[Nfb-krafters-korner] Types of necklace clasp

[Barb Roland]

Lindy, the magnetic clasp look similar to the screw on clasp and are very 
easy to work with. I personally don't know that I'd want them on a bracelet. 
I don't know how much weight they can handle from a necklace, but I have 
used them before.
Barb
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Lindy van der Merwe" <stephlin at iafrica.com>
To: "List for blind crafters and artists" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Sunday, July 22, 2012 2:45 AM
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Types of necklace clasp


> Barb, thanks for this. I am considering trying my hand at jewelry-making 
> and this will be very helpful.
> One other thing I have read is that one can use magnetic clasps, which can 
> help a lot for those who have limited hand dexterity, etc.
> I am not sure how these look, their cost or if they are widely available, 
> but something to keep in mind for those interested.
> Lindy
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> From: "Barb Roland" <barbwire59 at gmail.com>
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>> Hi all, the other night in the fine wire necklace class there was some 
>> discussion on types of necklace clasp to use, so I did a little online 
>> searching and here is what I found, but I did not find a description of 
>> the screw on clasps.
>> Barb
>>
>> These are the most common types of clasps used in beadwork.
>>
>>     Hook and Loop   Easy to use. Can be made by hand with some wire 
>> (gauge 20 or thicker). May come apart if hook is stretched.
>>
>>      Barrel Clasp  Attractive, simple, and unobtrusive. May come 
>> untwisted on anklets.
>>
>>      Spring Ring   The old standby: inexpensive and secure. Often 
>> requires nimble fingers to use.
>>
>>
>>      Lobster Claw  . Secure, attractive, easy to use, but a little pricy. 
>> Use a jump ring or split ring for the other side
>>
>>      Toggle Clasp   Simple and elegant. Can be bulky, but is great for 
>> thick necklaces.
>>
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