Jewelry trend: 20 crystal jewelry to make yourself

Crystal jewelry is always in style! Its colors and sparkle never fail to impress. It sets us apart and makes our jewelry shine brightly. And yet, some of us don’t dare to wear it because we find it too expensive, too high-fashion, too flashy…
Don’t judge it too quickly! While it sometimes has a reputation for being too bling-bling, in reality, crystal jewelry goes with any look. Chic, sparkling, refined, daring… it adds a lively touch to an outfit that’s a bit too demure, gives a quirky edge to streetwear, or brings glamour to a rock-and-roll look.

Plus, there’s something for every taste and style: from small crystals that look like gemstones—for those who love chic, understated looks—to statement crystals for the daring, and colorful crystals that add a pop of fun to our DIY projects. For those who are still on the fence, it’s not too late to give them a try!

Here are our 20 must-have DIY crystal jewelry ideas for your jewelry box!

Which crystal jewelry piece should you choose?

• Fancy earrings with crystals in settings that are super easy to make. Plus, you can have fun mixing and matching different crystal colors for a stunning result!
• A multi-strand bracelet. Another super simple tutorial that creates a sparkling look on your wrist.
• An elegant, ultra-minimalist crystal necklace that’s adjustable to any length you like. It’ll perfectly highlight a subtle neckline.

• Unique dangling earrings with crystals and freshwater beads that are sure to turn heads. The soft, pearlescent hue of the freshwater beads brings out the vibrant color of the crystals.
• A wide crystal bracelet. It’s THE chic piece that elevates an entire outfit.
• A crystal heart necklace made of pearlescent beads. This heart pattern has been spotted everywhere—on the runways, in the pages of magazines, and on the street. While it’s often seen at the end of a chain or on a cord, at Perles & Co, we love it paired with pearlescent beads. We’re sure you’ll love it too!
• An elastic crystal ring with seed beads—perfect for summer. A must-have that combines two of this year’s trends: beaded rings and crystals.

• Dangle earrings with crystal hearts—no frills or fuss—that flatter your profile. You’ll love their sleek, minimalist style!
• An evening necklace with large crystal cabochons. Once again, we see that the combination of freshwater beads and crystals works quite well. It will look stunning with an evening gown, but will also be a hit with a simple blouse.
• A choker on one side and a back necklace on the other. It’s the perfect piece if your evening gown reveals your back.

• Hoop earrings with crystals of different sizes—super easy to make, even for the absolute beginner.
• Crystal rings that are easy to make, even for beginners. Monochrome or multicolored? It’s up to you to match them to your current mood.
• Dangle earrings with a beaded chain and crystals to sparkle during the holidays or at a chic evening event.
• A bangle bracelet with crystal hearts. The crystal hearts add a cute and delicate touch to this bangle. The best idea is to make several in different colors and wear them as a “weekday bracelet.”

Crystal jewelry is everywhere—like brooches you can pin onto a scarf, dress, jacket, or T-shirt to liven up a classic look. For a more original style, attach it to a hat, a bag, a beret, or a scarf, or use it to fasten the panels of a cardigan. And why not on shirt collars, coat pockets, or the straps of a dress for a touch of whimsy?

• Delicious-looking fruit brooches like this cherry brooch or this pineapple brooch.
• A cloud-shaped jewelry brooch that adds a touch of poetry.

Discreet and colorful, hair jewelry adds a touch of glamour to your look while taming unruly hair.

• A crystal barrette best worn with a half-updo, a ponytail, or swept to the side.
• A crystal headband perfect for both short and long hair. This understated version looks so chic in your hair.
• A crystal-embellished comb clip to complete a wedding hairstyle… but that’s not all! By choosing colors that match your taste and style, it might just elevate your everyday hairstyle. You just have to dare—so let’s dare!

Note: Crystals are sometimes confused with zirconium oxide, rhinestones, or cubic zirconia. But even though they look similar, they’re very different materials. Discover their details in our technical data sheet.