Matubo™ Round 7/0 - N. 118 - Opal Amber White Luster

Frustrated by small seed beads that make stringing onto thicker cords a struggle? These 3.5mm Matubo™ Round 7/0 glass beads offer a generous 1.6 mm hole, providing the ideal solution for designers who enjoy working with leather, macrame cords, or thicker textiles without sacrificing the high-quality look of Czech glass. The increased hole size allows for effortless threading while maintaining the structural integrity of your jewelry designs.

Amber shades in this opal finish capture the warmth of a sunset, featuring a delicate luster that adds a sophisticated, pearly glow to every surface. These beads are manufactured by Matubo using premium glass from top suppliers, ensuring the same precision and consistency found in their world-famous shaped components like Matubo SuperDuo or the smaller Matubo MiniDuo.

Whether you are creating chunky beaded bracelets or delicate woven textures, the rounded profile and uniform dimensions of these 7/0 seed beads ensure your patterns remain straight and professional. They pair exceptionally well with geometric shapes like Matubo GemDuo, allowing you to bridge the gap between different bead sizes while adding a rich pop of warm color to your layouts.

Vibrant orange hyacinth tones naturally energize a piece, especially when integrated into complex color stories. For a striking contrast, pair with cobalt blue tones, or create a more luxurious aesthetic by combining them with harmonious gold accents or a neutral accent of crystal clear beads. This specific amber white luster finish provides enough transparency to catch the light while remaining bold enough to stand out against darker backgrounds.

For best results in your bead weaving projects, we recommend using Nymo thread and beading needles size 10-12, which easily facilitate multiple thread passes through the bead for secure finishing. If your project requires extreme durability, S-lon FIRE is the perfect heavy-duty choice, though the versatile S-lon D thread remains a fantastic all-rounder for general stringing and crochet techniques.

Achieving professional results is easier when you have the right volume of materials, and a 5 g package of these Matubo™ Round 7/0 beads contains approximately 115 beads. This size is particularly popular for beginners and advanced crafters alike due to its visibility and ease of handling, making it a staple for everything from simple beaded earrings to elaborate statement necklaces.

Approximate bead count per package:
5 g package contains approx. 115 beads