| The Farfalle bead was developed in the Czech Republic. As the shape is reminiscent of a butterfly they were named after the Italian for butterfly, 'farfalla'. Our beads are made by Preciosa. They are 2x4mm and come in strings containing approximately 325 beads. All finishes are durable. Silver linings may change colour through oxidation. Useful to give texture to beadwork. Can be used both in beadweaving and stringing. |
| New from the Japanese manufacturer Matsuno, Peanut beads are 2x4mm butterfly shaped beads. They come in flip top boxes containing approximately 12 to 14 grams. |
| New from the Japanese manufacturer Miyuki Berry Beads are 2.5x4.5mm butterfly shaped beads. They come in flip top boxes containing approximately 360 beads weighing about 13 grams. |
![]() A side by side comparison of all three manufacturers. |
