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What Are Genuine Rhinestones Actually Made Of?(Post)
Everything you need to know about Real v. Artificial RhinestonesWhether you’re a jewelry fanatic or an occasional craft enthusiast, there’s no denying that rhinestones bring a certain je ne sais quoi ...
Pink Color Psychology: What Does the Color Pink Mean?(Post)Ah, the color pink. Its bright and cheerful appearance can lift our spirits, make us feel romantic, and represent softness and femininity. As a rhinestone user, you know this firsthand—aft ...
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 ...
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 ...
Placing Your Order | Rhinestones 101 Buying Guide(Post)Rhinestones 101: A Guide To Placing Your Order You’ve done the planning.You’ve picked your stones.You’ve survived the estimating math. (Which, honestly, deserves a small celebration ...
7 Facts About Rhinestones That’ll Surprise You (Post)Think you know everything there is to know about rhinestones? At Rhinestones Unlimited, we’re obsessed with everything rhinestone-related (don’t act too surprised!). Read these rhinestone facts and s ...
Preciosa® Branding (Post)Crystals from the heart of Europe | Bohemian crafted since 1548 Preciosa is a global leader in supplying premium crystal components for luxury brands, custom artists and the DIY'er. With nearl ...
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 ...
DIY Valentines Gift Ideas | Create Sparkling Gifts(Post)14 DIY Valentine's Day Gift Ideas That Sparkle Valentine’s Day is here—and if you’re anything like us, you’d rather give something meaningful than grab another generic, last-m ...
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 ...
Minnesota Dance Team Getting Ready to Shine(Post)Some of the volunteers and RU employees who helped embellish the U of MN costumes with Swarovski crystal product.Swarovski® is constantly on the search to work with the most skilled artists worldwide ...
Swarovski Sparkle for U of MN at Nationals(Post)We can all attest that when you look good, you feel good. When you’re wearing a glimmering crystal costume featuring Swarovski® crystals and created by trend-setting costumers, we can assume you feel ...
Sparkle in the Spotlight 2022 Designers(Post)2022 marked our 5th annual Sparkle in the Spotlight Crystal Design Contest. The contest which began in 2018 in partnership with Swarovski, has become a favorite of our customers and social media foll ...
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 ...
3 Reasons To Make Custom Partner Costumes for Ballroom Dance(Post)Dancing is all about excitement, passion, and expression. In the realm of ballroom dancing, one aspect that often goes unnoticed is the importance of partner costumes. A perfectly coordinated outfit ...
✨ MAXIMA Hotfix Rhinestones: Premium European Crystal with Heat-Activated Application(Post)When sparkle meets staying power, that's when the magic happens. This guide walks you through everything MAXIMA Hotfix: what makes these crystals special, how to apply them successfully, and why they ...
Camp Sendoff - Best of Luck UMDT!(Post)Since participating in the United Dance Association/United Cheer Association (UDA/UCA) national finals sixteen years ago- a competition for the dancers, cheer leaders, even the mascots of colleges a ...
Real Men Wear Rhinestones - Part 1(Post)Life example #1: When I was six and my friend and I were struck by the urge to perform a “Jem and the Holograms” routine in the yard, never would we simply walk out into the sun in whatever Kool-Aid- ...
LUX European Crystal Partnership | A Wish Come True(Post)The Partnership Of LUX European Crystal & A Wish Come True A Stage for Innovation and Excellence This year, we’re proud to partner with A Wish Come True (AWCT)—a leader in costume des ...
European Crystal Durability | Strong And Beautiful(Post)European Crystals Are Engineered For High Durability SHOP MAXIMA Crystals by Preciosa | SHOP LUX European Crystal Crafted to Last When you put time, creativity, and care into a rhin ...
Crystal Quality | How To Choose The Best Rhinestones(Post)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 ...
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.
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 ...
Real Men Wear Rhinestones - Part 2(Post)For those confident enough to handle all the attention they’ll get, there are rhinestones. PH balanced for a woman? Maybe. But rhinestones are strong enough for a man, too, and I’ve known plenty of c ...
