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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 ...
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 ...
Ovation for Ballroom Dance(Post)Applique Collection Marquis Collection ...
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 ...
New! Preciosa Sew On Rhinestones(Post)Preciosa Sew Ons - SHOP NOW Navette Oval Pearshape Rectangle Square For 46 year ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
World of Dance Season 4 Contestant - Savannah Manzel(Post)Join us in cheering on this talented sweetheart Savannah Manzel on World of Dance season 4. She is 9 years old from Lake Elmo, MN and Rhinestones Unlimited is a proud sponsor of her on this journe ...
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 ...
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 ...
Come Alive in Color in 2017(Post)2017 is exploding with new hues to love! Swarovski® alone has given us more than 20 new crystal shades and effects in our lineup this year (and, it’s only February!). In stock and ready to ship: ...
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 ...
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 ...
(Non)Word of the Day: Strassing(Post)Did you know? “Strassing” is a 21st century bungle of a word. “Strass,” its base word, is a type of brilliant leaded glass used to imitate gemstones; basically, an early E ...
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 ...
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 "Be Yourself"(Post)As your local Minnesota source for rhinestones and costume trimmings and a Swarovski Authorized Reseller, we like to bring you the latest inspiration and innovation straight from Austria! Make sur ...
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 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.
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 ...
Ovation Performance Jewelry and accessories(Post)“Ovation.” Did you know? Rhinestones Unlimited conceptualized an exclusive line of premium crystal accessories for our competition dance customers with the help of all our employees. In fact, o ...
UDMA Recap(Post)Thanks Chicago for a great time! We are back to filling your rhinestone orders after a fun weekend at the United Dance Merchants of America (UDMA) show October 14th & 15th in Chicago. Congrats to ...
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 ...
BeDazzled Ducks Trend: Sparkling Rubber Duck Craze(Post)Duck Duck Crystal Duck! Remember the fun, feel-good trend of rubber ducks popping up on Jeeps everywhere? Well, get ready for the next big thing: BeDazzled Ducks! Just like the Jeep ducking craze, th ...
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 ...
Practice to Performance – A Professional Look on a Beginner Budget(Post)Be honest: if you clicked past Dancing with the Stars on your way to your all-time favorite movie marathon, wouldn’t you go back to the ballroom show - just for a minute - to see what the woman’s ...
Bandanas by Michelle(Post)As part of our 2020 We Support Artists campaign, we would like to spotlight one amazing customer, Bandanas by Michelle! Michelle is from our home state, the “frigid, hot, humid, breathtakin ...
How to Use Flat Backs in Interior Design(Post)Continuing this week's stream of clever ways our clever customers incorporate the very versatile flat back rhinestones in their everyday and special occasion projects. Today’s topic is: Flat Backs in ...
Swarovski Mani Challenge(Post)UPDATE: Swarovski extended the Challenge through May 20th!Let's Create and Get Inspired Together! Let your nails shine with the Swarovski Crystal Mani Challenge HOW TO ENTER 1. Follow @cryst ...
How to Use Flat Backs in Beauty(Post)Keep up, dear reader. We're highlighting some of the creative ways that our customers use flat back rhinestones in their projects this week. We have four flat back lines for every budget, each with a ...
Jewelry: Fashion at a Fraction of the Price(Post)Some folks really know how to attract attention: the screaming kid in the grocery store, the yellow Ferrari bearing down on your bumper, the woman you call Cleavage who lives down the street. But tho ...
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 ...
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 ...
Prince Rests in Style in Paisley Park(Post)We’ve had the chance to help you with many amazing, truly humbling projects over nearly 20 years, and each one has a story to tell. This past year, one hit pretty close to home. Based in Minneapol ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
USDC 2017 – A Hurricane of Energy(Post)We had so much fun at USDC! Thank you to all who stopped by our Pro Lounge to relax with us and chat. We loved hearing your industry insight…and, sneaking a peek through the ballroom doors to witness ...
About Us(Post)Our story... In the mid-1990s, while working in the dance industry, Angie Price saw a need that wasn't being filled. The growing interest in embellishments among performers left an opening for a visi ...
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 Swarovski Electric DeLite Colors(Post)CRYSTAL ELECTRIC LACQUER PRO DELITE EFFECTSWe are beyond thrilled to introduce this new color line! You have asked, we have asked, and Swarovski has listened; neon electric colors with the DeLite coa ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Don't Miss Out On All Things Bling!(Post)As new blog articles are published, we announce them first on Facebook, so don't forget to become a fan of Rhinestones Unlimited! When you join the crystal community you get a support network of fell ...
Swarovski New Colors for Fall/Winter 2013-14(Post)Available now, Swarovski Elements has introduced two new colors for Fall/Winter 2013-14: Light Turquoise and Crystal Blue Shade; here they are, ready to grace your creative projects with allure. In t ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Pro Lounge at USDC(Post)Rhinestones Unlimited and Swarovski invite you to kick back and relax in our luxurious Pro Lounge, an exclusive benefit for you at the 2017 United States Dance Championships in Orlando, Florida, Sept ...
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 ...
Swarovski DIY Craft Contest(Post)CALLING ALL CRAFTERS OF ALL AGES, let's get creative and craft our ways through this together!CREATE YOUR SPARKLING STYLE with SWAROVSKI At HomeHOW TO PARTICIPATEShow us your sparkling skills and ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Rhinestone Tools | Create Beautiful Custom Designs(Post)Create Stunning Designs With These Rhinestone Tools ✨ Shop Maxima Crystals by Preciosa®✨ Shop Cool Tools Featured: Stone Sizer & Estimating Guide Sample Cards Pick Up Tools Magic Tray Precis ...
