Plastic and resin beads

Discover our selection of plastic and resin beads for creating colorful and trendy DIY jewelry. Lightweight, durable, and available in a wide variety of shapes, colors, and effects, they are ideal for making bracelets, necklaces, earrings, children's jewelry, and creations inspired by current trends.

Perles cœur polymère multicolore heishi 9mm, Perles plastique coeur, le fil de 34cm G7200

Multicolored polymer heart beads heishi 9mm, plastic heart beads, 34cm thread G7200

Regular price5,99€

Perles polymère tube bleu 6.5mm, fabrication bijoux heishi 6.5mm plastique,le fil de 40cm G7199

Blue tube polymer beads 6.5mm, heishi jewelry making 6.5mm plastic, 40cm wire G7199

Regular price7,99€

Perles bourgeon fleur résine rose 8.5x7mm,perle , x10 (G7084)

Pink resin flower bud beads 8.5x7mm, bead, x10 (G7084)

Regular price6,99€

Perles polymère rouge heishi 6mm,fabrication bijoux, Perles plastique, perle heishi,perle disque, 6mm,le fil de 320 perles G5433

Red polymer heishi beads 6mm, jewelry making, plastic beads, heishi bead, disc bead, 6mm, strand of 320 beads G5433

Regular price4,99€

Perles polymère jaune heishi 6mm, fil de 40cm, x1 (G0769)

Yellow polymer heishi beads 6mm, 40cm thread, x1 (G0769)

Regular price2,99€

Perles polymère rose clair heishi 6mm,fabrication bijoux,Perles plastique,perle disque, 6mm,le fil de 380 perles G4422

Light pink polymer beads heishi 6mm, jewelry making, plastic beads, disc bead, 6mm, thread of 380 beads G4422

Regular price3,99€

Perles polymère multicolore heishi 6mm, Perles plastique, perle heishi,perle disque, fourniture créative,6mm,le fil de 320 perles G4515

Multicolored polymer heishi beads 6mm, plastic beads, heishi bead, disc bead, creative supply, 6mm, strand of 320 beads G4515

Regular price2,99€

perle indonesienne polymère rose strass et zamac doré,création bijou ethnique exotique, 19.5mm x1 G4751

Indonesian polymer pearl pink rhinestone and gold zamac, exotic ethnic jewelry creation, 19.5mm x1 G4751

Regular price4,99€

Perles polymère multicolore heishi 4mm, Perles plastique, perle heishi,perle disque, 4mm,le fil de 320 perles G3606

Multicolored polymer heishi beads 4mm, plastic beads, heishi bead, disc bead, 4mm, thread of 320 beads G3606

Regular price3,99€

Perle coquillage cauri plastique blanc nacré 18mm, x10 perles (G6434)

White pearly plastic cowrie shell bead 18mm, x10 beads (G6434)

Regular price3,99€

Perles coquillage acrylique multicolore 11.5mm, création de bijoux fantaisie plastique x20 G9029

Multicolored acrylic shell beads 11.5mm, plastic costume jewelry creation x20 G9029

Regular price1,19€

Perles disques polymère marron taupe 6mm,fabrication bijoux heishi plastique, le fil de 39,9cm G8684

Taupe brown polymer disc beads 6mm, plastic heishi jewelry making, 39.9cm wire G8684

Regular price2,99€

How to choose plastic or resin beads for DIY jewelry?

Plastic and resin beads offer almost infinite creative freedom thanks to the diversity of colors, visual effects, and shapes available. They allow you to create voluminous jewelry while maintaining a very light weight, which is particularly desirable for earrings and large necklaces.

Resin allows for marbled, pearlescent, transparent, glittery, or tortoiseshell effects that are highly sought after in contemporary creations. Acrylic beads, on the other hand, offer bright colors, excellent lightness, and good shock resistance.

Before choosing your beads, check their diameter as well as the diameter of the hole. Some beads are designed to be used with elastic thread, while others are better suited for beading wire, metal rods, or cords.

These beads are particularly suitable for colorful jewelry, summer creations, friendship bracelets, children's jewelry, and creations inspired by Y2K, pop, or bohemian trends.

To complete your creations, also discover our DIY jewelry beads, our DIY jewelry chainsand our jewelry findings.

FAQs

What is the difference between a resin bead and an acrylic bead?

Resin beads generally allow for more complex visual effects such as marbling, inclusions, tortoiseshell effects, or nuanced transparencies. Acrylic beads are often lighter, more uniform, and offer particularly vibrant colors. The choice primarily depends on the desired style and the intended look for the jewelry.

Are resin beads more durable than glass beads?

Resin beads are generally more resistant to impacts and drops than glass beads. They are also much lighter for the same diameter. However, glass often offers better scratch resistance and a more mineral shine. Resin beads are therefore particularly suitable for large jewelry or creations intended to be handled frequently. Their lightness is appreciated for earrings

Which threads should I use with plastic or resin beads?

Plastic and resin beads are compatible with most mounting supports: elastic thread, sheathed wire, jade thread, polyester cords, cotton cords, and metal rods. The choice primarily depends on the diameter of the drill hole and the type of jewelry being made. For colorful bracelets and children's jewelry, elastic thread generally remains the most common solution.