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 arc-en-ciel polymère rose 8,5-10mm, colorés, x5 (G7205)

Pink Polymer Rainbow Beads 8.5-10mm, Colorful, x5 (G7205)

Regular price0,95€

Perle ronde coeur blanc plastique noir,perle plastique,perle ronde lettre,x 10 grammes, (G2189)

Round white heart-shaped plastic bead, black plastic bead, round letter bead, x 10 grams, (G2189)

Regular price3,83€

Perles polymère multicolore à paillettes heishi 6mm, Perles plastique, perle heishi,perle disque, 5.5mm,le fil de 380 perles, x1 G4209

Multicolored polymer beads with heishi glitter 6mm, Plastic beads, heishi bead, disc bead, 5.5mm, thread of 380 beads, x1 G4209

Regular price5,74€

Perle ovale plate acrylique imitation pierre 19x15mm, x10 (G10489)

Flat oval acrylic imitation stone bead 19x15mm, x10 (G10489)

Regular price2,87€

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Perle coeur plastique multicolore plastel,pendentif acrylique,création bijoux plastique coloré, 12mm, x20 G3373

Multicolored plastic heart bead, acrylic pendant, colorful plastic jewelry creation, 12mm, x20 G3373

Regular price0,95€

Perle tube imitation gemme plastique multicolore 20mm , perle plastique coloré, couleurs mélangées, x10 G6401

Multicolored plastic imitation gem tube pearl 20mm, colored plastic pearl, mixed colors, x10 G6401

Regular price6,70€

Perle ronde coeur noir plastique blanc, x10Gr (G2031)

Round black heart-shaped bead in white plastic, x10g (G2031)

Regular price2,87€

Perle polymère noir,fabrication bijoux, Perles plastique, perle heishi,perle disque, fourniture créative,6mm,le fil de 320 perles-G1983

Black polymer bead, jewelry making, plastic beads, heishi bead, disc bead, creative supply, 6mm, strand of 320 beads-G1983

Regular price3,06€

Perle rondelle en plastique translucide phosphorescente multicolore 9mm, x50 (G6404)

9mm multicoloured phosphorescent translucent plastic disc beads, x50 (G6404)

Regular price2,87€

perle carré Lettre Alphabet plastique doré, plastique lettre,création bracelet mots,6mm, x 10Gr (G2097)

Square bead, gold-plated plastic alphabet letter, plastic letter, for making word bracelets, 6mm, x 10g (G2097)

Regular price2,87€

Perle ronde coeur coloré plastique 6.5mm,perle plastique ronde lettre,création bijoux,perle coeur, x 10 grammes G6634

Round colored plastic heart bead 6.5mm, round plastic letter bead, jewelry creation, heart bead, x 10 grams G6634

Regular price2,87€

Perles polymère multicolore heishi 6mm, Perles plastique, perle heishi,perle disque, fourniture créative,6mm,le fil de 320 perles-G1990

Multicolored polymer heishi beads 6mm, plastic beads, heishi bead, disc bead, creative supply, 6mm, strand of 320 beads-G1990

Regular price3,83€

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.