Calculate how many beads fit on a strand, how much wire/thread you need, and plan your bead project.
| Name | Length | Style |
|---|---|---|
| Choker | 14–16" | Sits at base of neck |
| Princess | 17–19" | Most common; collar bone |
| Matinee | 20–24" | Below collar, casual/formal |
| Opera | 28–36" | Below bust; can double-wrap |
| Rope | 37"+ | Long; versatile layering |
| Bracelet | 6.5–8" | Wrist size + 0.5–1" ease |
| Anklet | 9–11" | Ankle + 1" ease |
| Bead Size | Beads/Inch | 16" Strand | 18" Strand |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2mm | ~12.7 | ~203 | ~229 |
| 3mm | ~8.5 | ~136 | ~153 |
| 4mm | ~6.4 | ~102 | ~115 |
| 6mm | ~4.2 | ~68 | ~76 |
| 8mm | ~3.2 | ~51 | ~57 |
| 10mm | ~2.5 | ~41 | ~46 |
| 12mm | ~2.1 | ~34 | ~38 |