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FireLine Braided Beading Thread – 8 lb (Smoke & Crystal)

FireLine 8 lb is a heavy-duty braided beading thread designed for projects that require extra strength and long-term durability. It’s ideal for larger beads, crystals, and designs that experience higher tension.

Best for

• Larger glass beads

• Crystal and stone beads

• Statement bracelets

• Structural beadwork and heavier designs

Why choose 8 lb FireLine

• Maximum strength for demanding projects

• Excellent abrasion resistance

• Maintains shape under tension

• Ideal for thicker bead holes

Available options

• Colors: Smoke, Crystal

• Lengths: 50 yards, 125 yards

Recommended for

Designers working with heavier materials or bold designs where durability matters more than minimal thread visibility.

Pound test (lb) refers to the maximum tensile strength of the thread — in simple terms, how much force the thread can withstand before breaking.

FireLine is rated by breaking strength, not thickness alone.

In plain language:

• 4 lb = breaks at ~4 pounds of force

• 6 lb = breaks at ~6 pounds of force

• 8 lb = breaks at ~8 pounds of force

As pound test increases:

• The thread becomes stronger

• The diameter becomes slightly thicker

• It handles heavier beads and higher tension better

💡 Important: Higher pound test does not mean “better” for every project.
The best choice depends on bead hole size, bead weight, and stitch type.

FireLine is manufactured by Berkley, but is widely trusted in professional beadwork for its exceptional strength-to-diameter ratio.