Slice Through the Competition With Unique Skating Costumes(Post)Envision yourself gliding on the ice, emanating confidence and style that inspires awe in your performance and captivating attire. By investing in unique skating costumes, you can outshine your compe ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Crystallize your Face!(Post)For Halloween, Stage Performance, or a Special Event - Crystallized Body Art is Trending! Recommended for Crystal Body Art RHINESTONES 12ss-30ss YOFI COSMETICS STICK IT BODY ADHESIVE or RHINESTONE GL ...
5 Ways To Add Subtle Bling to Everyday Looks(Post)Incorporating just the right amount of sparkle into your daily wardrobe can elevate your style while keeping it sophisticated and chic. Adding subtle bling to everyday looks is easier than you think, ...
Swarovski Spring/Summer Launch(Post)For 2020, trend researchers foresee one overarching theme: emotions. Swarovski experts have broken this theme down into four creative directions to reflect the master trends for Spring/Summer 2020 ...
Swarovski Xilion Rose Enhanced Flat Back Rhinestone(Post)This week, Swarovski announced the new Xilion Rose Enhanced flat back rhinestone (article 2058) is replacing the existing line. Rhinestones Unlimited is the only U.S. distributor who has the Enhanced ...
How to Create a Classical Tutu for Your YAGP Ballerina: A Step-By-Step Guide(Post)Does your young ballerina have their sights set on the prestigious Youth American Grand Prix (YAGP)? Having the perfect tutu can give them the confidence to shine on stage. But with so many option ...
Watch BURLESQUE by Larkin Dance Studio(Post)Rhinestones Unlimited Celebrates 25 Years with a Special Dance Partner: Larkin Dance Studio, Celebrating 75 Years! Celebrating Success: Two Shining Stars Rhinestones Unlimited, thrilled to b ...
Swarovski for Rhythmic Gymnastics(Post)Swarovski Crystals and Rhythmic Gymnastics- a Winning CombinationNext-level leotards: Xirius Rose Hotfix crystals, Drop and Galactic Sew-on Stones come in a bold and brilliant range of huesAdd power ...
Five Flawless Occasions to Wear a Tiara(Post)A tiara, a symbol of elegance and royalty, can elevate any outfit to a whole new level of glamour. Whether you're attending a formal event, celebrating a special occasion, or simply feeling like a pr ...
Sparkle Sample(Post)Rhinestones Unlimited has been serving Costume, Performing Arts, DIY and Nail Art customers for over 20 years. We have proudly stayed true to our founding principle of remaining UNLIMITED in ou ...
Add Some Attitude with Spikes and Pyramids(Post)When you’re feeling like conquering the world, add a little fierce to your look. In Native American cultures, this meant war paint for both warrior and horse. Among New Zealand’s Maori, it’s a fri ...
What glue is best for rhinestones on fabric?(Post)There are many glues on the market that work very well to glue your rhinestones to fabric. You may prefer one over another for ease of application or for performance for your unique project. Use ...
How To Use Rhinestones for Western Show Apparel(Post)Bling, It's a Cowgirl Thing!As an equestrian show rider and performer, you know how to wow the crowds with fluid, graceful, athletic movements, but also with your sense of style. Your show apparel an ...
RU Presents: Jourdan Epstein of SYTYCD (and mom, too!)(Post)Rhinestones Unlimited is proud to be part of an arts-packed Minnesota community, one that has fostered scores of successful professional and competitive dancers, including four contestants on Fox’ ...
University of Minnesota Nationals Jazz Costume 2018(Post)Coming off a double national championship win last year- a mic drop moment, to be sure- the University of Minnesota Dance Team is heading back into the arena with new coaches, but the same jaw-droppi ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Alex Lonigro(Post)This To Die For Costume was designed and made for Miss Alex Lonigro, a 14 year old, who dances at Jennifer Napolitano School of Performing Arts in Seaford, NY. They have made her costumes for th ...
