These plastic pony beads are sometimes also referred to as crow beads. These beads are plastic 6x9mm barrel shaped beads, hole size approximately 4mm. Pony beads are popular for different types of art and crafts projects including making bracelets and colorful necklaces. These craft beads are also used for hair braiding and other hair styles. Other types of crafts projects include pony bead key chains, kandi bracelets and rainbow loom crafts. Pony beads are also used to make woven banners. This type of plastic bead is used for group projects, party favors and activities, classroom projects, Sunday school or VBS and special events or fundraisers. Pony beads are simple yet versatile beads that come in bulk packages in a variety of different colors. Pony beads are available in individual colors as well as packs of multi color mixes. Made in the USA.