Snapeeze

     There have been discussions on my forums in the past about jump rings.  Via Murano makes a sterling silver jump ring called the "Snapeeze".  It comes in a 6 mm size and an 8 mm size.  It is called "Snapeeze" because it makes a snapping sound when you wiggle it back and forth which means that it is closed.  These jump rings are pretty expensive, which is what precipitated the discussion.  All jump rings will click when wiggled back and forth, which signifies that they are closed.  And most of them are much, much cheaper than the "Snapeeze".  Now it depends on what the jump ring is being used for as to whether I use the "Snapeeze" or not.  At first I used them for everything, but in these economic times I have cut back.  I do use them for something heavy and definitely for bracelets.  All the charms on my educational bracelet are attached with the "Snapeeze" jump rings and I have not lost any of them.  In fact, I've had to take a few off  and could not find the seam; that's how well they close up.  

    Sorry I haven't written anything lately, but I've been on vacation in Sunny (and warm Florida).  It sure beats the cold in Pa.    I'll try to write more now.  

   But, if you want a good sturdy jump ring, go to www.viamurano.com.  I