Adorned with hand-set Preciosa crystals, your instrument is transformed into a stunning and one-of-a-kind piece of art. I use crystals by Preciosa, which has over 300 years of experience as crystal producer. The company has a strong commitment to ecologically responsible technologies and has an equivalent level of brilliance as their main competitor, Swarovski. As of spring 2021, Swarovski discont
inued most of their catalogue and reduced their inventory of loose crystals. In addition to the advantages listed above, working with Preciosa means that I can consistently provide a large range of colour, shapes, and sizes to make your vision come to life.
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What instruments do you embellish? All sizes of flutes, piccolos, clarinets, and saxophones. If you have another instrument in mind, get in touch!
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How do I clean my embellished instrument? A simple wipe with a soft, lint-free cloth will ensure your crystals keep their brilliance. If you happen to get an area of your instrument dirty, I recommend brushing the area gently with a soft toothbrush and mild detergent. The interior can be cleaned as normal.
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Are crystals placed beneath the keys themselves? No - crystals are carefully placed to ensure that they won’t interfere with the padding and keys.
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Will the crystals fall off? The crystals are meticulously laid with industry-strength adhesive and subsequently sealed, ensuring that the crystals will stay put.
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Will the crystals make my instrument uncomfortable to play? The crystals used all have flat surfaces, ensuring that they won’t hurt your fingers and hands.
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How will the crystals impact the tone of my instrument? The placement of crystals lends another layer of texture and complexity and will not alter the character or tone of your instrument. To listen to examples of my work, visit my social media pages, linked below.
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How much weight do the crystals add? On a soprano flute, the crystals increase the body weight by approximately 130 grams. If you are concerned about the additional weight of the flute, I recommend choosing to dazzle an instrument made of lighter materials, such as pure silver or copper alloy, rather than gold or platinum. Alternatively, I also dazzle individual parts of instruments.
