Ask the Experts Wire for Heavy Beads Q&A

I am creating a necklace with rather heavy beads and am thinking about using 22 ga wire but have no idea how to finish it. I don’t think there’s a crimp big enough...HELP!

If you are stringing, Beadalon® and Accu-Flex® make beading wire that combines the flexibility and softness of thread with the strength and durability of stainless steel wire. The nylon coating makes it abrasion-resistant for long-lasting stringing results. We recommend size 0.024-inch wire for heavy beads, and a 2mm crimp will work great.

- Patti