While both Bling Anything material and HTV Anything material turn heat applied materials into decals that are dishwasher safe, the main difference is what you can apply directly to them. The clue is found in the name of the material. With BLING Anything, you can apply hotfix rhinestones directly to it. With HTV Anything, you apply Heat Transfer Vinyl to it (first). On either one, you can layer rhinestones over the top of the HTV. Vinyl Shield is clear mask material with an adhesive back that offers a shield of protection when applied over non-textured surfaces. Vinyl shield is hand applied to finished decals and never applied with heat, its ideal for using over opal and metallic vinyl to prevent scratches. Vinyl Shield has a protective layer that is built-in for UV protection to minimize fading and to make your decal vinyl dishwasher safe.