Well Pearl - If I had known this was available then I wouldn't had struggled so hard with a multiple strand necklace I created a short while ago.
I completely agree with you when it comes to paying out money for tools that solve this kind of problem. Especially after I spent a week on that one necklace trying to get it to lay flat or hang properly.
A person's time is far more valuable in the long run.
It is so worth it investing in good tools and this invention is fantastic, really!
September 22, 2014 at 1:18 AM
Sometimes I think innovative jewelry tool makers are out to empty my wallet! And maybe yours too, eh? I stumbled upon Magic Finding's clever crimp beads. They have 7 channels available to make multi strand necklaces or bracelets. The best way to understand how these findings work is to watch the video or hop over to Art Beads' tutorial.
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These little crimp beads solve a problem with multi strand jewelry where there is a severe limit to how many strands you can put through a crimp bead especially at the clasp end. These also make it easy to add more strands as needed during the design process.
They neatly divide the strands but also provide a way of inserting omega clips for attaching the clasp. A special pliers is required for the final crimping.
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NB : I have no current association with either company mentioned except as an occasional Art Beads customer. The findings and tools can be purchased from a number of jewelry supply companies.
"Magic Finding : Giant Crimp Beads for Multistrand Necklaces"
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Well Pearl - If I had known this was available then I wouldn't had struggled so hard with a multiple strand necklace I created a short while ago.
I completely agree with you when it comes to paying out money for tools that solve this kind of problem. Especially after I spent a week on that one necklace trying to get it to lay flat or hang properly.
A person's time is far more valuable in the long run.
Thank you for this Pearl. I am forever grateful!
September 20, 2014 at 1:13 PM
Pity this post didn't come out BEFORE you struggled with that necklace! But maybe for next time?
September 21, 2014 at 12:17 AM
Oh absolutely!
I'm going to invest in the works!
September 21, 2014 at 12:51 PM
It is so worth it investing in good tools and this invention is fantastic, really!
September 22, 2014 at 1:18 AM