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Preciosa SS2025 Launch(Post)Mad for Sparkle- Preciosa Crystal Innovations for Spring Summer 2025The Ethical and Sustainable Manufacturing of Preciosa CrystalWith a trend towards buying the cheapest or fastest rhinestones and ...
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 ...
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 ...
Rhinestones 101: What Size Rhinestone Do I Need?(Post)Narrow down the best rhinestones for your project. Time to talk about rhinestone size. Ah, the age-old question: does size matter? I’m not sure I can fully answer that in this article, but we h ...
Does it Matter Where I Buy My Rhinestones? (Post)Yes, it does. If you’re going to invest hours of your life into creating something beautiful, you want it to look the best it can. Beyond your artistry, the materials you choose make a big differe ...
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 ...
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 ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes 2 - Macy Deppe(Post)To Die For Costumes made this fun, sassy costume for Macy Deppe, who is a graduating senior this year. They have been making costumes for Macy and her sister for the last four years. Whi ...
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 ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes with Ovation Appliqués(Post)To Die For Costumes knocked it out of the park by adding these gorgeous Ovation Swarovski Crystal appliqués. These Ovation Appliqués in Golden Mix are already beautifully adorned with two ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Ava Menzel(Post)To Die For Costumes made this exquisite deign for Ava Menzel, who lives in Michigan. The feeling for this piece, "Sometimes a little stoning is all you need to send a piece over the top!" ...
DIY Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Maddie Faggart(Post)To Die For Costumes made this exquisite white costume for dancer Maddie Faggart, for a pageant this year. She, unfortunately, was not able to wear it because the pageant was canceled. How disappointi ...
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 ...
Preciosa vs. Swarovski Rhinestones: Which Is Best for You?(Post)Looking for rhinestones for your next costuming, nail art, or other DIY endeavors? When it comes to rhinestone brands, there are several to choose from. Two you may be considering are Preciosa and ...
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 ...
13 Ways (Including DIY!) to Keep “Comfy” Pretty on Prom Night(Post)Ahh, prom. A time to take the leap and tell your dream date- OMG- you’re, like, totally into them. A time to feel pampered, primped and pretty. A time to DANCE. (Showing off all those move ...
UMDT Performs Beautifully for Another National Championship(Post)"In all my four years on this team, I have never felt so calm and confident heading into nationals. Our coaches have been beyond supportive… Our choreographers put both themselves and our team to the ...
How Bohemia Shaped Swarovski and Preciosa(Post)HERITAGE STORY The Cradle of Sparkle: How Bohemia Shaped Swarovski® and Preciosa® Two crystal empires. One Bohemian valley. Centuries of inherited artistry. When we think of the world's mos ...
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 ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Brynley Mestan(Post)Brynley Mestan is a new client this past season to join the To Die For Costumes family and they could not be happier. Brynley is 8 years old from Priscilla and Dana's School of Dance in North Kansas ...
Sparkle in the New Year 2017(Post)Dear reader, Dearest, loveliest, glitteriest reader. Please excuse my most egregious absence- it’s been six months since I’ve written! There have been so many updates at Rhinest ...
Swarovski Geometric Flat Backs(Post)New Swarovski Crystals Take Center StageElectric DeLite Flat BacksIris (coming soon)Geometric Flat Backs (coming soon) ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Indigo Ellis(Post)This beautiful To Die For Costumes/Black Label Design was designed for 12 year old, Indigo Ellis, of Dancin’ Bluebonnets in Houston, TX. They have been creating the best costumes for Indigo for ...
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 ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Joely May Stupeck(Post)To Die For Costumes has been making costumes for this lucky dancer for years. Her name is Joely May Stupeck, who is now 13 years old. She dances at Ratio Dance in Auburn, Indiana, where her mom, ...
How To Make Rhinestones Stay On Your Nails Longer (Post)For the Longest Lasting Rhinestone Nail Design GEMGEL Adhesive and Crystals For Nails The trend of gorgeous rhinestone nail design is here to stay and our rhinestones come in all different ...
A Quick Pick-Me-Up(Post)I wouldn’t say I’m complaining, per se, but for me, one of the gravest disappointments of living inside a taller body is that people don’t make a habit of picking me up and flinging me about like ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Hannah Colin(Post)To Die For Costumes made this gorgeous coral costume for a sweet sixteen year old named Hannah Colin. She is a soon-to-be Teen Miss Indiana Pageant contestant. The pageant was unfortunately pushed ba ...
Preciosa Price Increase- An Offer of Some Relief for Our Customers(Post)Rhinestones Unlimited Absorbs Much of The Increase- Jan-March 2023!Preciosa Global Price IncreasePreciosa Components announced in the fall of 2022 that they would be implementing their largest global ...
Swarovski Nails Inspiration & Innovation(Post)NEW Swarovski Crystals For Nails In 2021, JOMO not FOMO (Joy Of Missing Out vs. Fear Of Missing Out) willbe our catchword. A push towards soft, natural and tactile materials in cocooningshapes t ...
