Reddit mentions: The best rhinestone & sequin embellishments

Artsy for life!!!

I'm a jewelry maker and sculptor. I work in polymer clay primarily. You can see some of my work here if you're interested. :)

I started this because I wanted to keep my hands busy and I wanted to try and use my artistic skill to help provide for my family.

I'm in a bit of a creative rut at the moment. Stress from various real life issues (mostly family stuff) and Etsy being a pain to deal with has really taken the wind out of my sails and is really throwing off my creative groove. I'd love to have some new supplies to relight my fire to start creating again.
I chose a few options:

These rhinestones are really different than the round ones I usually use and I think I could do some dynamic pieces with them. The colors I like most are ruby, peach, blue zircon, and amethyst. I love to add some sparkle to most of my work.

This bat cutter and this shell mold would both allow me to explore some new shape and design options. The bat would become Gothic/vampire necklaces and the shells would be mermaid inspired.

And this octopus wax seal is $21 and change but I REALLY want it to seal my jewelry boxes or letters with as I make a lot of octopus inspired pieces and it is my favorite animal.

Thank you for this contest. :)

I love it! It is very flattering on you and I love the beading all over. I think a belt like this would look AMAZING on that dress! Hems can always be shortened. I know on my dress, the scalloping and lace pattern on the bottom is actually a completely separate piece that the seamstress will detach, then alter length and reattach so as to not mess up the pattern. Yours might be the same! Wear whatever shoes you want! I'm wearing sparkly sneakers with mine :)

I don't have any photos I can share, as I haven't been able to take any full-length photos yet, but I chose the easy (and inexpensive!) way out with a Fleur Dress, because honestly, I liked it, I kept seeing it around the internet, and I was tired of looking at dresses, LOL. I'm considering getting this sash to go with it, like in the photo, because I'm not paying $350 for that sash in their photo. :P

Rhinestones!

Because who doesn't love a little bling. :P Honestly, though, they would be for making my Columbia tap shoes look screen accurate. :)

Today will be a good day because I get to go have dinner with my friend after work and the best reason: FOOTBALL!!!!!!!!

I’ve had great luck on Amazon! You can definitely get something similar like this appliqué or get a few and break them up to customize as you like.

My thumb: https://i.imgur.com/cm2qWzY.jpg

Press ons by EC Basket

Elite 99 No Wipe Top Coat

Born Pretty Clear Acrylic

Purple acrylic from this cheap AliExpress set: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/ck69exF6

Tiny gems from Dollar Tree

Bigger gems from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077HNTPC1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6MpWCbZDBR2YE

Special shoutout to u/Mature_adult69 for her input

The sash on the dress is already super pretty. If you want some added bling, could you (or a seamstress) add this to your existing sash?

Ok here are the links to some of my ideas for the dress. All the links are from amazon.

L'vow Women's Gatsby 1920s Scarf Glitter Mesh Sequin Wedding Cape Shawl Fringed Evening Wrap(White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M81J2S7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EoD7Cb0QNQT9F

ShiDianYi Wedding Dress Sash - Rhinestone - Pearl - Swarovski - Georgia Sash https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013HQ4FAO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sqD7CbYFREJ7K

Remedios Rhinestone Bridal Belt Crystal Wedding Belt Bridesmaid Sash Women Dress Accessories, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01828W8HO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_arD7CbQ26DAX6

New Exquisite Pure Handmade AB Colour Bright Crystal Patches Sew-on Rhinestones Applique with Stones Sequins Beads for Wedding Dress DIY Manual accessories Belt Waist Decoration 18x36cm (Silver) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077PP8RY6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AsD7CbEFTQBV

De.De. 1 Yard AB Resin Crystal Applique Rhinestone Bridal Trim Fashion Chain Fringe Embellishment Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071R3WGH1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ytD7CbHMECZ2V

Unique Pure Handmade Sew on Rhinestones Sequins Beads Applique Crystals Patches 15.3x11.4 inches Dress Accessory,Sewing Crastal For Evening Dress (white) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5FZN8M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2tD7CbDHHZ2DY

Glamaker Womens Summer Beach Wrap Sequins Tassel Mini Skirts Belly Dance Hip Scarf Belt ,Silver,One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BJXC7YK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9zD7Cb8K5B721

Check Etsy and Amazon on the sash. There are many similar options out there that are waaaay less.

Take a look at these - https://www.amazon.com/SWEETV-Rhinestone-Bridesmaid-Headband-Accessories/dp/B07DWL8G7L/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?crid=3TLGSBVDEK335&keywords=thin+bridal+belt&qid=1551068923&s=gateway&sprefix=thin+bridal&sr=8-8

https://www.amazon.com/SWEETV-Rhinestone-Bridesmaid-Headband-Accessories/dp/B07H3K93SD/ref=mp_s_a_1_22?crid=3TLGSBVDEK335&keywords=thin%2Bbridal%2Bbelt&qid=1551069030&s=gateway&sprefix=thin%2Bbridal&sr=8-22&th=1&psc=1


https://www.amazon.com/Rhinestones-Pearls-Applique-Rhinetones-Rhinestone/dp/B00WQZAZFW/ref=mp_s_a_1_30?crid=3TLGSBVDEK335&keywords=thin+bridal+belt&qid=1551069136&s=gateway&sprefix=thin+bridal&sr=8-30

You might be shocked to see how similar quality is in person, though I appreciate it’s not quite the same look.

You might have luck with something custom on Etsy.

Do you need it to be the exact same belt?
If not, Amazon has a surprising amount of belts for really good prices:
Like this

Or this

some more

Crazy Genie 5pcs/lot Top Quality Sparkly Beautiful Rhinestone Bikini Connector for Swimming Wear Bikini Connector Headband Connector (5pcs - Rhinestone Bikini Connector) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S4G3XEW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gh9CybCE1CWVF

I wouldn't buy the middle connector they advertise to buy along with these connectors. It's TINY. Can't use it properly.

Etsy: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6.


David's Bridal: 1, 2, 3, or 4.


BHLDN: 1, 2, 3, or 4.


Azazie: 1, 2, 3, or 4.


Amazon: 1, 2, 3, or 4.

I ended up with these. I do not think it's practical to re-use them because the resin is going to gunk them up quickly. I'm sure there's probably a better place to order these in bulk, but I haven't figured that out yet.

Put a self-adhesive rhinestone on the top of each usb plug.

http://www.amazon.com/Kaisercraft-SB700-Self-Adhesive-Rhinestones-Pkg-Silver/dp/B0034EJNS4

I know its a boring answer but usually amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075YW8JK9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Rose Gold Bridal Gown Sash Rhinestone Applique DIY Wedding Belt by Sewing or Ironing on -1 Piece(1”36”in) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M9G8XYV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9uuHzbWSN2TTB

Hi, it's not exactly the same but I got this one in rose gold to wear with my Essense of Australia gown.

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It is just not my day lol here's the link:

https://www.amazon.com/TecUnite-Crystal-Rhinestones-Tweezer-Picking/dp/B07FF3GKMN/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?hasWorkingJavascript=1&keywords=black+gems&qid=1555554707&s=gateway&sr=8-4