PRECIOSA STRIPED 8/0 2.9 mm
💎 Preciosa STRIPED 8/0 (2.9 mm) – Czech striped beads for intricate jewellery and decorations
Preciosa STRIPED 8/0 (2.9 mm) are fine Czech glass beads from the Preciosa Ornela brand, manufactured in Jablonec nad Nisou – the traditional centre of Czech glass art.
Each bead consists of several layers of glass, creating a unique striped effect – small coloured stripes visible within the glass.
This smaller size 8/0 (2.9 mm) is ideal for delicate jewellery, bead embroidery and detailed decorations, where the precision of the workmanship and depth of colour really come into their own.
💎 Technical parameters
Size: 8/0
Bead diameter: approx. 2.9 mm
Hole diameter: approx. 0.8 mm
Shape: Round Rocaille
Effect: Striped – multicoloured striped appearance
Material: Glass
Manufacturer: Preciosa Ornela (Czech Republic)
Properties: smooth surface, brilliant lustre, uniform shape, high colour fastness
Packaging: 20 g (approx. 850–950 pieces) or 50 g (approx. 2,100 pieces)
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🎨 Uses and creative possibilities
• Jewellery: ideal for delicate bracelets, earrings, pendants and intricate designs
• Bead embroidery: smaller size allows for precise embroidery and detailed patterns
• Decorations: suitable for small decorations, pendants and combinations with cut or pressed beads
• Seasonal crafts:
– Christmas decorations – small stars, icicles, little angels, Christmas baubles
– Easter decorations – beaded eggs, spring decorations, wreaths
💡 This size 8/0 (2.9 mm) is the ideal choice for finer work, where the natural lustre and colour variety of the striped effect really come into their own. It is very popular for making poinsettias and detailed bead motifs.
🎨 Colours, finishes and effects
• Colour variants: combination of matt, transparent and opaque shades with colour stripes
• Effects: metallic, mother-of-pearl, AB (iridescent) and metallised variants
• Surface treatments: standard, refined and special
• Appearance: brilliant lustre, smooth edges, perfect uniformity
Each bead is carefully inspected to ensure the lustre, shape and intensity of the colour stripes.
💚 Why choose Preciosa STRIPED 8/0 (2.9 mm) from GB Creative
• Traditional Czech production – Preciosa Ornela, Jablonec nad Nisou
• Original striped effect made from multicoloured glass
• Precise workmanship, smooth surface and uniform shape
• Perfect for fine jewellery, embroidery and seasonal crafts
• Proven quality – GB Creative
🛒 Buy Preciosa STRIPED 8/0 (2.9 mm) online
Choose Preciosa STRIPED 8/0 (2.9 mm) seed beads in the GB Creative e-shop – Czech glass beads with a unique striped effect for jewellery, embroidery, decorations and Christmas and Easter crafts.
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