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...
Can you apply rhinestones to glass?
We’re often asked about which surfaces you can and can’t attach rhinestones to, and one of the most common queries is about whether you can apply r...
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’...
How to embellish stretch fabric with rhinestones
Stretch fabrics such as spandex, lycra, stretch velvet and stretch crepe are popular in the costume making world, and are often made into leotards ...
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...
Swarovski Crystals: Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve all heard of Swarovski Crystals, and can picture the glorious glittering swan logo they were once famous for. But there a lot of questions ar...
Christmas Nail Art Ideas Using Rhinestones
This year we’ve introduced a whole host of new Christmas nail art products including new innovative mixes, new shapes and festive nail charms. So i...
Interview with Fou Fou Kaboom
This month @primpmycostume speaks with multi award-winning Burlesque star Fou Fou Kaboom. This cutie-pants with a filthy mind has been grabbing the...
Zodiac shines on the Miss Supranational stage
On July 14th Emma Rose Collingridge took to the stage to represent the United Kingdom, alongside 64 other global ambassadors, at the prestigious Mi...
Shoe Dreams Come True By Nicky Rox
My journey in rhinestone shoe customisation started in Summer 2010. I bought a pair of peep toe black satin heels on the high street for £15. And...