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Old March 19th 04, 11:01 PM
Kandice Seeber
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It depends on the bracelet/necklace. Some beads have holes large enough to
fit over the crimp, so there's going to be movement no matter what you do.
Sometimes I will use two or three of the tiny crimps in a row to make room.
Sometimes I will leave a larger loop at the end. Sometimes I tear my hair
out in frustration! LOL - seriously - it really depends on the make-up of
the piece. Lots of experimentation and practice will help.

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Yes - I use the 1mm tube crimps. Sterling silver holds up the best.


Maybe this is a silly question... When using 1mm crimps, do you leave a
slightly larger loop on the clasp end? Even my mini-crimp tool seems to be

at
least 2mm wide, so I haven't been able to figure out how to use smaller

crimps
yet.

Celine

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