Cordons et Fils

Find cords, threads and beading wire for handmade bracelets, necklaces and other jewellery projects. Explore stringing materials including Beadsmith Opelon stretch cord, colourful bracelet cord and nylon-coated tiger tail wire.

Choose the construction method before comparing thicknesses. Stretch cord is different from beading thread or wire, and each requires an appropriate finish. The listed 0.38mm gold-colour tiger tail is nylon-coated stainless steel wire supplied on a 100m spool; gold describes its colour rather than solid gold content.

Compare the selected product's diameter or thickness, shape and supplied length. Opelon examples include flat fibrous cord on five-metre reels, while the red-and-white bracelet cord listing supplies ten metres without beads. Check the exact product details rather than treating all cords as interchangeable or assuming the pictured jewellery is included.

Before starting, work a short test section using the actual beads and findings you intend to use. Check that the material passes comfortably through each hole and leaves enough room for the additional passes or finishing steps specified by your pattern.

Estimate the total length needed for your project, including working tails, knots and trial sections. Compare the supplied length and pack contents on the chosen listing, and check whether needles or other accessories are included rather than assuming that every spool comes as a complete kit.

Follow product-specific care and finishing instructions. The most suitable choice depends on the complete design, not just the thread colour or a single thickness measurement.