The Most Elegant And Unique Jewelry Findings

Posted by Umair on July 3rd, 2016

Chances are not many jewelry makers would encourage you to incorporate these kind of jewelry findings since getting your hands on them surely requires a good experience in jewelry making.

But if you have some experience under your belt and are ready to use certain materials that elevate that suave element in your end product, then you must know the following materials:

Torpedo clasps: First and foremost, these are not dull looking; in fact, they can be as shiny as you would want them to be. They are also known as Barrel Clasps (so, don’t get confused). Originally shaped cylindrically, they are either magnetically intact or have a screw thread working as a closure. They ideally hang beneath a strand of beads in necklaces to the point of closure, thus, producing a clean look at the finish. They are conveniently easy to open and close. Magnetic jewelry findings must not be worn by pregnant women or those using an insulin device or pump or a pacemaker.

Cord Ends: Another cylindrical shaped material specifically designed to seal the end section of chain. Cord ends are made of coiled wire and only need to be squeezed in order to close in. These jewelry findings have a precise design and marvelous look that gets spotted by a sharp look, in fact, they are made to lend credence to the beautiful appearance of your jewelry.

Clam Shells: These are also known as Calottes or Knot Cups. They are the savior of your jewelry design as they hide some dirty and hassle work. These shells can hide a broken crimp bead or knot in a stringing wire to make the overall appearance immensely neat and state-of-the-art professional work. Knowing about Clam Shells is also a sign of professionalism because they can also come in handy and save you of hassle. It is a metal bead, hollow and parted into two and hinged from beneath. The metal hook can take up a clasp and the hollow space can take a wire, cord or thread through. You require nose pliers in order to close these jewelry findings gently. They can be broken if you go about closing them too violently.

Ribbon ends: These are best if you are using suede leather, ribbon or chain. They are added at the finishing point of your design, leaving a fundamental space for fixing a jump ring or any kind of clasp. You must take care of the ribbon width that should fit correctly without any lurking ends. You can also fold them if it requires. These have jagged points on both sides that allow you to keep them in position, or otherwise, you can always use glue to secure a little bit extra. Always use pliers to close them securely and neatly, they must not be deformed. If your Ribbon widths are narrow, use folding crimps.

That is all. These jewelry findings are a piece of sophistication in your jewelry and they certainly lend a professional pride in your jewelry.