How To Apply Swarovski Crystalpixie (Post)How to create your Swarovski Crystalpixie nail design!How to create different Swarovski Crystalpixie effects with base coating! How to fix Swarovski Crystalpixie if it's messy! How ...
Swarovski New Colors for Spring/Summer 2017 Trends, part 1(Post)Swarovski has just announced new flat back crystal colors! We are taking pre-orders now by phone for Graphite and Yellow Opal. The first shipments of these flat backs have started to arrive. Created ...
Trend Report: 2022 Dancewear Trends (Post)Industry Insight from Rhinestones Unlimited and Mackenzie Larkin Symanietz It’s the most wonderful time of the year here at Rhinestones Unlimited- costuming season! Time to prep for YOUR most won ...
Ovation Marquis Collection - New For Ballroom(Post)Ovation Performance Jewelry & Accessories™, made with Swarovski® crystals, recently launched products for ballroom dance at the United States Dance Championship (USDC). These eye-catching ...
Dazzle Your Guests With Rhinestone Wedding Decor(Post)There’s no better time to wear your heart on your sleeve than as you exchange vows at your wedding. But why stop at hearts? Marking your special day with a glimmer of rhinestones can add a dash of gl ...
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 ...
Meet the Sparkle in the Spotlight 2018 Designers(Post)As we kick off our 2019 Sparkle in the Spotlight Swarovski Design Contest, we want to take a look back and the very talented designers who participated in our 2018 contest. Each of the ...
Trend Report: Spring & Summer Nails(Post)The snow is thawing, spring is arriving, and you know what that means: a MAJOR nail refresh. Today, I am diving into my favorite top nail trends for this spring and summer. Take it from me, it’s time ...
Design and Shine Nail Art Competition 2020(Post)Congrats to Chey Paris of @polishedhawaiiHere are our 4 semifinalist submissions!Below are their semifinalist original submissions to showcase their work. We picked our Top Five semifinalists to comp ...
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 ...
✨ 12 DIY Christmas Decorations with Rhinestones: Sparkle Your Holiday Season(Post)DIY Christmas Season = Sparkle Season If you love a holiday craft moment (hi, same ?♀️) and you want your home to feel warm, joyful, and a little extra, this is your year to dive into DIY Christ ...
✨ What Does the Color Red Symbolize? Meaning, Emotion, and Cultural Power(Post)If you’ve ever wondered what the color red symbolizes, you’re not alone. Red is one of the most emotionally powerful colors in the world. It represents passion and love, strength and cour ...
GEMGEL Adhesive Design & Shine Nail Art Competition(Post)WIN A $500 VISA GIFT CARD!Calling all nail techs, it's your chance to DESIGN AND SHINE ✨ We want you to show us your skills and apply to be one of five techs chosen to compete for the public vote! De ...
Farewell Jacket by Dry Creek Designs(Post)Rhinestones Unlimited is honored to reveal the farewell western show jacket created by our friend Liz Vorbeck of Dry Creek Designs. We are thrilled to once again, partner with one of the best ...
NEW Swarovski DeLite Colors(Post)LOVE ALL Crystal and Emotions - Unfolding the Passion of CreativityAs an extension of the Lacquer Pro color family, Swarovski announces the addition of five new Delite Effect colors with their Fall/W ...
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, ...
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 ...
DIY Sparkle Black Swarovski Snap Bracelet Kit(Post)DIY Sparkle Black Swarovski Snap Bracelet Kit Who wouldn't want to make one of these gorgeous Swarovski DIY bracelet? This black leather bracelet comes complete with Swarovski Crystals and a ...
Red Color Meaning | Jewelry Symbolism And Significance(Post)Red Color Meaning: Symbolism And Significance In Jewelry Red has always been a color of deep significance, evoking emotions and commanding attention. In the world of jewelry, it symbolizes passion, p ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Henrietta Shellenbergar(Post)To Die For Costumes made this pretty costume for 16 year old Henrietta Shellenbergar. She dances at Talent Factory in Chino, California. As you can see, she’s a strawberry blonde and looks great in t ...
Cool Tool of the Day: Rhinestones Unlimited Estimating Guide!(Post)Stop scratching your head in that puzzling manner; we can help you figure it out. For those times when your brain falls flat, but you still need to figure out how many gross it will take to create yo ...
Back to School Sparkle: Your Style(Post)As much as we hate to see summer end, time will move on either way, and we can lessen the blow by focusing on the season’s perk: shopping. Yes, I’m serious. Back to school, back to studio ...
A Priceless Apple for your Teacher!(Post)PRICELESS CRYSTAL: An apple for the teacherWelcome back-to-school to all our students, near and far, and to our beloved teachers who educate, care for, develop, enrich, inspire, and encourage our chi ...
Cool Tool of the Day: Hot Fix Tools!(Post)You didn’t think we’d get through praising our many Cool Tools without mentioning the Hot Fix Tools, did you? The name spells it out for you. It’s a tool- check. It fixes things- namely, blah thin ...
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 ...
