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Sugar Pink Glass Beads A light pastel pink with the occasional peachy undertone, polished to a mirror-like, iridescent finish that throws faint rainbow reflections wherever the light catches them — Sugar Pink Glass Beads were made for the moment a candle is lit or an LED is switched on. The shimmering effect that follows is the headline feature. Romantic without being saccharine. Useful for the practical reason that the shape is built to sit where you put it. Where Sugar Pink Glass Beads work best The combination of a pastel hue, an iridescent polish and a flat-bottom shape gives these beads a particular niche in styling and design work: Decorative styling around LED lights and candles — the iridescent finish picks up flashes of pink, peach and rainbow when the light source is on. Table centrepieces for weddings, christenings and baby showers where a soft, warm palette is wanted. Vase fillers and floral arrangements — the soft pink complements white, cream, blush and ivory flowers without competing. Home interiors and seasonal styling on console trays, mirror plates and in shallow display bowls. Craft and design projects — the flat base makes the beads ideal for fixing with adhesive into mosaic-style panels and ornament work. The look, the feel, the long-term advantage Two design choices set these beads apart. The mirror polish creates a pearlescent shimmer that reads as more luxurious than a simple pastel pink — the iridescent layer shifts subtly between pink, peach and the faintest hint of green or gold depending on the angle. And the flat bottom is what makes the beads genuinely practical: they sit where you place them rather than rolling, which matters when you’re styling a table at the last minute or fixing them with glue into a craft project. Glass holds its colour. The pastel pink and iridescent finish are baked into the surface rather than painted on, so the beads don’t fade with sun exposure or dull with use. Sizes, packaging and how much to order Each bead is perfectly round on top with a domed crown and a flat base, ranging in size from 17 to 19 mm. Supplied online in 25 kg bags; smaller quantities are available on request — call the team and we’ll sort it. Project Quantity guide Single vase or centrepiece One small order is usually enough — call for sub-bag quantities Multiple table arrangements (event styling) One 25 kg bag covers most mid-sized event runs Mosaic or craft panel Quantity depends on panel size — call for advice Sample for colour-matching Available on request Use the Online Calculator to work out the exact quantity for your container, or call our team if you need less than a 25 kg bag. Pastel pinks read differently in candlelight versus daylight, so a sample is worth requesting if exact tone matters to the design. FAQs Will the iridescent finish wear off over time? Indoors, the finish remains stable indefinitely. The polish and pearlescence are part of the glass surface, not a coating that can rub away. Treat them as you would any decorative glass — a gentle wipe with a soft cloth keeps them bright. Can I order less than a 25 kg bag? Yes. The 25 kg bag is the standard online listing, but smaller quantities are available — call the team and we’ll arrange a smaller order or a sample bag. Are Sugar Pink Glass Beads safe around candles? Glass tolerates the heat from a candle or LED placed inside a hurricane lamp or styled bowl. Avoid direct flame contact and don’t place them inside a working firepit or fire bowl, where the thermal shock could cause cracking. Need a hand choosing the right quantity for your event or design project? Call our team or use live chat. We’ve been advising florists, wedding planners and stylists across Ireland for over twenty years and we’re happy to talk you through your project.