Artbeads Tutorial - Beginner Basics: Knotting Beads with Cynthia Kimura

If you're new to jewelry making, this video will help get you started with the traditional technique of knotting between pearls and other beads. Watch Cynthia demonstrate this classic technique in two different ways. Once you've mastered the technique, you can knot between pearls to keep them protected or use it as a fun design element between other beads.
Learn more about the basics on our site: https://www.artbeads.com/learn/

ITEMS FEATURED IN THE VIDEO
You just need a few things to get started with knotting beads, here's a handy-dandy shopping list to make things easy:
Silk Cord (with Needle) - You can use all kinds of fibers to knot beads, but Griffin Silk Cord is our favorite. They make things easy by attaching a needle to the end of the thread for you. Try it in size 7 (0.75mm) with most pearls or experiment with other sizes and different beads. Shop all Griffin: https://www.artbeads.com/griffin-silk-bead-cord/
Beads - Pearls are traditional when it comes to knotting, but you can use any beads you'd like, just remember that you'll need your cord thickness to fit the bead hole. Shop pearls: https://www.artbeads.com/beads/freshwater-and-faux-pearls/
Shop all beads: https://www.artbeads.com/beads/
Bead Tips & Clam Shells - Use these at each end of the strand for a finished look.
Shop Cynthia's favorite: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/sterling-silver-clam-shell-bead-tip-2-rings/
View all bead tips & clam shells: https://www.artbeads.com/bead-tips-clamshells/
Pearl Clasp - These clasps keep your pearls secure while maintaining an elegant look.
Try Cynthia's favorite: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/sterling-silver-pearl-clasp/
Shop all pearl clasps: https://www.artbeads.com/pearl-clasps/
Knotter Tool - Try this handy tool for quick, consistent knots: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/beadalon-knotter-tool/
Tweezers - Use these precision tweezers to knot the traditional way: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/knotting-tweezers/
Bead Mat - Protect your beads and your beading surface with these bead mats: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/beadalon-7-75x7-75-inch-bead-mat-2-piece/
We sell them in larger sizes, too.
Large: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/beadalon-9x12-inch-bead-mat-3-piece/
Extra large: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/the-beadsmith-11-x-14-inch-bead-mat-3-mats/
Bonus: Adhesive - Add some extra security to the knots at the end of your strand with a little glue.
Try Gem-Tac: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/gem-tac-permanent-adhesive-2-fl-oz/
Try Jewel Bond: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-supplies/jewel-bond-glue-4oz/
Bonus: Open Jump Rings and Chain Nose Pliers - Sometimes you need to attach your clasp to your bead tips using open jump rings. You'll need two pairs of chain nose pliers and a jump ring at each end. Want to skip this part? You can knot your strand directly to your clasp, skipping the bead tips and jump rings entirely.
View all open jump rings: https://www.artbeads.com/open-round-jump-rings/
View all pliers: https://www.artbeads.com/jewelry-pliers/

RELATED TUTORIALS ON OUR SITE
How to Knot Pearls: https://www.artbeads.com/design-studio/how-to-knot-pearls/
How to Use a Closed-Loop Bead Tip: https://www.artbeads.com/design-studio/how-to-use-a-closed-loop-bead-tip/
Arwen Necklace: https://www.artbeads.com/design-studio/arwen-knotted-pearl-necklace-with-enhancer/

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