TOHO - Round 11/0 N. 113 - Silver-lined Sapphire

Sapphire blue glass serves as the foundation for these premium components, providing a rich, oceanic tone that remains vibrant throughout the life of a finished jewelry piece. The depth of color achieved in Japanese kilns ensures a professional aesthetic that is highly sought after by designers worldwide.

Precision manufacturing in Japan ensures that every individual unit is identical, allowing for the mathematical accuracy required in advanced bead weaving patterns. This uniformity is the result of decades of refining glass-cutting techniques to maintain strict tolerances in diameter and thickness.

Beaders specializing in peyote stitch, brick stitch, or loom work rely on the consistent shape of TOHO seed beads to create flat, even surfaces without the need for constant culling. The Round 11/0 size is the industry standard for detailed patterns where structural integrity and visual balance are paramount.

The silver-lined finish adds a layer of metallic brilliance inside the transparent glass, reflecting light back through the sapphire layers. This internal coating creates a glowing, multi-dimensional appearance that shifts and sparkles as the jewelry moves.

Combining these Japanese glass beads with other shapes like TOHO Treasure or Bugle beads opens up diverse architectural possibilities in 3D weaving and structural embroidery. The TOHO ecosystem is designed so that different shapes work in harmony, maintaining a cohesive design language across various textures.

Large internal holes are a hallmark of this manufacturer, specifically designed to accommodate multiple passes of thread for secure and complex jewelry making designs. This feature makes them particularly suitable for herringbone and right angle weave techniques where thread management is critical.