Secrets to French Wire
by Tammy Honaman, Author, Jewelry-Making Expert and Educator, Exclusively for Fire Mountain Gems and Beads®
Instructions
Step 1
Pass needle and thread through a bead.
Step 2
Pass a needle and thread through 1/2 inch of French wire or bullion.
Step 3
Pass the needle and thread back through the bead pulling tight until French wire forms a uniform loop.
Step 4
Secure tail thread and working thread using two overhand knots.
Step 5
Add a drop of G-S Hypo Cement® to the knot and allow to dry.
Step 6
Cover knot with the next bead of design or a crimp cover.
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