Build the foundation for your jewellery designs with our full range of stringing materials—featuring bead cord, beading wire, leather thonging, and jewellery chains. Whether you're crafting dainty necklaces or bold beaded bracelets, you'll find the right material here. Wholesale options available for studios, schools, and DIY brands. Explore our sub-collections: Bead Cord & Threads, Bead Wire, Leather Cord & Thonging, and
Wholesale Jewellery Stringing Materials for All Projects
Arbee offers wholesale pricing across our full range of bead thread, cord, and stringing solutions. Choose from elastic, nylon, waxed, leather, and wire varieties to match your project needs—ideal for jewellery kits, school programs, and market-ready designs. For bulk pricing and customised orders, visit ourwholesale page or contact our support team.
String, Wrap, and Connect with Quality Materials
From stretch cord for bracelets to polished chains for pendants, this collection supports every stage of your jewellery-making process. Beading wire adds structure, while cotton and leather cords offer flexibility and texture. Combine with Clasps & Toggles or Jewellery Findings to complete your designs professionally.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bead Thread & Cord
Do you offer wholesale pricing on stringing materials?
Yes, wholesale options are available across our entire range. Visit our wholesale page or contact us to discuss bulk ordering.
What’s the difference between cord, thread, and wire?
Cord is thicker and more durable, ideal for larger beads; thread is finer and suited for intricate work; wire offers structure and is used for precision designs.
Can I use these materials for professional jewellery making?
Absolutely. We supply a variety of professional-grade cords, wires, and chains suitable for both hobbyists and jewellery businesses.
Do these materials work with all bead types?
Yes, with various thicknesses and strengths available, our range supports everything from lightweight acrylic to heavy gemstone beads.
Established 1902
About Arbee Craft
The Arbee Business began in 1902. The owner Mr. R.B.Stevens, a leather merchant, started the business to sell his leather items.
The original Arbee business, shop and factory, was in Swanston Street, Melbourne.
By the 1930s Arbee had expanded to make the famous Arbee moccasins. These became well known as they had durable cowhide on the outside and a layer of lambswool on the inside. Arbee made the moccasins for many years and the kits were very popular in the 1960s and 1970s. During this time Arbee diversified with some other products that were popular e.g. cane items.
