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Things to Make Dad for Father’s Day

June is finally here, and that means the end of the school year, beach trips, and of course, Father’s Day! We love celebrating dads, and that means giving an awesome gift! We think that gifts are best when they are handmade and even better when some sparkly rhinestones are attached. Just because something’s for dad…

5 Memorial Day Rhinestone Ideas

Memorial Day traditionally marks the beginning of the summer season for a lot of locations, even if it’s a little early. Some of the pools start to open, the festivals are starting, and everyone gets to enjoy a long weekend. However, Memorial Day is much more than an excuse for sales and cook outs—it’s actually…

Mardi Gras Rhinestone Creations

Goodbye winter, and hello spring! One particular springtime celebration that we absolutely love is Mardi Gras. Literally meaning, “fat Tuesday”, Mardi Gras is a big, bold party that takes place the day before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. In New Orleans, there are dozens of parades that take place across the city leading…

Valentine’s Day Projects with Rhinestones

The history of Valentine’s Day isn’t as touchy-feely as you might think. It’s origins lie in martyrdom and violence, as well as in a pagan Roman festival of fertility. In the Middle Ages, poets and writers such as Chaucer and Shakespeare romanticized St. Valentine’s day and it started to become customary in parts of Europe…

Winter Rhinestone Ideas

Happy New Year, everyone! We’re getting into the heart of winter, which means bundling up to face the cold. From oversized parkas and fluffy scarves to warm gloves and boots, we’re ready for any venture outdoors. It’s perfectly natural to think of winter wear as drab and boring, but it doesn’t have to be that…

Five Rhinestone Creations to Jazz Up Christmas

The retail sales are on, the neighbors have put up their lights, and the cats are beginning their annual stalking of the Christmas tree ornaments. It’s officially time for Christmas. It’s a great season for bringing out all of your craft supplies and making some fun creations to brighten your home. If you’ve worked with…

How to Identify Rhinestones

For hundreds of years, naturally occurring quartz crystals found along the Rhine River in Europe were coveted for jewelry but were eventually depleted from the area. This is when, in the 19th century, jewelers sought to create an imitation, aptly named rhinestones. Rhinestones are now made of crystal, glass, or even plastic. The European Difference…

Seven Things to Make with Rhinestones for Back-to-School

Can you believe the summer has passed so quickly? It seems like we were just planning for summer vacations and road trips, and now it’s suddenly time to go back to school. I remember one of my favorite things about going back to school every year was getting new school supplies. Today, I can’t think…

6 Things to Make With Rhinestones for the 4th of July

Things are heating up as we get into the heart of summer, and at The Rhinestone Shop, we love how our European crystal rhinestones practically dance in the sunlight. This month, we’re featuring some of our favorite ideas for rhinestone projects for the 4th of July. Red, white, and blue are obvious choices to celebrate…

Five Things to Make with Rhinestones for Easter

It feels like it’s been a long winter, but spring is finally here! Here at the Rhinestone Shop, we’ve been brainstorming some of the best ways to add some sparkle to your spring and some pizazz to your Easter holiday with our authentic European crystal rhinestones. Remember to check out our color chart—we offer a…