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Read more74SB298 TAR: CZ Twin 2-H Terra Trans Pearl Lilac 2.5x5 50GM is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Preciosa Ornela Czech glass Twin beads in a transparent pearl lilac, coated with a Terra finish — two parallel holes in a 2.5x5mm form that opens up structural beadweaving possibilities most single-hole beads simply can't match. This 50g bag gives you serious working quantity for larger or repeat projects. Preciosa rates this finish 4 (low resistance) for durability, so avoid friction, chemicals and prolonged skin contact, and choose it for pieces that aren't handled much.
The Terra coating lays an earthy, ceramic-like surface over the transparent lilac glass beneath, so the color reads as soft and luminous while the finish keeps things grounded and tactile rather than glossy.
Twin beads are built for techniques like Ndebele herringbone, SuperDuo-style lattice weaving, and two-hole brickwork where the dual holes let you lock rows together with real structural integrity — this lilac colorway works especially well in floral motifs, layered collar necklaces, and cuff bracelets where you want color depth without high shine.
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Preciosa Ornela presents their new, exclusive Czech two-hole PRECIOSA Twin™ Seed Bead. Twin, a new seed bead from the PRECIOSA Traditional Czech Beads brand, offers so much more in the realm of creative possibilities than other seed beads. The oval shape of the new two-hole seed bead has dimensions of 2.5x5mm and it's available in two glass materials: crystal and black, with a wide range of durable color finishes to choose from. More holes combined with the broad color selection means infinite new and exciting design combinations.
Expect to receive approximately 18,900 beads per kilogram.
74SB298 TAR: CZ Twin 2-H Terra Trans Pearl Lilac 2.5x5 50GM is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.