[Jewelry making - Article 00717] - Re: [Orchid] Stringing metal beads

[Silverspotstudio]

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Hi David,

    You might try a diamond-coated bead reamer to smooth the edges of
    the bead holes. This will be especially good if the enamel comes
    right up to the edge of the hole, as the diamond reamer will also
    work on the enamel.   

    Keep the bead under water while working with it in order to keep
    vitreous dust down and to keep the bead cool. Be gentle to avoid
    cracking the enamel. 

    Kevlar thread, offered by many bead supply places, is reputed to be
    very wear-resistant, but I don't know if it comes in the thickness
    required for making knotted strands. Foxtail chain is another good
    traditional material for stringing hefty beads. 

HTH,
Jessee Smith
www.silverspotstudio.com

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