Crimping

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... Read More