Many of us have watched the television show, Dancing with the Stars. Typically, the competitors wear beautiful, glittering costumes that sparkle with each movement. As mothers of dancers, we want to achieve a level of glamour with children’s competition costumes, too. Yet, the best rhinestones for dance aren’t always the most expensive. Best Rhinestones For Dance Undoubtedly, sparkle is important when stoning dance costumes. Generally, high quality crystal rhinestones produce the most glittering scintillation. However, you can create a nice play of light with a greater quantity of less expensive quality stones. Of course, some dance moms only want the highest quality dance rhinestones. These are brand name crystalline products with the greatest number of facets. At one time, Swarovski was the best on the market. However, several years ago, they removed themselves from the retail market. Since then, Preciosa has become the leader in crystal components. While these are the best, they’re also the most expensive. Moreover, choosing a less expensive brand will allow you to buy a greater quantity of crystal bling. Although each rhinestone will have less sparkle, you’ll have more rhinestones for a nice play of light. For centuries, European rhinestones dominated the market, but recently Asian manufacturers have emerged as a less expensive alternative. However, when buying from certain companies, be careful about buying cheaply made products. Sometimes, the color won’t be consistent within batches. Other times, the foil backing may fall off. Buying from a reputable seller can help avoid poorly manufactured rhinestones. Some Dance Costume Stoning Ideas For the beginner, stoning a dance costume can seem intimidating. In addition to choosing colors and sizes, you have to decide on the placement of stones. However, once you begin, you’ll see how easy it is to bedazzle costumes. Often, the best way to begin is to lay out your dance costume on a flat surface. Place some rhinestones on the garment to see the layout. As you place the rhinestones, note the distance between each stone. The ideal spacing depends on your rhinestone size and the pattern. When stoning in a linear pattern, keep the spacing between the rhinestones consistent. Some popular ways to embellish dance costumes include:
Color, Size, and Shaped Crystals To Create Rhinestone Designs Another idea is to mix sizes, shapes, or colors. Doing so gives your crystal design depth and texture. For example, using different sizes allows light to bounce unpredictably, adding overall interest. Rhinestone shapes also have varying faceting patterns that create unique plays of light. Generally, shapes are great for accenting particular areas. However, most manufacturers create shapes in sew on designs, making application a bit more time-consuming than hotfix or gluing. Of course, you can always use a rhinestone adhesive to attach sew on rhinestones. Finally, color choice can impact your rhinestone design. For instance, you can choose a complementary hue for a vibrant pop of color. Or, pick a similar hue for a more subtle and cohesive look. Another option is to use Aurora Borealis rhinestones. These have a special AB coating over the standard color, giving the stone a color-changing appearance. Typically, the facets on AB crystals have greater visibility due to this coating. Rhinestones For Dance - FAQs Are you shopping for the best rhinestones for dance? Below, we answer a few commonly asked questions to help you decide on a quality crystalline product. How Many Rhinestones Will I Need? Of course, your rhinestone design usually dictates the quantity of crystals necessary. However, the size and spacing between each piece also affect the required number of rhinestones. Generally, expect to order between 3 and 5 gross. What Is the Difference Between Flatback and Hotfix Rhinestones? While some crystalline products, like chatons, have pointed backs, both hotfix and flatbacks have a flat backside. Although flatbacks require an adhesive to attach them to fabric, hotfix rhinestones have glue on the backside. When heated to 250° F (120° C) to 390° F (200° C), the glue melts, allowing application. The glue solidifies when cooled, forming a permanent bond with most fabrics. For hotfix crystals, you’ll need an applicator tool, heat press, or non-steam iron. Where Can I Buy Crystal Rhinestones Online? If you’re looking for high quality rhinestones for dance, trust Rhinestones Etc. Since 2011, we’ve been selling quality embellishments at competitive prices. We currently carry the luxury brand Preciosa Maxima and the economically priced PriceLess Rhinestones. Moreover, most orders ship the same day, so you receive your crystal bling fast. Browse our online store to find the perfect brand, size, and color for your bling project.
