Refresher on how to open and close jump rings

Refresher on how to open and close jump rings

I know this comes as second nature to some of you. However I remember when I struggled on how to get the jump ring to close perfectly. This is just a quick refresher post on how to open and close jump rings.

Pick up the jump ring with the opening at the top.

How to open a jumping

Using a pair of chain nose pliers in each hand, grip the jump ring between 2 and 3 o’clock on the right hand side and between 9 and 10 o’clock on the left.

 

opening a jumping

To open the jump ring, move one hand towards you and the other away from you (as if you were opening a door). Add your component. Then repeat in reverse to close the jump ring.

 

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