Designing With Sparkle | Your Ultimate Crystal Guide(Post)The Go-To Guide For Designing With Sparkle ✨ Shop Sample Cards, Stone Sizer Tool & Estimating Guide Designing with rhinestones should feel exciting — not overwhelming. Whether you’re ...
Savannah Manzel World of Dance - Never Before Seen Costume!(Post)Our sweet and talented Savannah Manzel made it all the way to the semi-finals on season 4 of World of Dance. She had the experience of a life time, wowing the judges and audience on the big stage ...
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 ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - McKenzie Huffman(Post)We welcomed an inside peek at the designer’s sketches, as the initial design concepts were being formed for this beauty of a costume. We are also sharing some pictures of the base of the costu ...
We Support Artists(Post)We're talking to you, creator!It’s not just rhinestones that make you shine. After all, paint on a palette is still just paint- it takes the imagination and the action of an artist to bring the c ...
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 ...
MAXIMA Vs LUX | Authentic European Crystal Quality(Post)Authentic European Crystal Brilliance: MAXIMA vs LUX SHOP MAXIMA Crystals by Preciosa | SHOP LUX European Crystal MAXIMA Crystals by Preciosa® vs LUX European Crystal™ Whe ...
Learning New Ways to Help You Sparkle!(Post)This month, in the spirit of gratitude and celebration surrounding the holidays, Rhinestones Unlimited turned a team-building opportunity into a full-fledged crystal party! It was fun disguised as le ...
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 ...
University of Minnesota Dance Team Sponsorship 2018(Post)If you think you have school spirit, take a look at the University of Minnesota, whose mascot and dancers have won national awards steadily for the past two decades. The U of M Dance Team has, in fac ...
Rhinestones Unlimited; Our Core Values(Post)Our Four Core ValuesWhen businesses speak about their values and culture – People often tune out. They don’t relate to that carefully worded statement from a CEO, or a member of the Leadership team, ...
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 ...
DIY Dance Costume (Advanced)(Post)From your most advanced dancer, to your daughter who you want to shine in the spotlight with her new dance solo, to the 3rd place finalist on World of Dance - sometimes you just want the best! ...
How Much is in a Gross of Rhinestones?(Post)What is a Gross of Rhinestones A gross is a dozen dozens, or 144 pieces, whether you're quantifying rhinestones, shoe boxes or bolts of fabric. Rhinestones are often packaged in units of gross or ...
Hometown Dance Team | Sponsoring Local Dance Talent(Post)23-Time National Champions The University of Minnesota Dance Team The energy is electric as we gear up for one of the most exciting events of the year! At Rhinestones Unlimited, we are thrilled to co ...
Sparkle in the Spotlight 2020 WINNER - Summit Dance Shoppe(Post)And the Winner Is... Summit Dance ShoppeWe are excited to present Summit Dance Shoppe with the $500 prize and honor of being named the 2020 Sparkle in the Spotlight champion. Stephanie Wise Ols ...
Plan Your Project | Rhinestone 101 Expert Guidance(Post)Rhinestones 101: How To Plan Your Project Properly Every rhinestone project starts with excitement… and usually a few questions. What kind of stones should I use?What size makes sense?Do I nee ...
What’s your Jewel Cut Personality?(Post)What’s your Jewel Cut personality? Recognizing the major trend of lavish, luxury design for every budget (because we brought your requests to their ears, dear reader!), Swarovski® has just introd ...
Tips To Ensure Your Drag Costume Shines This Pride Month(Post)Drag is all about depth—layers of fabric, facets of personality, and pounds of glitter. But how do you make sure your ensemble is as fierce as it can be? With Pride Month right around the corner, you ...
Swarovski® and the Oscars(Post)Did you watch the Oscars? This year marks the 89th year of the Academy Awards, possibly the most glorious spectacle of red carpet black tie there ever has been. And, for the last decade, Swarovski ...
PriceLess Crystal | A Brilliant And Sparkling Reboot(Post)PriceLess Crystal: A Brilliant And Sparkling Reboot A New BeJeweled Era for a Classic Brand PriceLess Crystal, a beloved brand among artists and designers, is excited to announce a sparkling flatback ...
