How to Bling CROCS with Rhinestones | Samurai Secret Glue Kit Tutorial
Learn how to bling custom CROCS with rhinestones that actually STAY! In this detailed tutorial, Kellie DeFries (award-winning Rhinestone Artist) demonstrates CrystalNinja's Samurai Secret Glue Kit, the ultimate solution for adhering rhinestones to foam rubber and silicone surfaces like CROCS.
For years, rhinestone artists struggled to find a glue that bonds to foam rubber and silicone. The CrystalNinja team tested countless adhesives and finally cracked the code with the Samurai Secret Glue Kit. Watch as Kellie walks you through every step, from prep to placement to the perfect bond.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Welcome -- Intro to the Launch
9:00 Unboxing the Samurai Secret Glue Kit
14:00 Removal Test -- Look at That Bond!
18:00 Surface Prep -- The Key to a Strong Hold
26:00 Glue Time -- Applying Rhinestones to CROCS
38:48 Crystal Spacing Tips and Techniques
48:49 Contest and Giveaway
NEW 2026 info! SHOP the Samurai Secret Glue Kit!
SUPPLIES & TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO:
🧴 3M PR40 Adhesive: https://amzn.to/431CYi5
🧴 AC 79 Primer: https://amzn.to/4wpVs9t
🔧 Nippers for Rhinestone Removal: https://amzn.to/48V63zi
💨 Desk Fan for Glue Fumes: https://amzn.to/4ffDy36
⚙️ Dremel for Surface Prep: https://amzn.to/4uFY9Cf
🧼 Alcohol Prep Wipes: https://amzn.to/4nxX119
(As an Amazon Associate, CrystalNinja earns from qualifying purchases.)
SHOP All CrystalNinja Products:
https://www.crystalninja.com
COUPON CODE: Use code Youtube10 for 10% off sitewide at https://www.crystalninja.com
Want to level up your rhinestone art? Join the CrystalNinja Team for courses, exclusive launches, and our Certification Program at https://www.rhinestoneartist.com
🚗 FEATURED PROJECT: The Diamond Valkyrie
CrystalNinja was the team chosen for the Diamond Valkyrie, over 300,000 rhinestones installed in under 8 days. We built a seamless vinyl wrap process no one has ever achieved. Learn the process at www.BedazzledCar.com
📍 ABOUT
The CrystalNinja Team has 20+ years of professional experience as rhinestone artists. Crystal Ninja holds 5 US Patents and is currently a Swarovski North America Authorized Application Center and Authorized Instructor. Founded by Kellie DeFries, the original Crystal Ninja and inventor of the patented Crystal Katana rhinestone application tool. Home of KiraKira premium glass rhinestones.
#blingcrocs #rhinestonecrocs #customcrocs #crystalninja #rhinestones #blingtutorial #swarovskicrystals #rhinestoneartist #flatbackrhinestones #howtobling #DIYbling #rhinestoneart #blinglife #custombling #rhinestoneglue #crocsdiy #crystalplacement #blingtool #rhinestoneartists #glueforcrocs