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    Pantone Color of the Year 2016: It's Twins!(Post)

    For the first time in Pantone’s history, the color company announced two shades for the title of “Color of the Year 2016”: Rose Quartz is a soft warm pink, balancing the misty baby blue of Serenity.

    Swarovski New Colors for Spring/Summer 2017 Trends, part 2(Post)

    Ah, new colors. I love this time of year…these posts let me get truly ridiculous. And, you keep reading! (Sucker.) Ahhhhh, dear reader. I’m truly thankful for you. Ok, so, let’s get on with it. Yell ...

    Rock On: 5 Metallic Looks for Nails(Post)

    In a world where Kate Bush is topping the charts, and 80s fashion is the latest micro-trend, there’s never been a time to rock metallic nails. If you’re looking to nail this trend, we at Rhinestones ...

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2022 Official Rules(Post)

    OFFICIAL RULES 2022 Sparkle in the Spotlight Contest Official Rules (Application is now closed) NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. PURCHASE WILL NOT IMPROVE CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBIT ...

    Best Swarovski Sew Ons Color Selection - 3200 & 3230(Post)

    Check out the amazing color selection in these top selling Swarovski Sew-On Rhinestones! 3200                3230 ...

    10 Ways to Sparkle Your Wedding(Post)

    Unless you ride a gossamer parade float crowned Miss Butter Queen at the state fair or are voted to the homecoming court, your queenly days are numbered. For most, there are maybe only 7 times in you ...

    Swarovski New Colors for Fall 2016/Winter 2017 Trends(Post)

    Swarovski has announced new flat back crystal colors! Light Chrome is in already on our shelves and we are taking pre-orders now for Scarabaeus Green. We are expecting the first shipment of these ...

    Swarovski New Colors for Fall/Winter 2015-16 Trends(Post)

    Swarovski has just announced their new colors! We are taking pre-orders now for Smoky Mauve- a Standard Color- and Paradise Shine- a Coated Color. We are expecting the first shipment of these flat ba ...

    PriceLess Crystal: Dancers' DIY Performance Enhancers(Post)

    We’re no strangers to fantastic costumes- with dozens of dance studios in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro, renowned pattern companies, cobblers and costume manufacturers calling the Twin Cities hom ...

    Bride Squad Sparkle | Elegant Crystal Wedding Details(Post)

    Enlist Your Bride Squad To Add Sparkle To Your Wedding Day Weddings are all about celebrating love and creating everlasting memories with friends and family. One vital part of this day is the bride s ...

    What’s the Difference Between AB and Non-AB Rhinestones?(Post)

    While searching for rhinestones, you keep coming across an unfamiliar term—AB. What does AB stand for? And what's the difference between AB and non-AB rhinestones? Does it matter which kind you ...

    Rhinestones 101: Choose Your Rhinestone Color (Post)

    Whether you are just starting your first rhinestone project or have jazzed up your own stuff for years, learning about your different options can help you strengthen your arsenal of sparkle. Let’s di ...

    Pantone Color of the Year 2017: Greenery(Post)

    Pantone Color Institute has selected Greenery, a soft, fresh spring green, as the 2017 Color of the Year. “Greenery is nature’s neutral. The more submerged people are in modern life, the greater thei ...

    Sparkle In The Spotlight Designer - FreidaB(Post)

    Our 2020 season is all about supporting artists. Artists and artist athletes such as dancers, figure skaters, gymnasts, drag queens, figure posing competitors, western show competitors and chee ...

    2013 is a Lovely Green...(Post)

    Oz has stepped out of its elusive place in our dreams and that gleaming, magical metropolis is about to grace our reality with a lush jeweled green: Pantone has announced that Emerald is, officially, ...

    Hotfix Rhinestone Trims | Self-Adhesive Crystal Tape(Post)

    How To Use Self-Adhesive Hotfix Rhinestone Trims Sparkle Up Your World with PriceLess Crystal Rhinestone Trims! Get ready to add a touch of dazzling glamour to your projects with PriceLess Cryst ...

    How To Use Rhinestones To Bling Gymnastics Leotards(Post)

    Poised and graceful, the gymnast rolls, leaps, and vaults across the floor and into the air. As they move, the reflective stones on their costume catch the light, shimmering in an array of colors and ...

    10 Popular Items You Can Add Rhinestones To(Post)

    Rhinestones are a versatile accessory you can tack onto just about anything, from clothing to home decor. If you’re a fan of glitz and glam, here are ten popular items you can add rhinestones to. Aft ...

