How to Finish Cording Ends Tutorial - Quick and Easy Methods for Necklace and Bracelet Finishing

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4 жыл бұрын

Ever wondered how to finish cording ends so that you can add clasps? Here are two simple and easy methods I use - suitable for leather, suede, or cotton cording.
Materials:
20 gauge round wire
Cording (I use waxed black cotton cord: amzn.to/3eMqAIh )
Sharp Scissors
Super glue (optional)
Clasps/fasteners or your choice
Tools Used:
Chain Nose Pliers (I use Xuron tweezer nose: amzn.to/2qgGwOR And Wubbers chain nose: amzn.to/2Oexzxv )
Round Nose Pliers, (I use Wubbers: amzn.to/2rJlVD6 )
Flush Cutters, (I use Xuron Maxi Shear: amzn.to/2rLWcdf and Micro Shear: amzn.to/2qWbEmG )
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@sk13ppy 5 ай бұрын

Very informative tutorial, thanks. Just wonderful that you don't have any distracting background music that's louder than your audio!

@katheytiller3436 3 ай бұрын

God yes...

@user-dn9vd9xg9p 3 ай бұрын

You make the most beautiful professional coils!

@elizabethrogers6897 Жыл бұрын

Jocelyn....As always I love your videos! I found that a tiny bit of gs hypo cement or leather cement secures the cording to itself in the first version and a tiny bit will secure the cording to the wire in the 2nd version making it tons easier for me to start wrapping. Just wanted to share for those of us elders whose fingers are not as dexterous as you younger folks😉🤗 I mainly use leather cording but I found it works with other cords as well😍

@debbiegoble9836 3 жыл бұрын

I like both of them. I like every thing you show us how to make. Your company name is spot on for you.

@annetterose-shapiro9082 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! You explain and demonstrate this so clearly. So happy that I found this.

@tracydriscoll4998 4 жыл бұрын

Also love the 2nd one because of its appearance and endurance. Thanks for sharing!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tracy! You're most welcome :)

@crccreationsacrylicpaintin5260 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing! Thank you!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

So glad! :)

@elizabethwilson922 3 жыл бұрын

Your guidance is so clear! So happy I found your channel, I;ve learned so much from you!!!!

@nint2 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tutorial and taking the time to do this.

@bapechiqa 3 жыл бұрын

You're simply amazing, thank you for teaching us a great technique!

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks so much!!

@SilverCottage Жыл бұрын

tHANKS so much for the good tutorial. Simple and well-displayed! I like the version that has the metal loop on the end. Thanks again.

@Karibee61 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant tutorial; thank you so much for your time and energy. Much love and peace from London UK

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Karen

@munayacoub6672 4 жыл бұрын

You can't imagine how much this video help me and makes my happy. Thank you ❤🌹

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Aw, I'm so glad!

@elbairis5101 4 жыл бұрын

Love your tutorials!! Thank you!!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Elba

@raynechantel2738 4 жыл бұрын

I like the all metal loop - looks more finished and higher end. Very good tutorial, thank you.

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rayne!! I think I prefer that style, too :)

@desanamourlis3465 4 жыл бұрын

I liked both styles. Thank you!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Des!!

@morakanemakhene5503 2 жыл бұрын

Both of them are beautiful Thanks very much

@offgridishland 4 жыл бұрын

LOVE the 2nd one!!!!!! I want to make my jewelry strong and secure, to last as long as possible. Thank you for showing me how to make items of beauty AND quality.

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

So glad you found it helpful!! Thanks for watching and commenting

@cicihoward2595 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊!!! Very helpful video!

@mariewalker8614 21 күн бұрын

Brilliant thank you easy to follow x❤

@annzarro8331 4 жыл бұрын

I like the 2nd one and that it sounds like it would extend the life of the cord. Love your work and videos they are informative and easy to follow thanks for your wisdom

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Ann!!

@melindafuhrer3820 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the good ideas on how to do my own endings. This will really help me.

