PRECIOSA Pip™ N. 3 - 5x7mm - White Alabaster

White Alabaster glass provides a clean, milky base for intricate dimensional beadwork, characterized by the unique core-centered hole and petal-like silhouette. These Preciosa Pip™ beads are manufactured using traditional Czech pressed glass techniques, ensuring a consistent 0.8mm hole that allows for multiple thread passes through the bead. Their asymmetrical, flattened teardrop shape is specifically engineered for layering, where they can be stacked or fanned out to create complex textures and organic shapes in high-end jewelry designs. These components belong to the Les Perles par Puca® collection, designed by French artist Annick Puca, and are known as Pip® par Puca®.

• Versatile 5x7mm dimensions for delicate floral accents
• Compatible with various bead weaving and embroidery techniques
• Smooth, polished surface for a professional jewelry finish
• Robust glass material with deep-rooted Czech craftsmanship
• Ideal for creating interlocking 3D patterns and scale effects

Precision-pressed shapes like these integrate seamlessly with other geometric components, specifically when you use Preciosa Twin beads to form a structural base for the petals. The 02010 color code represents a classic alabaster finish, offering a soft opacity that avoids the harshness of pure optic white while maintaining a bright, professional look. Due to their flat profile, they sit flush against foundation fabrics in bead embroidery or nestle perfectly between seed beads in circular weaving patterns.

Floral and relief applications benefit significantly from the way Preciosa Chilli beads interact with the Pip's unique curvature to build realistic botanical motifs. For a striking contrast, pair with jet black or metallic silver to emphasize the clean lines of the petal shape. Professional beaders often utilize S-lon FIRE thread to maintain structural integrity, ensuring that the alignment of each Pip® par Puca® component remains stable throughout the life of the jewelry piece.