Doesn't it? If there's one benefit of buying beads this way, it's that it's already pre-strung and you could spray glue it to Christmas balls or something, although I don't know how well the thread would hold up over time. I'd have to invest in a bead spinner before restringing.
The silver ones are really nice. They're transparent and crystal lined. They look a lot nicer than just plain silver beads - they seem to catch the light better.
Best, Christine