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You’ve decided to create some bedazzled clothes and bought supplies. Yet, when you lay out your dress to stone, you’re not sure where to begin. You’ve seen some rhinestone pattern ideas on Pinterest, but these seem a bit complicated for a beginner. One easy arrangement is the scattered rhinestone pattern. How to Create a Scattered Rhinestones Pattern Often, choosing simple rhinestone pattern ideas is best when you’re a beginner. One easy rhinestone design is the scatter pattern with randomly placed rhinestones. You can use this pattern on dresses, tee shirts, and accessories. Plus, this easy design is virtually foolproof and has some unique variations. Usually, scattering rhinestones won’t have a structure and require random placement. A variation is to begin with a center point of closely placed crystals. Then, as you move away from this center, you increase the space between the rhinestones. This variation gives the appearance of an explosion. Additionally, you can create a design with a negative space. This design idea uses the scatter pattern around a word or symbol. To create this design, create a template of the shape of the negative space. The picture above shows this technique. First, cut out a template of your shape. Then use scotch tape to place the template on your garment. Glue rhinestones to your garment spacing those next to the template fairly close together. Furthermore, avoid getting glue on your template because you’ll need to remove it once you’re done gluing rhinestones. You can continue to space the rhinestones close together, or space them further apart as I did. Once you’ve glued all your rhinestones into place, you’ll need to let your garment lay flat for 24 hours. Then, remove the paper template and you're ready to wear your bedazzled clothes. Unique Variations for a Scatter Pattern Of course, you can take this simple rhinestone idea and alter it to make it more unique. For example, using different size rhinestones throughout the pattern will add depth and texture to your design. Or, you can use bigger sized stones in the center gradually shifting to smaller sized rhinestones. This gives the illusion of fading off into nothingness. Likewise, color plays an important part in your overall design. For instance, alternating between light and dark colors creates drama and interest. Or combine a standard rhinestones color with the AB counterpart to add a lustrous rainbow-like play of color. The ombre effect of transitioning from one color to another is also very popular. Rhinestone Pattern Ideas - FAQs Are you excited to begin a bling project but still have some questions? Below, we answer a few commonly asked ones. If you have others, feel free to reach out to us by email. How Can I Transfer A Design To My Apparel? As you move on to more complicated rhinestone designs, you’ll probably need to mark the placement of your design. Basically, you can choose a few different methods for transferring your design to your clothing. Stencils can be very helpful and you can find a wide selection online and at craft stores. You can also make rhinestone templates. Painters or masking tape is another good tool for marking boundaries. Of course, fabric pencils used for sewing work great and you can easily remove the markings. What’s The Best Rhinestone Glue To Use? You’ll find several good rhinestone glues at your local craft store. Our favorite is Gem Tac for applying rhinestones to clothing. It’s easy to use, washable, and dries clear. Some other favorites are:
When choosing your glue, check with the manufacturer for suggested use. Some glues work better on some surfaces than others. Can You Recommend a Quality Rhinestone? At Rhinestones Etc., we currently carry 2 different quality rhinestone brands. Preciosa has over 500 years of manufacturing experience producing a large variety of sizes and colors. If you want a more cost-effective crystal, PriceLess offers lots of sparkle for less money. Ready to try out some new rhinestone pattern ideas? Rhinestones Etc. offers free downloadable rhinestone templates to create beautiful, bedazzled clothing. Browse our online rhinestone store to find your size and color rhinestones. 
