Seed Beads are a large part of our store and we will continue to add more types and colors to our existing line on a continuous basis. There are so many colors, effects and cuts that it can be a struggle to determine a particular bead you want or need. Within StravaMax bead menus, we add a description for each bead plus a thumbnail image. If you find a bead you like click on the thumbnail and a larger image should appear on a separate webpage along with more description. We encourage you to do this as a way to get a better feel of what you are purchasing. If you need more info or a better image let us know.
Care and Cleaning
- Store beads in a dry, dark area for maximum shelf life.
- There are no adverse effects either to regular wear and use of the beads on fabrics or cosmetics.
- HAND WASH clothes with seed beads. Use NO Bleach and treat as if you are washing color fabrics (cold or luke warm water). Beads are colorfast but coatings and life span of the beads can be affected by chemicals and abrasive use and cleaning.
seed bead glossary snippets
- Opaque - Solid color(s) - You can't see through it
- Transparent - Clear or colored beads that light can pass through
- Iris = Rainbow = AB (Aurora Borealis) - shiny surface that can reflect in multiple colors
- Ceylon - Type of finish that is similar to pearlized beads
- Copper Lined - Bead hole is lined with copper (There is also colored and silver lined beads)
- Matte or Frost - Velvety or frosted surface
- Pearlized - Opaque beads with a luster finish
BEAD SIZE CHART
Size 6/0- 4.0mm diameter
- approx 480 beads/ OUNCE - 10 BEADS/inch
Size 8/0 - 3.1mm diameter
- approx 980 beads/ OUNCE - 13 BEADS/inch
Size 10/0 - 2.3mm diameter
- approx 2200 beads/ OUNCE - 18 BEADS/inch
NOTE: These are nominal sizes and can vary .5mm either way
