Part3Finishing the Job
Part3
1Wait for the glue to set. How long this takes depends on what type of glue you are using, so read the instructions on the package carefully. For example, E6000 will take 24 to 72 hours to set.[12]Drying times are not the same as curing times. If your glue has a curing time, then you must wait that long before wearing the shoes.
2Clean up any residue with acetone or rubbing alcohol. You can do this with a q-tip or a brush. If you are using a brush, make sure it's one that you don't care about, because it will ruin the fibers. Avoid soaking the area, however, or the acetone will dissolve the glue and cause the rhinestones to fall off.[13]Always test the acetone on a spare rhinestone, especially if it is made out of plastic. It can fog or dissolve certain types of plastic.
If the rhinestone is made out of plastic, try scratching the adhesive off first. If it won't come off, try rubbing alcohol next; it is gentler than acetone.
The adhesive will dry clear. If it is not very noticeable, it may sometimes be better to just leave it as it is.
3Buff the rhinestones with a soft cloth, if needed. This is only necessary if you got any wax or fingerprints on the rhinestones. Gently wipe them down with a soft cotton or microfiber cloth until the residue is gone.
4Treat the shoes with care. Some of the rhinestones may eventually fall off, especially if they are in an area that bends a lot (such as rubber toe caps on canvas sneakers or straps on a pair of flip flops). Even through the adhesive you used is very strong, avoid getting the shoes wet. This will help them last even longer.
