Exactly as describe. No issue about shapes, size or not puffing. Colors are perfect! Well, i still have other unused beads and not sure what they look, but will update as soon I use them for next family events. You MUST leave overnight and soak beads to puff. The vase I use is pint size per bowl (caterillar vase), i fill water almost to half and less teaspoon of beads....and viola, they puff the next day. Visitors and family members love it as centerpiece