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We are very happy to say that reader
response to this page has been excellent. In April, one reader emailed a tip
to share and two others emailed questions which Dwyn has answered.
Question from
reader: How do I get the clasp to
lay flat on a bracelet?
Beading Times:
That can depend on the type of clasp.
However, if the clasp won't lay flat on the table, it won't lay flat on
your wrist. If a twisted clasp is attached with a link or jump ring, try
adding another jump
ring - the clasp should then lay flat at a different angle. If
you have used a crimp bead on the thread, make sure the crimp bead has not
been fastened at an awkward angle. We hope that these tips have solved our
reader's problem. If not, she can email the specific type of clasp she
is using (or post her problem on our discussion board) and we'll try to
further help her.
Question from
reader: How do you determine how long to measure the
thread for a bracelet?
Beading Times:
Getting the right length of thread for a finished bracelet -- hmm. I am
generous when measuring out thread - as thread is cheaper than my time to
restring something that is too short. For the cable types, i.e.
Beadalon, I usually do the base bracelet length, approx 7 inches, plus 2
inches each end (11 or so inches. That way, if I have to cut one end off
before it is finished, I still have enough to move down the cable and recrimp it. Which I have had
to do more than once!
TIP FROM READER:
Many people use a beading board to lay
out their designs. However, jewelry may look right on a beading board
but hang incorrectly on the body. Here's how Miriam Gorin of Rio de
Janeiro, Brasil addresses the problem:
"Following a friends suggestion I
always make a small sample of the my project, if it is a necklace the
sample looks like it was made for Barbie the doll. It helps a lot."
This is your magazine as much as it is
ours -
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