Henrietta's Gum Arabic Beading Glue Great For Bead Stringing. This is a new jar of Henrietta's gum Arabic beading glue. This is used to make self threading needles and seal closing knots. Great for use with silk thread. It is water soluble and washes off hands, tools and beads. Ends tamp in easily for invisible closing. This jar contains 0.5 fl oz (14.7 ml).