can you use crimp beads on silk cord?

Why not? If the cord fits thru, I don't see why you couldn't.

sure you can. there are even crimp ends make specifically for cord and ribbon that are sized to the diameter of the cord/leather/ribbon.

i am concerned about slippage and also the metal cuttting the cord... any thoughts?

I wouldn't. It'd cut right through it, and soon. ~~ Sooz

I really just don't like the look of crimps, so I'd much rather tie the silk.

Tina

sooz, i think u r probably right. so, as u know i am into pearls lately, what is the traditional way to do the ends of pearl strands?

thanks :)

On Sun, 29 Aug 2004 21:13:13 -0400, alia wrote (in message ):

Knotting and french wire to cover the last little bit of silk that connects to the clasp. French wire (aka gimp or bullion) is a real pain to work with, but looks lovely when it's done right.

Kathy N-V

Yes. Clamshells with a knot inside will also work. ~~ Sooz

the french wire sounds too hard, so i think i'll stick to the clamshells. glad to hear that is an acceptable method. thanks!