Blinged out tee shirts are a hot fashion trend. Moreover, you’ll find plenty of YouTube videos and blogs describing how to make your own. However, while many DIYers explain the method of attaching rhinestones, many bypass the designing process. We offer a free rhinestone template to create a beautiful, bedazzled shirt. For beginners, using a template is a very convenient tool for showing the placement and quantity of crystalline embellishments. How To Use Our Free Rhinestone Template You can use our free rhinestone template to create a solid heart shape. This free template works with any size rhinestone. The shape will be either smaller or larger depending on your choice of rhinestone size. For example, Preciosa Maxima Rhinestones 20ss measure 4.6 mm. Thus, your finished heart design will extend to about 101 mm by 110 mm (about 4 inches by 4.5 inches). Using size 16ss ( 3.8 mm) will give you a finished design of 83 mm by 91 mm (3.25 by 3.5 inches). Moreover, your finished rhinestone heart will also be larger if you leave space between the rhinestones. To recreate the heart design, simply count the red dots to see how many rhinestones you’ll need. For the pink dots, you have 2 choices. You can use the same size as the red dots or choose one size smaller for a more rounded appearance. Hotfix Vs. Flatback Rhinestones? With this type of rhinestone design, you can use flatback or hotfix rhinestones. Comparatively, using hotfix rhinestones to make an iron on transfer may be a bit easier than gluing flatbacks. If you choose hotfix rhinestones, you’ll also need transfer paper. Rhinestone transfer paper has 2 pieces, a non-sticky opaque piece and a clear sticky sheet. To use transfer paper with this design, print out our template. You may have to enlarge the size so that the dots match the size of the rhinestones. Peel off the clear part of the transfer paper and lay it on top of the template, sticky side up. Place the rhinestones facet-side down in the dots on the sticky part of the transfer paper, filling in the heart shape. To glue flatbacks to fabric, we prefer Gem-Tac for its ease of application. For this method, you use the template as a guide. Begin your design by gluing the rhinestones along a center line, horizontally or vertically. Moreover, you may want to use a ruler to keep your lines straight. If you have a Cricut machine, you can make holes for rhinestone placement. Of course, you’ll want to remove the background dots first. Additionally, you’ll need to convert it into an SVG file format version. Creating Your Rhinestone Design While using a preformed template offers a starting point, you may want to create different designs. You’ll find several ways of design creation from using Cricut machines to computer programs. As you begin your journey with rhinestone design, you can start with a simple method to save on costs. We offer several free rhinestone template designs that you can download. Furthermore, you can read about how to make a simple rhinestone template using a punch tool. For this project, we used Photoshop to convert a simple image into a color dot pattern. Spiral Betty is a free program that can also turn an image into dots. Choose Quality Rhinestones for Your Bling Project Although you don’t need to choose the most expensive rhinestones for your bling project, avoid using cheaply made embellishments. Often, poorly made rhinestones will have color variations for the same hue. They may contain bubbles within their structure giving the embellishment a cloudy appearance. Comparatively, cheaply made rhinestones won’t have much sparkle or shine as compared to higher-end embellishments. For over 10 years, Rhinestones Etc. has been supplying dancers, skaters, and businesses with high-quality crystal rhinestones. We offer super-fast processing times with most orders shipping out the same day. Plus, we offer a large selection Preciosa Rhinestones as well as the cost-effective PriceLess brand. Browse our online store to find the perfect color for your next bling project. 
Wholesale clubs like Costco and Sam’s Club spur consumers to buy items in bulk. With the anticipation of saving money, people seek out deals on everything from toilet paper to ice cream. Buying bulk rhinestones can also save you money on embellishments that can be pricey. Benefits of Buying in Bulk This practice of buying large quantities of the same item has many great benefits for the consumer: 1. You have plenty of rhinestones. Having a large quantity means you won’t run out of rhinestones right in the middle of a project. 2. It’s environmentally friendly. Of course, buying in bulk uses significantly less packaging. 3. Lowers shipping costs. Although you can buy some colors in small quantities in craft stores, most rhinestone retailers are online. When you buy in bulk, you’ll have enough rhinestones to complete your design. This saves you from having to order again later on, thus saving on shipping. 4. Saves you money. Generally, when you buy in bulk, the cost per item is lower, also saving you money.
So, How Many Rhinestones Can I Expect in Bulk Packaging?
