| Inches to
Millimeters |
| Inches |
Millimeters |
| 1/16 in. |
1.5mm |
| 1/8 in. |
3mm |
| 1/4 in |
6mm |
| 3/8 in |
9mm |
| 1/2 in |
12mm |
| 5/8 in |
15mm |
| 3/4 in |
18.5mm |
| 7/8 in |
22mm |
| 1 in |
25mm |
Remember that this is a close approximation. Screen resolution and monitor size
will affect how you view the chart.
|
| How many beads
per inch |
| Bead Size |
Per Inch |
7" |
16" |
24" |
32" |
36" |
| 3mm |
8.25 |
57 |
132 |
200 |
265 |
288 |
| 4mm |
6.25 |
43 |
100 |
150 |
200 |
225 |
| 5mm |
5.00 |
35 |
82 |
124 |
160 |
180 |
| 6mm |
4.25 |
28 |
67 |
100 |
132 |
153 |
| 7mm |
3.50 |
24 |
57 |
85 |
114 |
126 |
| 8mm |
3.25 |
22 |
50 |
75 |
100 |
112 |
| 10mm |
2.50 |
18 |
40 |
60 |
80 |
90 |
| 12mm |
2.00 |
15 |
33 |
50 |
66 |
72 |
| 14mm |
1.75 |
13 |
29 |
43 |
56 |
63 |
| 16mm |
1.50 |
11 |
25 |
38 |
50 |
54 |
| 18mm |
1.25 |
10 |
23 |
34 |
45 |
50 |
| 20mm |
1.20 |
8 |
20 |
29 |
38 |
43 |
Remember to allow for the length of your clasp. If you use spacer beads or mix
sizes, this chart may not be accurate.
|
| Seed Bead Sizing |
Seed beads are sized in aughts, which are different than millimeters. The most
popular school of thought of the sizing of seed beads states that the size
(6/0) refers to the number of seed beads per inch (6 beads per inch). Another
sizing theory is that the size is based on the rod used to make the beads. The
larger the number, the smaller the bead (20 is small, 3 is large).
| Aught Size |
mm diameter |
beads per inch |
| 6/0 |
3.3 |
10 |
| 8/0 |
2.5 |
13 |
| 9/0 |
2.2 |
15 |
| 10/0 |
2.0 |
16 |
| 11/0 |
1.8 |
20 |
| 13/0 |
1.5 |
27 |
| 14/0 |
1.4 |
24 |
| 15/0 |
1.3 |
25 |
| delica |
1.8 |
20 |
|
| Birthstone Chart |
| Birth Month
|
Modern
|
Traditional
|
Mystical
|
| January |
Garnet |
Garnet |
Emerald |
| February |
Amethyst |
Amethyst |
Bloostone |
| March |
Aquamarine, Bloodstone |
Bloodstone |
Jade |
| April |
Diamond |
Diamond |
Opal |
| May |
Emerald |
Emerald |
Sapphire |
| June |
Pearl, Moonstone |
Alexandrite |
Moonstone |
| July |
Ruby |
Ruby |
Ruby |
| August |
Peridot |
Sardonyx |
Diamond |
| September |
Sapphire |
Sapphire |
Agate |
| October |
Opal, Tourmaline |
Tourmaline |
Jasper |
| November |
Yellow Topaz, Citrine |
Citrine |
Pearl |
| December |
Turquoise, Blue Zircon, Tanzanite |
Zircon, Lapis Lazuli |
Onyx |
|
| Thread, Cord and
Wire. |
Silk Bead Cord - is used for beads with smaller holes such as
freshwater pearls and beads under 5mm. You can add a designer look by using our
Tri-Cord knotter, and placing knots on either side of the pearl. Wide spectrum
of colors.
Nylon Bead Cord - is used as an all purpose bead cord. You can
use Beeswax to coat the cord to keep it from fraying and tangling when it is
repeatedly threaded through metal beads with sharp edges. Wide spectrum of
colors.
Using light colors against a dark bead will lighten that bead color... Dark
color cord will darken a light bead. Example: White cord with Garnet bead will
add to the luminosity of the bead.
Tiger Tail - is a commonly used stringing material, and does
not require a needle.
Beadalon - is our favorite stringing material. Unlike Tiger
Tail which can sometimes kink, Beadalon wire remains soft and pliable, even
when using the smaller beads. Beadalon is a multi-strand braided stainless
steel wire with a nylon coating.
C-Thru Translucent Cord - is perfect for stringing Austrian
Crystals, or any light colored bead when you don't want the cord to be visible.
Stretch Magic - is a flexible clear elastic cord. It is often
used for slip-on crystal bracelets, and is a beader's favorite as it only
requires a knot to finish.
