Comments on: How to drill small hole in a shell to make jewelry?

By: Olivia Juric

Olivia Juric — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:07:09 +0000

Please advise type of drill for conch, jingles, olive/key shells, sand dollars, sea beans

By: yarnlady_needsyarn

yarnlady_needsyarn — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 05:23:59 +0000

While some beadmakers today use small electric drill on their shells, this doesn't work too well because it often shatters the shell. Most people who make beads from shells use methods that have been employed from the beginning.
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By: Sylvia D

Sylvia D — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:40:59 +0000

With a hand drill. Dont forget to put sticky tapeon both sides of where you want to drill, it'll prevent the shell from breaking
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By: rangerplanner

rangerplanner — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:07:59 +0000

You need to use a drill with a "masonry" bit. They are only about $2-$3 at any hardware store. Bring in the string you are using with you to the store and show it to the sales guy. He will be able to show you what size drill bit to get that will be big enough for the string to go through and be small enough not to do any unneccesary damage.
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By: Ash

Ash — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 03:57:59 +0000

hand drill drilling gun
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