How to make a Jewelry Clasp (out of paperclips, too!)

Just 2 pairs of pliers, some wire (or a paperclip!) and determination are all you need to make this simple clasp!

Note: This instructable can be applied to more than just paperclips! Any hard wire will do!

Once again, thanks to Mat from BENTFORMS, because of him I took up this hobby. http://www.bentforms.com

Step 1 Supplies

This is a very simple process, the hardest part is getting the length of the clasp just right!

All you'll need is:

1. Two sets of pliers, a very small pair and a larger one to bend the metal. A needlenose might do, but I don't have a pair.

2. Some wire! (Or a paperclip. :) )

Comments

[a.nony.mouse]

really cool! just a few questions, though. 1) how do i attach it to jewelry? and 2) how exactly does it work?

[amandajewls]

YOu need a circle of wire that is called a jump ring from a beading shop. Open the jump ring side ways, slide on the above clasp, slip on the neclacke or bracelet and close the clasp.

[donnadidit]

Thanks, I'm going to try it tomorrow ....

[dobbylvr]

Awesome! Do you have any pics of jewelry using the clasp?

[secretsoto]

thank you