Swarovski Cup Chain

Bluestreak Crystals: Authorised Swarovski Distribution Partner

Bluestreak Crystals is an official Swarovski Authorised Distribution Partner, one of a very small number of approved suppliers worldwide permitted to sell the complete genuine Swarovski cup chain range. Every chain is directly sourced from Swarovski Wattens, Austria, and quality-assured to Swarovski's exacting standards. Please note that Swarovski cup chain is a special order product and may take up to 4 to 6 weeks for dispatch.

What Is Swarovski Cup Chain?

Swarovski cup chain is a string of precision-cut Swarovski crystals individually set in linked metal cup settings to form a continuous, flexible crystal chain. Also known as rhinestone chain, each crystal is held securely in its individual metal setting while remaining fully visible from the front for maximum light refraction. The chain is flexible and light, moving naturally with fabric and the body, making it suited to jewellery making, garment embellishment and accessory decoration where a continuous line of crystal sparkle is required.

Cup chain can be applied by sewing directly onto fabric by hand or machine, soldering onto metal, or bonding to surfaces using crystal adhesive. It can be cut to any length, making it versatile for both precise jewellery applications and large-scale garment edging work.

Three Swarovski Cup Chain Setting Styles

Three distinct cup chain setting styles are available, each producing a different aesthetic and crystal density per metre:

• 27004 — Standard Cup Chain — the most widely used Swarovski cup chain format. Square prong settings with standard spacing at 139 cups per metre, producing a tight, continuous crystal coverage ideal for garment neckline edging, hem decoration and accessory border work where dense crystal coverage is the priority.
• 27104 — Extended Cup Chain — square prong settings with a wider gap between each setting at 132 cups per metre, producing a slightly more open look between crystals. The preferred choice for designs where a lighter, more delicate crystal line is required or where the chain itself forms part of the design aesthetic.
• 27000 — Cup Chain Bezel — round bezel settings rather than the square prong settings used in 27004 and 27104, producing a softer, more refined aesthetic. The round setting profile creates a smoother, more continuous crystal line suited to elegant jewellery and bridal applications where the angular prong setting profile of standard cup chain would be too bold.

Swarovski Cup Chain Sizes

Swarovski cup chain is available in seven sizes measured in the PP and SS sizing systems. Smaller sizes produce a finer, more delicate crystal line suited to jewellery making and detailed garment edging. Larger sizes produce a bolder, more prominent crystal line suited to statement accessories and high-impact garment edging:

• PP11 (approximately 1.7mm) — the finest size, suited to delicate jewellery making and ultra-fine garment detail work
• PP14 (approximately 2.1mm) — a fine size suited to delicate necklaces, bracelets and fine garment edging
• PP18 (approximately 2.5mm) — a versatile mid-small size widely used for both jewellery making and garment embellishment
• PP24 (approximately 3.1mm) — the most widely used size for general cup chain applications across jewellery and garment work
• PP32 (approximately 4.1mm) — a larger size producing a bold, prominent crystal line for statement garment edging and accessories
• SS24 (approximately 5.2mm) — a large size suited to statement neckline edging, belt decoration and high-impact accessory work
• SS29 (approximately 6.2mm) — the largest size in the range, producing the most prominent and high-impact continuous crystal line for statement applications

Two Metal Finishes

Swarovski cup chain is available in two metal finishes for the cup settings:

• Rhodium — a bright, cool silver finish that complements clear Crystal, Crystal AB and cool-toned crystal colours. The most widely used finish for bridal, evening and contemporary jewellery and garment embellishment
• Unplated — a raw brass finish suited to vintage, warm-toned and antique-inspired designs where a natural metal tone complements the crystal colour direction

What Is Swarovski Cup Chain Used For?

Swarovski cup chain is used across professional jewellery making, garment embellishment, bridal design, costume making and accessory decoration. In jewellery making, cup chain is used to create crystal necklaces, bracelets and anklets by connecting lengths of chain with jewellery findings, or as a decorative element within more complex multi-component designs. In garment embellishment, cup chain is sewn or glued along necklines, hems, seams and cuffs to create continuous crystal edging on bridal gowns, dancewear, evening wear and costume pieces. In accessory decoration, cup chain is applied to belts, bags, shoes and headpieces for a continuous crystal border effect that flatback application cannot replicate.

How to Apply Swarovski Cup Chain

Swarovski cup chain can be applied using three methods depending on the material and application context. For fabric application, cup chain is sewn directly onto the fabric surface by hand using a needle and thread passed through the gaps between settings, or by machine for production-scale garment work. For metal jewellery applications, cup chain can be soldered at the cut ends to findings and clasps for finished bracelet and necklace designs. For non-fabric surfaces including leather, plastic and accessories, cup chain can be bonded using crystal adhesive applied to the back of the settings. Cup chain can be cut to any length using wire cutters at the link between settings.

Complete Your Designs

Swarovski cup chain combines naturally with Swarovski non hotfix flatback crystals for mixed embellishment designs combining continuous cup chain edging with individual crystal placement. For hotfix crystal coverage on fabric elements within the same piece, browse Swarovski hotfix crystals. For Swarovski rivets for permanent mechanical crystal attachment to leather and accessories, visit our Swarovski rivets collection. For the complete Swarovski metal trimmings range, visit our Swarovski metal trimmings collection. For the complete Swarovski component range, visit our Swarovski crystals collection.

Why Buy Swarovski Cup Chain from Bluestreak?

• Authorised distributor — guaranteed genuine Swarovski cup chain sourced directly from Wattens, Austria
• Three setting styles — 27004 standard, 27104 extended and 27000 bezel across all sizes and finishes in one place
• Seven sizes — PP11 through to SS29 covering the full spectrum from fine jewellery detail through to statement garment edging
• Wholesale packs — available in 10 metre wholesale packs for production-scale jewellery and garment work
• Worldwide shipping — reliable international delivery with tracked options and express USA delivery in 2 to 5 days
• Special order product — please allow up to 4 to 6 weeks for dispatch on cup chain orders
• Trade pricing available — apply for a trade discount for tiered pricing on bulk and repeat orders