What are some good, strong, long lasting materials that I can use to make a rosary. A rosary that will be getting alot of use and not one that will just sit in a box, I want one that I can carry in my pocket,wear and use.
www.rosaryshop.com has all the parts to make a rosary just not sure what would be the best to choose?
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Thanks for your time Hope you have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
(note please answer this question like a mature adult this question is not about should I pray the rosary ,but how to make one. Thank You)
2006-12-07 05:53:23 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I just joined last Easter and I have one that is kind of Fancy, but I actually prefer the one that my sponsor made for me.
It is made out of a Colored thread, about 1/8" in diameter, they then tied knots for the Prayers and even tied somehow to make the Cross.
It can go through the Washer, fits in any pocket, does not rattle, it means more to me also because of who made it.
I will look for a link on how it was made and post if I can find it!
God Bless, and have a Merry Christmas!
2006-12-07 06:12:33 · answer #1 · answered by C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have the patience to do so, I think putting each bead on its own individual link is the best method. For one thing, if one link breaks, your whole rosary doesn't fall apart. But it takes a lot of time and work.
I do some jewelry making and I have had very good experiences with the "flexiwire" that site mentions. Beadalon is a reputable brand, and you can get it cheaper online at sites like www.firemountaingems.com or www.jewelrysupply.com The downside with wire is that it is just that - wire. Bend it enough and it will break, causing your whole rosary to fall apart. But it is very easy to work with and much faster to create a piece.
As for the beads, most materials should be just fine. In fact, you might want to avoid the more fancy gemstone or semi-precious gems as they are sometimes softer materials and more likely to chip. Czec glass has served me well.
Good luck! Blessings!
2006-12-07 06:06:38 · answer #2 · answered by Church Music Girl 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I make rosaries (and will be selling them next year). I use www.rosaryparts.com to buy. I use wire and string my rosaries, I can't do the metal links very well. My rosaries don't break and I've never had any problems with them and they are easier to make.
2006-12-07 05:57:12 · answer #3 · answered by sister steph 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