I would like to say that the finished chandelier will be outstanding once I finish with all the crystals. I have so many
bent nails I can't even count them. Normally, I am very patient and detailed oriented but this takes the cake. I did read
all the reviews before purchasing but so loved the look of this fixture that I went ahead and purchased despite the difficulties listed in customer comments. Convinced myself there had to be a better way so I purchased black 28 gauge wire which can be easily cut and easily managed  to thread thru and then bend. Needle nose pliers help tighten everthing in place. Third day of working on this - like a jigsaw puzzle. Every time someone stops by I tell them to take their best shot. So far no one has managed to get a crystal on. Slowing taking shape and should be worth the effort which is why I gave it a 4 based on the finished chandelier.