Crystal Cup Chain

Crystal cup chain from Swarovski and Preciosa is a continuous metal chain set with individual faceted crystals, ideal for trimming, jewellery making and embellishment. Bluestreak Crystals stocks genuine Swarovski and Preciosa cup chain in a range of crystal sizes, colours and metal finishes, ready to sew, glue or set into your designs. Ideal for jewellery, dancewear, bridal, costume and craft work, with fast, fully tracked worldwide shipping.

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What Is Cup Chain?

Cup chain, also known as rhinestone chain or crystal chain, is a length of metal chain in which each crystal sits in its own linked cup or setting. This creates a continuous, flexible line of sparkle that can be cut to length, curved around shapes and applied in rows or borders. The metal settings hold each crystal securely and give cup chain its distinctive, high-end finish, making it a favourite for jewellery and couture embellishment.

Swarovski and Preciosa Cup Chain

We stock genuine cup chain from two of the world's leading crystal makers:

Swarovski cup chain — precision-cut crystals in linked metal settings from the world's leading crystal brand, manufactured in Austria for unrivalled brilliance and a flawless, high-end finish.
Preciosa cup chain — genuine Czech cup chain from Preciosa, an Authorised Partner brand with centuries of Bohemian glassmaking heritage, offering exceptional sparkle and quality.

What Is Cup Chain Used For?

Cup chain adds a continuous line of crystal detail across a wide range of professional and creative applications:

Jewellery making, including necklaces, bracelets and earrings
Dancewear, performance and competition costumes
Bridal and occasion wear
Garment trims, edgings and borders
Bags, shoes and accessories
Craft, tumblers and décor projects

How Is Cup Chain Applied?

Cup chain can be sewn, glued or set into a design. Many settings include small holes so the chain can be stitched securely to fabric, while crystal adhesive bonds it to non-fabric surfaces such as metal, resin and acrylic. For jewellery, matching connectors and end pieces from our jewellery findings finish the ends neatly and join lengths together. Cut cup chain to length between the settings for a clean, precise fit.

Are Bluestreak Swarovski and Preciosa Cup Chain Genuine?

Yes. Every length of cup chain we supply is authentic Swarovski or Preciosa, sourced directly and guaranteed genuine. We do not sell imitations, replicas or grey market products. Swarovski is the world's leading crystal brand, manufactured in Austria, and Preciosa is a genuine Czech maker and Authorised Partner with centuries of Bohemian glassmaking heritage.

Why Buy Cup Chain from Bluestreak?

Bluestreak Crystals supplies genuine Swarovski and Preciosa cup chain in a wide choice of sizes, colours and metal finishes, all in one place. Cup chain is available for retail and wholesale orders with no minimum order. Apply for a trade discount for tiered pricing on bulk and repeat orders. Every order ships fully tracked worldwide, with express options to the USA. Explore our jewellery findings for connectors and end pieces, and our full range of tools and accessories for more embellishment options.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you cut cup chain to length? ▾

Cup chain is cut to length using small pliers or cutters, snipping through the metal link between two settings rather than through a crystal. This lets you size lengths precisely for jewellery, trims and borders. Always cut between the cups so each crystal stays securely held in its setting.

How do you attach cup chain? ▾

Cup chain can be sewn, glued or set. Many settings have small holes so it can be stitched to fabric for a secure hold, while crystal adhesive bonds it to metal, resin, acrylic and other surfaces. For jewellery, connectors and end pieces finish and join lengths neatly.

What crystal sizes does cup chain come in? ▾

Crystal cup chain comes in a range of stone sizes, from small PP sizes for fine detail up to larger SS stones for bold, statement trims. Smaller sizes suit delicate jewellery and edging, while larger sizes make striking borders. The size available is shown on each product listing.

What metal finishes is cup chain available in? ▾

Cup chain is available in a choice of metal casings, such as rhodium and unplated finishes, so you can match the chain to the findings and hardware in your design. The casing sets the metal colour of the finished line. The exact finishes available are shown on each product listing.

What are cup chain connectors used for? ▾

Cup chain connectors and end pieces attach to the cut ends of cup chain to finish them neatly and to join lengths together. They are essential for jewellery making, letting you fix clasps, jump rings and findings securely to necklaces, bracelets and earrings made with cup chain.

What is the difference between Swarovski and Preciosa cup chain? ▾

Both are genuine glass crystal cup chain that differ in origin. Swarovski cup chain is made in Austria by the world's leading crystal brand, known for unrivalled brilliance. Preciosa cup chain is made in the Czech Republic by an Authorised Partner brand with centuries of Bohemian glassmaking heritage.

Do you sell cup chain by the metre and wholesale? ▾

Yes. Swarovski and Preciosa cup chain is sold by the metre, in retail and wholesale lengths with no minimum order. Trade and bulk buyers can apply for a tiered trade discount on larger and repeat orders, ideal for production and regular jewellery or costume work.

Is your Swarovski and Preciosa cup chain genuine? ▾

Yes. Every length of cup chain we supply is authentic Swarovski or Preciosa, sourced directly and guaranteed genuine. We never sell imitations, replicas or grey market products, so you can be confident every crystal is a genuine premium component from a leading crystal maker.