add to a card, you can use dimensionals to add depth. This creates an interesting visual effect and helps each element stand out. 

Elevate Your Crafting with the Best Double Sided Adhesive Tape and Strips

Double-sided adhesives are a great way to add creative details to your crafting projects. Like many aspects of the crafting process, part of what makes double-sided adhesive tape and strips fun is how creative you can be. Once you know the fundamental uses for each type of double-sided adhesive, you’ll find yourself creating impressive crafts — all with ease. Enhance your crafts with Stampin’ Up!’s adhesives. We can’t wait to see what you create! 

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