How to finish a beading loom project without cutting off its strings

[@deannasmith8196]

I now do this on every bracelet i make. It works great. I also do it for my bookmarks. It makes it so neat.

[@Line_Dancer_B]

Super easy! Thank you for sharing this method.

[@teaforone8339]

Weaving all the warp ends has always been my undoing - this is perfect!

[@jeancriner9378]

So much easier and neatly finished. Thank you!!

[@MoulderingMortal]

Dude that's so smart. This didn't even occur to me, thanks for sharing.

[@charrop2002]

You are a genius. I haven't done any bead work yet however I do have my loom warped and ready to go. I was searching for a way to finish my ends without having to back the piece with fabric to hide the strands. You have just solved all my problems and made my wishes come true. Thank you so much.

[@kristinfredriksson1212]

I dreaded using my loom until I discovered the slide connector, BUT that limited me to certain lengths of bracelets only. The connectors don't work ideally for earrings. I have used this strategy on 2 pairs of earrings. The first one I made the mistake of pulling the wrong thread and losing a final row of beads, but by the 3rd piece, I nailed it and it took less time than tying off and gluing my pieces or, Heaven forbid, weaving the thread back into the piece!!!!! Thank you so much for this simple techique. You have changed my beading life!!!

[@MrAsifmaredia]

Thank you so much. We can do on looming bracelet too

[@jpope2657]

This is freakin' BRILLIAN!!!

[@laurencefilo420]

That looks SO MUCH easier than anything I've seen! Has anyone experienced this method to be as secure than the most common other ways to finish off a loom project? Thanks

[@Angablue]

@@laurencefilo420 Thank you, please go through the comments, there are plenty of great testimonies there.

[@anca-danielabejan5296]

OMG, so clever...

[@babybean2019]

Wow thank you for your video. I've always had problems with getting rid of all the extra threads on my loom work. Thank you thank you thank you.💜

[@marilyny6958]

Great idea. Thanks for the video, I'll try this in my next looming project

[@juliedmclean]

I've heard of this method before and it was called the pull and pray method because you have to be careful not to pierce your threads when weaving . I never understood how to do it until now! Thank you so much! Will definitely try! You explained perfectly!

[@WiWaChanpi]

I like that extra tip, thank you!

[@Angablue]

Thanks for your comment, Julie. You said it right, the thread can not be pierced otherwise this method won't work. As I stated on the description of the video: "You can only use this technique if you have used the same continuous thread on your entire project. You can not make any amend or knot additional thread to it, otherwise, when you try to pull it through, it won't move."

[@balassaagnes9475]

Wow, it's a fantastic idea! Thank you so much!

[@inezannestes8162]

You are so smart! Thank you!

[@susanp7251]

Can you do a video on how you string your loom?

[@Angablue]

I will.

[@doggmopp]

This is so clever! I've never seen anyone do it like this. Thanks for sharing!

[@lorrietrapp8913]

This is just genius!!!

[@DeniseMcIntyre2016]

Very clever! Thank you!

[@gryphonshire]

Brilliant! Thank you so much for posting this most informative video. I've been enjoying making beaded jewelry with both string & wire for several years. I recently bought a bead loom but have found it more challenging to "finish" than I have with my other projects. This suggestion will help me tremendously! Thanks.

[@gloriathomas9873]

Oh wow this is the best tip yet, I too am fairly new to beading and the finishing us a pain. This looks do much easier thank you

[@priscillawilliams5171]

Thanks for sharing that's new to me from the other I have seen

[@vane_lao]

Wooow, so great! Thank you so much for sharing :)

[@awad2584]

You are amazing.... Thank you so much 😊woahhh

[@chimommorris158]

Pull and pray method!

[@Angablue]

I think you're getting too technical. ;-D

[@SilentNoMore64]

This is very clever indeed. The only thing is, my loom has bolts at the ends. I have to cut my ends to get my work off of the loom. Do I need to buy another loom with special ends?

[@Angablue]

Would you mind sending me a picture of your loom, please? Then, I will be able to help you. Here is my email [e-mail]

[@denisewelden9568]

So lesson learned. I tried that with a project I was doing and apparently I was putting the beads on too tight because the thread I was trying to pull through just broke on me so I have to tear it apart and start over. It was working, I just put the beads on too tight.

[@Angablue]

This is a very good point, Denise. In my own project (video), my work was tightly woven together. I was able to easily pull the thread though it for three reasons: 1) Because I used Japanese Delica beads (they've got a more uniform and wider hole size in comparison to other beads). 2) I used a strong and pre-waved thread. 3) I used a continuous thread in my whole project. Without the above (mainly 3) is virtually impossible to successfully execute this technique. Hope this helps.

