07.18.2008 | Posted by BeadStyle Magazine

Endings

I have really enjoyed sharing my thoughts and stories with you. I’d like to end this week talking about endings…to necklaces, that is!

Even three years ago when I started making jewelry, clasps for necklaces were fairly simple; spring rings, lobster clasps and a few fancier toggle and hook clasps. Now there are so many fantastic finds.

These clasps are truly works of art. I am particularly fond of the Israeli sterling silver clasps available at great online stores like Art Beads, Fusion Beads and Gemshow-Online. Since these findings are hollow, the price is right too! Many designer and specialty silver clasps can range from $5 to $20. The Israeli silver clasps sell anywhere from $3 to $10 (watch for sales and specials for the best deals). The designs are unique and add quality to your designs. And they look every bit as good as many of the solid silver closures. Below are a few of my favorites. 



You decide!

Happy beading!

Alison

 

 

Comments

  • Stacy Hillmer said:

    With clasps this beautiful, the "ending" of a necklace can hardly be an afterthought, and will certainly be appreciated just as much as a focal.

    And so too with your week of blogging, Alison! We loved reading your insights, and your last blog is hardly the end of anything. Everyone at BeadStyle knows you will go far in your jewelry-making career!

    July 18, 2008 2:35 PM
  • auntieal said:

    Although I have never met any of the BeadStyle staff in person, our virtual meeting has been a wonderful experience. Thank you for the opportunity to share in the production of a quality publication and most of all thank you for your words of support. You all must be great to work with and it is very apparent that you love what you do. If you're ever in Michigan, stop by!

    Enjoy your summer, Alison

    July 18, 2008 8:53 PM
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