Starman Bead Blog – News of the Bead World: Japanese Seed Beads

Dear Customer,

In 2015, TOHO BEADS Co of Japan increased their factory prices due to rising production costs. At that time Starman did not adjust our wholesale prices due to the strong dollar vs yen currency. Unfortunately, the currency trends reversed this year, and we found it necessary to adjust prices for TOHO seed beads.

On September 1st all TOHO seed bead prices will increase by 10% with the exception of the new Demi Round line. Prices for seed beads packaged in tubes with MSRPs will not change at this time. Additionally, prices for TOHO One-G and Amiet thread will not change. All orders made prior to September 1st will be fulfilled at the current prices. Orders over $500 will still receive free domestic shipping.

We appreciate your ongoing confidence that we are working to keep prices as low as possible while offering the highest quality products and service. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to serve your TOHO bead needs.

Dave Starman,
CEO Starman Beads

Available in sizes 8/0 and 11/0 The Demi Round™ is more than a shape; it is a new concept in seed beading. Developed by TOHO BEADS Co Ltd in collaboration with Starman, the Demi™ is a thinner version of the traditional round seed bead with the same hole size and diameter.

This exclusive innovation is made possible by the quality glass cane and precision cutting of TOHO manufacturing.

The Demi™ works flawlessly with all of the popular stitches in new and exciting ways. Its versatile shape allows artists to create high definition designs with enhanced color depth and detail.

Thinner Profile, Same Hole Size

The Round and Demi Round™ share diameters and hole sizes—both beads measure 2.2mm and 3mm across the hole in Sizes 11/0 and 8/0, respectively. Both Size 11/0 Rounds, shown here, are identical on the hole side.

The thinner profile of the Demi Round™ creates a new texture within designs.