How to Use Ring Findings

Instructions

Step 1

Cut two 7-inch lengths of stretch cord. Put a knot on one end of each cord leaving a 1-inch tail. Pass the unknotted end of the first cord through the second hole on one side link. Repeat with the second cord on the opposite hole.

Step 2

Stretch cord threaded through four links

Pass the cords through the first and second hole on the following links: top link, second side link and shank link.

Step 3

Stretch cord being threaded through the first link again

Pass cords through the first set of holes from the first side link.

Step 4

The two ends of stretch cord being held out of the links

Stretch cord out to pull links snug.

Step 5

Two ends of stretch cord being tied together

Tie off the first cord end and tail of the first knot using an overhand or surgeon's knot. Allow knot to fall into place. Repeat with second cord. Trim excess if needed.

Step 6

Add a drop of adhesive (Loctite® 409) to each knot. Set aside and allow adhesive to dry per manufacturer’s instructions.

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