Updated 8/19/23
There are many different adhesives for different types of uses. These are my favorites and the ones I use and recommend.
If the product(s) are available online (usually where I purchased it), I will be list and link for you. I do link to products in my store and I use affiliate links when possible (at no cost to you), but none of the products I’m listed were provided or sponsored by anyone. (I stock my store with my favorite products!) These are simply my personal favorite products that I use when crafting. Full Disclosure Here.
Liquid Adhesive
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Bearly Art Glue has quickly become one of my favorite glues! It has a precision tip that makes adding glue to small spaces easy and mess free. Dries fast but not TOO fast. Dries clear and matte! It comes in Mini, Original and Refill sizes. Mine has never clogged on me but the glue comes with a tip/pin kit as well with multiple sized tips to choose from. I encourage you to give this glue a try. I never thought I’d like it better than my Nuvo liquid adhesive but I tried it and was hooked!
Tape Runners
Permanent
Kokuyo Dotliner Long
This is my ALL TIME FAVORITE tape runner of all time! It lays down tiny little dots that allow you time to move your paper (or whatever you are adhering) before you press it down permanently. Over the years I’ve tried almost every tape runner out there but this one was an instant favorite which was introduced to me by Jennifer McGuire a few years ago. It can be difficult to find so when they are in stock I STOCK up on refills!
ATG –
3M ATG 700 Adhesive Applicator
I still use my ATG for larger projects. I happen to prefer the 1/2″ yellow ATG but the pink one (which holds 1/4″ tape) is the most popular in the crafting industry for paper crafters. Here are the 1/4″ refill rolls and here are the 1/2″ refill rolls.
Double Sided Adhesive Tapes
My favorite double sided adhesive tape is by Elizabeth Crafts. I’ve used all the major brands and this one I keep coming back to. Other than scrapbooking, and card making, and home decor. You can use it for die-cutting, glittering, foil leafing and embossing as well. It tears easily and comes in different sizes. It also comes in 6×6 and 8.5 x 11 sheets!
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Foam Tape
Foam tape comes in squares, circles strips, huge rolls, etc. Choosing which ones you need depends on what you are using it for. The bigger rolls are for those crafters who want to save money in the long run because they know they will use a lot of it. (LOVE DIMENSION!).
These are my preferred foam tape adhesives:
Foam Squares – Scrapbook Adhesives
Scrapbook Adhesives is my favorite for foam squares. I like them because they are kind of rounded around the edge and the paper comes off easily and it’s not “too” thick, (about 1/16″ thick)… just the perfect height for most of my projects. You can get them in small (.25 x .25) or larger (.5 x .5) and even a variety pack with a mix of both sizes.
Foam Tape Rolls
I used to buy the HUGE foam tape rolls from Amazon but they are very pricey and they lose their “stick” after a couple of years. Instead I now use these smaller and more economical foam tape rolls from Scrapbook Adhesives. I use both the black and white foam rolls depending on the color of my project. These are about $5 a roll and have lasted much longer than the 3m foam tape rolls I used to use. I highly recommend them.
Foam Strips
If you are wondering what these thin foam strips are for, they are usually used to make shaker cards. The strips are thin and bend easily to the shape of your design. My favorite for long foam strips is Couture Creations. Each package contains thirty-three 9-1/4×1/8 inch 3D foam strips. They come in black and white.
Scrapbook Adhesives 3d Foam Strips
For shorter strips my favorite is Scrapbook Adhesives 3d Foam Strips. They are perfect for smaller shaker card shapes 
Specialty Adhesives
These are specialty adhesives that I use for different techniques and applications.
Mixed Media
Matte Medium by Ranger
This medium is super strong and dries matte and clear. It is great for all kinds of art projects including card making, art journaling mixed media, etc. From the manufacturer’s website “Ranger Matte Medium is an artist quality acrylic gel medium that can be used as a super strong adhesive, acrylic paint extender or sealer. Use it in many mixed-media techniques including image transfers or resist.”
For larger projects like art journaling, etc. It also comes in a 3.8 oz jar here.
Gilding Flake & Glitter Glue
Cosmic Shimmer Flake & Glitter Glue is the adhesive I turn to when using glitter or gilding flakes. This glue remains sticky until you cover it with your glitter or flakes, etc. Your medium will stick to this glue and won’t flake or shake off once burnished.
Stencil Adhesive
Removable Spray Adhesive – Pixie Spray
Pixie Spray is something I use quite a lot. When I am working with stencils and don’t want to tape it down, I use Pixie Spray. It is removable so you can move it around without leaving residue on your paper. I also use it to store my stencils on laminated sheets of cardstock (you can find more about that in my favorite storage and organization products post.) Pixie Spray is my favorite spray removable adhesive by far. (and it doesn’t smell strong).
Masking Paper
Masking Film
Sizzix Masking Film – These sheets come in 8.25″X11.75″ size and there are 10 sheets per pack. They are ultra thin and made for die cutting so not only do you get more for your money than the smaller packs, but they work extremely well!
These are my favorite types of adhesives for different things. If you have a question about a type of adhesive not listed here, or if there is a product you’d like to try, please contact me here.
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