How To Use Tube Crimps in Jewellery Making

Jewellery-making often requires the use of specialist tools and materials – a fact that is perfectly illustrated by the crimping technique used on tube crimps, which enable jewellery makers to secure clasps and other such objects to string, elastic or wire. A pair of crimping pliers is required for this tricky job.

Place the tube crimp inside the first part of the pliers.[/column]

Squeeze the pliers to flatten the tube crimp, this will make groove in the middle.[/column]

Now place the tube crimp on its side in the second part of the pliers, squeeze the pliers to close the crimp.