Matubo™ Round 8/0 - N. 229 - Turquoise Blue Mat

A serene turquoise blue with a velvety matte finish offers the perfect canvas for your next intricate jewelry masterpiece. These Matubo™ Round 8/0 beads are renowned for their exceptional uniformity and oversized holes, making them the ideal companion for complex Matubo SuperDuo beads patterns where precision and multiple thread passes are paramount. The soft, non-reflective surface of these Czech glass beads adds a modern, sophisticated touch to any beadweaving project, ensuring your handmade necklaces and bracelets look professional and artistically refined.

Lush, sky-inspired tones in this round seed bead size beautifully complement vibrant siam red for a striking contrast, or can be paired with teal for a harmonious, ocean-inspired gradient. For a more understated look, try combining them with a neutral bronze accent to ground the brightness of the turquoise. Because these Matubo beads are meticulously pressed rather than cut, they maintain a consistent shape that is essential for structured jewelry making techniques like the cellini spiral or layered weaving, where every millimeter counts toward a perfect finish.

For best results and longevity in your creations, use a high-quality Nymo thread along with beading needles size 10-12 to ensure smooth movement through the generous 1.2 mm hole. This wide opening is particularly advantageous for demanding designs that require the needle and thread to pass through the bead hole several times without the risk of cracking the glass. For heavy-duty projects or structural 3D beadwork, choose S-lon FIRE for its incredible strength, providing a secure and permanent foundation for these premium turquoise blue mat components.

Approximate bead count per package:
5 g package contains approx. 150 beads