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Q: I am using 0.5mm leather cording and am not sure what size crimp cap ends to use with this size cording? Thank you.
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Ask the Experts Seed Beads Q&A
Q: Hi I use Miyuki Delica seed beads, is there anything I can use i.e., (glue) to give them an extra bit of security of not breaking? Thanks.
Ask the Experts Metal Work Q&A
Q: How should I store liver of sulfur for safety? How long does a liver of sulfur solution last?
Ask the Experts Shell Beads Q&A
Q: I’m looking for a dye to color capiz shells. I’ve tried food coloring but it didn't work very well. Can you advise me. Thanks.
Ask the Experts Stringing Material Q&A
Q: What type of stringing material do you recommend I use for mala necklaces?
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: I’m having trouble with my seed bead fringe earrings. I’m always having an issue with curling. How do you keep them soft and flowy? I’m using Fireline 4lbs. Also it’s hard to find a balance between pulling them a little bit on the tighter side or having too much of a gap. Could it be the thread? What is the trick ?
Ask the Experts Crimps Q&A
Q: What are the advantages in a crimp with a heavier wall? Or disadvantages? I have been using a number 3 in sterling on the heavier necklaces I make and wonder if heavier wall would be stronger? Thank you.
Ask the Experts Large-Hole Bead Q&A
Q: I have purchased plenty of very large hole beads but can't find things to keep them from moving all together on a bracelet and necklace. What can I do to keep them spread out? They move around and stack together. I want to do something with this large investment in all kinds of large hole beads and shapes. Please help!
Ask the Experts Cord Q&A
Q: I do leather wrap bracelets. I intend to do an even sequence of 4mm crystal rounds and bicones. What thread should I use, strong enough for crystal and soft that will not damage a 1.5mm leather cord? Should I go with Fireline, Griffin Silk, Hana or Accu-Flex?
Ask the Experts Mounting Q&A
Q: Should foil backed crystals be mounted in closed back settings or is an open back setting okay? If a closed back setting is advised, what type of glue is recommended?
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: Newbie here. I understand the peyote stitch can be odd or even count. Can you tell me why I would choose one over the other? And I am having a hard time finding patterns for even count, plenty of odd count though.
Ask the Experts Chain Q&A
Q: I want to add some links to a chain with wire, what gauge should I use?
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: I want to string heavy gemstones and chips with flowing knotted cording the way that pearls are knotted. I'm afraid the weight and sharp edges of the stones will wear out and tear ordinary silk. Will it? What else can I knot that is strong and won't fray? Will nylon cord work?
Ask the Experts Glues/Adhesives Q&A
Q: I'm making jewelry and keychains using glass cabochons and to stainless steel bases. What is the best type of glue to use? Will E6000 mess up the picture or words on the cabochon? Thank you.
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Q: What are the sizes used for wire? Can you explain the different types of wire used for jewelry and what do 18,22 etc. mean?
Ask the Experts Stretch Cord Q&A
Q: How do I choose how much elastic cord I need for a bracelet? Should it have any tension on the cord, or only after you put it on? Where do I measure, on the person, to get it right?
Ask the Experts Setting Q&A
Q: What is the best way to set a cabochon 23x23mm by 4mm for a pendant? I have virtually no experience with adjusting for “tolerance.” Thank you.
Ask the Experts Embellishing Q&A
Q: Hello, what can I use in place of metallic beads for a bit of bling? I find that they tarnish quite quickly. Thank you.
Ask the Experts Flush Cutters Q&A
Q: What are the best flush cutters? Thank you in advance.
Ask the Experts Faceted Stones Q&A
Q: I'm looking for faceted gems stones to use in my wire wrapped jewelry. Any suggestions?
Ask the Experts Cupchain Q&A
Q: How do you wire cupchain? Can lengths be attached to each other?
Ask the Experts Topcoats and Glazes Q&A
Q: Hi, I would like to make charms using polymer clay and crystals (gluing them back on after baking) and then apply a shiny glaze so that the charms are glossy. Is this possible over the crystals or will they lose their sheen?
Ask the Experts Storing Metal Findings Q&A
Q: Should you store metal findings out of their original packages or is it best to leave them in the packages? I inadvertently left a lot of mine out of their packages and in drawers of the little plastic cabinets I was storing them in. Oddly some of both were in good shape and others not so much. Can you advise as to which is recommended?
Ask the Experts Twister Clasp Q&A
Q: I am having trouble understanding how the twister clasp works. Is there a video on this?
