Crystal Sample Service

Crystal sample packs are small low-cost packs of any single colour, size and effect, designed for testing before committing to a full order. The service covers Swarovski, Serinity and Preciosa across the complete flatback, bead, pearl and pendant ranges, with sample packs available across every colour, effect and size in each collection. Available with no minimum order, the sample service is the recommended first step for any new colour, size or brand you have not worked with before, particularly for colour-matching to fabric, accessories or skin tones.

What Is the Bluestreak Crystal Sample Service?

The sample service allows you to purchase a small pack of any crystal colour, size or effect at a low cost before placing a full order. Rather than ordering a large quantity of a colour or size that may not work for your project, you can test the crystal against your fabric, design or application first. Sample packs are available across the complete Swarovski, Serinity and Preciosa flatback, bead, pearl and pendant ranges, covering every colour, effect and size in each collection.

Why Use the Crystal Sample Service?

Crystal colours can look significantly different on screen compared to how they appear in person and against the specific material or setting you are working with. A colour that looks ideal on a digital colour chart may read differently on ivory fabric, leather, skin or under specific lighting conditions. The sample service eliminates this uncertainty before you invest in larger quantities.

The service is particularly valuable for:

Matching crystals to an existing fabric, garment or accessory before embellishing
Testing a new colour or effect you have not used before
Comparing crystals from different brands side by side to assess brilliance, colour accuracy and size consistency
Testing different sizes on a garment or project to find the best visual balance
Verifying hotfix adhesion on a specific fabric before committing to full coverage

Which Brands and Products Are Available as Samples?

Sample packs are available across all three premium crystal brands stocked by Bluestreak Crystals.

Swarovski sample packs cover the complete range of flatback crystals (hotfix and non-hotfix), beads, pearls and pendants across all available colours, effects and sizes. Browse the full Swarovski crystals range to identify the specific products you want to sample.

Serinity sample packs cover the full Serinity colour and effects range from Bluestreak Crystals' own Austrian-made premium crystal brand, including flatbacks, beads, pearls and pendants. Browse the full Serinity crystals range to identify the specific products you want to sample.

Preciosa sample packs cover the complete MAXIMA flatback range from this Czech-made premium crystal brand. Browse the full Preciosa crystals range to identify the specific products you want to sample.

How to Use the Sample Service

Browse any crystal collection and add the specific colour, size and effect you want to try to your basket at the sample pack quantity. Sample packs are available at a minimal cost per pack with no minimum order, so you can order multiple colours or sizes in a single transaction. Once you have confirmed your choice, return to the relevant collection to order in your required full quantity. Use our digital colour guides alongside the sample service for confident colour selection across all three brands.

Why Buy Sample Packs from Bluestreak?

Authorised distributor — official Swarovski Authorised Distribution Partner and Preciosa Authorised Partner, with Serinity as our own brand. Every sample pack contains 100% genuine crystals sourced directly
All three premium brands available — Swarovski, Serinity and Preciosa sample packs in one place for direct cross-brand comparison
Complete range coverage — every colour, effect and size in each brand's collection available as a sample pack
Fast dispatch — sample packs dispatched same or next working day on the majority of orders, with express options to the USA in 2 to 5 days
No minimum order — order one sample pack or many in a single transaction
Colour support — digital colour guides to support sample selection across all three brands
Trade pricing available — for regular bulk buyers, apply for a trade discount for tiered pricing on full-order quantities

Browse the crystal collections to select your sample packs, or contact our team at hello@bluestreakcrystals.com for help identifying the right colours and sizes for your specific project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a crystal sample pack? ▾

A crystal sample pack is a small quantity of a specific crystal colour, size or effect available to purchase at a minimal cost before committing to a larger order. Sample packs allow you to test the crystal in person against your project, fabric or design before buying in bulk.

Which crystal brands are available as sample packs? ▾

Sample packs are available across Swarovski, Serinity and Preciosa crystals, covering flatbacks (hotfix and non-hotfix), beads, pearls and pendants across all available colours, effects and sizes.

How many crystals are in a sample pack? ▾

Each sample pack contains one crystal per colour or per size selected. This allows you to see and handle the exact crystal before placing a full order, checking the colour, size and effect in person against your project or design.

Can I order sample packs in multiple colours and sizes at once? ▾

Yes. You can add as many different sample packs as you need to a single order, allowing you to compare multiple colours, sizes or effects from the same or different brands in one transaction with no minimum order requirement.

Are sample pack crystals the same quality as full-size orders? ▾

Yes. Sample packs contain exactly the same genuine Swarovski, Serinity and Preciosa crystals as full orders, sourced directly from the same supply chain. There is no difference in quality, colour accuracy or crystal specification between a sample pack and a standard order.

How long does it take to receive a crystal sample pack? ▾

Sample packs are dispatched with the same priority as all other orders, with the majority shipped same or next working day. UK and international shipping options are available.

What should I do with my crystals after receiving a sample pack? ▾

Test the crystals directly against your intended application before placing a full order. This includes checking colour accuracy under your working lighting conditions, testing against your fabric or material, checking the size proportions on your design and, for hotfix crystals, testing adhesion on a small section of the fabric you intend to embellish.

Can I use a sample pack alongside a colour chart? ▾

Yes, and this is the recommended approach. Use the digital colour guides to narrow down your colour choices first, then order sample packs of your shortlisted colours to confirm accuracy in person before placing a full order. This two-step process gives you the highest confidence before committing to a large quantity.