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What type of stringing material do you recommend I use for mala necklaces?

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You can use any type of cord that you like for a Mala necklace. We would recommend a natural fiber like cotton, hemp or leather for a piece with a spiritual meaning. Use a size that fits the holes of your beads. Generally they would be somewhere around 8mm to 12mm.  If you look at the long description on the sales page for your beads, it will tell you the hole size