Mike's Mantle Nativity Pattern

[shutterbugdm]

I am working on Mike's Mantle Nativity and have the stable all cut out and getting ready to assemble. If anyone has done this one, what do you recommend for gluing/connecting pieces?

[dgman]

Most people would use Titebond 2 or 3, But I use Aleen's tacky glue. It is thick and will hold pieces together while it dries, and it dries clear. You can find it at craft stores such as Michael's.

[shutterbugdm]

another question. Ref Aleen's Tacking Glue, you say it dries clear. How does it react to stain.

[dgman]

Like any other glue, it will not stain. So stain your project before you glue, or make sure you don't have any glue squeeze out before you stain.
I don't use any stains on any of my projects, so I don't have that problem, but with the tacky glue you can remove any squeeze out with a tooth pick before it sets up.