These Preciosa Ornela 1/0 black matte seed beads from Bohemia, Czechia are among the largest seed bead sizes available, cut from glass tube and measuring 6.3–6.8 mm — a serious workhorse for makers who want bold scale and deep, flat color. You get 8 strands per pack, so there's plenty to commit to a substantial project.
The opaque matte finish delivers a solid, non-translucent black with no shine or reflection — graphic and stark in the best way, with a velvety surface that reads as intentional rather than understated.
Specifications
- Size: 01/0
- Color: Black Matte 8 Strings (opaque)
- Finish: Opaque
- Material: Glass, made in Bohemia, Czechia
- Quantity: 8 Strands
What to make with them
At this size, they're well suited for chunky loom-woven bands, large-scale peyote cuffs, and strung statement necklaces where the bead itself carries the visual weight. They also work well alongside fiber, leather, or metal findings in mixed-media work where a flat black anchor color ties everything together.
Description
Preciosa Ornela Traditional Czech glass seed beads (rocailles) in size 01/0. Each bead measures approximately 6.6 mm across with a 2.00 mm 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 Number332-39541-1/0-23980
- BrandPreciosa Ornela
- Origin/RegionBohemia, Czechia
- MaterialGlass
- FinishOpaque
- Finish VisualsSolid, non-translucent color for strong, graphic designs.
- Finish Durability2 - Durable (good for regular wear with normal care)
- Color FamilyGreys and Blacks
- Qty per PackBulk Quantity
- Seed Bead SizeSize 01/0
- Size6.3 - 6.8 mm
- Hole Size2