The Beadsmith Fireline by Berkley – Micro-fused Braided Thread – 8lb. Test, .007”/.17mm Diameter, 125 Yard Spool, Smoke Grey – Super Strong Stringing Material for Jewelry Making and Bead Weaving
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Kindle CustomerMichele Huff
> 3 dayI use this to make beaded jewelry. This was a very good price so I grabbed a couple spools.
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j
> 3 dayNeeded for seed bead jewelry making
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elzora
> 3 dayI love the Beadsmith line, and when I have a project that calls for small seed beads, this is my go to brand. Its very thin, easy to thread into a needle (even with a tiny hole) and it is STRONG. Michaels uses this thread in the bead classes they offer. Unfortunately, I was sent the wrong color, I wanted white and not gray, so I had to return this spool of Beadsmith thread. That was the only reason it was returned. The thread itself is a good product that will last and last and not break. I sell my handmade jewelry, and the last thing I want is for a customer to return an item to me because the thread broke on them. I dont have to worry with this brand! The price is a bit high, but I feel it is worth it to have the confidence it will hold up over time.
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Maria Eyerman
> 3 dayLove this for beading but I wish it was a little less expensive.
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Rita F
> 3 dayLove using Fireline for my beadwork, especially for smaller beads or Miyuki Delicas 11/0 and 15/0s. Very strong thread. Will always use it for my jewelry projects!
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Kim Orecchio
> 3 dayThank you. Will buy again. Fireline tends to be a bit expensive.
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Eva Almasi
Greater than one weekIt is perfect to beading
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Carla B
> 3 dayWax it or not its the best thread for beading for any weight beads.
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RUTH MILTS
Greater than one weekI use this to make beaded jewelry. It lasts without stretching or breaking for years.
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mrsmonkeytoes
> 3 dayhaving a lot of trouble with this unraveling if im trying to use a long strand. end up having to waste almost half of it. doesnt happen with the black.
When you want to create necklaces or bracelets quickly and efficiently, Fireline is up to the task. This is a microfused, braided bead thread consisting of Dyneema, a gel-spun polyethylene which is known as the strongest fiber, per diameter, ever created. It has an unbelievably high tensile strength and has been recommended in numerous how-to articles on beadworking. Originally used in the fishing industry as a strong fishing line, the thread was adopted by the jewelry making community and has been super popular ever since. Fireline comes in 5 sizes: 2lb. test strength with a .003”/.07mm diameter, 4lb. test with a .005”/.12mm diameter, 6lb. test with a .006”/.15mm diameter, 8lb. test with a .007”/.17mm diameter, 10lb. test with a .008”/.20mm diameters and 14lb. test with a .009”/.22mm diameter. The spools come in a variety of lengths and in 3 colors: clear, black and smoke grey. For stringing and weaving we suggest English beading needles. Use a #12 for 2-6lb. test and a #10 for larger diameters. To finish off your Fireline jewelry your best option is a thread burner. The Beadsmith Thread Zappers are a perfect solution. You can control exactly where the heat is applied. Tie a knot to finish your project and burn the end. A small ball will form on the melted end, preventing the knot from untying.
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FIRELINE:This is a microfused, braided bead thread consisting of Dyneema, a gel-spun polyethylene which is known as the strongest fiber, per diameter, ever created. It has an unbelievably high tensile strength and has been recommended in numerous how-to articles on beadworking. |
EASY FINISH:Because this is a super strong material, we recommend using sharp, precise scissors for cutting the string. However, the thread can also be burned instead of snipping. A thread burner is easier to use and more precise. This method seals the ends, which prevents frayed edges or split ends. |
VERSATILE:Originally used by fisherman as a high-quality fishing line, this thread took off in the jewelry making world. It can be threaded on a needle and used for stringing or bead weaving. The thread does not stretch, or tangle and the strength of the cord is essential when working with heavier beads and findings. |
