The Chilli bead from Czech brand Preciosa Ornela is a pressed glass bead that takes its name from its chilli pepper shape. The Chilli bead comes in a variety of colors and finishes. The two hole design allows this bead to be used in a range of combinations with other beads during stringing or embroidery. As always, beads with coatings may be affected by chemicals or abrasion. As a pressed and tumbled glass bead, these may vary in size, color and shape.