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    Flatback vs. Hotfix Rhinestones: Which Should You Use?(Post)

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

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    Tips for Applying Rhinestones to Christmas Stockings(Post)

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    Ultra Violet, Color of the Year 2018(Post)

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    Pantone’s Color of the Year 2014: Radiant Orchid(Post)

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    Sparkle In The Spotlight Designer - Petra Designs(Post)

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

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    University of Minnesota 2019 Jazz Costume(Post)

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    Real Men Wear Rhinestones - Part 2(Post)

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    Does it Matter Where I Buy My Rhinestones? (Post)

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    3 Reasons To Make Custom Partner Costumes for Ballroom Dance(Post)

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    The Ultimate Guide to Your Rhinestone Toolkit(Post)

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    ​How do you apply rhinestones to fabric?(Post)

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

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    How To Use Rhinestones for Western Show Apparel(Post)

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    DIY Dance Costume (Simple)(Post)

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    Camp Sendoff - Best of Luck UMDT!(Post)

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    Rhinestones 101: What Size Rhinestone Do I Need?(Post)

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    Elle Bauer's Mask Mission(Post)

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    Preciosa Price Increase- An Offer of Some Relief for Our Customers(Post)

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    FAQ from Preciosa Components(Post)

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    Dazzle Your Guests With Rhinestone Wedding Decor(Post)

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    The Brilliance of Eco-Conscious Color: A Rhinestones Unlimited Perspective(Post)

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    You Asked!(Post)

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    UDMA Recap(Post)

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    RU Presents: The Bersten Ballroom Boys of SYTYCD (Part 2)(Post)

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    How to Use Flat Backs in Beauty(Post)

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    Spotlight On...Molly, Customer Service & Sales(Post)

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    USDC 2017 – A Hurricane of Energy(Post)

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    RU Presents: The Bersten Ballroom Boys of SYTYCD (Part 1)(Post)

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    NEW from E6000 Glue Adhesives!(Post)

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    Cool Tool - New Bottle Syringe(Post)

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    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 ...

    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 ...

    DIY Hat - Sparkle Your Melon(Post)

    Check Out This Great DIY gift idea from Miss DIY Sparkle Who wouldn't want to be wearing one of these sparkling hats? No one that we can think of. Such a stylish DIY project that might even m ...

    We Support Artists(Post)

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    How to Use Flat Back Rhinestones on Apparel(Post)

    This might sound like a tutorial, but it’s not. Not really. Flat back rhinestones don’t need much instruction. Grab some glue, put a dot down on your project, put your stone on the dot of glue, voila ...

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    Support Theresa Cruz(Post)

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    A Quick Pick-Me-Up(Post)

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    Pantone Color of the Year 2017: Greenery(Post)

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    Spotlight On...Sandy, Customer Service & Sales(Post)

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    Back to School Sparkle: Your Style(Post)

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    Black Color Psychology: What Does the Color Black Mean?(Post)

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    Spotlight On...Carol, Customer Service & Sales Supervisor(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 ...

    Jewelry: Fashion at a Fraction of the Price(Post)

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    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...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 ...

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    12 DIY Christmas Decorations To Make Using Rhinestones(Post)

    With the holiday season just around the corner, it’s time to transform your home into a dazzling wonderland. For those who crave sparkle and shine during the most wonderful time of the year, look no ...

    Ways To Use Rhinestones on Cheerleading Costumes(Post)

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    Spotlight On...Sandy, Order Processing(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...Stacy, Shipping Supervisor(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 ...

    Pink Color Psychology: What Does the Color Pink Mean?(Post)

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    Spotlight On...Leslie, Shipping(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 ...

    Cool Tool of the Day: Hot Fix Transfer Paper(Post)

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    3 Tips To Add Bling to a Baseball Team’s Fan Merchandise(Post)

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    As the Pride movement continues to grow year after year, more and more people are getting involved in celebrating love for all. Whether it’s through marches or rainbow outfits, there’s something beau ...

    How To Rhinestone A Dance Costume(Post)

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    Spotlight On...Cana, Receptionist(Post)

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    Tiaras, the New Year's Eve Must-Have(Post)

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    Marsala, Color of the Year 2015(Post)

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    (Non)Word of the Day: Strassing(Post)

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    Rhinestones 101: How Many Rhinestones Do I Need?(Post)

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    Enlist your Bride Squad to add More Sparkle to your Day!(Post)

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

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