When it comes to jewelry making as a business, the finish of the end product and its look is what matters most to the designer as well as the buyer. The introduction of various jewelry findings like crimp covers, clasps, crimp tubes, crimp beads, etc. have helped in developing this aspect of designing. For instance, Sterling silver crimp covers are especially designed c-shaped beads that are popularly used to conceal crimp beads or crimp tubes in jewelry making. These are fast becoming a favorite for jewelry makers, as they give the design a professional look. Simple to use and effective in adding a simple touch in enhancing the beauty of any item of jewelry, these crimp covers are ideal to prevent snagging or loose ends in the pieces.

If you need such jewelry findings for your creations, it may be of assistance to know that these sterling silver crimp covers can be found in a variety of sizes and designs or finishes. The most commonly available types in the market are the small crimp covers measuring 2.5 mm, 3 mm, 3.2 mm and 4 mm. These come in finishes like sandblast, smooth, rough, sparkle, lined and so on. In view of the fact that many innovative jewelry makers use these crimp covers to make some unusual designs, while also serving the purpose of concealing the crimp tubes or beads where they are attached to the clasp, these crimp covers are flexible in uses and apt for adding that extra dress-up for your creation.

For those of you who have never used crimp covers here is a step by step way of doing so with ease. Identify where you want to place the crimp cover and make sure you leave some space between the crimp and the clasp so that your crimp cover can fit well without disturbing the clasp or the jump ring. If the mouth of the crimp cover needs to be widened, you can do so by using nose pliers. Once the C opening is ideally big enough to be slid over the crimp tube, you can do so and use any pliers to securely close the cover. All you have to be careful about is not applying too much force and ensuring that the crimp cover retains its round shape.

Sterling silver crimp covers are most recommended for sterling silver jewelry or fashion jewelry that needs a touch of elegance. It is ideal for jewelry makers who do not like the look of crimps after they are attached to the piece of designed jewelry. After these findings are properly attached, they give your design the advantage of looking complete and rich, as the crimps seem to be covered by round sterling silver beads.