Crimps & Findings for SilverSilk
Silversilk is a very versatile, super fun, fetchingly fresh, knitted jewelry revolution! Simply put, SilverSilk is a knitted wire jewelry chain, but like no other jewelry chain out there in the craft market. You can string large-hole beads on it, sew through it, wire-wrap it, glue it, braid it, put it in resin or just leave it as a draped jewelry chain. And best of all, you can do it yourself. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a jewelry-creating newbie, you'll love how easy it is to work with SilverSilk. This guide will give you some basic facts about our Custom Findings.
SilverSilk & More carries custom-cast findings for a secure and professional finish.
Each finding has a high-quality metal plating over a custom-cast brass base and is stamped with the SilverSilk logo, then polished to perfection. We carry special end caps for Capture and Pearlesque chain, as well as crimps for Flat Mesh chain. End caps and crimps are aligned with special grooves to grip the chain securely. Below, you’ll find a quick guide for each of the findings that SilverSilk & More carries.
End Caps
Single-strand end caps (4.3mm wide by 12mm long with a single 3mm diameter attached loop)
Double-strand end caps (7mm wide by 12mm long with a single 3mm diameter attached loop)
Triple-strand end caps (12mm wide by 12mm long with a single 3mm diameter attached loop)
Use these end caps to professionally finish necklace ropes and bracelet ends, or to attach beads and findings to the end cap loop. Simply place the chain inside the end cap channel, and use wide nose pliers, with a protective coating to prevent scratches or marring, to crimp the end cap.
Terminators
4mm Terminators (3mm wide by 4mm long with no attached loop)
9mm Terminators (3mm wide by 9mm long with no attached loop)
Use these terminators to finish the ends of SilverSilk Capture or Pearlesque chain to make lariats, bolos, or tassel components. Simply place the chain inside the terminator channel, and use wide nose pliers, with a protective coating to prevent scratches or marring, to crimp the end cap.
Flat Mesh Crimps
Flat Mesh Crimps (5mm wide by 5mm long with a single 3mm diameter attached loop)
Use these crimps to professionally finish the ends of SilverSilk Flat Mesh. To crimp, simply place the chain inside the crimp channel, and use wide nose pliers - with a protective coating to prevent scratches or marring - to crimp the end cap. Attach jump rings, bead baubles, chains, or a clasp to the open loop.
6mm Cord Caps
6mm Cord Cap (7mm wide by 7mm long with a single 2mm diameter attached loop)
Use these cord caps to secure the ends of Hollow Mesh that is filled with 3-4mm leather cord. Simply apply a small drop of an industrial glue to the inside of the cap and place your cord inside. Wait about one day for the adhesive to cure, then you can wear your design.
Tierra Cast 6mm Cord Ends
Tierra Cast 6mm Cord Ends (9mm wide by 9mm long)
Use these cord ends to secure the ends of Hollow Mesh. Simply string 3-4mm beads onto beading wire or craft wire, then string Hollow Mesh over the beads and gently pinch the ends of the chain over the last bead on each end. Finally, string one cord end on each end and fit it over the Hollow Mesh for a seamless finish in your design.
