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Crimping is the technique for securing a clasp assembly to a necklace, bracelet or other jewelry project strung on cable wire. Crimping involves correctly using a crimping pliers to secure the crimp on the wire and create a lock. Also used are horseshoe wire protectors and crimp covers. Instructions with images.

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Sometimes, when using thicker cords, you do not want to use a clasp, but instead want to make a necklace that can slip over the head, or a bracelet that can slip over the wider part of your hand, and then make the necklace or bracelet smaller to fit, or adjustable in size. Learn two slip-knot techniques. Instructions with images.

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When you make dangles, say for earrings or necklaces and bracelets, you need to make a loop so that you can hang the dangle from something or string it on to something. There is a simple loop and a coiled loop. Learn how to use hard wire with round nose pliers, chain nose pliers, and a cutters to make both. Instructions with images.

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Learn how to attach end caps to your beadwork and jewelry necklaces, bracelets and ropes. Instructions with images provided for both end caps with holes or with loops on the ends.

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People tend to hate clasps, so they love elastic string. These instructions with images talk about choosing elastic string, choosing the diameter, and the steps you need to take to minimize memory loss, how to secure both ends, and minimizing breakage.