These are Preciosa Ornela 1/0 seed beads in opaque light red — cut from glass tube in Bohemia, Czechia, and sold by the strand, they bring serious scale (6.3–6.8 mm) to any project that calls for a bold, graphic punch of color.
The opaque finish delivers a solid, non-translucent red with no light bleed-through, so the color reads strong and flat — exactly what you want when contrast and graphic impact are the point.
Specifications
- Size: 01/0
- Color: Reds (opaque)
- Finish: Opaque
- Material: Glass, made in Bohemia, Czechia
- Quantity: 1 Strand
What to make with them
At 6.3–6.8 mm, these chunky rocailles are well-suited for statement necklaces, wide loom-woven cuffs, and fiber work like kumihimo or macramé where a large bead creates real visual weight; their durability rating also makes them a solid choice for everyday jewelry that sees regular wear.
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 NumberROCAILLE #93190 1/0
- 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 FamilyReds
- Qty per PackRetail Quantity
- Seed Bead SizeSize 01/0
- Size6.3 - 6.8 mm
- Hole Size2