Enamel Beads, Porcelain Beads (Ceramic Beads) & Cloisonné Beads

China has contributed many things to the world, but the enameling process, bringing us fun enamel beads and exquisite cloisonné beads, and the development of decorated porcelain beads (sometimes known as ceramic beads) are the most admired contributions by beaders. Explore our offerings and admire over 800 years of hand crafted tradition in your favorite beads!

bumpee bead example

Porcelain Beads (also known as Ceramic Beads) and Cloisonné Beads

Developed over 800 years ago for Chinese emperors, how could you go wrong with porcelain beads (ceramic beads) and Cloisonné beads? Cloisonné beads say elegance.  Blue & white porcelain beads say classic.  Mottled finish porcelain beads hint at natural sophistication.

Coin and Round Beads
tube and oval beads
Animal Beads
assorted shaped beads
Red and Turquoise beads
Blue and White Enamel Beads
Cloisonne Beads

Enamel Beads and Enamel Charms

As simple as applying powdered glass to a substrate and firing, artisans take enamel beads to another level with the sophisticated designs and the power of the color. Explore the enamel bead selections at Beadworks. Enamel beads mix beautifully with Cloisonné beads.

Large Pendant Beads
Enamel Round and Coin Beads
Enamel Animal Beads
Enamel Tubes and Drops Beads
Assorted Shapes Enamel Beads
Assorted Shapes Enamel Beads