Geneva Vanderzeil
Instructor
In This Lesson
Once you know the basic Baguette Bag technique, there are endless ways to experiment with the design. Explore a smaller take on the original, along with variations using different bead shapes, sizes and styles.
How Many Beads Do I Need To Make A Baguette Bag?
The number of beads you'll need depends on the size of your beads — the smaller the bead, the more you'll need to create the same size bag. The table below shows you how many beads you need to have to create a bag around the same size as the amber beaded bag we showed in our video.
These quantities are a rough guide and include a little extra so you don't run short. The exact number will vary depending on the shape of your beads and the finished size of your bag.
Project Breakdown
Silver Bag
| Bead type | Silver bead |
| Bead size | 16 mm / 5/8 inch |
| Number of beads | 418 |
| Panel size | 88 units (8 x 11) |
| Handle length | 14 units |
Black Bag
| Bead type | Black wood bead |
| Bead size | 12mm / ½ inch |
| Number of beads | 1,464 |
| Panel size | 336 units (16 x 21) |
| Handle length | 25 units |
Mini Pink Bag
| Bead type | Pink Acrylic Faceted Bead Round |
| Bead size | 10mm / 3/8 inch |
| Number of beads | 134 |
| Panel size | 84 units (14 x 6) |
| Handle length | 17 (Single Bead Handle) |
Mini Charm Bag
| Bead type | Amber Acrylic Faceted Bead Round |
| Bead size | 8mm / 5/16 inch |
| Number of beads | 49 |
| Panel size | 24 units (6 x 4) |
| Handle length | 9 (Single Bead Handle) |
