How to find the BEST PRICE on RHINESTONES - Plus brands, sizes and everything else you need to know!

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Welcome to Meghan Grace DIY! I have been sewing since I was 8 years old and have done lots of great things in the sewing world from making figure skating costumes to teaching high school fashion to freelance costume design to college fashion professor. In this video I am covering the basics of rhinestones or otherwise knows as flat back crystals. I explain the materials, the brands, the sizing and most importantly the cost. Swarovski is the best quality out there but also comes at the highest price. There are ways to find stones online that will be great for your project and you will pay 1 tenth of the price! Before we get started I think it is important to note that there are many different styles and techniques in the sewing world, so take with you what works and leave behind what doesn’t! Last Important Disclaimer - Amazon and other vendors change their prices often as you can see in the video when I purchased the Jollin stones they were 11.99 and the day I filmed they were 9.99. So the prices I quote were as of when I filmed which was May 14th, 2020 and may change by the time you view this video!
Links to Items I discuss in the video:
Aileens Jewel It - www.amazon.com/Aleenes-15631-...
E6000 - www.amazon.com/E6000-230010-C...
Gem Tac - www.amazon.com/Beacon-Gem-Tac...
Jollins 10 gross crystal AB 20ss - www.amazon.com/Jollin-Crystal...
Swarovski 10 gross crystal AB 20ss - www.etsy.com/listing/61307764...
Dreamtime Creations - www.dreamtimecreations.com/
If you would like to see how I apply rhinestones, click here:
• HOW TO APPLY FLAT BACK...
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• Sewing Machine Basics ...
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Agreed. I am about to work on a pair of shoes and this helped me so much.

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Thank you! I know this video is over 4 years old, but needed this video to get started. I was overwhelmed with rhinestones searches and buying knock-off and either two small or too little amount, was given up on these projects, Learned a lot from your video, now on to order. Thank you for all the insight and knowledge. 😊

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I’ve been heavily using rhinestones in my business but I still found this video INCREDIBLY HELPFUL. Thank you❣️

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

Your welcome!

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Excellent video! Thank you for sharing your expertise and knowledge about crystal comparison and shopping! I wish everyone was as thorough as you! Thank you for educating me.

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Meghan thank you so so much. I had no clue what to do with my sneakers till I watched this video 😊

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Thank you for doing this video! I was lucky enough to find it before I started buying.

[@MeghanGraceDIY]

You are welcome!! I’m so glad you found this video too :)

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Amazing video! I learned so much, and feel better shopping for my project now that i understand what to look for

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Thank you so much for this video, because I bought all of the wrong size crystals to so my first pair of tennis shoes, or my first anything, I was so disappointed but after seeing your video, I now know what where and how to shop for my rhinestones. Thank you again.

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful!

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Thank You for taking time to make this video, it was so helpful, I love how you go into details about the different brands and size of crystals, and price points, this is the best video I've seen, THANK YOU.

[@MeghanGraceDIY]

Yay I’m so glad you found it helpful...this one took forever to edit but it makes me very happy and worth the time when someone finds it useful!

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

Your welcome!! I’m glad it helped :)

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I needed this video SO badly, I'm trying to fix up a ballroom dress costume, and I wasn't sure if I should go with sequins or rhinestones. SO THANK YOUUU omg, I know you said that crystal is better for ballroom, but Idk if I'm ready to spend 100$ on them, especially since I'm just starting out. The glass ones def are what I need for now. THANK YOU AGAIN!!

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This is an assume video. For a beginner it was extremely helpful! There should be more videos like this. Great Job

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This was such a helpful video. I really appreciate you taking the time to put this together. Thank you!

[@MeghanGraceDIY]

You are welcome! I’m glad you found it helpful!!

[@StephanieGraham]

@@MeghanGraceDIY I really did! It was so generous of you to make this. I also like your pencil + glue style of application. I am just getting started, so your method feels easier to get started, especially since I want rhinestone objects.

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Thank you so much for this video!!!

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Thank you! Very informative and helpful!

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Thank you so much for this video! I've been wondering if I was getting screwed over or not. I am doing rhinestone tumblers and I've been buying about 1440 glass rhinestones for 12ish dollars. They are sparkly and beautiful but didn't know if it was a really high price. Thank you so much! ❤

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Thank U!!! Soooo much good information For Beginners Like Myself! I got a headache just trying to figure out what to buy! So lucky to have found you & your video! I now know exactly what I need 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 Thank U

[@MeghanGraceDIY]

I’m so glad it was helpful!!

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so helpful! Thank you Megan!

[@MeghanGraceDIY]

Your very welcome!!

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Hands down best video I’ve found! I am wanting to get into putting crystals on my clothes and everything else I can think of to bling out! Thank you for all of the in depth info!

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I for sure need to do an update video because e6000 has improved their formula and it doesn't stink nearly as bad as it used to so now its my go to glue!!

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This was a great video. I've been buying glass crystals all this time thinking they were real crystals. Lol They were advertised as crystal STRASS. Only one pack that I ever bought came wrapped in the paper...and I'm pretty sure those were glass too.

[@lucrisiaphilan7313]

Thank you so much for such a detailed description of each type of rhinestone and/or gem used for several projects. I really APPRECIATED this video because now I know the TYPES of CRYSTALS/GLASS rhinestones to USE, the ACTUAL SIZES of the CRYSTALS and GLASS, WAYS to DIFFERENTIATE the GOOD RHINESTONES from the BAD, the TOP TWO name BRANDS to USE and most importantly the PRICING of the RHINESTONES that would get me MORE BLING for MY BUCK. I've LEARNED so much NECESSARY INFORMATION from YOU and I am TOTALLY GRATEFUL.

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

I’m so glad you are finding the info helpful!!

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You were amazing! I am a newbie to Rhinestones it set me on the right path. Thank You!

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Wow! Thank you for making this video, extremely helpful & informative! I love that you gave quarter comparison with different sizes. Helps people like me who are just getting started, get a real idea on sizes. Loved that you were more direct on info giving & didn't go off on unnecessary tangents that most youtubers do. This video just saved me hours of research & money too! Thanks again!

[@MeghanGraceDIY]

I really try to not go off on tangents. I know your there for specific info and I do my best to give you that info in a digestible format! Thanks for watching this video it’s one of my favorites because I also hate peoples spending more than they need to!!

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Thank you so much! You're so right, that it's very overwhelming to buy crystals online. I have been to so many wholesale websites and never purchased anything.

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Thank you so much for explaining this subject and giving all this information! I'm looking to incorporate rhinestone work into my business and this has really helped me make some tough decisions.

[@MeghanGraceDIY]

You are very welcome!!

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NEW SUBSCRIBER!! Ive been using crystals for years both Swarovski and Czechoslovakian for different crafts projects. I always bought in person at a local craft store which can be pricey since it is a smaller local shop. Looking to buy more in bulk and where to buy online for cheaper and also researching glass and resin i came across ur video. Amazing and informative thank you!

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Great video! Cuts & facets definitely matter, surprised you didn’t touch on it. Nothing beats the Swarovski xirius 2088

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

Your welcome :)

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

Your welcome! I’m glad I could make a helpful video about rhinestones since I’m a little obsessed teehee!

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

I am working on a follow up video since Swarovski is discontinuing their flat back line

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

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[@MeghanGraceDIY]

Your welcome! Given there have been some changes at swarovski, Im going to do a follow up soon!

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Thanks for watching!