Not all types of glue will stick to parchment paper.

Parchment paper has a silicone that makes it non-stick, which is great for kitchen uses but not as easy to work with in craft projects. 

Only glue designed for this type of material will stick to parchment paper. 

Keep reading to discover which adhesives stick to parchment paper so you can successfully tackle your crafts projects. 

Which Glue Is Best For Parchment Paper

As mentioned above, parchment paper is a non-stick material. 

If you use this paper in the kitchen, you’ll be glad that you won’t serve your food or dessert with parchment paper stuck to it. 

But when it comes to using parchment paper for crafts, we are not happy about its non-stick feature. 

Parchment paper is great for crafts because it looks classy and easy to work with. 

So let’s solve the dilemma of the glue. 

Not all glue will stick to parchment paper, but some will. 

These are the types of glues that will stick to parchment paper:

• Wet adhesives
  • Spray glue – this works best
  • Glue sticks 
• Dry adhesives
  • Different types of tape, including masking tape, scotch tape, or double-sided tape

Examples of spray glue to glue parchment paper:

Elmer’s Multi-Purpose Spray Adhesive

• Dries permanently 
• Allows repositioning if needed 
• Dries clear
• Fast tack 
• Acid-free
• Photo safe
• It doesn’t bleed through

Gorilla Glue Heavy Duty Multi-Purpose Spray Adhesive

• Ideal for paper, cards, and much more 
• Dries permanently 
• Repositionable 
• Controlled fine mist 
• Clear color (not yellow)
• Comfort nozzle 

Scotch Permanent Spray Adhesive Super 77

• Bonds quickly 
• Strong 
• Durable bond 
• Colorless 
• Fine mist spray 

How To Glue Parchment Paper With A Spray Adhesive

Spray glue is very easy to use on parchment paper. 

You point and spray, setting a consistent coat of adhesive on the paper’s surface. 

You can add multiple layers if needed, and you don’t have to worry about wrinkling the paper. 

Follow these steps to add spray glue to your parchment paper:

1. Ensure safety first – ventilate the room, wear a protective mask to avoid inhaling any adhesive fumes, and use protective gloves 
2. Lay down newspaper, cardboard, or an old piece of cloth to cover your working area and anything else the spray may land on
3. Lay the parchment paper down – only use dry and clean parchment paper 
4. Check if you need to turn the tip of the spray to unlock a safety feature before you can spray the adhesive 
5. Read the manufacturer’s instructions on whether or not you need to shake the can before using it
6. Hold the glue can about 7 inches away from the parchment paper
7. Press the nozzle to apply an even layer of adhesive 
8. Let the adhesive set for a few seconds until it starts becoming tacky 
9. Add the surface you wish to glue to the parchment paper (or carefully lift the parchment paper and add it to the surface)
10. Adjust if necessary
11. Gently press the two surfaces together 
12. Wait for the recommended time for the glue to dry and set fully

Once you are done using the can, clean the can’s nozzle before you put the lid back on. 

Using the spray, some glue residue may remain on the nozzle. 

Use a clean cloth and warm soapy water to clean the nozzle. 

If the glue residue is more stubborn, switch to rubbing alcohol to clean off the nozzle. 

Once all residue is removed, place the lid back on and store the glue in a dry place at room temperature.

Parchment Paper And Hot Glue Gun: A Fun Craft Idea

You can create very fun projects using hot glue guns and parchment paper that don’t include gluing anything to the parchment paper. 

Because parchment paper is non-stick but also resistant to heat, you can create designs using hot glue sticks on parchment paper. 

For example, if you lay down a piece of parchment paper, you can use your hot glue gun to either write out a word or draw something with it. 

You let this dry. 

Once the glue stick has fully dried on the parchment paper, you can easily peel it off. 

You can use this creative method to create ongoing projects, such as coasters, candle holders, and many other fun projects.

Conclusion

Wet and dry glue does stick to parchment paper, such as spray adhesives or tapes. 

Parchment paper is coated with a silicone material that makes it non-stick, so any other glue will not stick.