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Ask the Experts Bail Measuring Q&A
Ask the Experts Bail Measuring Q&A
Q: I would be so very grateful if anyone could let me know the dimensions of bails I will need for my projects. I am making resin pendants of three different thicknesses: 5mm, 10mm and 15mm. I don’t understand the dimensions listed for bails—which measurement is the height, depth and width, as well as the distance from the top of the pendant to the hole.
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Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A
Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A
Q: What kind of jump rings do I need to use so they don't clump up and stick to the magnetic clasps? I've tried using stainless steel jump rings, but they still stick to the magnetic clasp. Thanks.
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Ask the Experts Eye Pins Q&A
Ask the Experts Eye Pins Q&A
Q: Does the length listed for the eye pins include the round head or just the shaft?
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Ask the Experts Pin Size Q&A
Ask the Experts Pin Size Q&A
Q: Are the heads of head pins all the same size? The pins seem to be measured only by length and thickness of the wire.
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Ask the Experts Fishhook Ear Wire Gauge Q&A
Ask the Experts Fishhook Ear Wire Gauge Q&A
Q: I want to use pre-made fishhook ear wires but am confused over which gauge is best. I have received earrings that have fishhooks that are TOO thick to go into my pierced ears. Can you clarify which gauge is thick vs thin?
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Ask the Experts Choker Design Q&A
Ask the Experts Choker Design Q&A
Q: I'd like to make 3- or 4-strand chokers with a cabochon in the center of the strands. Other than wire wrapping the cab, are there any settings that will allow me to do this? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Ask the Experts Split-Ring Pliers Q&A
Ask the Experts Split-Ring Pliers Q&A
Q: I have the split-ring pliers. They work fine for keyring size, but when you get down to 4-5mm rings, the pliers only open the ring a little, and I can't keep them open wide enough to insert my focal. I've tried sliding the ring up the shaft of the pliers to open it further, but then the beginning of the ring closes, and I can't slip my focal in. Any ideas?
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Ask the Experts Metal Allergies Q&A
Ask the Experts Metal Allergies Q&A
Q: Which metal is better for allergies—hypoallergenic stainless steel or sterling silver?
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Ask the Experts Crimp Tube Sizes Q&A
Ask the Experts Crimp Tube Sizes Q&A
Q: What is the difference between a micro, a cut and a regular crimp tube and the proper use of each one? Also, why are there fancy crimp tubes when you’re going to crimp them anyway? It seems like you'd loose the "fancy" look after crimping.
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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
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Q: What is a good gauge size for sterling silver head pins? I've been using some that I bought at a local craft store, but they don't say the gauge size. I want to buy silver 2-inch and 3-inch head pins.
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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
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Q: Would you have a crimp cord that can be used for more than one cord? I am making a leather bracelet using 3 cords and cannot find a big enough crimp for it.
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Q: My necklace is a 16mm wide figaro. What size does my classic slide bail need to be?
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Ask the Experts Wire-Wrapping Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire-Wrapping Wire Q&A
Q: I'm a beginner jewelry maker who would like to incorporate my own handmade ear wires into designs. Currently, the wire I've been using for much of my work is plated German-style wire. Is this wire safe to use for ear wires for most people? Thank you!
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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: Is it better to use a 3mm crimp for a beading wire necklace, or will a 2mm crimp suffice? If I use a 3mm crimp, do I use a 3mm crimp cover, or should I use a bead that is 1mm larger? Same for a 2mm crimp - should I use a 2mm crimp cover over a 2mm crimp? Thank you in advance.
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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I usually have difficulty in making crimps grip the stringing material. Recently, I attended a class at which the instructor told us that there are some crimp beads which have grooves scored in the inside of the crimp bead, which allows them to give a better grip to the stringing material. Do you have any information on this type of crimp beads? The ones I used in the class were small, 2x2mm, but they worked better than any others I have at home. Thanks for any info you can give to me!
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Ask the Experts Clasps Q&A
Ask the Experts Clasps Q&A
Q: I have a 10Kt gold magnetic clasp and the magnet has fallen out. How do I repair it?
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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
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Q: Do you have a circle earring or pendant with a jump ring inside the circle, so I can hang a bead or charm from it?
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Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: I use Beadalon 49-strand wire and 7-strand wire. What size crimps and wire protectors should I use on each size. Also, what size will I need using the 7-strand doubled?
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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
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Q: I have been asked to make beaded pull chains for ceiling fans and window shades. I want to rise to this challenge, but how can I make something secure enough to handle the force? I appreciate your advice.
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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
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Q: When ordering silver-toned O rings, how can you get the bright silver tone versus the darker silver tone, without buying sterling silver? I have bought many silver-toned O rings, and the majority of them are kind of gray. Thank you.
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Ask the Experts Mounts and Settings Q&A
Ask the Experts Mounts and Settings Q&A
Q: I'd like to make 3- or 4-strand chokers with a cabochon in the center of the strands. Other than wire wrapping, is there any setting that will allow me to do this?
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Ask the Experts Tools Q&A
Ask the Experts Tools Q&A
Q: I have split-ring pliers. They work fine for keyring size, but when you get down to 4mm or 5mm rings, the pliers only open the ring a little, and I can't keep them open wide enough to insert my focal. I've tried sliding the ring up the shaft of the pliers to open it farther, but then the beginning of the ring closes down, and I can't slip my focal in. Any ideas?
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Ask the Experts Apparel Q&A
Ask the Experts Apparel Q&A
Q: I need instructions on making hat pins, please.
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Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A
Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A
Q: If I have jump rings that say they're made of "iron alloy," can they be soldered?
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