The Swarovski crystallized range are precision cut lead crystal glass components that are widely used in the fashion and jewellery industries because of their dazzling similarity to real diamonds. The crystals are manufactured in Austria and contain a higher lead content than rival brands which added to the superior cutting technology of Swarovski makes them the number one choice for adding a touch of sparkle and glamour.
Each component has been designed with a multi faceted surface to give the crystal as much sparkle as possible. The most popular are bicone beads which are small diamond shaped beads with a hole through the centre which makes them ideal for threading for tiaras, bracelets, earrings, necklaces adding to garments and other forms of jewellery. Rhinestones which are also called flat back’s are very popular for dance costumes where they have a faceted surface one side and a flat back the other side of the rhinestone. This flat back can be glued to a surface with gem-tac glue of in the case of the hot-fix crystals you use a hot-fix applicator to heat the glue on the back of the crystal and then press them into the garment. Rhinestones are also very popular for nail art and accessorising mobile phones, games consoles and various other items.