Czech Glass Arabesque Beads: White with Rainbow Volcano Wash (Pack of 4)

These are a really lovely find. Each arabesque bead is a rhombus-shaped Czech glass bead in opaque white, finished with a rainbow volcano wash that shifts and shimmers depending on the light. It is a subtle effect rather than an in-your-face coating, which makes these quite versatile. You get four beads per pack, each one around 19x9mm, so they are a good size for a feature element without being overwhelming.

They work beautifully as earring drops, either on their own or paired with smaller seed beads or rondelles to balance the shape. On a bracelet you might use two or three as focal points with plainer beads between them, and on a necklace they sit really well as part of a layered or bohemian-style design.

The white base keeps things fresh and the volcano finish adds just enough colour to make them interesting. Handmade by artisan glassworkers in the Czech Republic.