http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz Rhinestonz and Beads Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:37:27 +1300 en-us http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/images/rsslogo.jpg http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz 55 60 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=6#section1 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=6 We love what we do! Rhinestonz & Beads is an internet based family business located in New Plymouth, New Zealand. We love what we do and pride ourselves on our service and extensive product knowledge. Although we're an online shopping site we do welcome your personal contact by phone or email, so please feel free to contact us directly with any enquiry you may have. So, how did it all start? Born out of a love of colours, costuming and beauti... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section16 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 Helpful Hints, Tips & References We're in the process of compiling some of the most useful things we know about working with rhinestones, beads and lead crystal products. If you have anything you'd like to share we'd be happy to consider adding it to our list. ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section17 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Customer Service & Company Information The following policies and procedures have been written to assist you to make informed and stress free decisions when dealing with our company. Terms & Conditions Security Policy Privacy Policy Pricing Policy ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=5#section18 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=5 Contact Details We are closed on the following holiday dates in 2012: Waitangi Day February 6th Taranaki Anniversary Day March 12 Easter Friday April 6th Easter Monday April 9th ANZAC Day April 25th Queen's Birthday Celebration Day June 4th Labour Day October 22nd New Zealand Christmas Holidays Dates yet to be confirmed for 2012. Telephone Call us with any enquiry or order during our ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=19#section29 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=19 Terms and Conditions www.rhinestonz.co.nz is hereafter referred to as 'this site'. By placing an order by any method, direct or indirect, or by accessing this site you acknowledge that you understand and accept all our Terms and Conditions. This site and its contents are the intellectual property of the registered company trading as Rhinestonz & Beads, and Copyright 2011. All rights reserved. No content may be copied in ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=1#section15 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=1 RECENT WEB UPDATESNov 22 - 2 new colours arrived in Swarovski Sew-On 'Cosmic' Jewels Nov 22 - 4 new colours arrived in Swarovski Sew-On 'Rivolli' JewelsNov 24 - New Budget Craft Mixes available in flatback rhinestonesJan 31 - New addition ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section22 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 Frequently Asked Questions about our Products and Services About our Products... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section61 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 Have you found the answer to the question you had?If not, we'd love to help you personally with any questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to phone or email your questions through to our helpful team. Contact details are here. We look forward to possibly even adding your question on this page.... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section60 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 I can't get through to the checkout - what am I doing wrong?Absolutely nothing - Perhaps you're on a network that doesn't allow access for security reasons, or if you're on a PC then it's probably just the version of IE you're running.Our website has been designed using the very latest technology and unfortunately this does not support some older ve... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section59 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 About our Services Do you have a shop, can I pick up?We are an internet / web based business and have no showroom where you can view products or uplift purchases sorry. Do you have a printed price list? We've tried to in the past but constant new ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section58 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 I'm not sure what colour I need. Do you send out samples?Individual photos of products on our site give a good indication however browser colours are not always accurate. If perfect colour matching is important we have both rhinestone cards and bead sample boards available. ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section57 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 Why all the names 'Crystallized Swarovski Elements', 'Spectra', 'Strass', 'Viva12' and 'Xilion'! I'm confused!?These are all registered brand names for different lead crystal product ranges produced by the companies we deal with. How do I know your products are genuine?These... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section56 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 What is full lead crystal?Full lead crystal is the finest man-made crystal because it's high lead oxide content serves to enhance its colour spectrum. The production of full lead crystal begins by combining proportionate amounts of quartz sand, soad, potash and lead oxide, which are subjected to extremely high heat until molten. Crystal is not considered 'full lead crystal' until the lead oxide content goes above 30%. So if it contains "lead"... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section55 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 What is the difference between a half coating and a full coating?This term applies to many coatings, but most the popular one is the AB coating. A half coating is referred to as 'AB'. This is where half of the object is coated, leaving the other half to show purely the original colour of the crystal bead underneath. A full coating is referred to as 'AB2x'. This is where the coating is applied all over the object, thus giving an all over AB effect... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section54 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 Why does the colour of some stones change with the angle you look at them from?Some colours, such as Heliotrope, Vitrail Medium and Bermuda Blue for example are commonly referred to as 'effects' colours as you are able to see one colour one way, and another colour when you look from a different angle. The vacuum coating on Effects stones is applied to the stone between the foiled backing and the crystal itself. This is different from the coating applied to t... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section53 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 What is the most popular size?Usually ss16 and ss20 for costumes, stage and clothing. However, we've noticed an increased trend in the use of smaller stones such as ss10 and ss12 in combination with larger stones, such as ss30 and ss34. For craft, especially for use with hotfix tools, the trend is for smaller stones, such as ss10's. The diversity of use of rhinestones now dictates that a much larger range of sizes be available, so we stock from an ss6 ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section52 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 How many rhinestones will I need?Probably more than you think. The most common reason we hear for repeat orders is that the original amount was under estimated. As a guide, in a 10 cm x 10 cm square place stones or a suitable substitute in the pattern or design you want to create and count the number of stones used. Then multiply that number by the approximate number of 10 cm squares needed t... