The Swarovski crystal train set was designed by Gabriele Stamey and introduced in 1988 as part of the “when we were young” theme. The locomotive and individual wagons are now very collectible but have often suffered minor damage – mainly due to the failure of the adhesive,
Wheels can easily be reattached using UV-activated glue and the special trick with modeling clay explain in this video. For full detail see https://www.artistry-in-glass.com/step-by-step-guide-repairing-a-swarovski-crystal-train-set/
Swarovski Crystal Figurines have become a massive industry, generating billions of dollars since they were first introduced in 1976. The story behind their invention is fascinating. Initially, Swarovski primarily used their faceted crystals for jewelry and chandelier parts. But a stroke of marketing genius led to the creation of the famous crystal mouse, which was given to competitors at the 1976 Innsbruck Winter Olympics. This was so well-received that Swarovski started manufacturing a range of animal figurines using crystal chandelier parts. These evolved with the addition of custom-molded glass and decorative metal to form the basis of their enormous success. Over time, Swarovski has relentlessly developed new designs to appeal to a wide range of interests, including animals, flowers, and licensed characters from popular franchises. Creative product promotions, such as the crystal dress worn by Marilyn Monroe and the use of crystal displays at the Oscars, have also helped to boost the brand's appeal. The establishment of the Swarovski Crystal Society has generated customer loyalty and benefits, such as exclusive access to the annual Christmas ornament. Artistry in Glass is your Southern Arizona expert for Swarovski crystal repair.
We test the mini-silvering kit from Angel gilding and find the result much better than spray paint - but the process is tricky and attention to detail is important. We recommend the product for small and special-shaped or engraved mirror but not for large panes of glass. See https://www.artistry-in-glass.com/should-i-re-silver-my-antique-mirror-pros-cons/
Artistry in Glass has provided a complete range of art glass services in Tucson since 1986, from crystal engraving for awards, to stained & etched glass windows, cabinet glass inserts, glass tabletops, glass display cases, beveled mirrors, crystal and china repair, and much much more. See https://www.artistry-in-glass.com/ for details and subscribe to this channel for more art glass videos.
