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Are you interested in learning how to use jump rings for jewellery making? We can help you along the way. Jump rings are a jewellery-making essential, allowing you to attach everything from chains to clasps and pendants to charms. Whether you want to make earrings<\/a>, necklaces or bracelets<\/a>, learning how to use jump rings will help you to create professionally finished pieces that are durable enough for everyday wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wondering how to attach jump rings on jewellery? It\u2019s easy. In this guide, we\u2019ll take you through everything from how to use jump rings for jewellery making projects to how to make jump rings from scratch. But first of all, what is a jump ring used for?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a jump ring used for?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re an experienced jeweller, you\u2019ll already be familiar with how to use jump rings. However, if you\u2019re a beginner, you may not have come into contact with them yet. Rest assured though, once you do, they\u2019ll become a staple in your jeweller\u2019s tool kit. But what is a jump ring? And why do so many jeweller’s rely on them? Jump rings are an essential finding for jewellery making, allowing you to connect different components \u2013 such as clasps, pendants or earrings \u2013 to your jewellery pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When learning how to use jump rings, it\u2019s important to understand the different varieties and what they\u2019re used for. There are two main types of jump ring:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Open jump rings:<\/strong> A small metal loop with a narrow cut that works as an opening. This allows the jump ring to be opened with pliers, so that other components can be attached. It can then be soldered closed. The steps on how to open a jump ring are below.<\/li>
  • Closed jump rings:<\/strong> A small metal loop without an opening. These can be soldered directly onto jewellery pieces or threaded onto other components.  Find out how to solder jump rings further on in our guide.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Jump rings come in a range of different sizes and alloys, allowing you to match them to each piece you create. While circular jump rings are the most common choice available, you can also use other shapes \u2013 such as oval \u2013 to add a more decorative touch to your design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to use jump rings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Before we learn how to use jump rings, it\u2019s important that you choose the right ones for your design. Beyond finish and shape, you\u2019ll also need to consider diameter \u2013 which determines the size of the jump ring \u2013 and weight, which is determined by the thickness (diameter) of the wire used to create the jump ring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Together, these two measurements determine how strong the jump ring is \u2013 an important factor to take into account when learning how to make jump rings, especially if you want to make sure that your piece will be durable enough for everyday wear. As a rough guide, the heavier the piece you\u2019re creating, the stronger your jump rings will need to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to open a jump ring<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Did you know that there\u2019s a right and a wrong way when it comes to learning how to open jump rings? It seems like a pretty simple process, but opening them incorrectly can weaken them and cause them to snap, leaving you with a fragile or even broken piece of jewellery. But learning how to open a jump ring correctly will make sure it remains intact, maintaining a long-lasting, quality piece of jewellery. Ultimately, using jump rings is easy \u2013 and we\u2019ll show you how to open a jump ring, the right way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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