Semi Precious Gemstone Beads

Semi Precious Beads for Jewellery Making

Semi precious beads are made from natural gemstone materials and can vary in colour, pattern and finish from bead to bead. These natural variations are part of their appeal and help give each jewellery design its own character.

Popular Uses for Gemstone Beads

• Bracelets: Create stretch bracelets, beaded bracelets and meaningful gift designs
• Necklaces: Use gemstone beads and chips for simple strands, pendants and statement pieces
• Earrings: Pair gemstone beads with head pins, eye pins and earring findings
• Mixed beadwork: Combine gemstones with glass beads, crystals, seed beads and metal accents
• Suncatcher and craft designs: Add natural colour and texture to decorative projects

Choosing Natural Gemstone Beads

Smaller gemstone beads and chips are ideal for delicate bracelets, earrings and detailed beadwork, while larger beads can be used as feature beads in necklaces and statement jewellery. Choose colours and finishes to suit your design style, from earthy natural tones through to bright polished gemstone colours.

Pair your gemstone beads with our jewellery findings, elastic cord, head pins and eye pins, jewellery chain and jewellery tools to complete your designs.