Beads
Beads are the foundation of countless jewelry designs, offering a wide range of materials, shapes, sizes, colors, textures, and finishes for creating everything from subtle accents to statement pieces. This collection brings together beads made from gemstones, glass, crystal, metal, acrylic, wood, and other materials, giving jewelry designers access to different visual and structural qualities within one category.
Material, size, shape, hole size, weight, and finish can all influence how a bead performs in a finished design. Round beads create rhythm and consistency, while faceted, geometric, irregular, and specialty shapes introduce texture and dimension. Different bead types can be combined to create contrast, coordinate color palettes, or balance weight and proportion. Whether designing bracelets, necklaces, earrings, or mixed-material pieces, understanding these characteristics helps designers select beads that support both the appearance and construction of their jewelry.
Smooth Cloudy Quartz
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesSmooth Cloudy Quartz. 15" Strand
16x36mm Faceted Glass Focal Beads – Large Oval Crystal Beads for Jewelry Making - One Bead
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Create dazzling statement jewelry with these 16x36mm faceted glass focal beads. Each bead is cut with multiple facets for maximum s...
View full details13x40mm Agate Focal Beads – Pink Splash & Purple Mix, Polished Gemstone Tube Beads (Sold by the Piece)
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesBrighten your jewelry collection with these 13x40mm Oval Barrel Agate Beads, available in two vibrant variants: • Pink Splash – Light pink base wit...
View full detailsBrown Coconut Heishi Beads | 16 Inch Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Brown Coconut Heishi Beads. Available in 2 sizes: 2x10mm and 3x12mm. 10mm Brown Coconut Beads have over 175 heishi beads and the s...
View full details14mm African Glass Spacer Disc Beads | Krobo glass spacer beads | Multiple colors | DIY Jewelry Designs | 10 pieces
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesHandcrafted 14mm Krobo glass disc beads from Africa, perfect for adding vibrant color and cultural flair to your jewelry designs. Each set includes...
View full details11mm African Recycled Glass | Rondelle Donut Beads | 11mm Fused Glass Rondelles Spacer Beads | Ghana Fair Trade | DIY Jewelry Supplies
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Beautiful African Fair Trade recycled glass rondelle beads! These transparent colored donut recycled glass beads are made in Ghana ...
View full details40mm White Tibetan Agate Barrel Focal Bead – Etched Pattern – 1 Piece
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesCreate a striking focal point with these 40mm White Tibetan Agate Focal Beads, featuring a soft neutral stone accented by bold white Tibetan-style ...
View full details10x30mm Banded Agate Focal Beads – Barrel Gemstones in Assorted Colors (Sold by the Piece)
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesDiscover the beauty of natural patterns with these 10x30mm banded agate focal beads, available in six striking colorways: brown, pink, green, purpl...
View full details40mm Banded Agate Focal Beads | 12x40mm Barrel Shape Bead | Beautiful Fuchsia Gemstone Beads | DIY Jewelry |1 Piece
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this itemAgate stones are often crystals of strength and courage, they enhance our mental functions, they keep us sharp of mind and clear of ...
View full details29-31mm Orange Coral Pave Focals
Alter Ego Beading Supplies29-31mm Orange Coral Pave Focals. Super cute! The size range between 29mm -31mm in height and approximately 17mm in thickness. This listing is for...
View full detailsSmokey Quartz Glass Rondelle Crystals
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesSmokey Quartz Glass Rondelle Crystals. Available in 8x10mm and 9x12mm. The 8x10mm is a 16" strand and has approximately 54 beads per strand. The 9x...
View full details14mm African Powder Disc Beads
Alter Ego Beading Supplies14mm African Powder Disc Beads. These are available in 6 colors: Cream, Olive, Light Gray, Dark Gray, Orange, and Royal Blue. This listing is for a...
View full details9x14mm Faceted Gray Labradorite
Alter Ego Beading Supplies9x14mm Faceted Gray Labradorite Barrel Beads. Sold by the Strand
Silver Trim Turquoise Magnesite Nugget Connectors
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesSilver Trim Turquoise Magnesite Nugget ConnectorsSize range from 30mm-35mm
6mm Faceted Brown Jade
Alter Ego Beading Supplies6mm Faceted Brown Jade. 15” Strand
Smooth Black Rhodonite Gemstone Beads | Healing Properties | Pink and Black Gemstone Beads | 12mm, 10mm, & 6mm | DIY Jewelry Designs
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Rhodonite beads are rosy pink with a black matrix. Rhodonite is a very strong stone that helps reduce and suppress anxiety. This...
