How do I dril lholes in pearls

[Debbie Anne]

I have a load of fresh water pearls with tiny holes. I want to be able to thread them with .8 or .9 mm silver wire. How can i enlarge the hole wthout breaking them. I dont have a pendant drill just a dremel with the usual attachments

thanks

debbie

[ps_bond]

[Ganoksin] Tips for working with pearls has a few ideas.

[Emerald]

try these you can find them on ebay or most bead shops Beadalon - Reamers

[mizgeorge]

try these you can find them on ebay or most bead shops Beadalon - Reamers

I've used these too with very good results.

[caroleallen]

You can get a drill bit specially for pearls on Cookies. It works a treat.