The Bluestreak Journal
Your destination for inspiration, education, and trends featuring crystals of exceptional quality.
Are Swarovski Crystals Valuable? What Determines Their Worth
Swarovski crystals are valuable for reasons that go beyond their visual brilliance. Precision Austrian manufacturing, consistent quality, brand recognition and...
How to Clean Swarovski Crystals: Ultimate Guide
Cleaning Swarovski crystals correctly is the key to keeping them as brilliant as the day you got them. This ultimate...
Swarovski Crystals vs Rhinestones: What's the Difference?
Swarovski crystals and rhinestones look similar at first glance, but the difference in quality, manufacturing and durability is significant. This...
Swarovski Zirconia vs Cubic Zirconia: What Is the Difference?
Swarovski Zirconia and Cubic Zirconia are both popular diamond alternatives used in modern jewellery making, each offering exceptional brilliance and...
The History of Swarovski Crystals
The history of Swarovski spans more than 125 years, from a single inventor's vision in 1895 to one of the...
The Difference Between Swarovski Pearls and Natural Pearls
Swarovski pearls and natural pearls share a similar appearance, but they differ significantly in how they are made, what colours...
Ultimate Guide to Applying Crystals onto Fabric
Applying crystals onto fabric is one of the most rewarding ways to transform a garment, and the technique you choose...
Swarovski Crystals: What Is The Best Alternative?
Swarovski crystals are the platinum standard for nail art, rhinestone embellishment and professional crafting, but Swarovski is not always the...