Back To School Sparkle | Custom Rhinestone Projects(Post)It’s Back-To-School Time: Let’s Add Some Sparkle Hey Super Sparklers! Guess what time it is? Back to school! We know, we know, summer was awesome, but getting ready for a new school year ...
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 ...
DIY Jewelry & Accessories(Post)Can’t find it? Make it. Our DIY Jewelry & Accessories components make it easy to do it yourself- and be happy with the results. Here’s the key: with our DIY Jewelry & Accessories components, you’re s ...
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 ...
Do You Ever Need To Replace Rhinestones?(Post)As you’re sitting at your workstation, patiently bedazzling away, a thought crosses your mind: will I have to repeat this process in the future? Nothing in life is truly permanent, and by that standa ...
Pre-Season Jewelry Savings!(Post)Big Savings on the Industry's Best Jewelry for DanceRhinestones Unlimited was the first to offer a performance earring and choker built strong for dance to the dance market over 20 years ago! We hav ...
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 ...
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 ...
Common Mistakes To Avoid When Applying Rhinestones(Post)So, you're ready to dive into the sparkly world of rhinestones and add some glitz to your wardrobe. That's awesome! But before you start slapping those shiny gems on every garment you own, let's talk ...
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’ ...
Our Feature in The Swarovski Dance Magazine(Post)There is a time for humility. There is a time for reserve. And, then, there are times when you celebrate all you have accomplished! We all know that progress takes a lot of work and a lot of dedicati ...
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 ...
Step-by-Step Application Instructions for Swarovski® Crystalpixie™(Post)Application of Crystalpixie™ Petite and Crystalpixie™Edge is easy, and can be used with your favorite nail polish or gel products: Apply two coats of traditional nail polish or gel color as usual, a ...
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 ...
What are hotfix rhinestones?(Post)Hotfix rhinestones, or hotfix crystals, is the industry phrase for iron-on rhinestones. (Sometimes written as hot fix instead of hotfix.) These stones have a heat-activated adhesive already appli ...
Swarovski New Colors Spring/Summer 2013(Post)On January 31, 2012, Swarovski announced new flat back colors for Spring and Summer, plus an update to the flat back Hot Fix XILION Rose. The new hot fix stone will still work with existing hot fix t ...
University of Minnesota Dance Team 2020 Jazz & Pom(Post)CreditsUniversity of Minnesota Dance TeamCoaches: Kim Crawford, Rachel Fellows and Rachel SouleChoreography: Mackenzie Larkin SymanietzMusic: Travis LakeSponsor: Rhinestones UnlimitedCostume Design: ...
Cool Tool - New Bottle Syringe(Post)New Tool for Gluing Rhinestones! You asked and we listened! Our new bottle syringe is easy to hold and squeeze and can be used with all Crystalline syringe tips for perfect gluing accuracy.
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Katerina Conley(Post)To Die For Costumes made this gorgeous costume for a precious little doll, who is seven years old, by the name of Katerina Conley. She is dancing to a lyrical solo, "A Million Dreams." Katerina's mom ...
Dance Costume Inspiration from To Die For Costumes - Sadie Grace(Post)To Die For Costumes first ever ballroom solo costume was made for one of their faves, Miss Sadie Grace, who is FIRE! She's been a client of theirs for years and she danced for Texas Acad ...
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 ...
Fly Peacefully into the Clouds(Post)As we launch a new and innovative RhinestonesU.com, we would be remiss in not thanking the RhinestonesU.com that has served us for the last 13 years. It was exactly what we needed when we needed ...
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 ...
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 ...
U of MN 2016 Costume Collaboration(Post)At Rhinestones Unlimited, dance is our passion! This year, we’ve collaborated with our hometown heroes, the University of Minnesota Dance Team, creating a one-of-a-kind costume as they compete this m ...
Spotlight On...Molly, 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 ...
Living Coral Rhinestone Color Pallettes(Post)Inspired by the Color of the Year; Living Coral Pantone 16-1546Preciosa Crystal Rhinestones Coral AB & Turquoise ABSwarovski Crystal Rhinestones Silk, Lt Peach, Lt Turqu ...
Preciosa Supports Artists(Post)WE SUPPORT ARTISTS! So, we choose Preciosa. At Rhinestones Unlimited we state with pride that "WE SUPPORT ARTISTS". It is our core focus to support small businesses, entrepreneurs and ...
Support All Around!(Post)Dear customers, you never cease to amaze us! We are in constant awe of the little and big ways you take a completely new idea and- through challenges, redo’s, missteps- find a way to manifest y ...
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 ...
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 ...
DIY Sparkle Monogram Tumbler KIT(Post)DIY Sparkle Monogram Tumbler KITYou won't get your cup mixed up with someone else, if you have your initial on it! Create your own custom personalized monogram tumbler with Swarovski crystals. You ...
About Us(Page)Celebrating 26 Years! In 2019 Rhinestones Unlimited celebrated 20 years of helping our customers STAND OUT with custom apparel, accessory and costume embellishments. We are celebrate our customers, ...
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