miyuki half tila 5x2.3 mm - nickel plated 190

Half tila beads are rectangular beads with 2 holes parallel holes. The size is 2,5 x 5 mm, which is exactly half of the size of a square tila beads. With only 2 mm thickness, they are very flat.

By combining different colors you can make any style possible. For example light and fresh colors are perfect for spring and summer or use darker colors for colder days. But every day it is of course possible to match them with your look that day. They are easy to make with elastic cord or steel wire.

The half tilas are easy to alternate with the whole and quarter tila beads, which are exactly the same width, but are double or half the length.

Colortype Plated

Plated is a color type where precious metals are used to create the color. They come in the colors gold, silver, copper and bronze and are very popular, as they have a deeper gloss than other color types.

Be aware that the color type Plated can change due to friction or skin contact. We recommend that you handle this with care. This problem is less likely to occur with projects such as bead embroidery or earrings where there is no friction.