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Ask the Experts Bail Measuring Q&A
Ask the Experts Bail Measuring Q&A
Q: I would be so very grateful if anyone could let me know the dimensions of bails I will need for my projects. I am making resin pendants of three different thicknesses: 5mm, 10mm and 15mm. I don’t understand the dimensions listed for bails—which measurement is the height, depth and width, as well as the distance from the top of the pendant to the hole.
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Ask the Experts Wire Gauge Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Gauge Q&A
Q: What gauge wire should I buy to string beads with a 0.4-1mm hole?
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Ask the Experts Tila Beads Q&A
Ask the Experts Tila Beads Q&A
Q: Could you please give me some stringing material options for TILA® beads?
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Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A
Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A
Q: What kind of jump rings do I need to use so they don't clump up and stick to the magnetic clasps? I've tried using stainless steel jump rings, but they still stick to the magnetic clasp. Thanks.
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Ask the Experts Eye Pins Q&A
Ask the Experts Eye Pins Q&A
Q: Does the length listed for the eye pins include the round head or just the shaft?
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Ask the Experts Polymer Clay Q&A
Ask the Experts Polymer Clay Q&A
Q: I make old wine bottles into hummingbird feeders by beading them. If I make beads from polymer clay and finish them properly, will they be able to be used outdoors in bright sunlight and high (118 degrees) temperatures and still keep their color?
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Ask the Experts Polishing Q&A
Ask the Experts Polishing Q&A
Q: Can polished beads be tumbled to reduce polish?
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Ask the Experts Wire Cutters Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Cutters Q&A
Q: What is the difference between side cutters and flush cutters? Is one better than the other?
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Ask the Experts Wire Cutters Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Cutters Q&A
Q: I'm working on bracelets and I don't want any more stretching with the cord. I get that cord stretches some, but I want as little as possible. I'm using griffin natural silk No.12 and tying a weight of 10lbs and lifting it sit for a few days. I'm hearing about soaking the cord in water first then waiting a week. I need your help. I can't make a bracelet and sell it knowing that there is going to be a gap in the design within a few months. What is the proper way to force a stretch on cord so it won't stretch down the road?
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Ask the Experts Polishing Q&A
Ask the Experts Polishing Q&A
Q: I have a small slab of larimar that I'd like to polish (it's currently matte/raw cut). I do have a rotary polisher, but I'd like to know what kind of polish or rouge to use that won't hurt the soft stone. Can you please suggest something?
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Ask the Experts Pin Size Q&A
Ask the Experts Pin Size Q&A
Q: Are the heads of head pins all the same size? The pins seem to be measured only by length and thickness of the wire.
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Ask the Experts Stretch Bracelet Sizing Q&A
Ask the Experts Stretch Bracelet Sizing Q&A
Q: Is there is a way of working out how many beads you will need for a stretch bracelet if the heads are mixed or have spacers? I have 8mm round beads and 11x8mm rice beads.
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Ask the Experts Cultured Freshwater Pearls Hole Size Q&A
Ask the Experts Cultured Freshwater Pearls Hole Size Q&A
Q: I am trying to buy some cultured freshwater pearls for a necklace. The pearl size for the strand is 7.5mm-8.5mm. What hole size would you recommend to double strand the pearls?
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Ask the Experts Selecting Thread Sizes Q&A
Ask the Experts Selecting Thread Sizes Q&A
Q: What size silk thread is best for stringing peridot chip beads for a necklace?
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Ask the Experts Fishhook Ear Wire Gauge Q&A
Ask the Experts Fishhook Ear Wire Gauge Q&A
Q: I want to use pre-made fishhook ear wires but am confused over which gauge is best. I have received earrings that have fishhooks that are TOO thick to go into my pierced ears. Can you clarify which gauge is thick vs thin?
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Ask the Experts Choker Design Q&A
Ask the Experts Choker Design Q&A
Q: I'd like to make 3- or 4-strand chokers with a cabochon in the center of the strands. Other than wire wrapping the cab, are there any settings that will allow me to do this? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Ask the Experts Stainless Steel Earring Wires Q&A
Ask the Experts Stainless Steel Earring Wires Q&A
Q: Can I make earring wires from stainless steel wire? If so, explain the challenges and what gauge wire to use. Will it harden when hammered?
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Ask the Experts Split-Ring Pliers Q&A
Ask the Experts Split-Ring Pliers Q&A
Q: I have the split-ring pliers. They work fine for keyring size, but when you get down to 4-5mm rings, the pliers only open the ring a little, and I can't keep them open wide enough to insert my focal. I've tried sliding the ring up the shaft of the pliers to open it further, but then the beginning of the ring closes, and I can't slip my focal in. Any ideas?
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Ask the Experts Metal Allergies Q&A
Ask the Experts Metal Allergies Q&A
Q: Which metal is better for allergies—hypoallergenic stainless steel or sterling silver?
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Ask the Experts Wire Gauge and Type Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Gauge and Type Q&A
Q: I’m making wire-wrapped glass stud earrings. What gauge and wire type is the best? I’d like to use sterling silver. Would half-hard be sturdy enough for an earring back? Thank you.
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Ask the Experts Wire Wrapping Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Wrapping Q&A
Q: Do you have a catalog specifically geared towards wire wrapping jewelry? I've been interested in pursuing this beautiful craft. With your catalogs having a few instructional sections, I thought this would be a helpful start for me.
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Ask the Experts Waist Beads Q&A
Ask the Experts Waist Beads Q&A
Q: Hello, I’m making waist beads, and I’m struggling with threading. I’ve tried nylon, which is thin enough for #11 and smaller beads, but it doesn’t hold knots well. I absolutely love the cotton, kite and hemp thread, but worry about how they dry, and I can’t find any thin enough for #11 or smaller beads. What do you recommend?
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Ask the Experts Seed Beading Q&A
Ask the Experts Seed Beading Q&A
Q: I would like to know how to convert square stitch to peyote stitch. This will be for a kimono using #11 Delica® seed beads. Thank you for any help that can be given.
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Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: I use mother-of-pearl shell beads and 14Kt gold-filled 3mm beads to make necklaces. What kind of wire do you recommend that won't bleed onto the beads? I have the same question about the 3mm bead. If it's black inside, it can bleed onto the hole of the mother-of-pearl shell beads. Any advice would be great.
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