TOHO 8/0 are one of our most popular seed beads. Toho 8/0 are precision-sized round seed beads.
There are approximately 38 beads per gram, depending on the color and finish of the bead.
TOHO 11/0 measure approx. 3mm in diameter, hole fits up to 18 gauge wire and stringing material (.040inch).
TOHO was started on Nov 3rd,1951. Since then, they've strived to improve their techniques, designed and created new equipment and facilities.
Today, TOHO has become one of the top quality glass beads maker in the world.
With a slightly larger hole than other seed beads, TOHO Round and Triangle Japanese seed beads are a popular choice for bead weaving projects that require multiple thread passes.
Beaders find that Toho seed beads size to size, seem to be a bit larger and more regular than Miyuki’s round seed beads.
For example, a Toho size 8/0 seems a bit larger than a Miyuki size 8/0. But the difference is so minimal that you can easily combine the two in your designs.
Some Beaders find that Toho seed beads are more regular with minimal wastage.
To them, Toho round seed beads feel better to work with.
Beading like any art has it's passionate followers.
Like an artists brush some prefer working only with Delica, others Miyuki or Preciosa and some Love TOHO!
At Beadazzle, we carry all four!
With over 4 decades of experience in the Canadian Jewellery Industry as Shamin Jewellers, 81yo Freeda is the matriarch of Beadazzle. Along with her son and his partner, they revived the brand during Covid and are now one of the premier bead and beading suppliers in Canada. Our customers continue to be our strength and foundation. They teach us everyday and guide us as to what they wish us to bring in. Beadazzle, truly is your bead store!
