The Beadsmith Fireline by Berkley – Micro-Fused Braided Thread – 6lb. Test.006”/.15mm Diameter, 125 Yard Spool, Crystal Color – Super Strong Stringing Material for Jewelry Making and Bead Weaving
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Jbug702
> 3 dayFireline is my go to beading thread.
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Kevin Corona
> 3 dayI like the fack that it never breaks. It is very durable. Id recommend buying this, till I find n e better n e way
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October Lady
> 3 dayMy all time favorite brand for beading thread!
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Sflamingogirl
> 3 daylove,love, love fireline
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Ethel Kessler III
> 3 dayThe listing is for Beadsmith fireline braided bead thread. I received the actual fishing line. Im very disappointed. Yes there is a difference.
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Barbara A Hesprich
> 3 daypicks up the beads, dont need to use a needle. works great
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J. W.
> 3 dayI am new to beading and have tried a few different types of thread - Fireline is my favorite. It produces an item with a little less drape than Nymo or spun threads, so it may not be ideal for all types of beadwork. I have been using this for loom beading (warp and weft) and it gives my bracelets a nice amount of structure. It is also much more durable than other types (no noticeable wear if I have to unpick a row or two and redo) - and tangles/knots less.
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Bead Woman
> 3 dayThis is so great for many of my seed bead projects when I need a bit of firmness and less flexibility. Its thin enough to thread into a #12 beading needle, too! The color is a soft white, it blends into light colored beads just fine.
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Glena
> 3 dayI’ve been using Fireline for years for my jewelry making. I could’ve sworn I ordered the black instead of crystal. I already have plent of crystal.
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Studio Donlyn
> 3 dayExcellent for bead weaving. Strong, thin, no stretch, and the right color to use with multi color beads.
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. |
