Bead Sizing
Please note that bead sizing is different than sequin sizing, in that the smaller the number, the larger the bead. For example, a 15/0 bead will be smaller than an 8/0 bead.
11/0 is considered the standard-sized seed bead. They are larger than 15/0 beads, and smaller than 8/0 beads.
| Bead | Size (mm) | Hole (mm) | Shop beads |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15/0 Round | 1.5 | 0.4 | Shop 15/0 glass seed beads |
| 15/0 Miyuki | 1.5 | 0.7 | Shop 15/0 Miyuki beads |
| 11/0 Round | 2.1 | 0.65 | 11/0 Glass Beads |
| 11/0 Delica | 1.6 | 0.8 | Shop 11/0 Delica beads |
| 11/0 Miyuki | 2 | 0.8 | Shop 11/0 Miyuki beads |
| 11/0 2-cut | 2.1 | 0.65 | Browse 2-cut glass beads |
| 10/0 Delica | 2.3 | 1 | Shop 10/0 Delica beads |
| 8/0 Round | 3 | 0.8 | Browse 8/0 glass seed beads |
| 8/0 Miyuki | 3 | 1.1 | Shop 8/0 Miyuki beads |
| 6/0 Miyuki | 4 | 1.5 | Shop 6/0 Miyuki beads |
| #2 Bugle | 4.5 | 0.8 | Shop 4.5 mm bugle beads |
| #3 Twist Bugle | 6 | 0.8 | Shop 6 mm twist bugle beads |