Seed beads are small beads that are the most widely used in beading and embroidery. 2 Cut Beads are commonly known as Cut Dana or Hexagon Cut Beads in India. They are used in jewellery making and are also embroidered on high street garments - from stringing and bead embroidery; to weaving and more. Cut beads can also be used in dress material; jewellery making and hand embroidery or adda work.