what is the best material to use when making glass bead jewellery?

im new to making glass beaded jewellery and would appreciate any tip or tricks! i have some glass beaded jewellery that i have brought, the necklace is on fishing line and the bracelets are on elastic. i have also seen the tiger tail wire being used….
im a little confused as what to use!

First you need to base your stringing material by the size of the beads. The bigger and heavier the bead, the heavier material you’ll want to use. Also, how are you going to attach your closure? Fishing line you can tie and glue, you will need a crimp for wire.

Here is site with your options:

http://www.rings-things.com/stringing/stringing.htm

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