View full detailsAfrican Glass Beads | Humility and Strength | Multiple Colors | DIY Jewelry Supplies | Dwennimmen Glass Beads | African Recycled Glass Beads
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item African glass beads for handmade jewelry and other arts and crafts. Available Colors: Brown & Cream with Green Stripe, Black ...
View full details10x12mm Faceted Lampwork Glass Rondelle Beads – 15” Strand - Multiple Colors - One Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this Item Add a pop of color and texture to your jewelry creations with these 10x12mm faceted lampwork glass rondelle beads. Each 15” strand ...
View full details12mm Matte Agate Gemstone Beads – Multicolor Round Beads for Jewelry Making, 15” Strand - One Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Add a bold pop of color and texture to your designs with these 12mm matte agate gemstone beads. Each 15” strand features approximat...
View full details10x30mm Fire Agate Focal Beads – Multicolor, Blue-White & Purple-Yellow Barrel Gemstones (Sold by the Piece)
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesIgnite your creativity with these vibrant 10x30mm fire agate focal beads, available in two stunning color options: blue purple and fuchsia, and go...
View full details10mm Smooth Multicolor Fire Agate Gemstone Beads | Agate Gemstone Beads | Multicolor Agate | DIY Jewelry Designs | 15" Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout This Item 10mm Multicolor Fire Agate Gemstone Beads – Smooth Round Beads for Jewelry Making (1 Strand, 15 Inch, Approx. 38 Beads) Add vibrant...
View full details18x30mm Faceted Agate Gemstone Focal Beads | Agate Barrel Beads | Focal Bead | DIY Jewelry Designs | 1 Bead
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout This Item 18x30mm in size. Hole size is 1mm. Beautiful hues of green, natural white, and a hint of orange. Agate, common semiprecious silica...
View full detailsNatural Green Calcite Gemstone Beads – Smooth Round – 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm – 15” Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Bring a touch of nature’s beauty to your jewelry designs with these natural green calcite gemstone beads. Featuring soothing shades...
View full details35mm Natural Mookaite Gemstone Bead | Flower Shape Bead | Beautiful Natural Red Yellow Brown Colors | Mookaite Jasper Gemstone Beads | One Bead
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Guaranteed 100% natural gemstone. Stunning natural Mookaite Jasper gemstones. Beautiful natural multicolor, red, yellow, brown, a...
View full details30mm Faceted Agate Focal Beads | Gray and Brown Agate | 15x30mm Focals | DIY Jewelry Supplies
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Agate stones are often crystals of strength and courage, they enhance our mental functions, they keep us sharp of mind and clear o...
View full details12mm Smooth Round Malachite Beads | Malachite | Green and Black Swirl | 15" Strand || DIY Jewelry Designs
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Green and Black imitation Malachite beads. Available in 12mm. Polished finish. 15" Strand. Approximately 33 beads per strand. Gr...
View full detailsTerracotta Clay Beads
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesTerracotta Clay Beads. Sold Individually
10mm Smooth Fire Agate Gemstone Beads – 15” Strand (Approx. 38 Beads) - One Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Bring serene elegance to your jewelry creations with these 10mm smooth Fire Agate gemstone beads. Each 15-inch strand features appr...
View full details12mm Smooth Golden Yellow Agate Gemstone Beads – 15” Strand, Approx. 32 Beads per Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Add vibrant warmth to your designs with these 12mm smooth golden yellow agate gemstone beads. Each 15” strand includes approximatel...
View full details14x40mm Purple & Yellow Agate Focal Beads – Polished Oval Barrel Gemstones (Sold by the Piece)
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAdd a bold, artistic touch to your jewelry designs with these 14x40mm purple and yellow agate focal beads. Each bead features a striking blend of d...
View full details14mm Smooth Agate Gemstone Beads –| Pink and Yellow Multicolor Beads for Jewelry Making | 15" Strand (Approx. 28 Beads)
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesEnhance your jewelry designs with the vibrant beauty of these 14mm Smooth Agate Gemstone Beads. Each 15" strand includes approximately 28 polished ...
View full details10mm Multicolor Agate Gemstone Beads | Smooth Round | 15" Strand for Jewelry Making | One Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAdd a vibrant splash of color to your designs with these 10mm multicolor agate gemstone beads. Each strand features smooth, round beads in a unique...
View full details12mm Beautiful Pumpkin Shape Agate Gemstone Beads | Pumpkin Shape Black Agate | DIY Jewelry Designs | 15" Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Create stunning DIY jewelry designs with our 12mm beautiful pumpkin shape agate gemstone beads. These shiny black beads feature a u...
