How To Use The Tri-Cord™ Knotter

Learn how to create professionally-formed, perfectly-positioned, consistent knots in a fraction of the time using the Tri-Cord™ Knotter. This tool is ideal for knotting pearl and bead strands using any cord material. Discover how to use this innovative knotting tool to string and finish a strand of pearls.
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[@Beadphoria]

I took this class given by Rio Grande at the Bead and Button Show. The video is the only one that I have found that accurately describes how to make a pearl necklace from beginning to end. Beadphoria highly recommends this video and the class that goes with it!

[@LuvMyWesties4]

I have thought about buying the Tri-Cord for years and now I have definitely decided to make the investment into buying one. Thanks for another great video Rio.

[@VivaDivaVancouver]

This is an excellent tutoring video, clear directions and very good camera work!
Well done! I love it. thank you very much!

[@beadydani]

Definitely explains it better than all the other videos.

[@evevf]

One of the best instructional videos I have viewed. Very precise, clear and easy to follow. Simply outstanding. Thank you

[@RioGrande1944]

We're so happy you found it helpful. Thank you so much for letting us know!

[@albertinsua4290]

Thanks, I held a Tri-Cord Knotter in my hands years ago and didn't know what it was till now. I look forward to getting my hands on another one now! 4:46 a.m. San Diego, California

[@RioGrande1944]

Glad you enjoyed it! We've been carrying this tool for years and it's amazing how quickly you'll be making perfect knots in your strands....it's kind of a mesmerizing process, too. Try it out!

[@101mosioatunya]

Excellent video! So clear and easy to follow.

[@touchedbygems]

This a fantastic demonstration....very easy to follow. Great Job. Thank you =)

[@sparklyscotty]

Brilliant! I have had one of these for years but never got on with it and still use tweezers. I will be blowing dust off my knotter and trying again now.

[@Roberttta43]

Excellent demonstration. Thanks.

[@RioTechs]

Wonderful. We're glad it was of some help. Thank you for watching.
Mark N Tech

[@hairbandchick1976]

Great video. I definitely need to invest in this.

[@Taciej1]

Thank you! Very, very helpful!

[@SvBNY]

I tried to use a Tri-Cord™ Knotter several times with disappointed results :-(
but after watching your video - great result from the second pearl!!!
Thank you very much!!!!!

[@dotty1549]

Great video ta muchly!

[@larissagg]

Amo esta herramienta pero cuenta trabajo aprender a usarla correctamnete.Por eso me facino este video la explicacion es excelente.

[@hairbandchick1976]

I definitely will. Thanks.

[@RioGrande1944]

Me alegra de que haya disfrutado este video! Por favor dejenos saber si hay algo mas en que le podamos ayudar.

[@RioGrande1944]

@101mosioatunya Glad you enjoyed it!

[@RioTechs]

Hi Tiff. I had to ask our top pear stringer and this is what she said. . >They need to make sure the cord it taught when about to release off the needle. The knot on the needle should have a pearl right up against it. When lifting the thumb lever it has to be one swift motion, not a quick flick. Also, they need to be careful to not try and help the knot off the needle, let the tool do the work.<
I hope this is of some help. Thank you for watching.
Mark N Tech

[@gohars9973]

Hi, what size of a silk thread would you suggest to use for the swarovski pearls and also for the freshwater cultured pearls?

[@insanityoctopus]

I am able to use the knotter fairly well, but I am having a lot of trouble getting the knots tight enough that the beads do not wiggle. Am I missing some trick or can I tighten the tool somehow?

[@19marisita]

Hola como puedo conseguir esta maquinita me podría alguien enviar soy de Guadalajara, Jalisco México esta genial

[@mariasanzone4935]

Dove si può comprare questo attrezzo

[@taniamara1327]

Como adquirir está ferramenta ?? Me interessei

[@ftrrsherdiwala1]

Kindly suggest website address i would like to puchase beading tools as wel beads.Thanks

[@19marisita]

Como puedo conseguir esa maquinista yo soy de Guadalajara, Jalisco m

[@carlalidoable]

Come si chiama quel piccolo apparecchi che serve per fare i nodi alla collana.grazie C. S.ciao

[@mnelson5121]

Hi Morgena1. This is a bead reamer , Our item number is 349125. I hope this is of some help.
Mark N Tech