About this product
These are Preciosa Ornela 1/0 seed beads in opaque light red — cut from glass tube in Bohemia, Czechia, and sold by the strand, they bring serious scale (6.3–6.8 mm) to any project that calls for a bold, graphic punch of color.
The opaque finish delivers a solid, non-translucent red with no light bleed-through, so the color reads strong and flat — exactly what you want when contrast and graphic impact are the point.
Specifications
- Size: 01/0
- Color: Reds (opaque)
- Finish: Opaque
- Material: Glass, made in Bohemia, Czechia
- Quantity: 1 Strand
What to make with them
At 6.3–6.8 mm, these chunky rocailles are well-suited for statement necklaces, wide loom-woven cuffs, and fiber work like kumihimo or macramé where a large bead creates real visual weight; their durability rating also makes them a solid choice for everyday jewelry that sees everyday wear.
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