Some explanations of some bead terms that we use throughout our website and catalog.
Ghost- Frosted Iridescent
Hank- A group of seed beads, usually from the Czech Republic, on strands tied together.
You usually get 12- 20 inch strands of beads in a hank with several exceptions.
Three cuts, both 9/0's and 12/0's, there are 10 strands with a total of 3,000 beads.
Lumi- Color coating (over crystal) that makes beads look brighter then the regular transparent colors.
Magic- The Magic finish is double Vitrail coating then dyed. Does not fade and very vibrant coloring!
Miyuki- One of the three Japanese Bead factories which create fantastically beautiful beads.
Opaque Beads- Solid Color beads where light does not pass through.
Preciosa- A bead factory in the Czech Republic known for making beautiful beads and responsible for our fantastic bead habits.
Supra- Semi Frosted Pearl
Tint- A high quality dying process that is much better than regular dyed beads, usually will last several years.
Toho- One of the three Japanese Bead factories which create fantastically beautiful beads.
Transparent Beads- Glass beads that allows light to pass through.
Vega- A heavy Purplish Gold Luster finish.