Seed Beads Sizing 101
What 11/0, 8/0 and 15/0 actually mean, a working seed bead size chart, Czech vs. Japanese beads, and which thread, needle, and size to reach for on your next project.
Read more8SB998-PL: CZ Seed Bead Permalux Purple 8/0 Loose is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Preciosa Ornela 8/0 seed beads in Permalux Purple are cut from glass tube in Bohemia, Czechia, giving each rocaille a faceted edge that catches light differently than a standard round bead. The PermaLux pearl coating carries a durability rating of 2, good for regular wear with normal care.
The PermaLux Pearl Coating lays a soft, lustrous sheen over the purple glass, giving the color a depth that reads rich and moody rather than flat or glassy.
At 2.8–3.2 mm, these 8/0s are a workhorse size for bead weaving patterns like peyote and brick stitch where you want visible color saturation without bulk. They're also well-suited for stringing layered bracelet or necklace designs where the pearlized purple reads as a cohesive, jewel-toned element alongside metallics or neutrals.
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Rocaille Seed Beads are squat and rounded in shape, they're slightly wider around than they are tall.
8/0 Seed beads measure approximately 3.1 millimeters. Expect to receive about 2960 beads per hank. Always be certain to purchase a few more beads than you expect to need to avoid finding yourself a day late and a bead short. Czech glass seed beads exhibit superior quality, outstanding uniformity, and exceptional breadth of assortment, making them the perfect choice for any beading project!
Some metallic, coated, and galvanized beads are not colorfast. Test for colorfastness before use. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight and chemicals. Remove jewelry before washing and bathing. Hand wash with water or mild soap if you must clean embroidery.
8SB998-PL: CZ Seed Bead Permalux Purple 8/0 Loose is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.