Perles Swarovski rondes 5000 4 mm pour création de bijoux DIY en cristal
Swarovski 5000 round pearls in 4 mm are the reference format, the one that fits everything! Neither too small nor too imposing, they fit equally well into a strung bracelet, a multi-strand necklace or a woven composition: this is the Austrian crystal bead you'll use in every new project.
Swarovski 5000 4 mm: the essential round bead for DIY jewelry creation
4 mm is the diameter that meets the greatest number of projects in the 5000 range. Visible enough to stand alone in a setting, yet discreet enough to act as a link between more structured elements, it's the format found in almost every jewelry workshop, from the most novice to the most seasoned.
A versatile diameter
4 mm's strength lies in its ability to adapt to a wide variety of settings without ever seeming out of place.
- Threaded or elastic bracelets: a few dozen beads, a suitable thread, and you've got a finished piece of jewelry in less than an hour.
- RAW weaving, Peyote or brick stitch: the size of the bead enables precise, regular work, without the constraints of 2 mm or the heaviness of larger formats.
- Wire wrapping: the standard through-hole accepts fine wire, and the perfect roundness of the bead makes it easy to work the wire around the frame.
- Mixed compositions: combined with 5 mm or 3 mm, it allows you to play with volumes and create a visual rhythm in the jewel.
- Lightweight earrings: the weight of 4 mm is perfect for everyday wearable pendants, as in our tutorial on dangling earrings in crystal pearls.
Looking for another size of Rondes 5000 Swarovski?
The Swarovski 5000 round bead is available in several diameters to suit all your projects. Find all sizes on the Swarovski 5000 round beads page, or explore the 8 mm or 6 mm sizes directly to complete your palette.
Need a concrete starting point? Our crystal bead bracelet tutorial shows you how to integrate small round beads into an elegant composition that's accessible right from the start.
Can Swarovski pearl jewelry be washed?
We advise against getting Swarovski pearls wet, as the coatings (AB, Shimmer, Ignite) can be altered by water and chemicals. Keep your jewelry away from moisture and direct light when not in use.
What's the difference between a round Swarovski pearl (5000) and a spinning top (5328)?
The 5000 round pearl is, as its name suggests, round. It is faceted all over, with a through hole in the center, ideal for stringing and necklaces. The 5328 (bicone) spinning top is Swarovski's most iconic shape, with two points and a faceted edge, perfect for stretch bracelets or bead weaving.