Created by a Japanese company, this 100% nylon thread slightly different from others as the thread isn't created from twisted fibers which prevents fraying and splits when threading. Nozue was specifically made for the beading industry, with its characteristic thin thread, ease to put it through needles and can be easily cur or burned with a threading burner.

Thread has a long but limited life span; old thread will hold together for a while but will be prone to wear and tear resulting in fraying and eventually snapping. I do have some, but I keep it for decorative purposes as they are on wooden cotton reels and I love them. Another popular thread in the jewellery community, Fireline has also been used for fisherman for their lines due to its superior strength and inability to be pieced (unless under a great force).Fireline is know for its distinctly strong braided synthetic thread, from gel spun polyethylene to create a fine thread. This thread is made to be a supporting feature to your creations - there is little colour choice or shine to the thread - but don't let it deter you! The thread is perfect for on loom or even off loom weaving and is a great alternative to Nymo threads for sharper edged beads like Miyuki Delicas, Swarovski Crystals, cut glass and natural gemstones as its natural dexterity and proficiency allow this to create high-class but resilient pieces. Threading eyebrow hair is faster and less painful and irritating than tweezing or waxing, not to mention it’s more effective at removing the tiny, almost invisible hairs you might miss with tweezers. Mayo Clinic. "Roseola." March 15, 2008. (Accessed 08/14/09).http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/roseola/DS00452 Eyebrow threading is a centuries-old technique that began in the Middle East and South Asia. [2] [5] In some countries, it signified rites of passages such as preparing for marriage. [2] [6]Devine, Christine. "Threading Hair Removal Technique." MyFoxLA.com. July 31, 2009. (Accessed 08/16/09).http://www.myfoxla.com/dpp/entertainment/beauty/Threading_Hair_Removal_20090730 Artificial fibres can be processed as long fibres or batched and cut so they can be processed like a natural fibre. This same threading technique can remove unwanted facial and body hair, such as above the lip or on the legs. Areas other than your eyebrows don’t need mapping—simply roll the thread from top to bottom over the entire area to remove the unwanted hair.

For small tutorial on weaving using polyester cord, we have one here created by Emma for some easy inspiration. Facter, Sue. "Threading: Hair-raising Trend." USA Today. April 23, 2003. (Accessed 08/14/09).http://www.usatoday.com/life/2003-04-23-threading_x.htmLitak, J.; Krunic, A. L.; Antonijevic, S.; Pouryazdanparast, P.; Gerami, P. (2011). "Eyebrow Epilation by Threading: An Increasingly Popular Procedure with Some Less-Popular Outcomes—A Comprehensive Review". Dermatologic Surgery. 37 (7): 1051–1054. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2011.02016.x. PMID 21585596.

So for this post I'd thought I would look through some of the most important components of a jewellers and crafters collection - the beading thread! Hecht, Ann (2001). The Art of the Loom. London: The British Museum Press. p.18-19. ISBN 0295981393. Verma, S. B. (2009). "Eyebrow threading: A popular hair-removal procedure and its seldom-discussed complications". Clinical and Experimental Dermatology. 34 (3): 363–365. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2008.02920.x. PMID 19021633. S2CID 29042041.Do not translate text that appears unreliable or low-quality. If possible, verify the text with references provided in the foreign-language article.

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