Small Beads

Reduce abrasion when stringing smaller beads relative to the yarn size.
by Jackie E-S

Judith Gilbert of California offered this tip for reducing abrasion when using small beadsrelative to the yarn size they are being strung on.

A hint about the Beaded Lace Scarf – I tried something machine knitters do. Ran the yarn over a block of paraffin (the kind used for canning) to cut down on the abrasion from the beads (am using Jaggerspun Zephyr) and to help the beads slide on a bit more smoothly. Am using beads one size smaller than you recommend, so it's a bit of a tight fit. The paraffin will wash out very easily in warm water and a bit of soap.

Thanks Judith for your tip!

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