rosary beads

[mkypenturner]

i have been asked to make some rosary beads for a catholic person from some olive am wondering just how many beads are required and is their any special cord in tying it together thanks
troy

[Manuka Jock]

Troy ,
have a count of the beads on this photo , and note the set up .
The positioning never chances .
The pattern is set by the prayer sequence , one bead for each prayer .

[China]

You do mean olive seeds or pips don't you, if you are going to turn each bead you will need the patience of Joab

[watsrags]

this link might help you

http://www.bethlehemolivewood.net/Beads.htm

[Manuka Jock]

Troy ,
check out this thread (http://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=61455&highlight=rosary+beads).
About halfway down the page , the sketch of the tumbling sander box thingamajig .