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Get Your Crafty Kicks On This 4th of July & Celebrate CHUCKS “GLORY DAYS”

DIY 4th of July Chuck Taylor Swarovski Crystal Shoes

Add a little twinkle to your toes with a pair of statement sneakers. Finish off your high-tops with eye-catching Swarovski crystals sewn on to patriotic red, white and blue for some extra Fourth of July sparkle. And when Independence Day celebrations are over, wear them to make every day a dazzle day!

DIY Swarovski Crystal Chuck Taylor shoes with Swarovski Crystals

Swarovski crystals

Swarovski 3288 – 8mm 42 pieces Crystal Sew-on Stones

Swarovski 3288 – 10mm 3 pieces Crystal Sew-on Stones

Supplies & Tools

White sewing thread, red and blue fabric paint. Carboard, 3x3cm Paint brush, a pencil, a ruler, scissors and a sewing needle.

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STEP 1: Use our pattern or draw a 2cm star onto a cardboard as shown in our illustrations with this step.

STEP 2: Use the cardboard star template and a pencil to draw stars all around one of the shoes. Draw horizontal lines around the other shoe with a pencil to make 1.5cm wide stripes.

STEP 3: Paint the horizontal stripes on the one shoe in red and the background around the stars of the other shoe in blue.

STEP 4: Tie a double knot onto a sewing thread and sew Swarovski Sew-on Stones 3288 8mm Crystal on top of the red stripes. (Do not pierce through to the inside of the shoe with the needle and thread). Repeat the steps with the horizontal rows and the stars as shown in the illustration and material list.

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Sparkling Gift Ideas!

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‘Tis the season of gift giving, bringing joy into each-others’ hearts and spreading smiles with sparkles!

It’s a very special time of year, when we open our hearts and truly feel the magic of the season!

Where we take time to admire the twinkling lights, make special memories and where we genuinely feel uplifted inside. It’s a fun time to express our creativity and where we can appreciate bringing delight to others with hand designed gifts, delectable treats and sweet cards bestowing notes of joy and prosperity.

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Where a simple smile can make others smile, and where you feel all warm and fuzzy inside when you genuinely wish people the very best for an extra special, sweet, sparkly, fun, love-filled Holiday Season and a prosperous New Year!

Sometimes it can be tricky to know what to give all of those special people in your life. So here are a few ideas that will hopefully spark your creativity!

Swarovski Crystal Picture Fram DIY Great Gift Idea

Glueing Swarovski Crystal Flatback Rhinestones to picture frames is a great gift for all types of people! Adding that extra special touch of elegance and sparkle to a treasured moment is wonderful way to show how much they mean to you.

DIY Swarovski crystal frame friends great gift idea

Surprise your loved one, friends or family with a beautiful and thoughtful gift that would be sentimental and unique. A gift that keeps on giving by bringing the feelings of love and friendship into the hearts of those you love…now what’s better than that??!!

 Personalized jewelry gift idea

Making personalized gifts is exceptionally fun, memorable and rewarding for both the giver and the receiver!

It shows that you have taken the time to think about what they would like and to create something valuable with those special personal touches, shows how much you really care. Whether it’s a uniquely exclusive piece of jewelry incorporating a special picture, charm or sparkle that you know they will love, or embellishing a small pair of baby shoes for that “WOW…Awww How Cute” factor, it’s the intention behind your gift and your beautiful gift itself that will be so appreciated!

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This picture came from UMYK Design’z – Check out all her gorgeous sparkling creations!

Embellish shoes, picture frames, pens, apparel, purses…whatever you can imagine with Swarovski Crystal Flatbacks using E6000 glue and the Crystal Katana tool, which makes it so easy. With a little time and attention to detail, you can create the perfect gift for each special person in your life.

Swarovski Crystal Pen DIY gift idea

DIY fancy, sparkling pens for your co-workers or friends at the office!

Beautifying the little things in life can make a big difference in your day. Turning a normal boring pen into a sparkling, fun, delightful piece of usable artwork, transforms ordinary tasks into cheerful tasks! (Be sure to use refillable ink pens)

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I hope these sparkling, creative ideas have helped you in your endeavor to make the perfect gift for this wonderful gift giving season and have fun spreading smiles with sparkles!

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Featured Designer ~ Pacific Jewelry Designs

Pacific Jewelry Designs Handmade Jewelry

Swarovski Crystal Beaded Bracelet Crystal Montana Blend

Pacific Jewelry Designs creates stunning one-of-a-kind, handmade necklaces, bracelets and earrings. This beautiful ombre look bracelet is comprised of a variety of deep to light blue colors, coatings and clear crystal 5328 Xilion Bicone Beads and is accentuated by a 6106 Pearshape Pendant in Crystal Montana Blend. The blue beads used in this thick beaded bracelet range from Crystal Metallic Blue 2X, Montana, Indian Sapphire, Light Azore, to Clear Crystal and Crystal AB. Crystal Blue Shade and Crystal Montana Blend would also compliment this style nicely.

