Bead Bee is located in the Orlando - Winter Park Area
665 Harold Ave Suite B · Winter Park, FL 32789 · 407. 895. 0062

 
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Our boutique features exquisitely designed jewelry especially created for women of style.

We also offer custom design jewelry services for any occasion.

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STRINGING MATERIALS FOR JEWELRY MAKING

There are many different types of bead stringing materials available. This variety allows beaders to choose stringing materials that are suitable for particular bead projects.

Flexible Beading Wire
Brands such as Bead Smith Flex Rite and Soft Flex offer a flexible beading wire created from stainless steel. There are varying qualities of flexible beading wire determined by the number of strands. The higher the strand count the stronger and more flexible the beading wire.

Medium weight is usually .018" or .019" wide. This is suitable for most projects. If you are using freshwater pearls or gemstone beads with small holes, then light weight flexible beading wire may be a better option.

Heavy weight beading wire is usually about .024" wide and can be used for heavy projects featuring large metal beads or heavy glass beads and stone beads.

Flexible beading wire requires the use of crimp beads and findings.
   
  Gossamer Stretch Cord
Stretch cord is great for creating bracelets. This is a fibrous cording material with great elasticity. This can be used for acrylic beads, glass beads and gemstone beads that are lighter weight. Charms can be added to stretch bracelets for additional personalization. Stretch cord is perfect for creating one size fits all bracelets.