I handcraft most of the clasps that I use on the bracelets I make. It gives the jewelry a more unique look.
First I collect all the materials need to make the clasp. wire jig and pegs, wire, wire cutters, needle nose pliers, ruler, and round nose pliers.
Cut the wire 3 inches long.
Make a P-loop on one end of the wire.
Place the P-loop at the small peg.
Wrap the wire around the larger peg.
Make another P-loop on the end of the wire.
Continue the spiral.
It can be left like this or hammered.
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Wow...you make it look so easy...thank you for sharing!!!
ReplyDeleteI've never made these before for my regular bracelets, because I have a difficult time getting customers to use toggles I wasn't going to push it with this kind of clasp...
I do make a fused fine silver bracelet that I make a clasp something like this though, they are hammered and very strong...
Do you wear these all the time yourself...how do you like the feel???
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Thanks! I actually prefer toggle clasps to regular clasps. These are easier for me to fasten. This clasps is sturdy. I use 16 guage wire and hammer or work harden it.
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