{"product_id":"yephac-gemstone-beads-24-material-natural-stone-chip-beads-400g-assorted-5-8mm-1mm-holes","title":"Yephac Gemstone Beads 24-Material Natural Stone Chip Beads – 400g Assorted 5–8mm, ~1mm Holes","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eYephac Gemstone Beads are a 400 g collection of genuine natural stone chips—24 different semi-precious materials in irregular 5–8 mm sizes with 1 mm drill holes, supplied in a storage box for jewellery making and craft projects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you make necklaces, bracelets, earrings or mixed-media décor, this assorted kit gathers small, real gemstone chips so you can experiment with colour, texture and pattern without buying large single-stone strands. Each bead is cut from natural material, so shapes and hues vary; the set includes familiar favourites like rose quartz and citrine alongside less common stones such as unakite and picture stone. Everything ships in a clear plastic box keeping the roughly 400 grams of chips organized and ready for your next design session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat varieties are included in this 24-material gemstone mix?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pack contains 24 distinct semi-precious stone types chosen for colour range and compatibility when combined in jewellery. Stones span warm, cool and neutral tones so you can build multi-stone patterns or single-stone pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExamples include: obsidian, amethyst, lapis lazuli, tiger eye, rose quartz and citrine;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlso: turquoise variants, green and yellow aventurine, fluorite and picture stone;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach material appears as small irregular chips rather than uniform rounds, creating an organic look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do size, hole diameter and shape affect my projects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads are irregular chips measuring about 5–8 mm across with a drilled hole near 1 mm, which influences stringing choices and final piece scale. Their varied silhouettes add tactile interest but may require flexible findings or thicker stringing wire to secure comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChip size: approximately 5–8 mm gives a delicate yet textured effect;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHole size: ~1 mm—best for thin cords, beading wire, or small headpins;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIrregular shapes: great for boho, natural or mixed-media designs; allow spacing beads or wire wrapping for stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these gemstone chips suitable for everyday wear and crafts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are natural stones that meet EU environmental requirements for materials; they’re intended for jewellery making and decorative crafts rather than medical uses. Minor surface fissures or colour variations are normal with authentic stones and add to each bead’s character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompliant with common safety\/environmental standards for decorative use;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall natural flaws expected—part of the stone’s authenticity;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse in necklaces, bracelets, earrings, anklets, hair accessories and home décor items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this set best for? Makers who enjoy mixing colours and textures, independent jewellery designers, craft teachers, and DIY hobbyists will appreciate this all-in-one assortment. If you design with wire wrapping, bead weaving or simple stringing, the 1 mm holes and chip shapes let you experiment across styles from delicate earth-toned pieces to vibrant, layered statement jewellery. The included plastic box helps keep materials sorted between sessions, making the kit practical for at-home studios or portable craft workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many grams and what size are the beads?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The kit contains about 400 grams of chips, each roughly 5–8 mm with a 1 mm drilled hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are these genuine natural stones?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the beads are real natural semi-precious stones; small cracks or colour variations are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Yephac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55294478188881,"sku":"B09RW3QWY8","price":43.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/yephac-front-packaging-gemstone-chips_93b00218-5908-4776-a91f-2ea129903d8a.jpg?v=1791931097","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/yephac-gemstone-beads-24-material-natural-stone-chip-beads-400g-assorted-5-8mm-1mm-holes","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}