A guide to leather cord | Beads Jar UK

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Leather cord can be used for bracelet and necklace designs when you require a thick, strong stringing material. It is available in a variety of finishes and colours to suit your designs. Here is a guide on the types of leather cord available and how they are best used to create fashionable pieces of jewellery.

Flat leather cord

Use flat leather cord for unisex pieces of jewellery. It is versatile to use and perfect for a natural look or boho inspired Bracelets.It can be used for simple stringing material and combined with a variety of cord ends for a secure finish.

Use for unisex jewellery
Adds a natural, rustic look to your designs
Fits a variety of cord ends
Versatile for necklaces, bracelets and craft projects.

Ultra micro fibre suede cord

This is found in a rainbow of colours so you can express your creative side! It’s actually made from polyester with the look and feel of suede which makes it a great alternative to leather. It is resistant to discolouration and fraying keeping your jewellery in top condition. You can wash this cord easily unlike natural leather. It is a soft material which is both flexible and strong for use in a variety of jewellery and beading projects.

Vegetarian alternative to leather
Soft, flexible and strong
Washable material

Round leather cord

Use this versatile round leather cord in your necklace or bracelet designs. It is available in a variety of finishes including shiny, matt and a roughened finish for a more rustic look. It is a thicker stringing material for use with heavier components and is great for unisex pieces of jewellery. Combine this with metal cord ends to finish your design.

Thick, strong stringing material
Use for unisex jewellery
Fits a variety of metal cord ends
Different finishes available

Braided leather cord

You will find braided leather cord is often made up as bracelets ready to string with your choice of beads. It is available in a variety of finishes and is best used in bracelet designs.

Ideal for charm bracelets
Often purchased as a finished bracelet
Variety of colours and different finishes available

Regaliz leather

This is a very thick leather which is used to create fashionable bracelet designs., also known as licorice leather. It is available in a variety of colours and some which feature crystals set within the leather. There are specialist leather cutters designed to trim regaliz leather as it is much thicker than a standard leather cord and may damage Scissors. Regaliz have a range of cord ends and charm sliders made to fit the regaliz leather perfectly so you can create a beautiful bracelet within minutes! Have a look at our design idea using regaliz leather and charms.

Ideal for charm bracelets
Range of cord ends and charm sliders available specifically for use with regaliz
Thicker leather for chunky bracelet designs

Express your creative side and incorporate some leather cord into your Jewellery Designs! There are plenty of styles and colours to choose from which you can make into a bold necklace or bracelet which requires thicker stringing material. Take a look at our cleaning jewellery guide on some top tips on how to stop your leather from cracking and keep it at its best.
Ready to get creative? Take a look at our range of leather cord to use within your designs.