Make a hook clasp to add to your hand-crafted jewellery designs using 0.8mm silver or gold plated craft wire. Tools Round nose pliers Flush Cutters Ring Mandrel or Pen Nylon Jaw Pliers Steel Block Chasing Hammer Step 1 Straighten an 8cm piece of 0.8mm wire using the nylon jaw pliers. Using the round nose pliers, [...]
5 essential top tips for jewellery making Do your research Decide if you want to bead with tiny seed beads and a needle or whether stringing, knotting and working with wire suits your creative desires! Local bead stores are a great source of information and may specialise in one of these areas, sell kits with [...]
Wrapped Loops Make stylish and professional jewellery by replacing loops and jump rings with secure wrapped loops. It looks professional and makes for a very secure finish. Whether you make for fun or to sell, it’s worth learning this technique to improve the quality of the jewellery you design and make. Tools required Round nose [...]
