Silk or tigertail?

Article Abstract:

Tips were given on the choice of materials for stringing necklaces and bracelets. Tigertail is the material of choice for stringing because it requires the simplest tools. It is available in gauges 12 to 15 and crimp beads are used to secure the tigertail to the clasp. Silk on the other hand is the classic material for stringing pearls and gemstones.

Evaluation, Clasps

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Fancy finishes

Article Abstract:

Techniques in tying off multiple strands of small beads or pearls are described. These include tying the strands to a single bar on a custom clasp or to a single jump ring using a loop of French coil. Tips on working with multiple strands of beads are also discussed.

String craft

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Organized

Article Abstract:

Lauri Copeland uses exacting focus and flexibility to create beads. Stepwise procedure on fuming 24-karat gold into lamp-worked beads is described.

United States

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