Beadalon are possibly the best known name in the Beading World.
Beadalon has been the originator, Innovator and Manufacturer of flexible bead stringing wire. They are unique in the industry in that they are the only Company that makes its own wire, strand and cable for bead stringing. Brands other than Beadalon simply label or respool wire purchased from third party factories. Beadalon operate their own factory, operating 24 hours a day.
Beadalon own manufacturing capability means they have the capability to design and produce exciting new wire products in-house, such as the industries first KINK FREE Titanium Wire, Silver Plated and Gold Plated wires and the sophisticated range of Metallic and Satin coloured wires. Beadalon produce the widest selection of Beading wires available.
With the growing interest and demand for metal smithing and wire wrapping, Beadalon acquired the Artistic Wire Company, manufacturers of the most extensive range of permanently coloured wire including colored copper wire, non-tarnish silver and non-tarnish silver plated wires for Jewellery and Crafts. Artistic wire is available in 13 gauges and 55 colours – something for everyone. The two wire product lines complement each other and Beadalon in-house manufacturing and spooling capability enable Beadalon to control quality, speedy delivery times and to engineer and develop new products into the future.
Although Wire is the Beadalon specialty, they are much more than just a wire manufacturer. Beadalon offer a full range of beading supplies including exclusive cords, findings, wire wrapping supplies, tools, organizers, books, DVD’s and more! Beadalon goal is to create – not imitate and they are often copied. Examples include Scrimp Findings – adjustable miniature findings with a set screw that takes the place of a crimp, Bead Bumpers – tiny stretch beads that can be used for spacers, Oval memory wire, the industries first sterling silver crimp beads and Bead Master – a computer based beading teaching aid created with interactive technology to instruct on how to make extremely difficult looking stringing designs.
Beadalon are possibly best known for their stranded Beading wires. 7 Strand wire is the most widely used – though as Beaders are becoming more knowledgeable, 19 strand and the professional 49 strand beading wires are becoming more popular. CJ Beaders can supply the entire range of Beading wires in diameters from 0.25mm to 0.91mm and lengths from 3.5m to 1,525m! Most recently, Beadalon have introduced the world’s first kink free beading wire, new Beadalon KINK FREE Ti. This technologically advanced Titanium alloy wire is super-elastic and offers dramatic kink resistance. When pinched and released, the wire returns to its original straight shape, without kinking. KINK FREE Ti is ideal for use on jewelry designs subject to lots of twisting, looping, and extreme movement. The wire holds its shape and works well on designs made with crystal, metal, and medium to heavier weight beads. The sleek Titanium gunmetal finish looks elegant and coordinates well with our range of gunmetal findings.
Beadalon produce a huge range of findings, all of which are available from CJ Beaders. The most recent additions include elegant ‘Upper Clasps’. Upper Clasp findings are fashionable, premium quality findings that mimic the high-end look, feel, and function of more costly, precious metal clasps. A combination of genuine Austrian crystals, high quality imitation pearls and cameos, and intricate piercings make each clasp one-of-a-kind. Use an Upper Clasp to transform your design from a bracelet or necklace into a true keepsake, or make Upper Clasp the focal point of your design. All Upper Clasp findings are Made in Europe from nickel free components and have a brilliant electroplated Nickel-free Gold or Rhodium finish.