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

So glad you found it helpful! ^_^

@clintharris4894 4 жыл бұрын

Love your. tutorials. I can relate because we have the same thumbs. Beautiful work!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Clint! So cool you have brachydactly, too!

@bonnyfrench2361 3 жыл бұрын

It's been so many years since I worked with leather cording that I had forgotten how to do it. Your tutorial was perfect! You are an excellent teacher. Thanks again for your instructions.

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you found it helpful, Bonny!!

@benancialopez6894 2 жыл бұрын

I love your tutorial very well explained. The finish look very neat and professional. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge about the subject. God bless you

@saranewman-king1295 4 жыл бұрын

Jocelyn, thank you for another great tutorial. My cording ends always looked untidy as I would form a cool of wire, thread it over the cord end and then crimp. Now after trying your method they are uniform, tidy and secure! Fab!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Sara! I'm so glad you found it helpful

@joannclupper7902 3 жыл бұрын

You do exceptional work. You are very aware of what you are doing, why you are doing each step, and carefully explain to us what and why it is that is happening. Thank you.

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, JoAnn! I'm so glad you're finding the tutorials helpful :)

@benambadshahkpk9572 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty nice both of them, thank you so much to teach us on easy way

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Benam! You're most welcome :)

@lauriewhite1322 Жыл бұрын

So excellent..I needed both..thank you.

@edithkurashige1483 Жыл бұрын

I like bout, Thans so much for share you Art 💞🙏🙏🙏

@joselynsphar1905 4 жыл бұрын

I really liked both. You make it look so easy! Love watching your videos because you are so skilled and patient when creating, which to me, is inspiring. Thanks for sharing!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Joselyn!! I really appreciate the kind words and great feedback ^_^

@nancyruth2008 4 жыл бұрын

I too liked them both. The first one looks the easiest so I'm going to try it first. I do make the second one but learned to start the first wrap without holding the cord which was always difficult and sometimes caused me to scrap it and start again. You always make everything seem so easy....and usually it is easy the way you do it.

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Nancy!

@cherylharris5695 8 ай бұрын

Thanks really helpful on your beautiful designs

@kimberlysalter4247 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I LOVED this very helpful tutorial. It was so easy to follow. I look forward to checking out your other videos.

@FantasiaElegance 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to hear that! Thanks for watching and commenting, Kimberly!!

@innermosthealingsanidadint7651 4 ай бұрын

Creative. Smart

@tlbidwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video

@WeAreJustLivingOnLove 3 жыл бұрын

I just want to say thank you you've inspired me to create and have been very helpful and explaining I just wish I could make it look as easy as you do 😉

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks so much, Carroll! I'm so glad you've found my tutorials helpful :)

@user-ht9tx1ll1l 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your Master class! 👍😆

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, I don't know if I'm there yet, but I appreciate it!

@keepitreal9762 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mrs.Fantasia I am Truly Enjoying watching Your Tutorial's. I have learned so much from watching Your Channel.. Truly Appreciate You So Much..

@mmedeuxchevaux 3 жыл бұрын

You're one of the most gifted instructors I've seen on KZfaq. I do have a question: could something like a crimp bead cover be put over the first necklace loop to make it more secure and less fray-able?

@jamiecee4960 4 жыл бұрын

That is a wonderful idea. Especially if you have no fancy stuff to put on the ends of cords. Ty for the tips.. I need super glue on my list.🙂 I think I like the second one best.

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jamie!! I like to make my own findings as much as possible; otherwise I'm always running out of some specialty item ;)

@MsKathleenb 4 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking about this!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

That's too funny! Glad it was timely for you ;)

@innermosthealingsanidadint7651 4 ай бұрын

I like using wire guards

@melaniebishop6005 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Joy1957K 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic ! 👏👏Thank you. 🥰️That seems reasonably easy to attain. 😊👍😘❤️️🙏 Namaste

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks so much! I hope you find it helpful in your jewelry endeavors

@darleenworkshop270 Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@hazelwaters9281 3 жыл бұрын

Great video ireland loves u x

@DianaMoon11428 3 жыл бұрын

YOU ARE THE BEST. These are the simplest, easiest, & best ways to finish a cord I've seen. About the "friction point" on the first method - if the necklace isn't heavy, I doubt it will be a problem, altho u r right to point it out.