In today’s world of bling, you’ll find many different manufacturers packaging their products differently. Usually, retailers of less expensive rhinestones sell by weight. Often, the number of pieces can vary slightly for each package. However, brand-name rhinestone manufacturers generally package their products in very specific quantities. While retailers will generally repackage bulk rhinestones in smaller amounts, they’ll also sell bulk packaging at a discounted price. Usually, these packages also have some sort of authentication certifying their genuineness. Typically, you’ll find brand-name bulk rhinestones in the following quantities:
Of course, these quantities are for round rhinestones and manufacturers package rhinestone shapes differently. Check your retailer for specifics on pricing. FAQs About Purchasing Rhinestones If this is your first time buying rhinestones, you probably have many questions. Below, we answer a few commonly asked ones. If you have others, email us and we’ll be glad to help you. Is It Important to Buy a Brand Name Rhinestone? Brand-name rhinestone manufacturers create high sparkle, blemish-free, and consistent color embellishments. Today, Preciosa is the premier brand in rhinestones with over 500 years of tradition. Its Maxima rhinestone is a lead-free crystal with 15 precision-cut facets offering intense sparkle, brilliance, and scintillation. However, you’ll also find some quality rhinestones from Asia. Usually, these manufacturers offer less color selection and the rhinestones have fewer facets. Yet, you’ll find these rhinestones priced considerably less. Often, your choice is a matter of personal preference. Do I Need to Buy All the Same Color For Bulk Pricing? Yes. To enjoy the cost savings of bulk pricing, you must buy the entire package. What Rhinestone Color Should I Purchase? Generally, colors have different degrees of intensity and saturation. Do you want your rhinestone project to make a bold or subtle statement? Usually, picking a rhinestone color is also a personal preference reflecting your individual style. Where Can I Buy Rhinestones? Rhinestones Etc. has been selling quality embellishments since 2011. We offer fast processing times, great customer service, and a huge selection of rhinestones. Visit our online store before you begin your next bling project. Sometimes when you want a simple answer you find solutions requiring a lot of money. For example, let’s look at how to make rhinestone templates to create bedazzled clothing. Google it and you’ll find instructions using a cutter machine, transfer sheets, backing board, template paper, and computer software. Sounds complicated and expensive. However, you can make templates for under $20. Plus, you can use these templates for glue on rhinestones. You only need a few tools: a metal hollow hole punch set, hammer, and a self-healing paper cutting board. Alternately, you can also use a block of wood instead of the cutting board and save yourself even more money.
Why Use Rhinestone Templates?
Generally, applying rhinestones to clothing occurs in a pattern. You may be creating an object or words using rhinestones. A template helps you to maintain the symmetry and spacing between rhinestone easily. Often, you can find pictures or symbols by searching through embroidery or pattern books. Dover Publishing contains a wide variety of pattern design books. Additionally, we offer several free rhinestone templates that you can download.
Word Templates
Tee shirts with your message emblazoned on them are trendy. Blinged out clothing is both chic and in style. But, have you priced bedazzled clothing? It’s expensive! Yet, you can make your own when easily by using a template. Word processing programs make creating word templates super easy. Plus, you can choose from a variety of fonts and letter sizes. Moreover, you can print your word on a piece of graph paper to help with the spacing of the rhinestones. 
Animal and Symbol Templates Furthermore, you can make more than just word templates. Let’s say you want to add a bird, heart, or dragon to a tee shirt. You can find drawings of many of these objects online for free. Simply search online for free vector line drawings. Additionally, children’s coloring books or stencils are more great sources. Once you’ve got your copy, you simply punch evenly spaced holes in the outline of your image. First, place the copy of the image on your cutting board and position a punch tool. Then, tap the top of the punch tool several times with the hammer. Continue making holes around the perimeter, spacing the holes as needed. Next, take your template and lay it flat on your shirt. You can use a piece of chalk to mark the position of rhinestones or simply lay rhinestones inside the holes. Remove the template and make any necessary adjustments to the spacing and placement of the rhinestones. Then, you’re ready to glue them into place. 
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhinestones Often, our customers ask us the same types of questions. We’ve put together our most commonly asked ones.
Which Type Of Rhinestones Should I Use For My Project?