    Swarovski New Colors Spring/Summer 2015(Post)

    Swarovski has announced their two new colors, Tangerine and Iridescent Green! These beautiful shades are available now, ready in time for you to plan your Spring/Summer 2015 collections. Tangeri ...

    NEW Crystalpixie™ Edge(Post)

    Swarovski® announces a new addition to the crystals for nail art market with Crystalpixie™ Edge! This funkier version of the classic Crystalpixie™ - which has been renamed ...

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020- Apply Now!(Post)

    Calling all Costume Designers! Apply now for a chance to be 1 of 6 contestants chosen to compete in Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020.  You will design and create a show-stopping costume using ...

    Sparkle In The Spotlight Designer - Designs by Sharon(Post)

    Our 2020 season is all about supporting artists. Artists and artist athletes such as dancers, figure skaters, gymnasts, drag queens, figure posing competitors, western show competitors and cheerlead ...

    Sparkle In the Spotlight Competition 2020​(Post)

    Sparkle In the Spotlight Competition 2020 This is our 3rd year with this exciting competition of inspiring dance costume creations. We are excited to present to you the six participants in the ...

    Sparkle In The Spotlight Designer - JJ Designs(Post)

    Our 2020 season is all about supporting artists. Artists and artist athletes such as dancers, figure skaters, gymnasts, drag queens, figure posing competitors, western show competitors and cheerle ...

    Swarovski - Let there be COLOR!(Post)

    Swarovski Shimmer, DeLite & Electric Colors Swarovski offers a plethora of new colors - the most stunning yet 20 Shimmer Colors, 6 Electric Colors;10 DeLite Colors Integrate a po ...

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 Designer - To Die For Costumes(Post)

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 - To Die For CostumesThis is our 3rd year with this exciting costume creating competition, Sparkle In the Spotlight. This year we partnered with Swarovski and tied in th ...

    Sparkle In The Spotlight Designer - Petra Designs(Post)

    Our 2020 season is all about supporting artists. Artists and artist athletes such as dancers, figure skaters, gymnasts, drag queens, figure posing competitors, western show competitors and chee ...

    Meet the Winner! SPARKLE IN THE SPOTLIGHT 2018(Post)

    Christine Murphy Designs “Don’t let anyone dull your sparkle,” declares Christine Murphy, America’s doyenne of custom crystallization. Recently crowned the winner of the Sparkle in the Spotlight 20 ...

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 Designer - Anicca Esthetics(Post)

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 - Anicca EstheticsThis is our 3rd year with this exciting dance costume creating competition, Sparkle In the Spotlight. This year we partnered with Swarovski and tied in ...

    Sparkle In The Spotlight Designer - The Dance Complex(Post)

    Our 2020 season is all about supporting artists. Artists and artist athletes such as dancers, figure skaters, gymnasts, drag queens, figure posing competitors, western show competitors and cheerleade ...

    Swarovski CRYSTALPIXIE™(Post)

    CRYSTALPIXIE™ is an innovative nail art product, which consists of hundreds of tiny crystals that are applied with nail polish or gel. These crystals create spectacular, shimmering 3D effec ...

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 Designer - Kelley Matthews Design(Post)

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 - Kelley Matthews DesignThis is our 3rd year with this exciting costume creating competition, Sparkle In the Spotlight. This year we partnered with Swarovski and tied in ...

    Sparkle In The Spotlight Winning Designer - Stephanie Seymour Costumes(Post)

    The Winner of the Sparkle in the Spotlight Contest 2019 is Stephanie Seymour.Stephanie is from Vancouver BC and moved to Seattle in 2011. She studied costuming at Capilano University and worked in th ...

    Rhinestone March Nail Art (Post)

    March is a month when I am sure ready for fresh color and sparkle galore! Let’s take a look at a few trending nail designs to inspire this month’s manicures. After being spotted on the 2022 ...

    You Asked!(Post)

    Questions You've Asked on GoogleWith so much confusion after the sudden withdrawl of Swarovski from the crystal components (beads and rhinestones) business, we thought that sharing our knowledge on c ...

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 Designer - Viola Bernice Collection(Post)

    Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 - Viola Bernice CollectionThis is our 3rd year with this exciting costume creating competition, Sparkle In the Spotlight. This year we partnered with Swarovski and tied ...

    Swarovski for Rhythmic Gymnastics(Post)

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    Swarovski New Colors for Spring/Summer 2016 Trends (part 2)(Post)

    Once again, Swarovski has blessed us with a new collection of cuts, colors and textures to keep us on trend and up to date. The latest release, announced February 2, 2015, is being manufactured no ...

