Plastic Cabochon Beads for Jewellery Making, Accessories and Decoration

Plastic cabochons are small decorative pieces for jewellery-making, accessories and all kinds of craft projects. In this category you’ll find jewellery cabochons shaped like flowers, butterflies, fruit, animals, hearts, bows and other themed motifs. Some models are made of resin, a synthetic material used for light, colourful decorative pieces. Browse our full collection of cabochon-style resin beads too.

Most cabochon beads have a shaped front and a flat back that you glue onto a suitable base. There are also models with a hole or ones designed to be set into other materials. Before you order, check the size, thickness, how the piece attaches and how many come in the pack.

What are plastic cabochons?

• A raised or shaped front. Cabochons come in all sorts of shapes, from flowers and butterflies to fruit, animals and other figures. Each one is a ready-made decorative accent for your projects.
• A flat back. On glue-on models, the flat back makes it easy to attach them to a suitable base.
• Cabochons for Stringing. Some cabochons can be strung on a jewellery piece, as long as their construction and hole size allow it.
• A range of pack sizes. You’ll find single pieces as well as packs of matching or mixed designs. For full details, check the description of the product you’re interested in.

How to choose and use cabochons

Choose a cabochon according to the base, the size and how it will be attached. Compact figures are handy for small accessories, while larger surfaces call for bigger models or several pieces grouped into one design.

• For bags and clothes. Use decorative figures as an accent on suitable textile projects and accessories. Take a look at our bag and clothing embellishments as well.
• For albums and scrapbooking. Little flowers, butterflies and themed motifs add texture and colour to pages and covers. See our album blanks and scrapbooking and craft materials.
• For gift boxes. One well-chosen cabochon can turn ordinary packaging into a personal touch. Pair it with a gift box in a matching colour and style.
• For cards and invitations. Flatter models work well as raised accents on cards, invitations and tags. Browse our cards and invitations for ideas for your next project.

For "mix" and "assorted" packs, check the product description to see exactly which shapes, colours and quantities are included.

How to glue cabochons

For a good result, you need a clean base, the right glue and enough time for it to cure. Choose a glue to suit both the cabochon material and the surface you’re fixing it to, such as metal, paper, wood or plastic.

Craft materials for cabochons

To finish a project, you’ll need a suitable base, glue and a few extra decorative touches. You’ll find all of this and more here:

Glue

for different bases

Hair grips and clips

for accessories

Brooch bases

for cabochons

Card blanks

for craft projects

Painting, cleaning and storage

Some plastic and resin cabochons can be decorated with paint or varnish, but the result depends on the material and the factory finish. If you want to change the colour, test the product on a spare piece first and use a paint made for that surface.

To clean them, use a soft, slightly damp cloth where the material allows. Avoid harsh solvents, prolonged contact with water and heat.

Plastic cabochons: Frequently Asked Questions