Crimp Beads
Crimp Beads are used for terminating the end of a bead strand, generally onto a clasp for a necklace or bracelet. Using a pair of crimping pliers you squeeze this tiny bead and essentially smash it slightly to hold the stringing material together to form a loop at the end. You might typically string a jump ring and then a fastener through the end loop. Crimps work best with ‘tigertail’ or braided strand wire as the stringing material.
Helpful hint: For beginners, use a round crimp bead vs. a longer, tube-like crimp bead.
