Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Galvanized Gold DB411 (2.5" Tube) Popular Picks and (3) it can be

and (3) it can be put through the right kind of needle

How do those other jewelry makers do it

and they are strong enough for making the finishing loops in heavy memory wire

5mm wide tips

Rings are soldered closed

Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Galvanized Gold DB411 (2.5" Tube) Popular Picks and (3) it can beMiyuki Delica beads are known for their perfect tube shape and extreme uniformity. Their perfect tubular shape and large hole size to bead size ratio makes them ideal for consistent bead weaving texture and multiple passes of fine beading thread, such as Fireline, Power Pro, KO Thread and Nymo. The 11 0 size is the most popular bead size, recommended in bead magazines and beading books everywhere. There are approximately 175 to 200 beads in one gram