The median nerve is the one that supplies sensation to the thumb side of the hand; if the nerve becomes compressed within that tunnel, numbness in thumb and fingers can occur. Several factors may have caused your median nerve to become compressed.
Vary the bead sizes on your jewelry pieces for an attractive beading display. 1  Compare bead length to inches to understand bead sizing. 2  Fill a 16-inch strand with beads of varying sizes to see the difference in size. 3  Compare seed bead sizes to inches to help size them.  Add bugle beads to jewelry according to size.
Just be sure to select sturdy jump rings, 18 or 20 gauge sizes work well, and use the proper technique to open and close them. 1  of 08. Materials to Attach a Clasp. 2  of 08. Use Pliers to Open the First Jump Ring. 3  of 08. Attach the Jump Ring to Your Beadwork and Clasp.  of 08. Use Pliers to Close the Jump 1  Ring. of  08.