    Brighten Up Your Basics with Swarovski Crystals(Post)

    Schedules look a little different this season, so while you're still practicing and training, you might as well sparkle in whatever you're wearing! With many dancers taking virtual classes, whether i ...

    Marsala, Color of the Year 2015(Post)

    And the winner is Marsala. Chosen by Pantone as the Color of the Year 2015, Marsala is a blend of blush and wine, a muted burgundy that has gone soft around the edges. It has enough pink to be inhere ...

    What Does the Color Green Mean & Symbolize?(Post)

    Are you looking to add punch and pizzazz to your upcoming fashion or artistic endeavor? A great way to make a statement with your project is by incorporating the bold, bright color green.What is the ...

    Swarovski Crystals Around the World - Austria(Post)

    Virtual Travel Blog First Stop - Austria!Austria may be one of Europe’s smallest countries, but it is also one of the most popular destinations in the world. Whether you’re traversing across its d ...

    Converse and Crystals(Post)

    One of my life’s discoveries is “Chuck Taylors unite the world.” In fact, I’ve seriously considered contacting Converse to start a global campaign around this truth. (Or, at the very least, create ...

    Crystal Avenue: Affordable Sparkle for Prom & Bridesmaids(Post)

    Big moments deserve a little extra sparkle. Whether you're getting ready for prom, standing beside your best friend on her wedding day, or planning your own bridal look, you want to feel confident, ...

    Turn Heads at Prom With These Top 2024 Trends(Post)

    Prom night is more than just a rite of passage for high schoolers; it is your time to shine, make unforgettable memories, and celebrate the end of an era. You want a prom night that is woven into ...

    Sew-On Stones for Irish Dance Dresses: The Complete Guide(Post)

    THE COMPLETE GUIDE Sew-on stones for Irish dance dresses, decoded. The best sew-on stones for Irish dance dresses are larger crystal shapes — peardrops, navettes, ovals, and rivolis — pl ...

    The Ultimate Guide to Using Flatback Rhinestones on Clothing(Post)

    Do you have a piece of clothing that you think would look amazing covered in bling, but you’re hesitant because you aren’t sure how to shop for and apply rhinestones properly? Don’t ...

    4 Rhinestone Earring Trends to Rock This Year(Post)

    The new year is here and I don’t know about you but I am ready to live it up! Adding a little sparkle to my outfits is one of the ways I find joy in my life. I feel like the perfect rhinestone jewelr ...

    Ultra Violet, Color of the Year 2018(Post)

    You know we love our purple here in RU’s home state, Minnesota. Purple pride for the Vikings, purple anything (with flare) for Prince. So, we’re extra excited for this year’s Color of the Y ...

    Purple Color Psychology: What Does the Color Purple Signify?(Post)

    What Does the Color Purple Signify?Have you ever wondered why the color purple makes us feel so mesmerized and charmed? You can find shades of purple just about everywhere: in clothing, décor, art—ev ...

    Swarovski® Corporate Restructuring (and what it means for you)(Post)

    NOTICEFrom our Swarovski Representative: "Swarovski has been successfully operating for over 125 years. To ensure that we remain a sustainable and relevant business in this rapidly evolving retail ...

    Trending Fall DeLite Colors(Post)

    What is better than a beautiful and bright color palette for fall? The new Swarovski DeLite colors offer a romantic and purposeful color scheme.  "In 2021, JOMO not FOMO (JOY of missing out ...

    Faith, Trust, Fairy Godmother Dust(Post)

    If you’ve ever let yourself get lost in a Disney story or cheered on the underdog, you can get behind the magic in this year’s Fairy Godmother Project event: animals became attendants, amber and lace ...

    Beach Ready: Add Bling to Your Summer Accessories(Post)

    Summer is the most wonderful time of the year, and when it arrives, one thing we all love to do is hit the beach. Whether you’re lounging on a beach blanket catching some rays or taking a dip i ...

    Modern Metallics(Post)

    Metallic elements continue to rise to the top of fashion trends, and it’s no real wonder. Acting as shy neutrals and scene stealers, elegant accents and in-your-face mind-blowing alternativ ...

    Sparkle Is Her Love Language: Meet Johnette Rutledge(Post)

    Some people pick up a hobby. Others can't stop creating. For Johnette Rutledge, creativity has always been part of who she is. As a third-generation dance educator from Eagan, Minnesota, she gr ...

    European Crystal Brilliance | An Unmatched Clarity(Post)

    Unmatched Clarity And Brilliance Of European Crystals SHOP MAXIMA Crystals by Preciosa  |   SHOP LUX European Crystal Unrivaled Sparkle If you’ve ever worked with rhinestones tha ...

