[Jewelry making - Article 00091] - Re: [Orchid] Beadalon

[Lora Hart]

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    Regarding the crimping problem... I prefer Softflex and usually use
    the,019 size. You can also get .014 if you work is really delicate,
    just be sure to use the appropriate sized crimp beads. They also
    have some sort of new very soft and flexible wire, but I haven't
    tried it, only seen it demo'd at a show. As to the crimps, I
    discovered something called Tornado crimps made by Via Muano 

    http://www.viamurano.com 

    that work really well to finish the wire using a regular flat nosed
    pliers. The inside of the tube has ridges like the design on a barber
    pole that catch and hold the wire in place. And they're very pretty.
    Not affiliated, just like their products, 

Lora


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