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5,000 pcs · glass
$28.99
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Rhinestoning, bejeweling and blinging explained
Many words, one craft. Here is what each term usually means, and the method behind it.
The terms
| Term | Usual meaning |
|---|---|
| Rhinestoning / rhinestone decorating | Applying rhinestones, often in patterns — the term dancers, cheer and costume makers use |
| Bedazzling | The everyday word, from the 1980s Bedazzler tool — see What is a bedazzler? |
| Bejeweling | Decorating with jewels or gems of any kind |
| Blinging | Adding lots of sparkle, often crystals |
| Crystal decorating | Using glass or premium crystal stones |
| Gemmaxxing / rhinestone-maxxing | Covering objects in as many gems as possible (2026) |
| Bedazzle-maxxing | Crystal-embellished sportswear and merch (Sportsish, 5 Jul 2026) |
Which method to use
- Clothes you wash: hotfix rhinestones.
- Cups, cases, bottles, mirrors: glued rhinestones.
- Quick, removable decoration: gem stickers.
- Denim and leather studs: a stud setter.
Not sure? Try the project finder.
Hotfix applicator kits
Heated wands with interchangeable tips, usually with glass hotfix stones.
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MuwamdfHotfix applicator kit
glass
$8.39
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AllberHotfix applicator kit, 7 tips
glass
$12.80
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GGLTECKHotfix applicator kit, 7 tips
5,784 pcs · glass
$28.49
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GenroundHotfix applicator kit
glass
$14.99
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SS10 / SS16 / SS20 · glass
$28.79
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Jelly rhinestone kits
Tubs of resin flatbacks with glue, tweezers and a wax pick-up pen.
TINKRSTUFFJelly rhinestone kit
50,000 pcs · 3 mm · resin jelly · B7000 glue included
$9.99
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TINKRSTUFFJelly rhinestone kit
38,000 pcs · 3 mm · resin jelly · B7000 glue included
$6.99
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RTTHELJelly rhinestone kit, 40 colors
50,000 pcs · 3 mm · resin jelly · B7000 glue included
$9.99
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YKHSIYJelly rhinestone kit, 60 colors
48,000 pcs · 3 mm · resin jelly · B7000 glue included
$23.39
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RedtwoJelly rhinestone kit
40,000 pcs · resin jelly
$7.99
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BELLEBOOSTJelly rhinestone kit
38,000 pcs · 3 mm · resin jelly · B7000 glue included
$6.99
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Common questions
What is rhinestoning?
Decorating clothing or objects with rhinestones, usually with hotfix or glue. It is the common term in dance, cheer and costume making.
Is bejeweling the same as bedazzling?
In everyday use, yes: both mean decorating with gems or rhinestones.
What is the best rhinestone kit?
A hotfix kit for clothes, a jelly rhinestone kit for hard objects. See our guide to the best bedazzler kits.
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