Ask the Experts Rhinestones Q&A
Q: I've never worked with flat-back rhinestones and want to apply some to a flat mother-of-pearl teardrop earring. What would work best for this, hot fix or not hot fix? I generally use the G-S Hypo cement for glue, would this be okay to use in this application?
Ask the Experts Mermaid Glass Q&A
Q: I have a question about "Mermaid Glass" beads. I'm in the process of setting up an Etsy shop which includes some items with these beads. Am I permitted to use the term "Mermaid Glass beads" in my description or title for these items, or is special permission needed? Thanks!
Ask the Experts Bead Caps Q&A
Q: How do I finish beads with bead caps? I love the professional finish the caps bring to the beads but don't know how to use them.
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Q: I am making bracelets using 4.6mm alphabet letters and 2mm leather cording. My letters (arranged into a word) are centered on the cord. To hold them in place so they don't slide, I tie a knot on each side of the word. I am looking to use some type of bead, crimp or something instead of the knot to prevent the letters from sliding on the cord. Any suggestions? I saw something called smart beads but I don't think the hole is big enough to fit the 2mm leather through it.
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Q: I am looking for hypoallergenic earring posts. My sister has had success with Rhodium plated and platinum plated earrings. Can you recommend anything for me?
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Q: What size settings do you use with what size cabochons?
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Q: Mom wants to make some clip-on earrings with her seashells. How do I do this?
Ask the Experts Pearls Q&A
Q: What is the difference between saltwater and freshwater pearls?
Ask the Experts Needles Q&A
Q: What needle should I use for my seed bead project?
Ask the Experts Tools Q&A
Q: When I use my split ring pliers to open the ring and put a charm on, I seem to "ruin" the ring. It doesn't close back up properly, but remains separated from the center. Am I opening them incorrectly?
Ask the Experts Hot-Fix Crystals Q&A
Q: Can garments which have been embellished with hot fix rhinestones be ironed safely? Or will the heat of the ironing cause them to un-adhere? I would be ironing at synthetic or silk settings, not at high.
Ask the Experts Crochet Q&A
Q: I would like to know what wire to use for bead crochet.
Ask the Experts Gemstones Q&A
Q: I recently collected a lot of small stones and pebbles on the beach and want to wire wrap them and turn them into pendants. However, after the stones dried, they lost some of the appeal that made me pick them up in the first place. How can I treat the stones to give them the ''just out of the ocean'' look again? And I need this to be permanent and safe to wear. Thank you,
Ask the Experts Wire-Wrapping Q&A
Q: Which precious metal wire forms the best, and does it hold its shape?
Ask the Experts Cord Coils Q&A
Q: How do you secure cord coils to rubber cord? The fit is pretty tight, but is there some way to secure it further? Thanks.
Ask the Experts Copper Q&A
Q: I would like to start using pure copper beads and findings, but I'm not sure about whether or not they can be cleaned at all, and if so, how? What about copper plated items?
Ask the Experts Business Competition Q&A
Q: A customer of mine told me that a competitor was bad-mouthing my business. We're in a small town, and I know the competitor. What should I do?
Ask the Experts Memory Wire Q&A
Q: How do you cut memory wire into individual loops for use with strand separators?
Ask the Experts Cupchain Mesh Q&A
Q: I'm curious about cup chain and cup-chain link mesh. Exactly what is it and how is it used? Thank you
Ask the Experts Business/Pricing Q&A
Q: I am looking to sell my jewelry online. Do I need to get a business number if I only plan on selling $100 or $200 worth of jewelry each year, if I am lucky?
Ask the Experts Customers Q&A
Q: I love doing shows! The problem I have is when there are several people standing at the booth. I'm afraid if I focus on one person, the others will leave because I am not paying attention to them. What do you recommend I do?
Ask the Experts Flat Back Q&A
Q: I am going to add some crystals to wooden letters. What would be better, flat backs or hot fix, and what glue would I use? If hot fix is better, how do you use them? Thank you
Ask the Experts Lover's Knot Q&A
Q: My great aunt used to tie her beaded necklaces into a lover's knot, but I have lost the instructions. Do you know how?
Ask the Experts Selling Q&A
Q: I recently started selling jewelry. I've had a repeat customer that has bought my standard sized beaded bracelets. However, she now wants them re-sized to be smaller. Should I charge her a fee to do this? I don't want to lose money on my supplies to do this, but I don't want to lose a repeat customer.