Hi Carol! I've been using beading wire, and crimping beads to fasten them with. It looks very neat, but I've only done since this year so I don't know how long it will last. Anything I have with fishing line doesn't last long around here.

I'd love to see all your quilts!
Kudzu

Good Morning Carol

I also use beading wire and crimp beads. Like Kudzu said, it looks very neat.
I have used fishing line before but it doesnÂt seem to hang (drape) for me as nicely as the wire does. Also, I worry that any sharp edge on the drilled holes (in the glass) might eventually cut through the monofilament fishing line. Not as much of a concern with wire.

I prefer crimp beads to tying knots. I just donÂt have a very dainty touch and I end of with terrible looking knots. And crimp beads are easier to work with if youÂre trying to make matching wind chime strands and you need them to line up at a certain length.

I have used tiny jewelry lobster clasps or fishing swivels at the beginning of a wind chime line to make it easier to attach to top pieces or remove to repair but mostly I just loop the wire right through whatever holes I have in my top pieces.
I use lots of heavy glass beads on chimes so how heavy each line is kinda determines how many metal crimp beads I use in between each section.

I bet the chandelier piece is gorgeous and IÂm so anxious to see your finished project.
Aggie

I have no experience in making wind chimes or much of anything else Carol, I usually buy my garden junk treasures.

But I'd also love to see your quilts. Good to see ya! ~tenderlee

Morning Carol,

I have to agree with Kudzu and Saywhatagnes on the jewelers wire and crimping beads. They are so much easier to use and to me look better too. I haven't had much luck with fishing line either. Have fun being creative.

Donna in Florida

what about using jump rings on the glass then using the beading wire and crimp tubes on the jump ring?

Jump rings won't take much weight without coming open unless you know how to solder them....I don't know how but I plan to learn

patti

The biggest problem with Nylon fishing line is that it is not UV stable. In other words the molecular structure within the line will breakdown during prolonged periods of exposure to sunlight. Not good for glass wind chimes. The 2 and 4 lb Vanish and Trilene 100% fluorocarbon have the best UV stability; followed by FireLine, Spiderwire Stealth. But these cost more than the nylon and monofilaments types. On sale you might find 200 feet in the $15.00 range. Worth it in the long run - if you value your creations.

Robert

I was told to use fishing spinners in the holes in the glass. The smalls ones almost look like beads. Hope this helps!
Sally