What are Swarovski crystal mixes? ▾
Swarovski crystal mixes are pre-curated multi-stone packs containing precision-cut Austrian-made Swarovski crystals across multiple sizes, colours or shapes in a single purchase. Rather than buying multiple individual SKUs, a mix delivers a working selection in proportions designed for the most common professional use cases. Mixes are popular with nail technicians, costume makers, embellishers, jewellery makers and design studios who need variety across a single project rather than bulk single-colour buying.
What's included in a Bluestreak Exclusive Box Mix? ▾
The Bluestreak Exclusive Box Mixes (Ultimate, Mega, Supreme and Dream) are professionally curated multi-size flatback rhinestone mixes containing thousands of Swarovski crystals across multiple SS sizes, shapes and colours in dedicated presentation boxes. The four tiers offer progressively wider variety, larger volumes and broader colour ranges, with the top tier covering the widest possible Swarovski selection for professional studio and salon use. Exact contents vary by tier and are noted on each product listing.
What types of Swarovski crystal mixes are available? ▾
Swarovski crystal mixes are available in five main categories. Bluestreak Exclusive Box Mixes (Ultimate, Mega, Supreme, Dream) are professionally curated multi-size flatback packs in presentation boxes. Colour mixes contain a single colour family across multiple sizes. Shape mixes contain specialty Swarovski shaped crystals (navette, pear, triangle and other variants) in coordinated colours. Size mixes contain a single colour across multiple SS sizes for graded designs. Themed mixes coordinate around specific design themes including bridal, Christmas, pageant and seasonal collections.
Are Swarovski crystal mixes cheaper than buying individually? ▾
Yes. Swarovski crystal mixes are priced below the equivalent cost of buying each individual size, colour or shape component separately, reflecting the cost benefit of bulk curation and reduced packaging. Larger box mixes deliver progressively better per-stone value as the volume increases. For very large project requirements or production-quantity orders requiring specific single-colour bulk, contact our team for trade-account pricing on bulk single-stone orders, which may offer better value than mixes at scale.
Which Swarovski mix is best for nail art? ▾
For nail art specifically, the Bluestreak Exclusive Box Mixes are the most popular professional choice because they cover multiple SS sizes (typically SS3 through SS12) across coordinated colours in a single purchase, supporting the multi-size, multi-colour designs typical of professional nail work. Size mixes in SS3 to SS9 ranges are also widely used by nail technicians wanting size variation in a chosen colour. Colour mixes in Crystal AB and Crystal Clear are the foundation neutrals that pair with almost any nail polish colour.
Which Swarovski mix is best for garment embellishment? ▾
For garment embellishment including crystal bodysuits, dancewear and full-costume work, the Bluestreak Dream Box Mix is the top-tier choice, delivering the volume and variety needed to embellish full bodysuits, performance gowns and large-scale costume pieces in a single purchase. The Dream tier covers the widest size and colour range across the Bluestreak Exclusive Box Mix range, designed specifically for professional costume designers, dance teams, ice skating designers and bridal embellishers who need thousands of Swarovski stones in coordinated proportions for a single project. For coordinated bridal embellishment, dedicated bridal colour mixes (white, ivory, cream, Crystal AB) deliver a consistent palette across a single colour story.
Are Swarovski crystal mixes hotfix or non-hotfix? ▾
All Swarovski crystal mixes at Bluestreak Crystals are non-hotfix flatback crystals, bonded using jewellery glue or specialist adhesive rather than heat-activated adhesive. Non-hotfix is the most versatile format and the professional standard across nail art, jewellery, mixed-media work, accessory embellishment and any project where heat application isn't practical or where the surface is glass, metal, plastic, leather or nail. For hotfix application on fabric and garment work, browse our individual Swarovski hotfix crystals collection.
How quickly can I receive Swarovski crystal mixes? ▾
The majority of orders dispatch same or next working day from our warehouse. UK orders typically arrive within 1-2 working days; USA orders within 2 to 5 days via express shipping. For tight project deadlines, dance team or production schedules, contact us directly at hello@bluestreakcrystals.com to confirm stock and dispatch timing before placing the order.