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section51 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 What does "AB" mean after a colour name?AB stands for Aurora Borealis which is the scientific name for the Northern Lights. It's also sometimes called Aurore Boreale. AB is a light coating applied to the surface of a rhinestone or bead by a vacuum process. It was ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section50 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 What's the difference between between rhinestones and diamantés? None at all. Rhinestones, diamantés, dimontes, crystals, christals, stones, bling, chatons, chaton roses, strass, flatbacks, swarovskis, swartzkofskis and jets are all names we've heard used to describe rhinest... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=19#section41 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=19 Warnings Please ensure all products are suitable for their intended use. Loose crystals and beads can be wrongfully inhaled, swallowed, choked on, or inserted into ears or nose. No application technique or process guarantees that crystals will not come loose from their carrier object and the customer must accept full responsibility for assessing the small parts risk or choking hazard that they may pose to young children especiall... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section48 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 Size Conversions Rhinestone Sizes Stone Size Millimeters Inches Ss 6... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section66 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 Definitions of Matte, Translucent, Opaque & Transparent Matte: not glossy or shiny, dull surface qualities (like Light Siam Matte) Translucent: semi-transparent, so can see through it a little (like White Opal) Opaque: can't see through it at all (like Jet) Transparent: can see through it easily (like unfoiled crystal items such as Crystal bicones) ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section42 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Ordering info for International clients You can place your order by using our shopping cart facilities on this website, or by phone.You can pay using: Credit Card - we accept MasterCard or Visa Debit Card - we accept all debit cards supported in the NZ banking systemIf you wish to pay by any other method please contact us first to confirm details. Sorry, we don't accept Paypal at present.We are ava... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=6#section46 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=6 About Rhinestones Beautifully coloured pebbles from stream beds and beaches were probably the very first gemstones to attract the human eye. As civilizations evolved, dynasties wielded power using their magnificent treasures of precious stones and for centuries, because of their rarity and the art of their presentation, genuine gemstones remained exclusively for the ornamentation and adornment of the royal and the rich. Glass making can be traced back further than 2000 BC bu... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section38 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Returns and Exchanges As we offer colour samples of rhinestones, beads and most trims so you can confirm colours and sizes, we regret we're unable to accept returns or exchanges just because you've changed your mind after receiving the goods. Nor do we accept returns or exchanges on sale or discounted items or any item we've cut to length specifically for your order. But we realise things do happen sometimes and should you wish to re... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section39 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Delivery Information International Delivery Dispatch For our mutual safety, orders will only be sent to a street address (not a box number), and only after full payment has been authorized. Most international orders are processed and dispatched 1 - 2 working days (or 3-5 working days if you opt for this slower service) after we receive them. Once an item has been dispatched from our premises we wi... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section44 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Order Confirmation If you buy through the website's shopping cart you'll receive an order confirmation by email. If you have an 'xtra' or 'Yahoo' email address you will probably need to add our email to your contacts list for these emails to get through to your Inbox. We don't usually confirm orders placed by phone.... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section45 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Need Help with the Cart? Just as you would at a supermarket or department store, you have to go through the same basic steps when you are shopping on our website too (but without the parking hassles or muzak!) 1. Find the product you want. 2. Put the product in your shopping cart. 3. Go to the check out and arrange payment. How do I find the product I want? Look through the lists of product headings we have over on the left hand side of th... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section31 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Security Policy Our site uses the industry preferred SSL 128 bit encryption method to securely send your payment details and other personal information such as your delivery address across the Internet. We also maintain physical and procedural safeguards to secure your personally identifiable information.... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section32 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Privacy Policy New Zealand law requires us to keep a record of your name and address, and details of your orders and payments. Beyond this lawful responsibility we practise physical, electronic and procedural safeguards to hold all client information completely secure and confidential and no details are ever shared or sold to a third party.... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section33 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Pricing Policy Crystal Products: Beads, Pendants, Pearls, Sew On Jewels, Tiaras, Iron on Transfers, etc Our lowest prices start at 'per each'. You can purchase just one or any multiple of one. If you buy more than one unit, the per each price just multiplies by the number you're buying. Factory packing units of any one article / colour / size attract a discount. Please enquire as the quantities ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section47 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 How can I clean my tiara? Over time, a build up of hairspray, fingerprints, gel, dust and other greeblies can dull the sparkle of rhinestone tiaras. If using professional cleaning services is not an option, you can remove a lot of the surface grime yourself, but you must be very careful. The following method is only suitable for tiaras where the stones have been "claw set" (not glued in) and if you have any doubts whatsoever, please consult a professional jeweler or the l... