Using a crimp tube is an easy way to finish off your beading wire securely. It does take a little practice, but done properly, it also look professional. I prefer to use a wire protector along with the crimp. Be sure you thread the crimp on before you thread the wire through the wire protector and then back through the crimp. I also like to carry the wire through the first bead. As you can see in the instructions below. While it may not be needed for strength, I prefer the finished look.
But How do you crimp the tubes.
Steps to Use the Crimp Tube
To propertly complete the crimp tube, Continue with these instructions. See the closeup for how the wires should be separated for a strong crimp.
Make Sure the two Wires are Separated as Shown Here
Using the crimp tube is a great and easy way to secure your jewelry, but to really finish off your jewelry, we suggest using the Crimp Bead which hides the tube. It appears as just a small silver or gold bead at each end of your jewelry.
Here’s how to add the Crimp Bead. Visit our blog
These small details mean the difference between a classy finish of your jewelry and distinguish your bead work as elegant rather than a hastily crafted piece.
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My goal is to always have the jewelry I make look like it came from Tiffany’s!