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          Crimping 101

          How to Use Crimp Beads to Finish a Necklace or Bracelet:

          crimp tube instructions step 1 1. String a crimp bead onto the beading cord or cable, then string the clasp.
          crimp tube instructions step 2 2. Bend the cable back through the crimp bead.
          crimp tube instructions step 3 3. Tighten the loop (but not too tight!). Use crimping pliers to crimp the bead into a small round crimp, or use flat-nose pliers to simply flatten the crimp.
          crimp tube instructions step 4 4. Trim the excess cord/cable.
          crimp tube instructions step 5 5. Use crimping pliers to close a crimp cover over the crimp bead.
          • For all crimping, apply pressure similar to a firm handshake, but don't squeeze so hard that you work-harden the crimp and make it brittle or break your tool.
          • Use a crimp cover to hide the crimp inside what looks like a 3-4mm round bead.
          • Small center-crimp tubes may require needle-nose pliers or fine-tipped flat-nose pliers.

          For additional tips and tutorials on using beading wire (stringing cable), crimp beads, crimp tubes, crimp covers, bullion (French Wire), and wire protectors, see:
          Jewelry Basics (PDF).

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