What is a Rivoli Stone?

photo credit Rivoli. A shape of bead that consists of two short wide cones stuck together at their bases (like a flying saucer). In other words, they are round and come to a point in front and back.

What is a chaton rhinestone?

These pointed back rhinestones are primarily used for jewelry and accessories like sunglasses. However, some set them with tiffany sets into fabric (not easy).

How do you use pointed back rhinestones?

Simply glue the rhinestone to the flat surface on the setting or bend the prongs to hold the rhinestone. Nail design allows for more creativity as larger size stones can be glued to the nail surface. Moreover, this allows for a wider variety of rhinestone sizes to be used.

What color is Siam red?

LIGHT SIAM. THE CANCER BIRTHSTONE COLOR REPRESENTS COURAGE, GOOD LUCK, AND GOOD FRIENDSHIP. Those born in July, or under the star sign of the crab, have this beautiful shade of red as their birthstone color.

What is the difference between a Rivoli and a Chaton?

Rivoli is basically a symmetrical shallow bicone with both bottom and top sides shaped the same and with triangular facets running to the pointy top of a stone. Chatons on the other hand have a dominant flat facet as a face, are deeper in the back and have symmetrical cuts on the side and the back.

What is the difference between a Chaton and a Rivoli?

How do you get rhinestones to stay on clothes?

Rhinestones can be applied to fabric with glue, which- because of its versatility- is the most common application choice. Rhinestones can also be applied by hand sewing, by metal settings, or by a household iron or heat tool.

What color is dark Siam?

red
Swarovski 2028 Rhinestones in DARK SIAM, a deep red rhinestone.

What does SS mean for Swarovski crystals?

Swarovski uses the terminology “Stone Size” (ss) to measure various stones, such as Round Stones and Flatback sizes.