[Jewelry making - Article 00464] - Re: [Orchid] Stretchy cord for high end bracelet?

[Tracy Burlison]

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Hi Carla,

    Using a crimp with a stretchy cord will eventually result in
    breakage of the bracelet. Same with using any type of glue to secure
    your knot. (It is my understanding that the chemicals in super glues
    eat into stretch cord and make it brittle.) Stretch Magic is soooo
    tempting to use for so many good reasons, alas, the one drawback it
    has is that it will always break in the long run. 

    I know you're looking for alternatives to using a clasp, but what
    about designing a clasp that looks like a bead since you already know
    how to fabricate? A hidden clasp might be a bit of a challenge, but
    well worth the effort if you can retail the bracelet at $450. You
    could also use it as a selling point. 

Good luck,
Tracy
Tracy's Treasures

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