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Step 1 For this technique, we are using a 2mm cord and a 3mm cord end. |  | Step 2 Insert the cord into the cord end. |  | Step 3 With the chain nose pliers, grasp the middle of the right side of the cord end and squeeze until it is flat against the cord. |
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Step 4 Gently squeeze the top of the right side until it is flat against the cord. |  | Step 5 Gently squeeze the bottom of the right side until it is flat against the cord. |  | Step 6 Gently squeeze the middle of the left side until it is lying flat on top of the right side of the cord end. |
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Step 7 Gently squeeze the bottom of the left side until it is lying flat on top of the right side of the cord end. |  | Step 8 Gently squeeze the top of the left side until it is lying flat on top of the right side of the cord end. |  | Step 9 Repeat for the second side of the cord. The loops on the cord end can now be used to attach jump rings or clasps. |
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