5/8" Beehive Bead, 3/16" Hole

5/8" Maple Beehive Wood Bead — Sculpted Bead with 3/16" Hole (Unique Accent for Jewelry, Décor & Learning)

Bring natural style and playful texture to your projects with this 5/8" (16mm) beehive-shaped maple bead. Carefully crafted from unfinished maple, each bead is tumble sanded smooth for comfort and easy decorating. The 3/16" (4.8mm) hole is ideal for threading standard jewelry wire, cord, or elastic, while the sculpted ridges make every bead a standout. Perfect for makers seeking original materials that deliver results without extra prep.

Key Features

• Classic beehive shape (5/8" diameter) adds visual interest and variety to traditional craft designs
• 3/16" (4.8mm) hole works well with jewelry cord, elastic, or thin ribbon for reliable assembly
• Made from solid, unfinished maple hardwood — lightweight, durable, and easy to decorate
• Tumble sanded for a perfectly smooth surface, ready for paint, stain, or marker as soon as it arrives
• Offered in packs of 10, 100, or 2500 to suit any craft, classroom, or bulk project needs
• Consistent sizing with ±0.01" tolerance ensures every bead looks and fits just right

Specifications

• Diameter: 5/8" (0.63 in / 16.00 mm)
• Hole Size: 3/16" (0.19 in / 4.76 mm)
• Shape: Beehive
• Material: Maple hardwood, unfinished
• Weight (each): 0.0038 oz (1.08 g)
• Finish: Tumble sanded, smooth, unfinished
• Dimensional Tolerance: ±0.01 in (±0.25 mm)
• Moisture Content: typically 7–13%
• Available Pack Sizes: 10, 100, 2500 (custom bulk available)

Suggested Uses

Let your creativity buzz with these charming beehive beads! Jewelry makers love them for adding textured accents to bracelets, anklets, or necklaces, while home crafters use them as highlights on farmhouse garlands and boho mobiles. Teachers incorporate them in Montessori and Waldorf activities where the shape inspires new ways to grasp and sort, inviting hands-on skill building. Try them in math manipulatives, on counting strings, or even as stackable parts in sensory bins for group play. For a unique project, string several together as a playful abacus or paint bright stripes for whimsical bug-themed crafts—they’re designed to help every idea come together with ease.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the exact bead and hole sizes?
  Each bead is 5/8" (16 mm) in diameter with a 3/16" (4.8 mm) center hole for stringing and assembly.
• Can I use these with elastic cord, jewelry wire, or ribbon?
  Yes, the 3/16" hole fits standard jewelry supplies and makes threading easy, even for beginners.
• Is the surface ready for decorating?
  Each bead is tumble sanded for smoothness so you can paint, stain, or draw on them without extra work.
• How much does each bead weigh?
  Each bead weighs approximately 0.0038 oz (1.08 g), keeping projects lightweight and comfortable to use.
• Are bulk packs available for larger projects or classrooms?
  Packs of 10, 100, or 2500 are available; custom bulk orders are always welcome for events or school use.
• Will the shape and hole size be consistent in a pack?
  Each bead is produced to a ±0.01" tolerance for uniform fit and professional presentation.
• Are these beads suitable for early learning activities?
  Definitely—the unique beehive ridges are easy for little hands to handle, making them ideal for sensory play and skill-building games.

Choose these maple beehive beads when you want original shapes, reliable quality, and the flexibility to create jewelry, crafts, or learning tools that always turn out just right.