Rhinestone Guides & Project Inspiration

Practical guides for people who work with rhinestones and crystal embellishments: how to choose a size, how much a project costs, how to fix stones so they stay on, and where to use them. New guides are added as we hear the same questions from makers, seamstresses and nail artists.

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Rhinestone Size Guide: SS6 to SS30 for Dresses and Costumes

What SS numbers actually measure, which sizes work on a wedding dress versus a dance costume, how many sizes a single design should use, and how viewing distance changes the answer. Includes a size chart and an FAQ.

How Much Do Rhinestones Cost? 2026 Price Guide

A realistic look at rhinestone pack prices, what moves the cost up or down, and how to budget a project before you buy. Useful if you are pricing a commission or working out how far one pack will go.

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Bridal appliques for wedding gowns, veils and shoulder pieces
Hotfix rhinestones for costumes, dancewear and textiles you can iron
Flatback rhinestones for nails, crafts, phone cases and glue-on work
Sew-on stones for delicate fabrics that cannot take heat
Beads and pearls for jewellery and mixed embellishment

Coming next

In progress: a guide to attaching rhinestones to delicate fabrics, a comparison of sew-on versus hotfix stones for bridal work, and a sizing reference for nail art. If there is a question you would like answered, email yanscrystal@hotmail.com.