Big-Hole Beads

Big hole beads that fit onto Biagi/Pandora/Troll bracelets are my latest obsession. I love the challenge of creating a relatively small bead with a large center that is well-balanced, pleasing to the eye, and comfortable to wear. These bracelets originated in Europe and are based on the add-a-bead concept. There are all sorts of beads to fit these bracelets, from simple ring beads, to beads with loops for charms, to miniature sculptures of animals or things. High quality lampwork beads can add some bright color to one of these bracelets, along with some fun. Silver tube linings or silver rivets epoxied into the center holes can prevent the glass from rubbing on the silver of the bracelet, and I think they add a more finished look to the beads. Here are some of my recent big hole beads: