Originally Posted by BRenea
I like a little sparkle on a quilt, and if it's for display why not? I have done hot-fix swarovski crystals and they are very pretty and classy-looking, IMHO. I've been wanting to try machine embroidery with mylar tissue, that's very pretty too! :D
And they come in many colors and sizes. When done right they go through the wash just fine. I often use a cluster of three tiny ones in the animal's eye. Very effective!