Jewellery Making Techniques>End Fastenings

How to attach a coil fastener

• Kerri

Box clasps can substantially enhance the aesthetic appeal of an item of jewellery, particularly a necklace or bracelet. Fortunately, as described below, the technique used to attach box clasps is not especially difficult to master. A pair of flat nose pliers will be required for this job.

1 Begin by folding the end, you can double fold to give it a bigger body.

2 Place the fold into then box clap the close each side with the flat nose pliers.

3 Then trim any loose strands which stick out.

4 Attach the jump ring to the box clasp with your trigger catch, and then close. Repeat on the other end, but only attach a jump ring


Product Used

  • Jump/Split Rings
  • Extension Chains
  • Clasps
  • Coil Ends
  • Waxed Cord


Tools Used

  • Beadsmith Pliers - Flat Nose
  • Beadsmith Pliers - Chain Nose

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