Seed Bead Sizes

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What is the most commonly used size of seed bead?

Seed Bead Sizes

Seed beads come in sizes ranging from 5/0 to 28/0. The smaller the number, the larger the bead…28/0 would be VERY small and very hard to bead with! 11/0 are the most commonly used size. In an 11/0 size, you need to string about 16 or 17 beads to make an inch.

Seed beads in the 6/0 size (about 4mm wide) are also called "E beads".

   

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