    Quick Sparkle Fixes to the Rescue!(Post)

    Rhinestone Trims & Jewelry for Custom Dance Costumes It's summer. Recitals are over. Nationals are approaching and your motivation may be more focused on pool time than costuming those new solos or ...

    Rhinestones Unlimited Color Sample Cards(Post)

    A customer favorite - Order your updated cards today! Wheh! it's been a year (and a half), right?  Between the pandemic,  the Swarovski Corporate Restructuring announcement, the wit ...

    Showing Swarovski Style at Dry Creek Designs(Post)

    If you’ve not been in our showroom in the past year, you’ve missed out on the show-stopping show jacket garnering so much attention. Designed by Liz Workland from Idaho’s Dry Creek Designs, the cu ...

    College This Fall? Ways To Apply Crystals to School Gear(Post)

    It’s that time of year when you get ready to head back to college for an exciting new semester. Forget being ordinary. Instead, shine like a diamond this fall with some gorgeous crystal-laden g ...

    Ovation Design Box: Bring Our Showroom to You!(Post)

    Ready Set Sparkle!  France, Australia, Asia, Florida...we have customers from all over the world looking to sparkle up their projects, and every one has unique needs.  But, what's ...

    Swarovski New Colors Fall/Winter 2014-15(Post)

    After careful consideration, Swarovski has released two beautiful new crystal shades, predicting hot colors of future seasons, and manufacturing has begun! Available now, designers of all genres h ...

    GEMGEL Adhesive™(Post)

    Our GEMGEL Adhesive™is a “game changer” for Nail Techs! GEMGEL Adhesive™ is a resin adhesive that cures like a gel. A UV/LED is required to cure the GEMGEL Adhesive™. Use it to cr ...

    Swarovski New Colors for Spring/Summer 2014(Post)

    Have you seen these? Take a closer look at the two new fresh and beautiful Swarovski crystal colors: Light Silk and Crystal Rose Gold, available now in preparation for next year’s forecasted trends.

    World Dance Organisation | Celebrating Dance Talent(Post)

    World Dance Organisation: Celebrating Excellence With Sparkle For the second year in 2025, the World Dance Organisation (WDO) brings together dancers, teachers, and supporters from around the globe f ...

    Why Preciosa is the Leader in Luxury Crystal Rhinestone Production(Post)

    PRECIOSA SPOTLIGHT The Top Five Reasons Preciosa® Is the Leader in Luxury Crystal Rhinestone Production The science and centuries of Bohemian heritage behind the world's pinnacle flatback crysta ...

    Living Large!(Post)

    In the performance world, living large is practically a necessity. On a big stage, in a big auditorium, your performance must be bigger in order for people to actually see you.Project! En-n ...

    Bring Sparkle to Your Spring Garden(Post)

    GARDEN INSPIRATION Rhinestone Garden Accents for Spring Unexpected elegance for flowerpots, pillows, vases, and every corner of the garden that deserves a little sparkle. Spring invites us outdoors ...

    MInneapolis Showroom and Design Space(Post)

    Showroom HoursA SPACE FOR CREATIVITYWe welcome you to visit our creative showroom and design space near Minneapolis, Minnesota.  We love selecting crystals, appliques, trims, and jewelry as we h ...

    What is a Rhinestone? A True Fairy Tale.(Post)

    It’s actually a sweet little beginning: Once upon a time, the banks of Europe’s Rhine River sparkled with thousands of rock crystal pebbles that gleamed in prismatic brilliance along the water’s edge ...

    Swarovski New Colors for Spring/Summer 2016 Trends(Post)

    Swarovski has just announced new flat back crystal colors! We are taking pre-orders now for Blush Rose, Metallic Sunshine and Light Chrome. We are expecting the first shipment of these flat backs, in ...

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    Rhinestones 101: Choosing A Brand And Crystal Quality If you ask experienced rhinestoners what decision matters most in a project, many will tell you the same thing: ✨ Crystal quality changes everyth ...

    Ovation Performance Jewelry and Accessories(Post)

    Create a professional look with a beginner budget with Ovation Performance Jewelry and Accessories Ovation Performance Jewelry & Accessories™, made with Swarovski® crystals, give new competito ...

    Limited Edition Earrings(Post)

    UPDATE!! Good News! Three Swarovski DeLite Simple Rivoli 14mm DeLite Earrings are now available in clip ons:                         ...

