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Description
Elastic Crystal Thread, Stretchy String Bead Cord, for Beaded Jewelry Making, Mixed Color
Size: about 0.6mm in diameter, about 16.4 yards(15m)/roll.
Priced per 10 Rolls
Please Note: Slight deviations in colors is allowed due to different display device.
Crystal Thread & Elastic Crystal String
Both elastic crystal string and crystal thread can be used to make stretch bracelets, anklets or other jewelry crafts. There is no need for a clasp because of it’s elasticity. You can easily slide the bracelets around your wrist.
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Crystal Thread
Crystal thread is a round, single stranded thread. It is made of TPU material, somewhat soft and rubbery, with good tension, resistance and ageing resistance. It is easy to string beads and has some tenacity.
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Elastic Crystal String
Elastic crystal string, also called as flat crystal thread. It’s a multi-strand construction, which means that multiple strands of elastic fibers are interwoven to increase its flexibility and strength.
The advantage of this cord is that knots can easily be hidden in the bead holes without crimping.
It is recommended to double the crystal cord for stronger support when threading the beads.
Crystal Thread Vs Elastic Crystal String
Here we’re going to provide you with a simple guide to distinguish and choose the appropriate beading cord according to the instructions in the table below.
Comparison Chart
Crystal Thread
Elastic Crystal String
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Material
TPU
Spandex
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Structure
Single stranded thread
Multi-strand cord
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Shape
Round
Flat
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Colors
AvailableIn addition to the widely used transparent crystal thread, there are other colored but transparent crystal threads available, which are dyed at high temperatures on the base of transparent thread for high colour fastness and non-fading.
The elastic crystal string is available in a wide range of colors such as black, purple, red, blue, yellow-green and fuchsia. As it is a solid color and not transparent, it can have the effect of complementing the color of beads.
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Sizes
Available0.3mm /0.4mm / 0.5mm / 0.6mm / 0.7mm / 0.8mm / 0.9mm / 1mm / 1.2mm / 1.5mm
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Recommended
UsesIt is smooth, has a certain extent of toughness and can passes through beads of various materials easily such as gemstone and glass beads, resin beads, clay beads, lampwork beads etc.
Rich and beautiful colors, especially suitable for creating stretch bracelets with gemstone beads such as rose quartz, amethyst, citrine and garnet, which can highlight or complement the colour of the gemstone beads and add even more charm to your creations.
How to Choose the Right Bead Cord
When choosing the bead cord, try to find the largest diameter thread that can fit into your beads holes. After all, thicker cord can take on more weight, making your beads bracelets more durable, and not easy to break.
How to Knot Your Beading Cord
Crystal Thread
Preparation: 0.8mm cords & beads with 1mm holes.
Elastic Crystal String
Preparation: 0.8mm cords & beads with 1mm holes.
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