[Jewelry making - Article 00251] - [Orchid] Fasteners for rolled silk ribbon

[Rita M]

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Hello Orchid,

    I've been a lurker here for years, thought it was time to actually
    take the plunge and make a posting ;) 

    I was wondering if anybody else had experience with using the 2-3mm
    rolled silk cord for necklaces? 

    I've been wondering what to use as end caps... I'm really partial to
    the smooth sterling end caps that you glue the ribbon into -- I
    think their plain look is much more elegant. But I'm wondering how
    well these wore? Has anybody had a chance to try them out for this
    purpose? 

    Would it be better to go with the (much less plain and elegant
    looking) squishable crimps? 

    I know silk ribbons aren't exactly forever, but I'm hoping to give
    them a reasonable chance for a happy long life. 

    I've also been checking out glues, and the E6000 seems to be the
    best choice for glueing soft materials to metal. Does anybody else
    have any better suggestions? 

thank you for much!

Rita,
Vancouver, BC


 
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