Description

• Prevents beads from sliding off of unfinished strung jewelry projects
• Coated jaw provides additional grip without marking surfaces
• 3-stage locking handles ensure a secure hold
• Stainless steel, boxjoint construction

What are hemostat clamps?

Originally designed for medical and dental purposes, hemostat clamps are indispensable for jewellery making, beading, watchmaking and many other craft projects. They look similar to scissors or forceps and have handles held in place via a locking mechanism.

The Bead Smith hemostat clamp has a 3-stage locking system that provides a secure hold, so you can carry out your projects with the surgical precision they deserve. Box jointed in construction, the Bead Smith hemostat is made of quality stainless steel. It is a strong, durable and useful tool to have in your tool kit.

What are hemostat clamps used for?

In crafts and hobbies, hemostat clamps are used in various ways. They are especially useful for securing small components when your project is under construction.

For beading projects, they’re often used to clamp or hold a multi-strand cord, wire or bead thread, so the beads don’t slide off while you’re working away. Featuring a quick-release mechanism, hemostat clamps hold things tight until you unlock them. The smooth-coated jaws give you extra grip without scratching or marking the surfaces of your craft materials. Whether your beadwork is delicate, intricate or relatively simple, a quality hemostat clamp lets you create beautiful beaded designs faster and more efficiently.

When it comes to sewing projects, a hemostat clamp can be used to turn things inside out and add or remove the filling. They let you access all those hard-to-reach spaces, making them ideal for crafting stuffed toys and decorations.

How to use a hemostat clamp

The best way to use a Bead Smith hemostat clamp is to hold it the same way as a surgeon would, inserting the thumb into one handle and the ring or middle finger into the other. The index finger can be extended down the shaft of the clamp. The locking mechanism of the Bead Smith hemostat clamp keeps the jaws tight. The clamp can be easily released using a small movement of the handle operated by the thumb.

As is the case with scissors and many other craft tools, the hemostat clamp is designed for right-handed people.

Projects that require hemostat clamps

A hemostat clamp can be used for a wide range of projects, including:

• Jewellery making – The clamp is ideal for holding beads in place while stringing them onto a cord or wire. Bracelets, necklaces, key chains, earrings and other beaded jewellery items are easier to construct when you have hemostat forceps in your kit.
• Beading projects – Besides jewellery making, a hemostat clamp can be used to make beaded wind chimes and to decorate clothing, shoes, bags and home furnishings with beads.
• Sewing – Turning clothes, toys and home furnishings inside out or filling them with stuffing is simpler with a clamp.
• Doll-making and doll re-stringing – The clamp can be used to hold the elastic firmly in place. It’s also perfect for removing doll hair or grabbing the needle when re-rooting hair.
• Quilting – The Bead Smith hemostat clamp can be used to grab a needle and pull it through layers, so it doesn’t become stuck.

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At Beads N Crystals, we make shopping easy. Wholesale customers can use our wholesale access service, and retail customers can use our online shopping service or visit our Brisbane store in Annerley. Shipping is free on orders over $50, or you can pick up your order directly from our shop.

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