For years, many consumers have used Swarovski Rhinestones for their projects. Known for the production of quality embellishments, it was the brand to buy. Unfortunately, several months ago, the company began a restructuring project that would take them out of the retail market. However, the Preciosa brand has a far longer crystal making tradition than Swarovski. Preciosa draws upon over 470 years of glassmaking tradition from independent artisans. In 1948, these separate factories merged into one company. Plus, many other lesser-known manufacturers produce crystal, glass, or acrylic rhinestones. In particular, the Asian markets produce both MC and DMC rhinestones in glass and crystal with different price points. Quality and grading vary among manufacturers, so when in doubt, check online reviews. If possible, try to obtain a sample.
What Is The Best Rhinestone Adhesive?
Undoubtedly, the most popular method of attaching rhinestones to clothing is with glue. This process for gluing rhinestones to fabric is fairly simply resulting in a stunning result. Moreover, you can choose from several types of adhesives:
All these adhesives are washable and dry clear. However, some are easier to work with than others. While many consumers like E6000, this glue tends to be gloppy. Our preferred glue for adhering rhinestones to fabric is Gem-Tac.
How Many Rhinestones Will I Need?
Comparatively, the number of rhinestones you need for your project depends upon both the size of the design and rhinestones. Furthermore, manufacturers use a unique type of measurement to designate rhinestone sizes. Generally, a larger number next to the “ss” classification is a bigger rhinestone. Likewise, the smaller the number, the tinier the rhinestone. Moreover, the spacing will also determine your quantity. Ultimately, you’ll need more rhinestones to cover an area than a straight line or scattered pattern.
Where Can I Buy Quality Rhinestones?
Rhinestones Etc. wants to be your source for bling. Since 2011, we’ve been offering fast processing times, outstanding customer service, and competitive pricing for quality embellishment products. Visit our online store to view our inventory. Today, you’ll find plenty of rhinestone products made by many companies. Usually, you’ll find differences in the color selection of manufacturers’ offerings. Often, your project can help you choose a complementary rhinestone color. However, picking between glass or crystal rhinestones can be more difficult. Let’s look at the differences between these 2 materials. 
The Difference Between Glass and Crystal Modern crystal making began with Renaissance glassmakers. Typically, the glass of the day tended to cloud after several months, a process known as crizzling. The exact details of why one artisan added lead into the process are unknown. However, in 1674, King Charles II of England granted George Ravenscroft a patent for this new product. With the addition of lead, Ravenscroft’s glass became denser and clearer, with a higher refraction index. While Ravenscroft focused on glassware, a French jeweler was more interested in producing imitation gemstones. Typically, historians credit Georg Friedrich Strass with the invention of the first rhinestone. He added a foil backing to small pieces of crystal to produce an effect similar to diamonds. Today, you’ll find an abundance of rhinestone manufacturers and retailers. These companies use different materials and processes to create their product. Thus, not all rhinestones have the same sparkle. 
Top 4 Reasons to Choose Crystal Rhinestones Typically, all glass has reflective, refractive, and dispersion properties. Adding lead as an ingredient in glassmaking increased the refraction and dispersion indexes. Crystal is the highest quality rhinestone due to 4 important qualities: 1. Dispersion Properties Often called the prismatic effect, dispersion creates a rainbow by separating light into its component colors. Basically, the amount of dispersion depends on 2 properties of rhinestones: the material and facets. Due to its natural characteristics, crystal exhibits more dispersion ability than glass. Additionally, each little facet cut into the rhinestone acts like a prism to break up light. 2. Crystal Has a Higher Refractive Index Than Glass Transparent materials allow light to travel through them. However, as light passes from a less dense medium to a denser material, it slows down. As it slows, it also bends. Scientists call this property the refractive index. All transparent materials have a refractive index. The higher the index, the greater the sparkle and brilliance of the material. Moreover, as the refractive index increases, so does the amount of dispersion. Crystal, including lead-free products, has a higher refractive index than glass. 3. Crystal Is Stronger than Glass Although a form of glass, crystal is stronger, denser, and more malleable than traditional glass. This gives artisans the ability to cut more precise facets, and at different angles into the surface of the crystal. Both the number of facets and their arrangement help determine the rhinestone’s performance. 4. Crystal Always Has More Clarity Often, pure glass can have a certain cloudiness or tint to it. On the other hand, crystal is always clear. Of course, to create rhinestone colors, manufacturers use additional ingredients in their crystals. Sometimes, these ingredients can change the transparency of the rhinestone. 
