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How do you hold the large hole beads on an omega chain bracelet?

- Joan

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Bead keepers have a silicone lining that grips chain to keep beads in place. The inside diameter is approximately 1.5-4mm, fitting caprice or snake chain, omega chain, beading wire and leather, rubber or silk cord. These beads are easy to position or reposition.

- Tammy Honaman, Author, Jewelry-Making Expert and Educator