Findings
Findings are the pieces that hold jewelry together. These help add a certain panache to the jewelry pieces to make them look ‘finished’ and professionally made. There are quite a number of things that will classify as findings but we’ll talk about the ones that you are most likely to use often.
Jumpring. Use these as connectors or for chainmail jewelry.
Splitring. These are more secure connectors.
Headpin. The head holds beads on the wire.
Eyepin. Unlike headpins, the eye allows you to hang another jewelry part at the bottom.
Crimp tubes. Use these to secure your wire or thread when finishing your bracelet or necklace.
Pinbacks. Glue these to a cabochon, or other small element, and create a pin.
Spacers. Use these to stop beads from rubbing together, reduce the number of beads you need in a piece, or just add a touch of elegance. Many decorative versions available.
Next stop, earring findings.
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