Supply Spotlight: Jump Rings

Jump Rings are a very popular and useful connector used in jewelry making. They come in all different kinds of materials including silver, gold, brass, base metal, silver plated, and color coated. Jump rings also come in various different sizes ranging from 2mm to 1cm and above. Although it’s possible to make your own jump rings most people buy them fairly cheaply at jewelry supply stores in packages of 100 or more. They often cost from $1.50 to $3.00 per package.

How to Open a Jump Ring

The best way to open a jump ring is by pushing one end forward and the other in the opposite direction.This is so it won't distort the original circle.

You can do using a flat-head plier on one side and the tip of your thumb and forefinger on the other.
Or you can use two sets of pliers. Close the same way.

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Creative Uses of Jump Rings

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