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GluesThis page will give you a look at these two types of adhesives, so that you can decide which one will work for you.
Two-Part EpoxyI prefer to use a two-part epoxy to attach my jewelry findings. When purchasing, be sure to read the set up time. You want one that will give you a little time before it sets up on your piece. Since the mixture comes out of both sides of the tube, you don’t have a problem with mixing the right amount. Use a popsicle stick to stir the two mixtures together.
This product sets up pretty quickly, so you will need to have your pieces and findings ready to go before you start mixing.
I usually mix this on a freezer paper background. I find that the adhesive mixes well on this surface and the clean up is a breeze. Use a toothpick to apply the epoxy to your glass piece and then just attach your bail or other finding.
Press the finding into place. Clean up any glue that might have dripped on other parts of your glass. Check it periodically to be sure that it has not slid or moved out of place. When the adhesive has set up, your piece is finished.
E6000E6000 is used to attach jewelry findings to your glass. Jewelry findings can be bails, ear wires, jump rings, or what ever you are trying to attach.
This glue is also used a lot to attach bails to pendants. Clean the piece, but not with soap. Soap can leave a residue that will prevent the glue from adhering to the piece. Rough the bail and the area on your glass piece where you are going to attach the bail. Put a small amount of E6000 on the piece. Use enough glue so that some of the it squeezes out from under the bail. This will form a nice lock around your finding. Use firm pressure as it is pressed it down. Clean up any adhesive that might have spilled elsewhere on your glass. Set it down and don’t move it for 24 hours. This is important! Don't even move your piece until it has cured for this minimum time period. It is even better to leave it alone for a longer time. A lot of individuals use the oven method. Once the pieces are glued together, put them on an aluminum foil lined cookie sheet. Turn on the oven and heat to 185 degrees. After about 10 minutes, place cookie sheet in the oven for about for 2 hours. Turn off the oven and allow them to sit for about 24 hours. Handle gently for a few days. To take a piece apart or remove E-6000, soak it in Goof Off or Oops overnight to get the glue to soften. Once softened the pieces should come apart. Use this product outside or in a well ventilated area.
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