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Step 1
Trigger clasps include spring ring and lobster clasps. These clasps have a tiny trigger that you pull to open the clasp. Once open, you release the trigger to secure it onto a ring. Larger trigger clasps are good solutions for heavier pieces of jewelry.
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Step 2
Box clasps are two-part clasps used to hold lightweight necklaces together. To use this kind of clasp, you compress the wedge-shaped side to bring it outside of the box and then push it back in to secure the clasp. Box clasps are more delicate than the toggle or the trigger clasps and should only be used for lightweight pieces such as pearl strands.
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Step 3
Toggle clasps are two-piece clasps that include a ring and a bar. To use this clasp, you slip the bar end into the ring end.
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Step 4
After you are familiar with the types of clasps, select the one that you think is most suitable for you.
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Step 1
Search online with keyword phrases such as "lobster clasp necklace." After you have a list of results, look through the photos to see if there is a match for you. If you find a piece that fits your style and is within your price range, make sure you are dealing with a reliable retailer. To do this, check for Better Business Bureau participation and do a quick Google search of the company's reputation.
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Step 2
Look through vintage shops to find clasp jewelry that may not be available at jewelry stores that carry only the latest styles. You might find items such as Victorian style jewelry with decorative clasps.
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Step 3
Go to a local jewelry store and ask if they can customize a design for you. If you have a clasp in mind, ask if they can change the clasp on an existing design. If you find a handcrafted jewelry retailer online, they might also be able to change the clasp for you.
