The larger the wire, the stronger it is A single braid can use 20 gauge - 18 gauge (0.8-1mm wire) Double braid 22 gauge - 20 gauge (0.6-0.8mm) If the bead hole is too small, use 22 gauge (0.6mm) ...
Full tutorial video above the title materials I used: Soft copper wire: 20 gauge (wire diameter 0.8mm): 12cm (about 5 inch) ...