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Opening And Closing Jumprings

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https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/opening-and-closing-jumprings • Posted by GMC Group

To make sure that jumprings shut securely, it is important to know how to open and close them correctly.

You will need

Project Budget
Free

Time

0 h 01

Difficulty

Pretty Easy
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Description

To make sure that jumprings shut securely, it is important to know how to open and close them correctly.

Instructions

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    Grip the jumpring between two pairs of pliers. The opening should be centered at the top.

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    Twist one hand toward you and the other hand away—this will open the ring but still keep it round. Reverse the action to close.