Leather thong & cotton thong
Cords in a terrific range of colours which have so many uses in jewellery making and other crafts.
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Cotton Thong Product code: BT
Leather Thong Product code: LT
Waxed Cord Product code: WXC
Medium Cotton Thong 20m Product code: BTM
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Frequently asked questions about the collection: leather thong & cotton thong
Q: do you do suede thong?
A: Yes we do, you can find it at: www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Suede-2-5mm/bo4213 we also do a veggie option, fake suede which you can find at: www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Fake-suede-3mm/bo5289
Q: do you do the waxed cotton in 1.5mm size
A: Our waxed cord (WXC) is currently only available in 1mm thickness but our coton thong is available in 1mm (BTN), 1.5mm (BTM) and 2mm (BTK) thicknessess. You can see it here: www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Cotton-thong/bo4158 This is a very similar procuct, the main difference is that cotton thong has more of a coating so feels more sturdy and the ends can be singed with a lighter to seal them.
Q: Hi - I would like to make a leather choker for a pendant which has a bail 4mm in diameter. My idea is to braid three lengths of leather so that it's stiff enough to stay more or less in a circle shape when worn (the pendant isn't very heavy). Could you advise on the leather (or other stringing material) and how I should finish it off please? Many thanks.
A: I'd try the 1mm leather, you can just plait it and if you plait it tightly enough the results should be quite stiff. If you use the thin 1mm leather (LTN) then you will be able to squash the ends into a round leather crimp www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Leather-crimp-round-small/bo4038 to finish off. Just insert the leather and then squash the last rung of the crimp to secure it. Then you have a loop on either end that you can attach to a clasp.
Q: Hi, I'm looking for leather thong about 1.5-2mm diameter, black, that will hold a reef knot. I want to thread a ring onto it, and then tie the reef knot behind my neck, so that it will hold it. Can you help?
A: Try our thick leather thong (2mm) www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Leather-thong/bo4157#item2909 it's easy to use, strong and supple. If you tie your knots tightly they should stay secure for quite a while.
Q: How do you fix fasteners to the ends? Is leather better than cotton?
A: We have two types of 'ends' for leather and cotton thong, the flat which you can see here: www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Leather-crimp-flat/bo4037#item2800 and we have the round which you can see here: www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Leather-crimp-round-small/bo4038#item2802 The flat leather crimps are fixed in place using pliers to bend one side over onto the thread, then the next side on top of that. To use the round crimps you place the end of your cord, doubling it if necessary to insure a tight fit, into the spiral. Then with a pair of pliers grip the very last coil and squeeze gently but firmly until the spiral grips the cord. Once you have either of these ends in place you can attached your clasp using jump rings. Leather and cotton both work well.
Q: I am looking to make knotted bead bracelets and wondering what cord or leather you would recommend?
A: Probably some of the thinner 1mm leather LTN www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Leather-thong/bo4157 which comes in loads of different colours. It really depends on what look you want, cotton is much stronger than leather as it's woven together.
Q: I'm looking for a thread suitable for bookbinding & sewing two pieces of leather together securely. Do you stock anything that would work?
A: Having done an online search it looks like linen thread is used for most book binding. We stock one type of linen thread we you can have look at here: www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Linen-thread/bo4208#item2891 You may want to consult someone who specialises in book binding about whether this particular linen thread is suitable.
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