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section35 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Ordering Information At Rhinestonz & Beads we pride ourselves on our friendly, knowledgeable service and because we hold a high stock inventory, your order will normally be processed and dispatched within 2 working days of your payment being confirmed. Ordering info for NZ clients You can place your order by using our shopping cart facilities on this website, or by phone. You can pay using: Credit Card - we accept ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section36 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Telephone Orders If you'd like to talk to a real person we're very happy to accept phone orders. This is sometimes a good idea if it's the first time you're buying from us, if you need advice because you're not sure you're ordering the right product, or if you want to check the availability before confirming your order. You may also want to give us your credit card details in person rather than trust them to electronic gadgets. If you are in a particular hurry th... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section62 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 Swarovski Flatbacks Colour Chart October 2011 ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section63 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 Swarovski Crystal Pearl Colour Chart 2011 ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section64 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 Swarovski Beads & Pendants Colour Chart 2011 ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section65 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 Hints about gluing rhinestones (that are not hotfix) on to porous surfaces (eg; fabric) The two basic rules are ‘use a suitable glue' and ‘get your technique right'. As with any new activity, even gluing requires practice. When gluing rhinestones for the first time, we recommend doing a test-run first. Only glue stones onto surfaces where there will be sufficient contact area. Common sense prevails...a 5mm stone needs more than one thread in a knit fabric like... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section40 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 NZ Delivery FLAT RATE IN NZ $4.00 Dispatch Orders can be sent to a street address, a work address, a Rural (RD) address or a PO Box. We're happy to add any special instructions such as "please leave by the front door" or "please leave in the letterbox" etc. If you require any special instructions to be noted, please ensure you tell us this when placing your order, or make sure you add i... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4#section43 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=4 Back Orders All products on this site are considered ongoing unless otherwise stated. Due to a variety of reasons some items may be low in stock or temporarily out of stock from time to time. Please make sure your email address or phone number (preferably a landline) is correct, as we will use this method of contacting you about your order.... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section49 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 What's the difference between Preciosa and Swarovski Rhinestones?These days very little. For many years Swarovski stones were far superior to Preciosa’s but as technology improved, the differences became almost indistinguishable and Preciosa’s pricing structure made their brand extremely competitive. It's said that Swarovski tried to counteract this competition by introducing a 12 facetted st... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section70 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 This handy carousel.... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section71 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 I have a group of team uniforms I need to embellish / We make corporate promotional uniforms / We are professional embroiderers and need to create a client's uniforms....can you help us with making heat-fix transfers of rhinestones or metallic studs if we give you the design?Yes, we can. Send us a jpeg or pdf file of your design/logo/picture, and your ideas for size and colours. We'll get back to you with a quote and proposed sectional design response within a few days ... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2#section67 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=2 What is sterling silver, base metal, silver plating and surgical steel? Pure silver is too soft so to make sterling silver it is alloyed with copper, usually, in proportions of 92.5% silver, and 7.5% copper for strength. Hence the industry standard of stamping sterling silver as ".925" where possible. Silver plating refers to a metal being applied to a conductive surface, in most case, silver applied to base metal. Base metal is a catch-all term in the jewelry indust... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section72 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 Tell me about that laser etched logo of the swan or 'Strass signature' that people talk about... Swarovski have many brands within the brand 'Swarovski', namely, Strass, Spectra, Elements, Atelier, Swareflex, Crystallized and many more. Only articles from the Swarovski Strass range carry this permanent Strass signature, which is a laser etching inside the crys... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section73 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 What does the Swarovski Strass signature look like? A little emblem that looks a little like a ladder or a ziggurat (a representation of the different line breaks between the spectrum of colours, in a rhomboid shape frame. It's tiny - like about 1mm in total, and sits inside the actual crystal. Fascinating to see in real life. In the past, since Swaro... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=20#section68 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=20 About Preciosa ... The name Preciosa (pronounced press-ee-o-sa) is derived from the Latin adjective meaning precious, rare, or noble Since 1376 when the first glass kiln was lit in Northern Bohemia, the Czech Republic has been renown for beautiful crystal products. And in 1711 when the Fišer brothers from Turnov discovered the secrets of glass blending, cutting and polishing, and this knowledge was used to manufacture the first costume stones and beads... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=21#section69 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=21 About Swarovski The name Swarovski (pronounced swore-off-ski) is the family name of Daniel Swarovski, the founder. Whilst apprenticed to his father (a glass cutter) in a Bohemian glass foundry in 1892, Daniel created a prototype cutting machine and moved to patent the invention. With the help of financial backers he formed his own company, Daniel Swarovski & Co, which was established in Wattens, a town located in the Austrian Alps where there were e... http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3#section74 http://www.rhinestonz.co.nz/index.php?menuid=3 I'm just starting out making jewellery. What are the most important items I could have in my tool kit and findings? Here's our list of 16 SUPER-USEFULS...Pliers (long thin flat-nosed, long thin rounded nose, crimping, & cutting)49 Strand wire .018"CrimpsCrimp CoversLobster claspsClosed ringsOpen ringsBead bumpersBails for pendantsHeadpinsEyepinsBails for pendantsEarwires/hooks/studs ...