Memory Wire - is a pre-coiled stainless steel wire that
retains it shape. Very popular for wine charm markers and bracelets.
Rattail - is a round, satin-like cord, often used to show off
one large pendant or centerpiece as it's beautiful colors beg to be seen.
Leather Cord - is always a popular stringing material as there
is no finishing required. Simply add a pendant or centerpiece, tie a bow and
go.
Plating (Standards and Abbreviations)
SC - Silver Color Metal
GC - Gold Color Metal
SP - Silver Plated Finish - over a base metal for a Sterling
Silver appearance.
GP - Gold Plated Finish - over a base metal for a 14K Gold
appearance.
SS - Sterling Silver - .925 actual silver content.
GF - Gold Filled - a layer of 12K or 14K Gold, milled to a
base metal for a long lasting gold appearance.
14K - .585 actual gold content.
18K - .750 actual gold content.
|
| Wire/Sheet Sizing
Charts |
| Wire Size Chart |
| B & S Gauge |
Decimal |
Millimeter |
| 12 |
.0811 |
2.06 |
| 14 |
.0630 |
1.60 |
| 16 |
.0512 |
1.30 |
| 18 |
.0394 |
1.0 |
| 20 |
.0323 |
.82 |
| 22 |
.0252 |
.64 |
| 24 |
.0197 |
.50 |
| 26 |
.0157 |
.40 |
| 28 |
.0118 |
.30 |
| Sheet Size Chart |
| B & S Gauge |
Decimal |
Millimeter |
| 16 |
.0512 |
1.30 |
| 18 |
.0394 |
1.00 |
| 20 |
.0323 |
.82 |
| 22 |
.0252 |
.64 |
| 24 |
.0197 |
.50 |
| 26 |
.0157 |
.10 |
| 28 |
.0118 |
.30 |
| 30 |
.0110 |
.25 |
Remember that this is a close approximation. Screen resolution and monitor size
will affect how you view our charts.
|
| Wire Size and
Temper |
Wire Gauges - In reference to wire gauge sizes, the larger the
number, the smaller the diameter of the wire.
26g - extra fine - for very small and delicate projects
24g - fine - for pearls & most gemstones - easy to work
with
22g - medium - fairly universal for glass beads, fits some
pearls and gemstones
20g - medium heavy - great for earwires, clasps or larger
beads
18g - heavy - often good for chainmaille or when you want a
heavier look
16g - heavy - often used as a base to wrap finer wires around
14g - heavy - often used as a base to wrap finer wire around
12g - very heavy - hard to work with, good for rings and
buckles
The most commonly used sizes for wire wrapping are 20 to 24g.
Wire Temper - Measures the amount of spring in the wire.
Soft - Has no spring when you bend it. Good for making wire
beads.
Half-Hard - Has some spring, but is still malleable. Good for
basic wirework. Hold its shape well.
|
| Hot Fix Crystal
Guidelines |
| Temperature Guidelines in Seconds |
| Fabrics |
120??C
250??F
|
130??C
265??F
|
140??C
285??F
|
150??C
300??F
|
160??C
320??F
|
170??C
340??F
|
| Cotton |
15 |
13 |
11 |
9 |
7 |
5 |
| Linen |
15 |
13 |
11 |
9 |
7 |
5 |
| Wool |
25 |
22 |
19 |
16 |
13 |
10 |
| Denim |
25 |
23 |
21 |
18 |
15 |
12 |
| Lycra |
25 |
21 |
17 |
13 |
9 |
5 |
| Silk |
14 |
13 |
11 |
9 |
7 |
5 |
Recommendations: Pressure: medium; Ironing aids: Teflon
Please note that the temperature/time combinations shown in the above table are
guidelines only. Always carry out tests before starting on the actual piece in
order to find the best settings for your design.
How To Care:
Here are some basic guidelines to follow when caring for fabric with Xilion
Rose Hotfix.
Before Washing - Turn the garment inside out. Be sure to use a
gentle wash cycle and a mild washing powder or liquid. To make sure that the
crystals are not harmed during the wash, protect them with a soft, washing bag.
Before Drying - Turn the garment inside out. Use a low
temperature and a gentle drying cycle. To make sure that the crystals are not
harmed during the drying cycle, protect them with a soft washing bag.
When Pressing - Set the warmed iron to
"Wool/Silk/Polyester/Viscose" Protect the clothing with a piece of cloth as a
buffer between the fabric and the iron. Be careful when ironing, because if the
iron is on for too long it can reheat the glue on the Hotfix crystals.
Dry Cleaning - garments with Hotfix crystals can be
dry-cleaned.
Do Not Use Chlorine Bleach
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