[Jewelry making - Article 00052] - Re: [Orchid] Repairing Rubber Cord Necklaces

[Lisa Gallagher]

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    Thanks, Christine, James & Peter for your insight into rubber cords.
    It seems, then, it's tricky to tell whether the cord one has is the
    "good" kind or not, and even then it's inherent in the construction
    of such a piece, with a glued-on clasp, that problems could happen
    because of the glue, too. I will decide for now to rest assured that
    the one piece I've made with the cord will wear happily for a good
    while. If eventually there is a problem, hopefully no major damage
    to the center piece itself will take place & if they contact me, then
    I can offer to replace the cord out for them. The cord was purchased
    from my instructor at the Goldshmiedeschule. Rubber cord is
    apparently a popular design choice there, and I'd like to assume that
    they have experience with the cord they buy and are pleased with it.
    Knowing the uncertainties associated with it, though, I may hesistate
    before using it again. Is leather by chance a better choice when
    wanting that sort of black cord look? I suppose it's not necessarily
    as smooth & sleek in appearance, but it is at least similar. There's
    still the glue aspect where the clasp is attached, but if the cord
    itself is at least more reliable, then that's something to consider. 

Thanks!
Lisa
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