10 Amethyst Millefiori Tablet Glass Beads (10mm)

Description

Amethyst Millefiori Beads

These amethyst millefiori beads measure 10mm across and 2.5mm thick. Each flat tablet bead is made from glass with hand-patterned floral designs on both faces. The purple tones range from soft lilac to deeper violet shades. You get 10 beads in this pack.

• Size: 10mm diameter, 2.5mm thick
• Hole size: 1mm threading hole
• Quantity: 10 beads per pack
• Material: Flat tablet glass beads with millefiori patterning
• Colour: Amethyst purple with floral designs
• Style: Traditional millefiori technique with rose patterns

The compact 10mm size suits dangle earrings, charm bracelets and simple necklaces. Thread them onto head pins for earring drops or wire them into multi-strand designs. They work well paired with sterling silver findings or mixed with other glass beads in matching purple tones. The 1mm hole accepts most beading wire, thin leather cord and 20-22 gauge head pins.

Millefiori means ‘thousand flowers’ in Italian. Each bead is made by heating patterned glass rods in a furnace and fusing them together. The technique originated in 15th century Murano. Store these beads away from direct sunlight to preserve the colours. Wipe clean with a soft cloth if needed.