This kit is from Amazon & has not been used before. The string is also from Amazon. Kit Title: "DICOBD 12000pcs 3mm Glass Seed Beads for Bracelets Making Kit with Letter Alphabet Beads, Friendship Bracelet Kits 8/0 Craft Bead for Jewelry Making Necklaces and Key Chains with 2 Rolls of Cord" String Title: "Paxcoo 1mm Elastic Bracelet String Cord Stretch Bead Cord for Jewelry Making and Bracelet Making White"