Preciosa Ornela 11/0 seed beads in opaque turquoise blue, sold by the hank, cut from glass tube in Bohemia, Czechia — a reliable workhorse color that earns its bestseller status.
The matte finish knocks the shine down to a soft, chalky surface that makes the turquoise read warm and earthy rather than bright or flashy.
Specifications
- Size: 11/0
- Color: Op Turquoise Blue Matte (opaque)
- Finish: Opaque/Matte
- Material: Glass, made in Bohemia, Czechia
- Quantity: 1 Hank
What to make with them
Size 11/0 is the go-to for peyote, brick stitch, and loom work where tight, even coverage matters — this particular blue pulls well in Southwestern-inspired patterns, coastal color palettes, and vintage-style seed bead jewelry where a muted turquoise does the heavy lifting.
Description
Preciosa Ornela Traditional Czech glass seed beads (rocailles) in size 11/0. Each bead measures approximately 2.1 mm across with a 0.70 mm (approx.) hole. These round seed beads are made using Preciosa's tube-cutting and hot-polishing process, which gives them a gently rounded shape and consistent hole size that works beautifully for loom work, off-loom bead weaving, bead embroidery, and general stringing projects. Use them anywhere you need classic Czech rocailles—from intricate peyote and brick stitch to fringe, edging, and multi-strand designs. Not a toy. Not intended for children under 15 years. Seed beads should be kept away from small children due to the risk of swallowing or inhalation.
- Article Number332-39858-11/0-63030
- BrandPreciosa Ornela
- Origin/RegionBohemia, Czechia
- MaterialGlass
- FinishOpaque/Matte
- Finish VisualsSpecial Opaque/Matte finish.
- Finish Durability2 - Durable (good for regular wear with normal care)
- Color FamilyBlues
- Qty per PackRetail Quantity
- Seed Bead SizeSize 11/0
- Size2.0 - 2.2 mm
- Hole Size0.7