Stringing

Stringing is one of the most common jewelry-making techniques. It simply means threading beads or other components onto a flexible material (like cord, wire, or thread) to create necklaces, bracelets, or anklets.

Materials for Stringing:

• Beading wire → strong, flexible, and perfect for heavier beads.
• Stretch cord → ideal for quick, clasp-free bracelets.
• Nylon / silk thread → traditional for pearls and finer beads (often knotted between beads).

Findings Used:

• Clasps (lobster, toggle, magnetic) → used with wire or thread.
• Crimp beads/tubes → hold the ends of beading wire securely.
• Bead tips / knot covers → tidy up thread ends.

Design Flexibility:

• Stringing allows endless customization—mixing bead sizes, colors, spacers, charms.
• You can go simple (just beads in a row) or more complex (patterns, alternating textures).

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