This method works for any frame and any bead, but I am using Herkimer Diamonds and Open Oval pendant by Amoracast here.  Start by cutting wire that is long enough for the wrapping of the beads. Here I have cut 10cm to wrap 3 beads. Then you thread the beads, holding them down on […]
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When you have a long section of beads that you want to thread with wire (and have it keep its shape) but the wire is soft, there are ways to support it. One such method is to wrap a frame around the beads.  Start with a generous length of wire – calculating the number of […]
Note that any of the beads and the wire can pretty much be substituted. It is a matter of comfort and you want the wire you choose must be able to go through some of the beads twice. Thread the beads for the ring with desired wire. Here I have used 26 gauge (0.4mm) gold […]