In this Short video, I show How to Open and Close Jump Rings – Properly
This is one of the most basic, but extremely valuable, piece of knowledge. You’ll needed this to connect components securely – for permanent jewelry welding, as well a any sort of jewelry making
It is simple, and yet if not done correctly, causes all sorts of problems
To open and close jump rings properly. Never pull your rings open. Always use pivot action, and two pairs of pliers, holding the sides of the ring FLAT. Hold as much of the ring as possible to reduce the chance of the ring warping at certain points.
The pliers used are chain nose pliers (flat and to a point), without serrated teeth (online product code) TX035