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks so much, Diana!! Yes, I haven't had any issues with it, but it's always best to err on the side of caution.

@DianaMoon11428 3 жыл бұрын

@@FantasiaElegance My pleasure - you've saved me lots of grief with this tut. BTW on another video you said you wondered whether subscribers were getting notifications. They won't, if they don't click on the little bell next to the subscribe button. I just discovered this.

@KYATKAT 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for this video ....it will help a lot ..

@ashadominicafernandes461 3 жыл бұрын

Simply Wow. Thankyou so much for this video. God bless. Tkcare.

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Asha! You too!

@qb444la6 3 жыл бұрын

Hello there from the UK, I've just come across your channel and you are so easy to listen to. Your methods for teaching are so easy to understand and as I'm a complete beginner, this is perfect for me. Looking through your videos with ease and this is so therapeutic. Thank you 🙂

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the awesome feedback! I am just thrilled to hear that ^_^

@qb444la6 3 жыл бұрын

@@FantasiaElegance Ah, you're welcome, we need more people like yourself. I'm going to try one of your tutorials as I've bought a few findings, not sure if any of it is suitable haha, ie bead hole size, wire size, but I'm sure I have a match here. I love the petal bead, with the three petals both ends of the bead, that is so pretty. 👍

@jaquettaadams918 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tutorial, I have some leather coming tomorrow, just in time. Now I know how to finish it. I like the wrapped loop the best, I'm not a fan of jump rings.

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

You're most welcome! So glad it was a timely tutorial for you :)

@user-sg2wg3ds7o 4 жыл бұрын

Спасибо!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@sapnaaum2392 5 ай бұрын

BOOM! 💥

@07KANELA 2 жыл бұрын

Me suscribo, gracias! 🥰

@kbowler9266 4 жыл бұрын

They both look a lot better then the little nooses I was making a few years ago.

@offgridishland 4 жыл бұрын

You made me laugh! Not an expected comment. But wonderful!! 😀

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Haha!! Well there are actually ways of knotting the cord that make for an adjustable sliding knot, so "nooses" aren't necessarily a bad thing ;)

@singingwolfdyeworks2391 4 жыл бұрын

I would use either one - it depends on the necklace. The superglue on the ends = genius!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

I agree; it's nice to have multiple finishing options! And thanks ^_^

@mcp6266 2 жыл бұрын

sooo helpful! thank you. I'm a new subscriber for sure!

@FantasiaElegance 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you found it helpful! Thanks so much for subscribing!

@sherikane9437 3 жыл бұрын

Love your tutorials ~ your explanation and attention to detail really has helped me. Also I prefer your tutorials because there is no background music or showing of false manicured long fingernails that is so distracting lol. Thanks very much!

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sheri!! The awesome feedback really made my day. Take care and happy crafting

@pamelaihm7924 4 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! Would prefer the security and look of wrapping both ends with the gold wire myself!

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Pam!!

@jesuschrist736 3 жыл бұрын

@@FantasiaElegance Please,show to us the s hook clasps of this necklace and how we use them ... ilove you!

@mayabeading 4 жыл бұрын

Ditto. 2nd one. ❤️🤗🥰

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Maya!!

@Lapeerphoto 4 жыл бұрын

I need to start using that term more often... "Smoosh" 😁

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Haha, it's a great word! ;)

@kimhungrige8522 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou. Exactly the video I needed to finish a cord necklace for my daughter. I love both ways, but I'm going to use the second one. It looks classier to me. Please keep making more jewelry tutorials. I'm really using every lesson. Thankyou again..