Spotlight On...Sandy, 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 ...
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 ...
RhinestonesU.com Affiliate Program(Post)Coming Soon! Become an Ambassador with the RhinestonesU.com Affiliate Program! The RhinestonesU.com Affiliate Program has a mission to support artists & small business with an opportunity t ...
Introducing Rivets and Rose Pins: A Preface(Post)Swarovski Rose Pins It’s a bit evocative of a scene from Alice in Wonderland: underneath the bread-and-butterflies and trailing in the wake of the playing card platoon, you catch a s ...
Easier Shopping Rhinestones By COLOR(Post)Celebrating our NEW WEBSITE! We’re expecting you- RESET YOUR PASSWORD by clicking Forgot Password and access your profile on our brand new website! After resetting your password, you can acce ...
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 ...
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 ...
It’s Your Day! A Quick Guide to Bedazzling Your Bridal Shoes(Post)Your wedding day is one of the most magical days of your life, so why not add some sparkle to your bridal footwear? No, we’re not talking about Jimmy Choos or Christian Louboutins but rather bedazzli ...
University of Minnesota Dance Team Jazz & Pom 2019(Post)Sponsored by: Rhinestones Unlimited with Preciosa Crystals University of Minnesota Dance Team Jazz 2019 Choreography: Mackenzie Larkin Symanietz & Amanda Gaines Videography: Laura ...
Swarovski New Colors for Spring/Summer 2012(Post)If you're like us, you can't wait to see the new colors and items that Swarovski adds to its line each new season. The newly-announced colors for Spring and Summer 2012 continue Swarovski's recent de ...
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’ ...
How to Design for a Dance Costume (Part 1)(Post)Do you want to know the secret of the best costume designers? They pick a direction and stick with it. That's it. Design- in any medium- is just the individual's perspective, manifested. Yes, some pe ...
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 ...
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 ...
The Ultimate Guide to Applying Sew-On Rhinestones(Post)Glamorous, brilliant, and attention-grabbing, sew-on rhinestones are a crafter’s dream come true. Whether you’re embellishing a costume, adding sparkle to everyday clothing, or creating custom design ...
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 ...
Rhinestones 101: What Rhinestone Glue Do I Need?(Post)Finding the perfect rhinestone for your project can be a thrilling challenge. Selecting the right glue might not seem as exciting at first, but trust me, it can make or break your project. Today, ...
Swarovski Cabachons & Pearls(Post)Beautiful Swarovski pearls and jet hematite cabochons are now available in several shapes lending texture, depth and elegance to your crystal design. Most pearl cabochon styles are available in ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Cool Tool of the Day: Rhinestones Unlimited Stone Sizing Tool(Post)There’s a lot of neat stuff waiting for you on our shelves. If all you’ve been searching for is rhinestones, you’ve just scratched the surface- our product selection extends far beyond our flat back ...
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 ...
LOVE ALL - Swarovski Fall/Winter Launch(Post)INSPIRATIONSSwarovski Fall/Winter Launch 2020/21LAUNCH BROCHUREWATCH FOR PRODUCT & INNOVATIONS ARRIVING SOON!Crystal and Emotions - Unfolding the Passion of Creativity"In a world reaching out for ...
How to Use Flat Backs on Accessories(Post)Oh, the small but mighty flat back rhinestone. So versatile, so easy to use, so much payoff in visual pleasure. Get an idea of how and when our customers are using flat back stones in this five-part ...
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.
The Best Ways To Adhere Rhinestones to Denim(Post)Rhinestones are the perfect way to add sparkle and personality to your wardrobe. But before you start your DIY project, it’s essential to know the best ways to adhere rhinestones to denim if you want ...
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 ...
Swarovski Dance Sparkle Challenge(Post)INSTAGRAM CONTESTHOW TO PARTICIPATE Search for an old photo of you or a family member in their first costume, embellished with Swarovski crystals, or snap a photo of a new favorite! Post the phot ...
5 Ways To Incorporate Rhinestones in Custom Dance Costumes(Post)If you're a dancer or dance team director, you know how important it is to stand out on stage. One way to make a statement with your costumes is by incorporating rhinestones. These sparkling gems ...
Spotlight On...Nicole, Sales Director(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...Pat, Filling(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...Matt, Shipping & Receiving Director(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 ...
Create These Personal Anniversary Gifts With Rhinestones(Post)Celebrating anniversaries is all about cherishing memorable moments and expressing love and appreciation for your partner. And what better way to do that than with a personalized gift? Adding rhinest ...
Tips for Applying Rhinestones to Mesh Fabric(Post)You can apply rhinestones to just about anything—paper, wood, glass, fabric—but some materials are harder to add shimmer and shine to than others. Mesh, a type of synthetic fabric that’s like a ne ...
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 ...
BeJeweler Pro Hot Fix Rhinestone Applicator(Page)CREATIVE CRYSTAL® THE BEJEWELER PRO® The original hot-fix rhinestone application tool- it's fun, easy, and fast! Throw out those messy glues and tweezers to start bedazzling and ha ...
Preciosa Authorized Retailer Program(Page)Preciosa® Crystal AUTHORIZED RETAILER The title and branding of Preciosa Authorized Retailer is available to approved purchasers of Preciosa crystal products. This honor is available to our ...
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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 ...
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