Czech Seed Bead 13/0 Cut Dark Red Strung Hank

Add a touch of dramatic sparkle to your finest work with our Czech Seed Bead 13/0 Cut Dark Red Strung Hank. Known in the artisan world as "Charlottes," these specialty beads feature a precision-cut facet that catches the light unlike any standard seed bead, offering a level of sophistication perfect for high-end jewelry and traditional regalia.

Product Overview

The Dark Red color offers a deep, sultry crimson—reminiscent of fine garnets or vintage wine. The "Cut" refers to the single flat facet polished onto each bead, which creates a rhythmic shimmer as the wearer moves. In the delicate 13/0 size, these beads provide a refined, jewelry-quality finish that allows for incredibly high-definition detail.

Key Features

• Authentic Charlotte Cut: A classic Czech technique where a single facet is cut into the bead, providing a subtle "flash" without the bulk of multi-faceted beads.

• Intricate 13/0 Micro-Sizing: Smaller than the standard 11/0, these beads (approx. 1.7 mm) allow for fluid, "fabric-like" drape and precision detail.

• Deep Jewel-Tone Color: A rich, consistent dark red glass that maintains its intensity and won't fade over time.

• Traditional Strung Hank: Delivered on multiple strands, making it easy to manage these tiny treasures and slide them directly onto your needle.

Specifications

The Precision of Czech Cuts

Czech 13/0 cuts are prized for their delicate proportions. Because they are slightly smaller and faceted, they lay flatter against surfaces than rounded beads, making them the gold standard for Bead Embroidery and contoured beadwork. Despite their petite size, the 13-gram weight provides a substantial quantity of beads to complete complex, high-stitch-count projects.

Creative Applications

• Fine Detail Embroidery: Use for shading and sharp outlines in portraiture or intricate floral patterns.

• Vintage Restoration: The perfect size and cut for repairing antique Victorian-era beaded bags or jewelry.

• Luxury Fringe: The single facet creates a sophisticated "glimmer" effect for high-fashion evening earrings.

• Micro-Weaving: Create incredibly detailed tapestries or bracelets with a refined, smooth texture.

Pro Tip: Due to the petite 13/0 size, we recommend using a high-quality, thin thread such as Nymo Size OO or FireLine 4lb to ensure a smooth crafting experience.