@Wendy-WackyWomanCreations 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice and very helpful. Someone posted your link in polymer clay fb group. Yaaay...I will be subscribing to your channel!

@biankavarnai2499 2 жыл бұрын

Hy thank you so much this is super good! Thank you. Would this work for necklaces that are heavy? Like around 700g?

@FantasiaElegance 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Bianka! I think it should, as the wraps are very secure. You could use a larger diameter cord and 18 gauge wire instead if you're nervous! I think what will be more important is the kind of clasp you use.

@stevekelly5458 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of blue handle pliers are you using at 2.25?

@DebyNieto-kq2ci 4 жыл бұрын

Hello beautiful..thank you for sharing these very essential ideas., as usual they are very nice. I followed the link for the wax cord but it was 1.5 mm, is that what that was that you used or 2mm ? Stay safe and well.

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Deby! I double checked and I did use the 1.5mm in this video. I do also use 2mm for heavier/larger pendants, though :)

@DebyNieto-kq2ci 4 жыл бұрын

@@FantasiaElegance Thank you Joselyn, I am going to order now. I can't wait to make these. I really like the second one. Your a doll.

@user-dn9vd9xg9p 3 ай бұрын

Is there a reason I couldn't hook a clasp directly to the loop?

@diannadima7082 3 жыл бұрын

look make it look so easy. I will use your method. The crimps are too difficult to do for me. I don't know if I am using the wrong tool or what. But can't get them flat and even.

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Dianna! Maybe your pliers aren't quite strong enough, or your wire is too tough?

@erichhunterph.d.198 4 жыл бұрын

Link to video about clasp please. Great info. Thanks.

@erichhunterph.d.198 4 жыл бұрын

Can you make video showing how to attach the hook to it?

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Erich! Here's one video on clasps: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qa19d6WXptfQco0.html You can also see them by the popup during the video, or by going to my channel.

@rhaven50 2 жыл бұрын

Which one do you prefer?

@FantasiaElegance 2 жыл бұрын

I think I prefer the look of the 2nd style better, even though it's a bit more fussy to make!

@cassandrakarpinski9416 3 жыл бұрын

Would this work with kumihimo cord?

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

I don't see why not, though I haven't personally tried it :)

@cassandrakarpinski9416 3 жыл бұрын

Ok have just tried the second one (wire loop) on an 8 strand kumihimo cord, and while it probably would have worked better if I had access to super glue, and not just spray adhesive, it does work for kumihimo. Will be using the other method on the other end of this cord and possibly both ends of the next one (although I may redo this end with super glue closer to finishing the project)

@khatleendalmao990 3 жыл бұрын

How thick is the wire you use?

@ZachFish- 3 жыл бұрын

How long does this cord last if I were to just use it alone?

@FantasiaElegance 3 жыл бұрын

I'm afraid I'm really not sure, as I've never done that before. It is a pretty sturdy cording, but it would also depend on how much you wore it.

@SK-ki1te 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t understand how to make wraps around the cord tight without flattening the loops.

@christinebevilacqua5077 25 күн бұрын

My coils are never nice and round- how do I smoosh the wire down but keep it a circle??

@andreagibson7099 4 жыл бұрын

I LUV UR TUTORIALS MY HUSBAND & I CAN'T FIND THE WIRE ON THE INTERNET CAN U PLEASE PUT IT N THE TUTORIAL PLEASE

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Andrea! I purchased my wire from RioGrande.com. The item number is 132453

@theempress2396 2 жыл бұрын

It's so hard to work with wire I am struggling

@PartDoggo 2 жыл бұрын

"so you want some nice sharp scissors for this" *pulls out 2 knives screwed together for a diy project* 4:11

@MJSTAMAND 4 жыл бұрын

Your background matches too closely the wire so we can't really see what you're doing.

@FantasiaElegance 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback!

@freedom1557 Жыл бұрын

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@TashasTouch 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@freedom1557 Жыл бұрын

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