Swarovski Crystal Earrings Tanzanite Beaded drops

These intricate beaded drop earrings feature Tanzanite Swarovski Crystal Bicone Beads and Mauve Pearls that elegantly dangle the 6010 Briolette Pendants in Tanzanite. I love how playfully elegant they are & what fun they would be to wear!

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What a gorgeous color this Swarovski Ruby beaded necklace is! It’s balanced nicely with the silver components and Grey Pearls. It’s an ideal piece to compliment a professional attire, special event or evening wear. It incorporates the 5000 Round Beads, the beaded work is comprised of Xilion Bicone Beads and the classic 6090 Baroque Pendant adds a beautiful finish.

Swarovski Beaded Crystal Bracelet Bridal Jewelry

Pacific Jewelry Designs also specializes in creating wedding jewelry, one-of-a-kind pieces that complement your style and add that lovely touch sparkle to your special day. The Crystal AB beads shine with a rainbow of sparkle highlighting pink, yellow and blue iridescent twinkles… an enchantment of dreams with love, laughter and happiness ever after.

Swarovski Crystal Earrings 6090 Baroque Pendants Black Diamond

These Crystal earrings are spectacular! Gold/or Aurum 2X and Black Diamond crystal beads are two perfect complimentary colors that work so well together. They are delightful and elegant all in one. The various sized Bicone Beads gracefully dance above the 6090 Baroque Pendant that overall creates a gorgeous and timeless look.

Swarovski Crystal tabac earrings

These eclectic bronze and Tabac Crystal earrings are right on trend with the bohemian/mixed metals/chain style that embraces small details and unique looks. By using the Swarovski 3500 Pendular Beads for the focal crystal, it brings out a modern feel that is further embellished by the bronze chain and crystal elements.

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I am always looking for designers to feature in upcoming posts. If you would like to be a featured designer that uses SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, please follow my blog and contact me at Rainbowsoflight.com. Thank you!

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Featured Designer ~ Anita from Texas Tangled Threads

Anita Allbritton Texas Tangled Threads

Anita from Texas Tangled Threads creates unique handmade lace jewelry embellished with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Embroidered Baby Blankets, and Embroidered Clothing for Children. She loves to be creative and work with color and fiber and is consistently developing new and innovative designs that expands her repertoire.

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Fuchsia Lace Bean Pod Large Dangle Statement Earrings

These beautifully woven fuchsia lace statement earrings are handmade from rayon embroidery thread. If you enjoy Anita’s lovely designs and would like to purchase anything from her Etsy shop, she has graciously offered a 25% discount to anyone who has been referred to her store through my blog. Please enter this coupon code at checkout: Rainbows25

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Black Tweed Geometric Lace Statement Earrings made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS

The sparkle of nine 3mm Jet AB Hot Fix Swarovski crystals combined with the black tweed geometric lace to make just the statement you want. The black tweed lace is made from rayon embroidery thread so these statement earrings are very lightweight. There are crystals on both sides of each earring so that no matter which way the wind blows, you will sparkle.

Anita Tiny purple and gold sparkle feather earrings made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS

Embroidered Purple and Gold Sparkling Feather Earrings made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS

These charming embroidered feathers are just right for everyday or a special evening. The tiny feather earrings feature a 3mm Swarovski crystal AB Hot Fix on each side that flash coming and going. They are made from a two color variegated thread that blends deep purple and bright metallic gold. With the gold tone post and the crystals, these will be your go to sparkle earrings.

Anita White Lace Kitty Necklace made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS

White Lace Kitty Necklace Featuring Sparkling Blue Eyes made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS 

This delightful cat necklace is for all cat lovers! A large white lace kitty playfully dangles below a silver and blue bead attached to a silver tone chain. This cheerful cat’s eyes and heart sparkle on both sides with Air Blue Opal Swarovski crystals and is extremely lightweight.

Anita Turquoise Geometric Lace Dangle Earrings made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS

Turquoise Geometric Lace Dangle Earrings made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS

These whimsical turquoise lace and crystal earrings are embroidered using rayon thread and shine utilizing the 2mm Swarovski aquamarine Flatback crystals completing the stylish look with a Swarovski faceted 5000-6mm Round bead in Crystal AB.

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I am always looking for designers to feature in upcoming posts. If you would like to be a featured designer that uses SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, please follow my blog and contact me at Rainbowsoflight.com. Thank you!