Where to Buy Crystal Rhinestones When it’s time to buy crystal rhinestones, how do you know you’re purchasing a good product? Of course, if you buy a name brand, like Preciosa, you know you’re getting an excellent rhinestone. However, lesser-known brands also produce quality products. Yet, descriptions of products can leave out details about the material and manufacturing process. Furthermore, retailers also call clear rhinestones “crystal”. One way to ensure you buy a quality product is to choose your vendor carefully. At Rhinestones Etc. we’ve been selling quality embellishments online since 2011. We offer super-fast processing times so you get your rhinestones quickly. Plus, we have a huge inventory of brand-name Preciosa crystal products. Moreover, we have excellent customer service and love to answer your questions. Browse our online store today to find your color! Most people know Swarovski as the premier brand of crystal and rhinestones. Their Xirius Rhinestones has more facets than any other manufacturer, 16. Together with the array of stunning colors of rhinestones make them the rhinestone of choice. While known for the quality of crystal the company produces, most people are unaware of their recycling efforts. Truly, Swarovski has been at the edge of innovation from the very beginning of their existence. Some people aren’t aware of their environmental initiatives as they continually strive to make Swarovski Rhinestone the green alternative. Nowadays, many people are concerned with factories and their impact on the Earth. Many are trying to be greener or use sustainable practices to create a cleaner and healthier environment. Certainly, Swarovski is one of those companies who takes greener initiatives very seriously.  History of Swarovski Founded in 1895 by Daniel Swarovski in Austria, the fifth generation of family members run the company. Indeed, from the very beginning, Swarovski factories have been creating crystal through environmentally sound practices. In 2010, the company decided to take a more formal approach and issued the first of its sustainability reports. Henceforth, every 2 years, the company takes a hard look at their practices and issues a report on their progress. Swarovski continually seeks new opportunities to reduce energy consumption and lower emissions by adopting innovative energy efficiency measures and identifying opportunities to use renewable energy. According to their 2017 report, the company has a 26% decline in total energy consumption since 2010. The report cites the following energy efficiency and recycling efforts:
 The Lead-Free Alternative – Swarovski Rhinestone Certainly, scientific studies have proven without a doubt about the negative effects of lead. Unfortunately, for many years the only way to manufacture crystal was to include lead as an ingredient in the process. However, with the negative effects of lead, producers of crystal have sought to make crystal without lead. Since 2012, Swarovski has been doing just that with 100% of its crystal line is completely lead -free. The company has a patented formula that does not sacrifice the quality associated with Swarovski. Therefore, you can feel completely confident in using Swarovski Rhinestones to embellish your young daughter’s dance costume.  Where to Buy Rhinestones Rhinestones Etc. has been selling embellishments online for 10 years. We have competitive pricing on rhinestones and great customer service. Jeans are one of the most versatile items in any wardrobe. Pair them with a different top, shoes, or accessories, and transform your outfit from casual to business or dressy. Or, put on a pair of bedazzled jeans for a cosmopolitan and glamorous look. Why pay a high price when you can DIY rhinestone jeans to create your unique look? 
