Eleanor Burns recommended using Beadwrangler Salamide Type A waxed beading thread for handsewing. It does not twist or shred, is very thin and strong. It's what I use for all EPP. There are many colors available. She use to sell a set of different color spools on her website. I have had a set for years and haven't run out yet. Threads magazine just recently had an article about using waxed beading thread for handsewing for hems, buttons, emblellisments, bindings, etc.