Common Types of Jewelry Handmade Threads

Jade Thread

• Material and Characteristics: Typically made from polyester, this thread is available in a variety of colors, with uniform thickness and a smooth surface. It is resistant to pilling and has good abrasion resistance.

• Uses: Commonly used for creating 108-bead necklaces as well as various styles of bracelets. It can also be woven into hand straps, ankle straps, necklace cords, mobile phone charms, etc. The No. 71 jade thread is finer and suitable for intricate small items, while the No. 72 jade thread has a moderate thickness that allows for broader applications.

Cotton Thread

• Material and Characteristics: Made from high-quality fiber materials, this thread features a smooth and rounded body that is soft with low elasticity. It possesses high strength and durability while being resistant to pilling and breakage.

• Uses: Widely applied in the production of Buddhist bead bracelets; it is also suitable for weaving simple or complex bracelets. Additionally, it can be used to create necklace cords, mobile phone lanyards, bag straps, etc.

Core Elastic Thread

• Material and Characteristics: This rope consists of polyester material woven around an elastic core. It offers good elasticity and abrasion resistance but tends to knot easily without loosening; however, its lifespan is approximately six months after which it gradually loses elasticity.

• Uses: Primarily utilized for wooden bead bracelets such as olive pit or peach pit varieties; not recommended for gemstone beads due to potential chipping upon impact.

Glass Fiber Elastic Thread

• Material and Characteristics: Composed of numerous fine elastic threads that do not break immediately when worn down but are less durable against wear.

• Uses: More suited for crystal or stone-based bracelets; not advisable for use with hard-wearing items like walnuts or other delicate collectibles prone to damage.

Hand-Twisted Cotton Thread

• Material and Characteristics: Made by twisting multiple strands of fine cotton together; highly durable with a unique appearance that can be unraveled at the ends to create tassels adding decorative flair.

• Uses: Suitable for weaving various types of bracelets or bangles where the tassel effect enhances the overall design; can also be employed in crafting other accessories featuring tassel decorations.

Gold Thread

• Material and Characteristics: Available in specifications such as three-strand (3-ply), six-strand (6-ply), nine-strand (9-ply), this thread exhibits metallic luster which adds elegance and depth to creations.

• Uses: Three-strand gold thread is primarily used for wrapping purposes; six-strand gold thread commonly serves as edging on various loops while nine-strand gold thread may function as the main component in hand straps or embellish edges on woven pieces as accents.

Stranded Line

• Material & Characteristics：Typically composed of multiple strands twisted together，this line boasts vibrant colors，high color retention，softness，and comfort。

•Uses：Three-stranded lines are mainly utilized for wrapping purposes；eighteen stranded lines are often employed in crafting hand straps、ankle straps、necklace cords、mobile phone charms among other accessories。Segment-dyed stranded lines allow artisans to weave colorful patterns rich in layers。