Glue gun VS 3D pen: 8 Smart crafts to take advantage of both

In the realm of modern crafting, technology has ushered in a new era of artistic innovation, transforming everyday materials into remarkable works of art. Two tools that have taken the crafting world by storm are the humble hot glue gun and the sophisticated 3D pen. From seasoned crafters to curious beginners, the possibilities these tools offer are truly limitless. So, come with us and let’s dive in and discover the remarkable ways you can take advantage of hot glue and 3D pens to craft your own masterpieces.

1. How to use a 3D pen or hot glue on your phone

Hot glue as cushioning:

• Cover the corners of your phone with glittery hot glue
• Also, draw an X on the back of it

3D pen for decoration:

• Use pens of different colors to draw lines on the back of your phone
• You can draw patterns as per your preference

2. Make a fun cloth accessory with glue

Things you’ll need:

• A silicon lollipop mold
• Hot glue of various colors
• A plastic lollipop stick
• How to do it:
• Pour glue of different colors in the molds
• Mix with a wooden stick
• Place the plastic lollipop on the mold
• Let it dry, adapt a pin on the back and wear it as a cloth decorative accessory

3. Make a feet spa device

Things you’ll need:

• Marbels
• A square pop-it toy
• Hot glue

How to do it:

• Put one marbel in each hole of the toy
• Cover the toy and marbels with hot glue
• Let it dry, unmold and use it for massaging your feet

4. Watermelon fan

How to do it:

• Draw a watermelon slice with 3D pens
• Draw the seeds with black hot glue
• Make a tower with the watermelon slices and make a hole on the tip of them
• Put them together, inserting a wire through the hole

5. DIY phone holder

Things you’ll need:

• A diamond mold
• Hot glue
• A 3D pen

How to do it:

• Fill the mold with how glue, let it dry and unmold
• Make a cilinder shape in the back of your phone, using a 3D pen
• Join the diamond to the cilinder, making lines with the 3D pen

6. Massaging mat

Things you’ll need:

• Raw chickpeas
• Hot glue

How to do it:

• Spread the chickpeas on a nonstick flat surface
• Cover the chickpeas with hot glue and let it dry

7. Fix your keyboard

How to do it:

• Cover the keys, drawing lines with the 3D pen
• Let it dry and draw the letters on the keys

8. Make a decorative cage

Things you’ll need:

• A gallon of water
• A 3D pen

How to do it:

• Draw lines all the way down the gallon
• Draw a handle on top of the gallon
• Let it dry and unmold

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