Czech Seed Beads

Czech seed beads are high-quality glass beads celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship and vibrant, diverse color palette. Handcrafted in Czechia by skilled artisans from traditional cottage industries—under renowned names like Preciosa Ornela and Jablonex—these beads reflect centuries of glassmaking heritage.

Offering excellent uniformity, Czech seed beads are a top choice for detailed jewelry making, bead weaving, embroidery, and loom work. Slight variations in color and size can occur between dye lots due to the traditional production methods, so we recommend purchasing a little extra to ensure consistency throughout your project.

Available in a wide range of sizes—from delicate 15/0 to bold 2/0—and in a variety of stunning finishes (matte, metallic, faceted, smooth, transparent, and more), Czech seed beads offer endless possibilities for creative expression.

Bead Size

Approx. Diameter

Approx. Hole Size

Beads per Inch (Strung)

Beads per Gram 

Common Uses

15/0

~1.5 mm

~0.7 mm

25–26

~250+

Fine detail, bezeling, microbeading

11/0

~2.1 mm

~0.8 mm

15–19

~110–120

General bead weaving, embroidery

10/0

~2.3 mm

~0.8 mm

15–17

~90–100

Fringe, stringing, loomed designs

8/0

~3.0 mm

~1.0 mm

10–11

~38-40

Beginner projects, spacers, kumihimo

6/0

~4.0 mm

~1.2 mm

8–9

~15-17

Chunky designs, macramé, fiber arts
Czech Seed beads

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