what string do u guys use???

al3x 4/27/2023 01:37 pm 1676

I’ve used a bunch of different kinds (thin string, thick plastic, fabric covered), but none of them work that good for me

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vampirefir
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Apr 27, 2023 1:39 pm

I use 1mm fabric covered! Tried 0.8, 1.0, and 1.5mm clear elastic but the first two snap and the last doesn't stretch well. Also the clear ones are hard to tell if you've gotten them through the bead. Hope you can find something that works!

traves
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Apr 27, 2023 1:46 pm

i LOOOVEEEE fabric ones but ive used basically anything even yarn (dont reccomendd!!!! sucked /lh) lol!!! was a clear elastic kid 4 a while but switched cuz i got sum free faviric-covered 1s :33333

lupinsdiscordkittenz
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Apr 27, 2023 1:55 pm

@traves: #yarn4lyfe club

Phosfate
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Apr 27, 2023 2:28 pm

The best string I've ever used always has no brand, is clear, about 3 feet long, and comes packed in tiny bead kits in a twist tie. This is because God thinks he's funny. My string of choice is that 1mm rainbow cloth-covered stuff from Amazon, but I keep clear string around for things like tying toys to cuffs so it doesn't show. Some fancy beads have very small holes that require a thinner string. Stuff like charms and keychains often looks better in clear string or black plastic string. The trick to using it seems to be keeping the string taut and tying a good square knot at the finish with a hard YANK. (Square knots are easy to learn and super useful for all beading, especially if you have to add cord to a project.) Some people recommend melting the knot of plastic string with a lighter to seal it, but I haven't tried this because THERE IS FIRE. (I'm not afraid of fire, but I drop stuff a lot.)

kgmnln_44133
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Apr 27, 2023 2:37 pm

i use Go Create! Clear Bead 'n Stretch 0.7mm string :-) i get it at walmart but its also probably at some craft stores i get the 75 foot pack but they also have a 328 foot pack