How to Apply Swarovski Hotfix Crystals Complete Guide
If you’re looking to add a bit of sparkle to your clothing, accessories, or dancewear, Swarovski Hotfix crystalsare a brilliant choice. They’re eas...
What Are Swarovski Pearls?
When you think of Swarovski, high end crystal ornaments and luxury jewellery comes to mind. Renowned worldwide for their precision cut glass, Swaro...
How to shine like a champion with Zodiac Crystals
We’re always being asked ‘how can I make my Irish Dance dress more sparkly?’ or ‘which rhinestonesto use for an Irish Dance dress?’ Well, you’ve co...
Tips For How to Identify Crystals
When it comes to rhinestones and crystals, telling them apart isn’t always as easy as it seems! No matter what creative industry you work in, wheth...
The History of Rhinestones
Many of us, whether we work in the performing arts industry, fashion industry, or are a creator such as a jeweller, designer, nail artist, costumie...
Price Analysis: Swarovski vs. Preciosa Rhinestones
An Introduction to rhinestones
The term ‘rhinestone’ refers to a flat bottomed shiny stone, paired with a backing of mirror foil that helps to refl...
What is the difference between Swarovski crystal beads and glass beads?
For any crafter, jewellery maker, interior designer or haberdashery out there, you know the importance of working with the best quality materials, ...
What is the difference between natural pearls and Swarovski pearls?
We’re all familiar with what a pearl looks like, but how do you know if it’s a natural oyster pearl, or a manmade imitation such as a Swarovski pea...
What is the difference between Preciosa Viva12 and Maxima Rhinestones?
We are asked this question so many times, ‘what is the difference between the Viva12 cut and Maxima cut in Preciosa rhinestones?’ Well first, let’...
Rhinestones vs. Diamonds: What is the difference?
Of course, we all know that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but we agree with Swarovski’s founder, Daniel Swarovski, who declared that rhineston...
Zodiac Crystals: Frequently Asked Questions
Everybody in the arts, craft and creative industry has heard of Swarovski Crystals, and we’re now becoming more familiar with rival crystal manufac...
Preciosa Crystals: Frequently Asked Questions
Everybody in the arts, craft and creative industry has heard of Swarovski Crystals, but not everybody are as familiar with rival crystal manufactur...