How to DIY Rhinestone Jeans Attaching rhinestones to clothing is easy and simple once you learn the methods of application. The most popular method for attaching rhinestones to fabric is gluing. While you’ll find several suitable rhinestone glues, my favorite for fabrics is Gem-Tac. It dries clear, is washable, and the flow is easy to control. Plus, it works well with denim. Many people also like E6000 for gluing rhinestones to fabric. Although gluing is an easy method for attaching rhinestones, there is a technique to it. If done incorrectly, your bedazzling crystals may fall off in the wash. When gluing rhinestones, use a drop of glue slightly smaller than the rhinestone. As you press the crystal into the glue, some of the glue should seep out from around the sides. This produces a seal that helps protect the rhinestone from peeling off. Another option is to use hotfix rhinestones. These crystals have glue on the flat side of the gem. Heating the rhinestone activates the glue. Then when it cools, forming a strong and permanent bond. Typically, hotfix rhinestones are the preferred choice for frequently worn and washed clothing. Alternatively, you can use metal settings to attach flatback (non hotfix rhinestones). Metal settings hold rhinestones in place with metal legs that wrap around the crystal. Rhinestones attached with metal settings are very secure. Finally, you can choose the sew-on rhinestones to hand stitch the crystals to your garment. Additionally, you can glue and sew these crystals into place for a more secure attachment. 
Some Rhinestone Pattern Ideas for Jeans Now that you’ve decided to DIY rhinestone jeans, how do you decide on a design? If you’re a beginner, you can start with something simple. Jeans with rhinestones on pockets are trendy and very easy to do. Moreover, the top hem of the pocket can work as a guide to keep the crystals in a straight line. Another idea is to scatter rhinestones along the outside pant leg seam. Before you begin gluing, place masking/painter’s tape on the jeans to mark the placement boundaries of the rhinestones. Doing so will give you nice clean lines. You can also combine fabric paint with rhinestones for a mixed-media type of embellishment. One of the easiest ways to fabric paint is to use stencils. Embroidery and cross-stitch pattern books are usually good places to find designs Often, you can find them at your local craft store. Additionally, you can make your own. Simply print a design onto cardstock, then cut it out with an X-ACTO knife. After painting your garment, accent it with rhinestones to make your artwork pop. 
What Rhinestone Size and Color Works Best?
Most rhinestone manufacturers offer a variety of colors. Often, your choices are a personal preference. Typically, crystal and crystal AB are popular options that match everything. For an accent color, choose a complementary color that is exactly opposite on the color wheel. Likewise, the best crystal size is a matter of taste. Some people like to make a bold statement while others prefer a little sparkle. Yet, choosing a rhinestone size can be confusing since manufacturers use a unique method of measurement. Usually, retailers will list crystalline products in stone size along with the accompanying millimeter measurement. For embellishing jeans, you may want to use 12ss, 16ss, or 20ss. Additionally, you can use a variety of sizes to give depth to your design. Ready to start your DIY rhinestone jeans project? Rhinestones Etc. has quality rhinestones at competitive pricing. You’ll love our fast processing times with many orders shipping the same day as purchased. Browse our online store to find your size and color. Usually, glitz and glamor are a fundamental part of most weddings. One way to add sparkle to many wedding items is to use rhinestones. While bedazzled items are expensive, you can DIY. Moreover, gluing rhinestones is simple and easy to do. We’ve got some great blinged out wedding suggestions so you can sparkle on your special day. 
Blinged Out Wedding Dress and Shoes Typically, most couples have a budget to work within when planning their wedding. However, one place a bride wants to splurge is with her dress. Every bride wants the perfect wedding dress and to feel beautiful. Yet, elaborately embellished wedding gowns may cost several thousand dollars. Instead, you can buy a plain dress and create a blinged out wedding dress. Many simple, but elegant gowns are available for a few hundred dollars. Depending on the manufacturer, size, and quantity, rhinestones may only cost you an additional $10-$100. Moreover, it’s easy to glue rhinestones! First, you need to choose a rhinestone glue for fabric. When you glue, use enough adhesive to let a bit of adhesive seep out to the edges of the rhinestone. This makes a seal that helps to keep the crystal firmly attached. You can read more about gluing rhinestones here. Another place to save money is to rhinestone your shoes. Why spend a lot of money on an expensive pair of shoes you’ll only wear once? Once again, buy yourself a plain pair and plan to add rhinestones. 
