[Jewelry making - Article 00017] - Re: [Orchid] Stretching silk

[Gerry]

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    JoAnna: I use Gudebrod silk for most of my stringing. When doing
    Pearls, knotting between each one, I do not pre-stretch. My knotting
    technique is enough to keep the finished necklace from stretching.
    When I need to stretch the silk, I use one of three methods depending
    on how heavy the beads are and what type of wear and tear I expect
    the necklace to get. 1. Put all the beads to be used on the thread
    and hang it for 24 hrs. Most of the time, the project is where I can
    see it and ever so often I will gently tug the strand and help with
    the stretching process. This is good for light weight beads and
    Gentle wearing. 2.  I get one of Gerry's fishing sinkers, one that
    weighs twice the weight of the finished project, and again hang the
    thread for 24 hours. This is good for the heavier beads and moderate
    wear. 3.  If knotting is involved, I use bonded nylon for the heavier
    necklaces that will see a lot of use. If you have any questions,
    please feel free to call me. 

Marty Galarneau ggwcr AT cox.net
www.galarneausgems.com

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