[@denisewelden9568]

@@Angablue I was using Miyuca Delica beads, size 11. But as I was going along, I was pulling the thread too tight so that at the end, I was unable to pull the end threads through without my thread breaking. It was my fault ;)

[@rezevoirbulldogzabbb-d8646]

thank you for this!!!!!

[@WiWaChanpi]

Thank you! I have never seen this done before, and I am going to try it! WIll it work with long bead projects Like bracelets) or only the smaller ones?

[@scotraco]

that's what I want to see

[@isobelsolonik3742]

I tried to use this method, but when I tried pulling the warp threads they would not pull thru. I am doing bracelets. Am I pulling the weft thread too tight. I am using DB # 11 seed beads. I really like your way of not cutting the warp threads but not sure what I am doing wrong

[@Angablue]

Hi Isobel! This technique is great but very hard to use in bigger projects (like bracelets for example). How thick is your bracelet? I wonder if you are using a continuous thread on your project? I ask because this technique will only work if there are no knots (tangled) on thread. If that is not the case, then there is a chance you might be using a thread with no conditioning. In this video, I used Nymo size D, as it is lightly pre-waxed. Please let know more about your project...I would love to help.

[@isobelsolonik3742]

I am using DB #11 beads and I am using a continuous tread. 9 beads across about 8 1/2 inches long. I am using Nymo size D thread. I do put tension to make my rows straight, close together, not loose.

[@Angablue]

Isobel Solonik the tension is a problem, but even though, I wouldn’t recommend using this technique on a bigger project. Unless you manage to firmly secure the beaded project against a flat surface (to be able to pull the thread and don’t ruin it). I am sorry I can’t help you any further. Good luck!

[@deemcg7860]

If the thread will not pull thru then you must have "split" one of your warp threads when adding beads. This means your weft thread (the one attached to needle that you string the beads for each row onto) pierced thru the lengthwise warp threads. Easy to do when beading on a loom & does not show up until you try to do this finishing method. Can't be undone bc you don't know which row the piercing happened in :-(

[@lynnval33]

Only if you dont catch a warp thread as you weave

[@brathk9]

What is the technique for warping the loom top finish like this?

[@Angablue]

Sorry, I didnt get your question.

[@vickeyprevost9708]

I've got my loom project on the table now, it's 25 rows wide and 6 1/2 inches long.. but the threads don't pull thru, is it because when I've started a new thread, I knotted it to the warp threads? :(..

[@Angablue]

vickey prevost oh no Vickey. I am sorry to hear that. This is a big problem. All threads must be free to move, with no amends or knots. The whole project must take only one continuous thread (with no break)! Otherwise this technique won't work.

[@CircularElement]

It would be useful to see how you look this off the loom to begin with..

[@Angablue]

Could you please visit my website (Angablue.com > free tutorials)? There you’ll see some images of the project off the loom, right at the beginning. Many thanks.

[@alindastar4297]

I think this trick works only with even numbered threads, am I right?

[@Angablue]

Hi there! This technique can be used on both (even or odd) count. I showed the odd because I think the even one is easier to be split... please let me know if you have any further question.

[@alindastar4297]

Okay, thanks for the positive feed back. I might try this. I am fond of odd count weaving that way I can have centered points to my designs.

[@kathleenkane1672]

weft thread, where is it, the start and finish. I think I see only warp threads. If I can't tie on weft threads what do I do? Please explain , or better yet show a video. Is it the type of loom that allows you to use one continuous thread. Waiting for your reply. Thank you.

[@Angablue]

Kathleen Kane Hi Kathleen! This is the type of loom that allows you to use a continuous thread to form the base of the loom (also called the warp thread). Then, using a needle and a second long continuous thread (weft) you add the beads to the project. Neither of the two threads can be cut. They both must be continuously intact otherwise it won’t work. Please let me know if I was clear otherwise I will explain you more in a video.

[@kathleenkane1672]

thank you for your reply. in a larger project where one must add more weft thread, is there a way to do this technique.

[@Angablue]

Kathleen Kane I wouldn’t recommend using this technique on a bigger project. I did try and it was very frustrating, I just couldn’t do it. Good luck with your weaving. All the best!

[@Khota.raida5]

Good good

[@ravenwing1780]

What kind of loom do u use ?

[@Angablue]

Hello Lida! Sorry for the late reply. I use the Giant Peak Dale loom, made in England. The loom measures 300mm by 150mm (will take up to 86 warp threads), it's perfect for thicker bracelets.