Wednesday, December 5, 2012

A Touch Of Glamor Is Simple With Rhinestone Crafts

By Patrice McCoy


Most people admire rhinestones because of their close resemblance to diamonds and the glamorous image they create. Some are clear and sparkly whereas others come in colors, and they are found in various shapes and sizes too.Rhinestone crafts have become quite popular recently since these little gems are just the perfect touch for so many projects; they can be sewn on, glued, or are self-sticking. People who enjoy crafting, appreciate them because they are affordable, versatile and easy to use.

An ordinary pair of shoes can get an instant makeover by adding a few strategically placed gems. This technique can spruce up any type of shoes; sneakers, pumps, or sandals. A pattern or a simple line can be glued on to either the straps, bases, or sides of the shoes in any color that looks appealing. A combination of large and small stones can be used, or all one size to create the desired effect.

One can also use these accents to make a fancy cellphone cover. They can be attached to a plain cover to form someone's initials or other pattern. Cellular phones, iPods, MP3 players and other small electronic items themselves can also be decorated with small stones if desired.

There are also various types of wall decorations and table-top ornaments that can be accented with these flashy stones. In craft supply stores, there are is usually a selection of plaster or wooden figurines, masks, vases, and other decorative items that are unpainted and can be painted and trimmed in a variety of ways. Rhinestones make a nice finishing touch on these projects, and make them more noticeable.

These dazzling gems naturally lend themselves to crafting jewelry. They can be added to plain metal bases for hair accessories, brooches, pendants, and earrings to make flashy and stunning creations. Handmade jewelry that is made of polymer clay, such as earrings and necklaces, can also have these added to it after it is baked and painted.

Adding these glitzy gems to various items of clothing can also make a nice fashion statement. They can be sewn on, but it is easier to use either self-sticking, or heat-transfer types. Jeans look stylish with decorated pockets, and costumes for dance or skating can be given some glamorous, flashy style. Purses, hats, belt and other accessories can be similarly stylized too.

Other types of personalized gifts can be made using these dazzling little gems. For instance, they can spell out someone's name along the bottom of a wall mirror, or be added to a Christmas tree ornament that bears the recipient's name and the year on it. Also, decorative candles and little jewelry boxes can also be adorned with either one's initial or a nice pattern, and make lovely gifts as well.

The nice thing about these flashy gems, is that although they are not costly, they can easily give any article they are used to decorate, a touch of class and elegance. Anyone who likes glitz and glamor is sure to love rhinestone crafts. The ordinary can be transformed to the extraordinary with the simple addition of these stones which are fairly easy to apply and work with.




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