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How to Make Swarovski Crystal Converse

A Guide to creating your own Swarovski crystal converse boots. Add some sparkle to Converse footwear this Christmas with Swarovski flatback rhinestones by following this simple how to, step by step guide.

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What Are Rhinestones?

History of the rhinestone Rhinestones which are also known as diamantes or paste date back as far as the thirteenth century where they were first made from Czechoslovakian or Bohemian hand blown glass. The term rhinestone came along later, when rock crystals were discovered in and around the shores of the river Rhine in Austria. These rock crystals could be …

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What are the Differences Between Natural and Cultured Pearls

Different Types Of Pearls The hunt for natural pearls dates back thousands of years to places like China and the Persian Gulf where divers would swim down to the ocean floor or river bottom to hunt for pearls. Diving for natural pearls was the only means of findings pearls until the late 19th and early 20th centuries where Japanese researchers …

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How To Protect Your Jewellery Or Craft Designs

Having your own creative business can be extremely rewarding, whether its making handmade jewellery or other crafts you get to do the thing you enjoy on a daily basis. Coming up with new designs and experimenting with different ideas to create jewellery that’s representative of your own unique style. It’s this style or uniqueness that attracts customers to buy your …

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