What is C-Lon thread used for?
What is C-Lon thread used for?
beading
A beading thread made of nylon, C-Lon is a slightly flat monocord which can be used in many different jewelry-making techniques from simple bead stringing to weaving, knotting, netting, crocheting, warping, peyote stitching and more.
Is NYMO thread strong?
Nymo thread is strong and supple, but it can fray when it is overworked. Nymo is used with glass seed beads for off-loom bead weaving and bead embroidery or as a weft thread in loom beading. It is especially good for making jewelry with tassels and fringe that are strong but with supple movement.
What size beads for .8mm cord?
Bead Hole Sizes
| Wonder Beads | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bead Size | Hole Size mm / inches | Maximum Wrapping Wire Gauge |
| 4mm | 1mm / 0.041″ | 21 |
| 6mm | 1mm / 0.041″ | 21 |
| 8mm | 1mm / 0.041″ | 21 |
What’s the difference between S-Lon and C Lon?
The product is made at the same factory, on the same equipment, and to the same specifications; the only difference is that C-Lon is a taller spool than S-Lon/Superlon and C-Lon has more yardage on each spool. Other uses for this material are in upholstery and fabric trims like top-stitching on shoes and purses.
What do you use S-Lon cord for?
Product Description. S-Lon cord is perfect for knotting gemstones or beads, kumihimo braiding, jewelry stringing and much more.
What’s the difference between S Lon and C Lon?
What do you use S Lon cord for?
How many 6mm beads are in a 7 inch bracelet?
How many Beads do I need for my project?
| Bead Size | 7 inch Bracelet | 7.5 inch Bracelet |
|---|---|---|
| 6mm | 30 beads | 32 beads |
| 8mm | 22 beads | 24 beads |
| 10mm | 18 beads | 19 beads |
| 12mm | 15 beads | 16 beads |
What size beads for men’s bracelet?
10mm beads are the most requested size used in our handmade bead bracelets. Why? We wonder the same thing, but it seems that customers prefer this size bead more than 6mm, 8mm, or 12mm when selecting their bracelets. 10mm beads are just the right size for making a bold statement that is also quite tasteful.
What is C-Lon bead cord?
C-Lon Bead Cord is a 3-ply twisted multi-filament bonded nylon cord available in 116 colors. The color range is fabulous, with lots of bright jewel colors and subtle tones. It is perfect for simple or complex beading projects, micro-macrame jewelry, bead crochet, cordmaking, kumuhimo braiding, half-hitching, Cavandoli tapestry knotting or tatting.
Where can I buy C-Lon products?
Our C-Lon products are available exclusively through Caravan Beads and made right here in the USA. Available in six different weights it is easy to find the perfect thread or cord for any project.
What is the size of C-Lon bead cord Tex 210?
C-Lon Bead Cord Tex 210 with a 0.5 mm thread diameter is comparable to Tuff Bead Cord Size 5, D&E Nylon #18, Beadsmith Nylon #18, Conso Nylon #18 (discontinued), or Mastex Nylon #18 (discontinued), with the added attraction of the widest color range on the market and a smaller price per spool.
What is the difference between c-Lon micro and fine weight beads?
C-Lon Fine Weight Bead Cord is the newest size of C-Lon. It is slightly thicker than the Micro Cord making it perfect for kumihimo with size 11/0 beads, Swarovski pearls, and Miyuki Long Drop Beads (LDP).
