and I do use the Tri Cord tool and like it VERY much thank you
Hi Beth, I finally taught myself to use the tri-cord knotter to do a
red coral necklace. I’m having trouble with the tool kind of abrading
the silk cord, and in one case, actually breaking it. The obvious
answer is that I am using too much force, but if I don’t, it seems
that the knot doesn’t want to snug up against the bead. Any idea what
I’m doing wrong, or any suggestions?
I have to restring it due to a clasp problem (too small for the
hands in question… long story), and would like to do a better job
this time.
I used 3mm 14k gold spacer beads between the coral beads, and
knotted between the coral and the spacers.
P.S. In what kind of store did you do your in-store show? Congrats
on your success!
P.P.S. Please call me and stop in for a visit if you find yourself
coming through Charlotte. Same for all you other Orchdians, too! 
To echo another recent thread, I’ve had the occasion to meet several
other members of the Orchid community and every meeting has been a
treasured experience! Orchid rules! 
Thank you, Hanuman!
All the best,
Dave
Dave Sebaste
Sebaste Studio and
Carolina Artisans’ Gallery
Charlotte, NC (USA)
dave@sebaste.com
http://www.CarolinaArtisans.com