- What size wire or cord fits these beads?
- The hole is about 1mm, so use thin beading wire, nylon thread, fine headpins or 0.5mm elastic at most. Thick cord, leather and most standard elastic will not pass through.
- Are the colors picked at random?
- Yes. They come as a mixed-color assortment, so the shades in a pack vary. If a project needs one exact color, this mix is not the right choice.
- Can I use them for earrings?
- Yes. At about 8x10mm they are light enough for dangle earrings and small enough for delicate designs. Use thin headpins or wire, since the hole is narrow.
- Are they glass or plastic?
- They are transparent glass with a faceted cut. That gives them more sparkle and a bit more weight than plastic beads of the same size.
- How do I keep the wing tips from chipping?
- Handle them over a tray and avoid over-tightening wire against the wings. Store them so they do not knock against harder beads or tools.
- Do they work for kids' crafts?
- They can, but the small size and 1mm hole suit older children and adults better. The beads are a choking hazard for young children.
- Where is the Transparent Glass Beads, Faceted, Butterfly, Mixed Color, 8x10x5.5mm, Hole: 1mm cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $2.96, as of our latest check.