- What size wire or cord fits these beads?
- The hole is about 1mm, so they take thin beading wire, head pins and fine cord. Thicker cord, leather and most elastic threads will not pass through.
- Are these beads gold or brass colored?
- They are a golden metal color over a brass body. The finish is plated or polished, so it can dull with wear and contact with perfume or water.
- Can I use them for earrings?
- Yes. The 1mm hole fits head pins and eye pins, and the rondelle shape works as a cap or accent above a drop bead. Check that your pin gauge is thin enough.
- How many beads do I need for a bracelet?
- It depends on your pattern. As a rough guide, a 7-inch bracelet using one spacer between each main bead needs about 10 to 14 spacers, plus extras for breakage.
- Will the rhinestones stay in place?
- They are set into the metal and generally hold, but glued stones can loosen with flexing, washing or dropping. Handle gently and avoid soaking the jewelry.
- Are these a spacer or a main bead?
- They are a spacer. At 5mm they are meant to sit between larger beads or act as a small accent, not as the focal point of a design.
- Where is the Brass Rhinestone Spacer Beads, Grade A, Crystal, Straight Flange, Rondelle, Golden Metal Color, 5x2.5mm, Hole: 1mm cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $11.99, as of our latest check.