Prayer Beads

You can use these pieces for many types of prayer beads. Simply create the required number of beads and the optional separator beads. The one I created is the Islamic version.

This is only my second 3D printing project, having only recently acquired a 3D printer. This is also my first ever jewelry type of project so I did a bit of guess work along the way.

I used two strands of monofilament bead cord through all beads. If I make another I'll try the flexible bead cord. That might be a better choice for this sort of project.

Assembly is straight forward. I've included two types of separator beads. Feel free to use one of your own design or resize one that I provided. Simply run your bead cord through all beads and then both ends of the cord into the end piece. The hole is 2mm so it's large enough to accommodate two strands of flexible 0.8mm bead cord. Depending on the type of cord you are using you might be able to just tie a knot at this point. If using something finer such