Instructions Resetting a Cup-Set Rhinestone

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     Extract the rhinestone from the setting to which it is glued. Work carefully, using a tool such as a knife blade, a dental pick or a toothpick, making sure to not scratch the setting in the process. Keep your thumb over the rhinestone so you do not lose it when it comes loose. However, you will probably not be able to reuse a stone that was secured with glue.
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     Make sure that the setting is glue-free. Using a cotton swab, apply acetone nail-polish remover to the setting to remove any remaining glue.
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     Find a correctly sized stone for the setting by placing different rhinestones in the setting until you find one that fits snugly.
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     Apply jewelry glue in the setting cup, but not so much that it will overflow when you set the stone. If you add too much glue, remove the excess before adding the stone.
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     Place the stone in the setting with stone-setting tweezers to help you set the rhinestone straight. If you do not have these tweezers, which are especially long and pointed, use a piece of Scotch tape. Place the tape on the flat side of the stone and lower the stone into place. When the glue is completely dry, slowly peel the tape away.

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