What is gem-maxxing? The 2026 trend covering everything in crystals
If you have scrolled through your home decor feeds this year, you will have seen it. A bedazzled birthday cake...
The Complete Swarovski Article Number Guide: 2088, 5328, 1088 and More
If you have ever worked with Swarovski crystals, you will have noticed that every product carries a four-digit article number...
The Latest Swarovski Innovations: Fall/Winter 27/28 New Colours, Cuts and Products
Swarovski's Fall/Winter 27/28 collection is titled Stage of Life, and the language it uses fits the moment: a return to...
The History of Rhinestones
Ever wondered why those sparkly little gems adorning everything from prom dresses to Elvis jumpsuits are called "rhinestones"? There is...
How to Remove Rhinestone Glue from Fabric
Removing rhinestone glue from fabric is one of those tasks that sounds simple until you start. A stone falls off,...
7 Key Differences Between Preciosa and Swarovski for Fashion
When it comes to embellishment in the fashion world, two names dominate the conversation: Swarovski and Preciosa. Both are globally...
Common Mistakes in Applying Rhinestones and How to Avoid Them
Rhinestones are fun. They are flashy, they elevate almost anything (a denim jacket, a wedding veil, a graduation cap) and...
How to Choose the Best Rhinestones: 7 Tips from the Experts
Rhinestones look simple enough: tiny, sparkly, ready to dazzle. But choosing the right ones is a different challenge. Between the...
