Seed Beads Sizing 101
What 11/0, 8/0 and 15/0 actually mean, a working seed bead size chart, Czech vs. Japanese beads, and which thread, needle, and size to reach for on your next project.
Read more8SD109-MR: DBL-0310 Delica Opaque Black Matte 8/0 - 8GM is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Miyuki's 8/0 Delica beads bring the same precision-tube-cut consistency the brand is known for to a larger, chunkier scale — and this opaque matte black colorway means that consistency comes in the most versatile neutral in a maker's toolkit.
The matte finish absorbs light rather than reflecting it, giving the black a flat, velvety depth that reads as quietly bold rather than flashy.
The 2.8–3.2 mm size makes these a natural choice for bead weaving projects where you want more visual weight — think wide-cuff Ndebele or herringbone bracelets — and their uniform shape also makes them reliable spacers or outline beads in loom work where crisp edges matter.
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Miyuki Delica beads are superior quality machine made Japanese seed beads. Japanese seed beads are known for their uniform size and cut consistency standards, which makes them excellent beads for bead weaving and looming. Delica seed beads are cylinder or tube shaped while Czech rocaille seed beads are round.
Size 8/0 Miyuki Delica beads measure about 3mm in diameter and are sold per gram. Expect to receive about 246 beads per 8 gram tube.
8SD109-MR: DBL-0310 Delica Opaque Black Matte 8/0 - 8GM is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.