Black · Size #4
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Choose the cord size for your bead holes, then find the color that brings your pieces together.
Stringing & Knotting
Carded Nylon Bead Cord
Our go-to nylon cord for bead stringing and knotting. Each card has 2 meters of cord with a stainless steel needle attached.
1. Choose your size
2. Choose your color
20 colors
White
Light Pink
Dark Pink
Coral
Red
Garnet
Yellow
Amber
Carnelian
Beige
Brown
Dark Blue
Lilac
Amethyst
Turquoise
Jade
Medium Green
Gray
Black
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#4 (0.60 mm) / Black
In stock
About this cord
Our go-to nylon cord for bead stringing and knotting. Each card has 2 meters (about 6.5 feet) of cord with a stainless steel needle attached.
We've been selling this carded nylon for almost 3 decades now, and prefer its strength and resilience (and washability) over silk, and I personally have not had to re-string any of my necklaces since. And one more awesome thing - you can burn the cord with a lighter or Thread Zap to end it, so no more waiting for the glue to dry! Yippee!
- Sold by the card
- Choose your size and color above
- Sizes #0 through #16; color choices vary by size
Choosing your size
Start with the smallest bead hole in your project. Test the cord and attached needle through the bead, allowing room for any return passes. The measurements below are approximate cord diameters, not a guarantee of bead-hole fit.
| Size | Approximate diameter |
|---|---|
| #0 | 0.30 mm |
| #2 | 0.45 mm |
| #4 | 0.60 mm |
| #6 | 0.70 mm |
| #8 | 0.80 mm |
| #10 | 0.90 mm |
| #12 | 0.98 mm |
| #16 | 1.05 mm |
Approximate comparisons
Carded Nylon Bead Cord - #0 is approximately interchangeable with .010 beading cable and 28 gauge wire.
Carded Nylon Bead Cord - #2 is approximately interchangeable with .014 beading cable and 26 gauge wire.
Carded Nylon Bead Cord - #4 is approximately interchangeable with .019 beading cable and 24 gauge wire.
Carded Nylon Bead Cord - #6 is approximately interchangeable with .019 beading cable and 22 gauge wire.
Carded Nylon Bead Cord - #8 is approximately interchangeable with .024 beading cable and 20 gauge wire.
Carded Nylon Bead Cord - #10 is approximately interchangeable with .024 beading cable and 18 gauge wire.
Carded Nylon Bead Cord - #12 is approximately interchangeable with 18 gauge wire.
Carded Nylon Bead Cord - #16 is approximately interchangeable with 18 gauge wire.
Every piece tells a story of craft, patience, and intention. We believe in the beauty of handmade, the joy of creation, and the meaning found in what we choose to wear.The Bead Gallery