View full details12mm Faceted Jade Gemstone Beads | Jade Gemstone Beads | Mint Green | 15” Strand | DIY Jewelry Designs
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Enhance your DIY jewelry creations with our premium 12mm faceted jade gemstone beads. Each strand of our lime green jade contains a...
View full details8mm Smooth Banded Agate Gemstone Beads | Blue and Purple Banded Agate | Mala | DIY Jewelry Designs | One Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Embrace the beauty of these 8mm smooth banded agate gemstone beads, with stunning hues of blue and purple. Perfect for creating you...
View full details10mm Faceted Mystic Plated Yellow Flower Iron Agate | Faceted Flower Agate | Mystic Plated | DIY Jewelry Designs | 15" Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Enhance your jewelry designs with our 10mm Faceted Mystic Plated Yellow Flower Iron Agate beads. Each 15" strand features approxima...
View full details8x12mm Faceted AAA Natural Tiger Eye gemstone bead | Faceted 8x12mm Rondelle Beads | Beautiful Natural Multicolor Tiger Eye Gemstone Bead | DIY Jewelry Designs | 15" Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Expertly crafted and stunningly beautiful, these 8x12mm faceted AAA natural tiger eye gemstone beads will elevate any DIY jewelry d...
View full details35-37mm Gray Banded Agate Focal Beads | Gray Agate | Banded Agate Focals | DIY Jewelry Supplies
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Agate stones are often crystals of strength and courage, they enhance our mental functions, they keep us sharp of mind and clear o...
View full details12mm Faceted Mother of Pearl Shell Beads | Faceted Mother of Pearl Shell Beads | 12mm Faceted Gold | DIY Jewelry Designs | 12mm Faceted Maroon | 34 Beads per Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Mother-of-pearl shell for jewelry refers to the nacre that coats the inside layer of the mollusk shell which is used to form pea...
View full details8mm Faceted Purple Jade Gemstone Beads | Stone Faceted Beads | Jade Round Beads for Jewelry Making | DIY Bracelets |15.5" Strand Approx. 50 Beads per strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout This Item The healing properties of agate are soothing and calming and harmonize both positive and negative energies. It works at its own ...
View full details8x12mm Faceted Labradorite Rondelle Gemstone Beads | Labradorite Rondelle Gemstone Beads | Rondelle Beads | 15” Strand | 49 Beads per Strand | DIY Jewelry Designs
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item AAA Top Quality Natural Labradorite. 12mm Faceted Rondelle Labradorite Gemstone Beads. Length: 38cm (15 inches). Labradorit...
View full details12mm Faceted Electroplated Yellow Fire Agate Gemstone Beads | Clear Coated Agate | Bright Yellow | DIY Gemstone Jewelry | 15” Strand 32 Beads per Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item 12mm Faceted Electroplated Yellow Agate (Clear Coated). High-quality beads, round beads with highly polished, faceted, shiny surfa...
View full details12mm Faceted Tibetan Agates Gemstone Beads | Round Loose Beads | 12mm | Jewelry DIY | 15" Strand 32 Beads per Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item It is said that Tibetan Agate is a great stone for all around healing. It is known to be good for healing and connecting the mind, ...
View full details6x10mm Sea Sediment Rondelles
Alter Ego Beading Supplies6x10mm Blue Sea Sediment Rondelles. 8” strand. Approximately 32 beads per strand. Hole size is 2.0mm. Available in blue and turquoise. This listing...
View full details14mm Krobo Handmade Round Glass Beads from Ghana Africa | Glass Beads | Striped Ghana Powder Glass Beads | Made from African Bottle Glass | Approx 46 pcs
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesAbout this item Imported directly from Ghana, Africa. Handmade from recycled powdered glass, these beads are not only stunning in person but eco-fr...
View full details8mm Smooth Jasper
Alter Ego Beading Supplies15” Strand
14mm Smooth Agate Rondelles
Alter Ego Beading Supplies10x14mm Smooth Green Fire Agate Rondelle Beads. 14" Strand. Approximately 38 beads per strand. This listing is for one strand of beads
12mm Faceted Tibetan Agate Gemstone Beads – Black & Ivory | 15-Inch Strand| One Strand
Alter Ego Beading SuppliesCreate bold, eye-catching jewelry designs with these beautiful 12mm Faceted Tibetan Agate Gemstone Beads. Featuring a striking black and ivory patt...
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