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 ...
Tips for Accessorizing Custom Dance Costumes(Post)Is this your first-time adding rhinestones to a dance costume? Here's the good news: if you've ever rhinestoned shoes, water bottles, or home decór, the process of rhinestoning costumes is quite si ...
Stage Sparkle Inspires Swarovski Nails(Post)Street style and stage presence meet in nail art masterpieces! Melia Barnes has chiseled a lifetime of dance energy into some haute couture spirit fingers with her spectacular manicures. Now that she ...
Spotlight On...Patrick, Customer Service & Sales(Post)In my sleuthing journalism, I've uncovered some sweet, some smarmy truths about the folks behind your glittering Rhinestone Unlimited packages. Who are these people on the other side of your order, r ...
Spotlight On...Geoff, Fulfillment Supervisor(Post)In my sluething journalism, I've uncovered some sweet, some smarmy truths about the folks behind your glittering Rhinestone Unlimited packages. Who are these people on the other side of your order, r ...
NEW from E6000 Glue Adhesives!(Post)Two new glue offerings have arrived in our warehouse and we know you will be interested in these! E6000 PLUS with get this, NO ODOR! And, E6000 classic formulation with screw on precision tips!E6000 ...
The Ultimate Guide to Your Rhinestone Toolkit(Post)Sparkle, shimmer, and shine! Rhinestones are a fabulous addition to any wardrobe or DIY project. But to create dazzling designs with these little crystals, you need to have the right tools at your di ...
Tips for Blinging Your Horse Tack With Rhinestones(Post)When you're performing at a horse show, not only do you want to show off your brilliance to the world, you want to show off the brilliance of your equine partner. Custom embellished tack will bring o ...
Support Theresa Cruz(Post)We met Theresa Cruz at our first Dance Teacher & Studio Owner Workshop in Chicago in 2013. She attended the workshop and the United Dance Merchants of America (UDMA) trade show in anticipation of ...
Cool Tool of the Day: Pick-N-Stick (and more)!(Post)Crazy nails and tiny stones make non-tasty butterfingers out of any rhinestone job. If you can’t pick up your embellishing elements, how can you wow the crowd with your glitzy pizzazz? Make things ...
The Making of University of Minnesota Dance Team Jazz & Pom Costumes 2020(Post)The Making of UMDT's Jazz & Pom CostumesRhinestones Unlimited is proud to have sponsored the University of Minnesota's Dance Team for a 4th season with two gorgeous costumes. This team has heart like ...
How To Rhinestone A Dance Costume(Post)Want to learn how to embellish a dance costume with rhinestones? We've packed this video with all the tips, tricks, and tools we use! Here are the links for products featured in the video: SHOP RHINE ...
Type Of Rhinestones | Choose The Best Crystal Styles(Post)What Type Of Rhinestones Do I Need For My Project? You’re ready to start your rhinestone project. You have an idea.You can picture the sparkle.You might even have colors in mind. And then the q ...
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 ...
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 ...
How to Attach Flat Backs(Page)Choose Your Attachment Method Wondering how to attach flat back rhinestones? One of the first steps in embellishing ...
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 ...
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Buy With Confidence(Page)Choosing the right rhinestone supplier matters. When you shop with Rhinestones Unlimited, you’re not just purchasing crystals — you’re partnering with a company that believes ...
Types of Flatback Rhinestones(Page)Types of Flatback Rhinestones or Crystals Flat back rhinestones are loose rhinestones used on costumes, clothing, and other accessories. The back side (which, yes, is flat) includes a type of reflec ...
How to Rhinestone a Dance Costume(Page)How to Rhinestone a Dance Costume Want to learn how to embellish a dance costume with rhinestones? We've packed this video with all the tips, tricks, and tools we use! Here are the links for prod ...
Choose Your Quality(Page)Rhinestones Unlimited carries various high-quality rhinestones to suit different budgets. We are "unlimited" in our selection o ...
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