 When making a necklace, there is a lot to consider. You will need to know what size, what you wish to make it out of, and the best
clasp for the job. This delicate piece of jewelry will require thinking about if you are going to add pendants or leave plain. A variety of gemstones can be added. When you add a piece a stronger clasp will be needed and to know that you need it beforehand is a great piece of knowledge.
By far the easiest clasp to apply to jewelry is called a hook and loop. It can be handmade, but runs a risk at coming apart when stretched. A lobster claw or trigger clasp looks just like it sounds. It is simple to use and fastens securely. This attractive piece can be expensive, but
you will not lose any part of your necklace, including the gemstones or other stones that you may have added. The one clasp everyone knows is the spring ring. It is a very common clasp, inexpensive, and also secure. Small fingers are best when this clasp is put to the test. The torpedo
clasp is one that has one side screw into another. Over time the threads may wear down and come apart. With the eye loops on the end, you can attach other necklaces to complete your look. One necklace with a ruby gemstone can be pieced together with a necklace with an emerald accent to
create a nice Christmas arrangement for your neck. Lastly is the magnetic clasp. Simple to use and will last a bit longer than the torpedo.
A great clasp used for thick necklaces is called a toggle clasp. It is simple, yet elegant. Although it can be bulky, it is very easy to open and close with one hand. Another clasp primarily used for leather necklaces is a coil clasp. The lanyard clasp is used for thick pieces made of
materials like hemp. This clasp is liable to stretch over time or get caught on something. Making jewelry of all kinds is a great hobby. Once you know what clasps work best with what, you will save time. Your homemade necklaces will now be the best they can be with this knowledge. You
are on your way to the gift giving of jewelry.
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