October means it’s time for sweaters, pumpkins, and, of course, Halloween. Spooky and fun are the keywords here and you can make your Halloween sparkle with the addition of rhinestones. We’ve got some great ideas for how to make your holiday really shine. Shapes and Colors for Halloween One of the best parts about Halloween…
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…
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…
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…
One of our favorite parts about June is that we get to celebrate the long-awaited arrival of summer, as well as celebrate dads with Father’s Day. It may seem strange to combine luminescent rhinestones with masculine items, but at the Rhinestone Shop, we’ve put together a few ideas for how to add some subtle sparkle…
After the winter holidays, it seems like only the blink of an eye before the Valentine’s Day decorations and products start hitting the shelves. Consumers spent approximately $13.2 billion on Valentine’s Day. Billion. That said, it’s a great idea to make gifts that are really going to stand out. At the Rhinestone Shop, we sell…
As the holiday season looms overhead, it’s easy to start stressing out over finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Creating customized gifts with European crystals is one of the most beautiful and fun ways to give a unique gift this Christmas. Why European Crystals? Rhinestones add an unmistakable bit of glam to…
While the old adage claims “diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” perhaps it should be amended to say “diamonds and European crystals.” Women have a long standing love affair with these flawless man made beauties and with good reason. So why are European crystals so well-loved? For one, these gorgeous crystals sparkle and shine from…
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