    Preciosa MAXIMA: Frequently Asked Questions (Post)

    PRODUCT GUIDE What Is Preciosa® Chaton Rose MAXIMA? A premium European crystal flatback engineered for optical brilliance, durability, and production consistency. The Chaton Rose MAXIMA is Prec ...

    LUX Austrian Crystal: New Colors and Sizes!(Post)

    We’re only three month into 2017 and we already have five new colors – and a new size- to introduce in LUX Austrian Crystal®. Where pink fades into yellow, we give you a sweet and sunny grown-up ...

    It’s Your Day! A Quick Guide to Bedazzling Your Bridal Shoes(Post)

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    Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Kelly Knief(Post)

    To Die For Costumes made this lovely costume for Kelly Knief, which they have had the pleasure for making them for years. They usually make three costumes a season for Kelly and she wins a title w ...

    Why Are Rhinestones Called Rhinestones?(Post)

    Why are rhinestones called rhinestones?  What is a rhinestone?Rhinestones are named after sparkling quartz pebbles once found on the banks of the Rhine River in Europe. It's said that these ...

    Swarovski Crystals Around the World - Africa(Post)

    Virtual Travel Blog Next Stop- AfricaThe canvas upon which this continent's epic story is written is not only beautiful but astonishing. Whether heading out at dawn on a safari game drive following m ...

    Xirius Stone, Serious Sparkle(Post)

    Well, they’ve done it again. Always on the verge of something groundbreaking, Swarovski has created the most brilliant crystal flat back to date: Xirius 2088 flat back. Sounds like something fro ...

    PriceLess Crystal™—The Most Cost-Effective Crystal On the Market!(Post)

    Ladies, gents. You want the truth? Whether your medium is music, dance, skating, theater, cheer, posing, acrobatics, pageantry, riding, showing or just wowing the crowd (politics? Does that count?), ...

    Consistency and Reliability: Premium European Crystals(Post)

    SHOP MAXIMA Crystals by Preciosa  |   SHOP LUX European Crystal Consistency You Can Count On For designers, artists, and manufacturers who demand a flawless and uniform aesthetic, the ...

    Back to School Sparkle: Celebrations and Superfans(Post)

    The first month of back-to-school is underway, and homecoming celebrations are in the works! Loud noises, costumed antics, confectionery frocks and a gym full of disco ball reflections- nothing says ...

    Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Jennifer Teel(Post)

    To Die For Costumes made this beauty for Jennifer Teel, a graduating senior. It's been a tough year for these graduating seniors so she wanted to make her extra sparkly! She has been making her costu ...

    New Color from Swarovski- Iris!(Post)

    The Power of PurpleNew in our store from Swarovski, the ever captivating new color Iris. Iris is the perfect shade of medium purple. Paler than Amethyst, yet blazing more intensely than Light Am ...

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    Practice to Performance – A Professional Look on a Beginner Budget(Post)

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    Hot Rhinestone Colors for Fall/Winter 2012 Trends(Post)

    As promised, we have matched Pantone’s Fall/Winter 2012 color trends to our own crystal palette, and present them to you here. Check out this season’s hot colors! If you’ve already forgotten Pantone ...

    Nail Art "for Art's Sake"(Post)

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    A Guide to Rhinestones and Leather(Post)

    RHINESTONES- A PERFECT COMPLIMENT TO YOUR LEATHERWORK Adding rhinestones to leather is one of my favorite ways to spruce up an outfit. From rhinestone western wear to dance costumes to my Satur ...

    Preciosa Neon Costume Design Partnership(Post)

    INTRODUCING NEONS FROM PRECIOSA in Partnership with Rhinestones Unlimited Six show-stopping colors in MAXIMA Crystals by Preciosa that come alive under UV light- coming this week!As part of our ...

    Rhinestones for Gymnastics(Page)

    Gymnasts dedicate hours to perfecting their routines, and competition is your time to shine. Elevate your performance wear with rhinestones for gymnastics. Rhinestones Unlimited offers crystals, rh ...

    Rhinestones for Western Show and Tack(Page)

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    History of Rhinestones(Page)

    What is a Rhinestone? A rhinestone is a man-made imitation of a cut and polished gemstone. Centuries ago, quartz pebbles with a high lead content were found sparkling on the banks of Europe's Rhine ...

    Crystals by Preciosa(Page)

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    Starcut Crystal™(Page)

    STARCUT CRYSTAL® BRILLIANT.CLASSIC. LUXURY. A crystal that was written in the stars and exceeds expectations. Every act and deed of goodness brightens the sky and we believe the Starcut Cry ...