Flex-Rite 49 Stainless Steel Jewellery Wire 0.45mm

Highly rated by Bead Magazine (and also by us), this Flex-Rite beading wire is a great choice for all bead stringing. Ideal for floating bead necklaces, hanging pendants and for general stringing to add sparkle and shine.

Available in a choice of popular colours to compliment all your gemstone and metal beads: Black, gold colour, steel tone, white and pearl silver.

• Measuring 0.45mm in diameter
• It comprises of 49 strands of stainless steel with a nylon coating 
• Professional quality, resists kinking with no compromise on flexibility
• Strong and long-lasting 
• Will take a weight up to 24lbs (this is the same weight as nearly two of the office Jack Russell!)
• Great for crimping so why not try it with our magical crimping pliers.

Tip: It is cheaper to buy our threads by the reel instead of per metre, especially if you are doing a few designs.

• Dispatch days: Monday to Friday (ex Bank Holidays).
• Typical turnaround: Most orders are shipped the same day if placed before our cutoff.
• During busy periods: Dispatch may take longer during sales events or for complex/custom orders.
• Special Delivery cutoff: Orders for Special Delivery must be placed by 12 noon for same day dispatch.

UK Delivery Options

• Free UK Delivery - Orders over £50.
• Standard Delivery - 3–5 working days with Royal Mail Tracked 48.
• Express Delivery - 1–2 working days with Royal Mail Tracked 24 - only £4.99.
• Special Delivery - Next working day with Royal Mail - from £7.99.
• Courier Delivery - Next working day with FedEx - from £14.99.

International Delivery

• Method: Sent via Royal Mail Tracked, handed over to your local postal service for final delivery.
• Estimated time: Usually 5–10 working days.
• Cost: Starts from £12.99 (varies by destination and order weight).
• Important note: Local import duties, taxes, or customs fees may apply and are payable by the recipient on arrival (not included in our shipping charge).

EU Delivery

• We do not currently ship to EU countries.

US Delivery

• Delivery to the US is temporarily suspended due to recent import tax changes.

Additional Notes

• All times are working days (excluding weekends and public holidays).
• Track your order using the details sent in your confirmation email.

Questions? Contact us

Full delivery and collection information

• You can return unused items in their original packaging within 30 days of delivery.
• Earrings and earring parts cannot be returned for hygiene reasons.
• Return shipping is at your cost unless the item is faulty or damaged in transit.

Full returns and refund information