Lower Cost Per Bead
Sitewide discounts cut your total by 20% at $200+ and 25% at $300+. When you buy several strands at once, the per-bead price drops noticeably.
A sourcing guide for small jewelry brands — strand math, hole sizes, and the findings that fit.
Buying gemstone beads wholesale means matching strand counts, hole sizes and jewelry findings before you order. Whether you are stocking a studio or launching a new jewelry line, this guide covers the numbers you need to size an order correctly — backed by free US shipping over $35, sitewide bulk discounts up to 25% off, and a 30-day return policy.
- ✓ Free US shipping over $35
- ✓ Bulk discounts: 20% off $200+ · 25% off $300+
- ✓ 30-day returns
Why Buy Gemstone Beads in Bulk?
Bulk buying lowers your per-piece cost, keeps production consistent, and makes it easy to fulfill orders without constant reordering. Here is how it pays off for small brands and independent makers.
Consistent Production Runs
A 15-inch strand of 6mm flat hearts holds roughly 68 beads, so you can estimate exactly how many earrings or bracelets each strand will produce.
Retail vs. Bulk Buying
Retail suits one-off gifts; bulk buying suits repeat designs. Stock multiple strands and your material cost per finished piece stays stable.
First-Time Buyer Tips
Start with the strand size that matches your most-used finding, confirm the hole diameter, and use free US shipping over $35 to test small orders.
Jewelry Findings 101: Match the Finding to Your Design Scenario
Findings turn a strand into wearable jewelry. The most important spec to match is the drill hole of your beads — the featured amethyst hearts are center drilled at 0.8mm.
| Finding | Design Scenario | Pairing with 0.8mm Hole Beads |
|---|---|---|
| French ear wires | Dangle earrings | Slide beads onto 20-gauge headpins first |
| 20-gauge headpins | Studs, drops, charms | 0.813mm wire passes cleanly through the 0.8mm hole |
| 6mm jump rings | Charm bracelets, chain connectors | Ring opening clears the 2mm bead thickness |
| 2mm crimp beads | Necklace stringing on beading wire | Compresses securely on standard.014–.024 wire |
| Lobster clasp | Necklace & bracelet closures | Pair with 6mm jump rings on both ends |
Featured Product Spotlight: Matte Amethyst Flat Heart Beads
This 15-inch strand is a practical entry point for small-batch production. The regular price of $9.48 per strand keeps testing a new design affordable.
$9.48In Stock — Ships from Nevada
- Bead sizeApprox. 6x6x2mm
- Per strandApprox. 68 beads
- Strand length15 inches
- Hole size0.8mm, center drilled
- FinishMatte
- MaterialNatural amethyst
Wholesale Discount Tiers
| Spend $200+ | 20% off sitewide |
| Spend $300+ | 25% off sitewide |
Questions about this strand? Ask the team before your next order.
Looking for in-stock alternatives? Shop other 6mm heart bead strands below.
Design Pairings: Amethyst Heart Beads & Jewelry Findings
These project ideas use the amethyst hearts’ exact 0.8mm hole and 2mm thickness, so every finding sits neatly and stays secure in the finished piece.
Dangle Earrings with French Ear Wires
Slide one heart onto a 20-gauge headpin, trim to 8–10mm, and form a simple loop. The 0.8mm hole clears the wire comfortably, and the 2mm thickness keeps the dangle light on the ear.
Charm Bracelets with 6mm Jump Rings
Connect each heart with a 6mm jump ring to preserve movement. Because the beads are only 2mm thick, the ring opening stays visible and the charms stack flat on the bracelet.
Necklaces with 2mm Crimps & Lobster Clasp
String the hearts on beading wire, secure with 2mm crimps, and finish with a lobster clasp and jump rings. One 15-inch strand gives about 68 beads — enough for a choker or layered look.
Bulk Orders & Custom Sourcing for Small Brands
Need consistent inventory for a line launch or a production order? The sitewide bulk tiers — 20% off orders over $200 and 25% off orders over $300 — are the fastest way to save. For larger quantities, custom sourcing requests, or help choosing similar in-stock beads, the team can guide your next order.
20%
off orders over $200
25%
off orders over $300
68
beads per 15-inch strand
30-day
return window
Related Products
Other 6mm heart strands with the same 0.8mm drill, so the findings in this guide fit them too.
Blue Amazonite Heart Beads: 6mm, 15 Inch Strand
Pale aqua 6mm hearts on a 15-inch strand. Same shape and drill as the amethyst hearts, so the same findings fit. $8.75.
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Purple Lepidolite Heart Beads: 6mm, 15 Inch Strand
Pale lilac and soft violet puffed hearts, 6mm. The closest colour match to matte amethyst. $8.75.
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Green Unakite Heart Beads: 6mm, 15 Inch Strand
Mossy olive green flecked with salmon-pink feldspar, 6mm hearts on a 15-inch strand. $8.91.
View productOrdering Wholesale Direct
Bulk pricing is applied automatically at checkout — there is no account approval, no minimum order and no application to fill in. Stock ships from our own warehouse in Henderson, Nevada.
What you get buying direct
- 20% off orders over $200 · 25% off over $300
- Free US shipping on orders over $35
- The complete catalogue — new arrivals land here first
- No retailer account, approval step or order minimum
- 30-day returns (5% restocking fee, return shipping on you)
- Direct contact for custom sourcing and larger runs
Need a quote for a bigger run?
For quantities beyond the standard tiers, repeat production orders, or a specific stone and size we do not currently list, send your list and we will price it.
- Custom sourcing on request
- Repeat-order pricing for production runs
- Help matching findings to your bead hole sizes
Browse the Full Bead & Findings Range
Everything in this guide applies across the catalogue. Start from the material you need, the shape your design calls for, or the findings that finish it.
Shop by StoneAmethyst, tiger eye, lapis, howlite and more, grouped by material.Shop by ShapeRound, rondelle, heart, tube, coin, disc and faceted cuts.Heart BeadsFlat and puffed heart gemstone beads in 6mm through 20mm.AmethystEvery amethyst strand in the catalogue, matte and polished.Jewelry FindingsHeadpins, jump rings, crimps, ear wires and clasps.Charms & PendantsGold-plated charms for bracelets, necklaces and earrings.Glass BeadsLampwork, millefiori, faceted and Mystic Aura glass strands.New ArrivalsThe most recent strands and findings added to the store.
Frequently Asked Questions
What shipping options are available for wholesale bead orders?
Orders ship from Henderson, Nevada via USPS Ground Advantage. Standard shipping is $5.80, orders over $35 ship free, and a Priority Mail upgrade is available at checkout.
How many beads come on a 15-inch strand of 6mm amethyst heart beads?
Each strand contains approximately 68 beads. Because the beads are hand-strung natural gemstone, slight size variations can occur.
Which jewelry findings fit beads with a 0.8mm hole?
20-gauge headpins and eye pins pass through a 0.8mm hole, while 6mm jump rings and 2mm crimps are good partners for earrings, bracelets and necklaces.
How do the bulk discount tiers work?
Spend $200 or more to receive 20% off, or $300 or more to receive 25% off. Discounts apply sitewide and are calculated automatically at checkout.
Are the matte amethyst flat heart beads in stock?
Yes. The 6mm matte amethyst flat heart beads are in stock and ship from Nevada. Stock levels are shown live on the product page.
What is the return policy for bulk bead purchases?
Mycrazycrystal offers a 30-day return policy. A 5% restocking fee applies and the customer covers return shipping.