Rhinestones Nails Complete your wedding look with a rhinestone nail design. While a French Manicure is pretty, adding rhinestones gives you extra twinkle and shimmer. You can choose a neutral look with a hint of sparkle or a bold color with lots of glitz. Of course, you may prefer a manicurist to paint your nails, but it’s easy to DIY rhinestone nails. 
A Few Other Ideas to Create a Blinged Out Wedding Often, the wedding cake is the centerpiece at the reception. You can make your cake impressive with a sparkly cake topper using some card stock, wooden skewers, and rhinestones. Begin by searching the internet to find a free downloadable template or design one yourself. Although not necessary, a digital die-cutting machine, like Cricut, can cut your design with precision. Alternatively, you can use scissors or an X-Acto knife. Then, glue small rhinestones to your topper design. You can choose to add a few or cover your topper completely with crystals. Additionally, you can embellish toasting glasses, wedding favors, or table centerpieces. For example, a votive candle holder covered with rhinestones makes a nice favor. Moreover, you can add a little bling to invitations, menus, and seating cards. Of course, these are just a few ideas to make your wedding sparkle. Rhinestones are extremely versatile allowing plenty of creativity. Be inventive and see what other ideas you can come up with to make the wedding of your dreams. 
FAQs About Rhinestones Ready to create the blinged out wedding of your dreams but still have questions? Below we answer a few commonly asked ones about rhinestones. What’s the Best Rhinestone Size For My Wedding Dress? Really, there’s no right or wrong answer here. The answer depends on how much flash you want. Typically, the bigger rhinestones add a flashier sparkle while small stones add a subtle twinkle. Or, you may also want to consider using different sizes to add texture and visual interest. Should I Buy Glass or Crystal Rhinestones? Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime, special day. So, why skimp to save yourself a few dollars by buying cheap rhinestones lacking sparkle? Crystal rhinestones offer several important advantages over glass:
Manufacturers offer plenty of choices from neutral to bold hues. While brands offer many different shades, most create the 2 most popular colors crystal and crystal AB. The crystal is a clear stone designed to mimic a diamond. While the crystal AB stone is clear with an iridescent coating to reflect the colors of the rainbow. Preciosa has a large collection of rhinestone colors with several neutral hues:
Where Can I Buy Rhinestones Online? Of course, to create your blinged out wedding, you’ll need quality embellishments. Since 2011, Rhinestones Etc. has been selling high quality rhinestones online. With fast shipping, competitive pricing, and great customer service, we want to be your source for bling! Browse our online store to find your crystals. We’ve talked quite a bit about different aspects of rhinestones, their sparkle, facets and sizing. However, sometimes you want to add elegance and not sparkle. There is another embellishment which gives an opulent luster to your projects. I am talking about flat back pearls, also known as half back pearls. These pearls are rounded on the top with a flat back. This enables them to be glued to any flat surface. They are sized in the same way that rhinestones are sized, by “ss”. The “ss” size is usually accompanied by a millimeter size if you are unfamiliar with the “ss” sizes. You can read all about sizing here.  Gluing flat back pearls is simple, exactly the same as rhinestones. You’ll want a drop of glue slightly smaller than the pearl. When you press the pearl into the glue, some of the glue should seep out from the sides. Doing so provides a seal that keeps the pearl from peeling off. Like rhinestones, there are different manufacturers of flat back pearls. Some are made from plastic or acrylic components. And they are available in an array of colors. In addition, the price of flat back pearls depends on the material it is made from and the manufacturer.  Swarovski, the premier brand of rhinestones, makes flat back pearls as well. Their pearls are made with a crystal core covered by a unique coating technology developed by Swarovski. Moreover, this innovative technology gives their pearl a mysterious glow, which appears to be radiating from within the pearl itself. Also, Swarovski offers many colors as well as the traditional white. Flat back pearls can be used anywhere you would use rhinestones. Add romance to your wedding dress by gluing on flat back pearls. Dress up a pair of shoes. Embellish a Christmas ornament. Add a pearl or two to a handmade card for an extra special touch.  Need some bling supplies for you next project? Rhinestones Etc, has a large selection, competitive pricing, and great customer service. |
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