Preciosa Ornela Czech glass Twin beads in Terra Opaque Purple bring a two-hole, 2.5x5mm pressed format cut from glass tube — giving you precise, consistent geometry that structured bead-weaving patterns genuinely depend on. The 50g quantity means you have enough to commit to a serious project without rationing.
The Terra coating lays a durable, matte-earthy finish over a deep opaque purple, landing somewhere between a hand-thrown ceramic glaze and a sun-warmed stone — rich in color but grounded rather than glossy.
Specifications
- Size: 02.5x05mm
- Color: Purples (opaque)
- Finish: Terra Coated/Pearl
- Material: Glass, made in Bohemia, Czechia
- Quantity: 50g
What to make with them
Twin beads are built for two-needle techniques like Ndebele herringbone, SuperDuo-style ladder stitches, and interlocking flat peyote panels where that second hole locks rows together with satisfying precision. They also work beautifully in bead-embroidery cuffs and collar necklaces where the flat profile sits flush against a backing and the earthy purple reads as an intentional, artisan-forward color choice.
Description
Preciosa Ornela Traditional Czech glass seed beads (rocailles) in size 02.5x05mm. 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 Number321-96001-2.5/5mm-16328
- BrandPreciosa Ornela
- Origin/RegionBohemia, Czechia
- MaterialGlass
- FinishTerra Coated/Pearl
- Finish VisualsDurable Terra coating that gives an earthy, artisan ceramic feel.
- Finish Durability1 - Very durable (best for everyday wear and frequent use)
- Color FamilyPurples
- Qty per PackRetail Quantity
- Seed Bead Size02.5x05mm
- Size2.5x5mm