Toggles

Toggle clasps are a timeless jewellery finding that combine practicality with elegant design. Consisting of two components – a decorative ring and a coordinating bar – the toggle works by threading the bar through the ring and allowing tension to hold it securely in place. Simple, effective and beautiful, it’s a clasp that becomes part of the design rather than something to hide at the back.

Perfect for necklaces and bracelets, toggle clasps are especially suited to slightly heavier pieces, where the weight of the design helps keep the closure secure. They are ideal for beaded strands, pearl designs, gemstone jewellery and textured chain projects. For bracelet makers, toggles are wonderfully user-friendly, making them easy to fasten with one hand.

Available in a range of finishes and styles, from sleek and minimal to ornate and decorative, toggle clasps can either blend seamlessly into your design or act as a feature element. Wear them traditionally at the back, position them at the front as a focal detail, or incorporate them into asymmetrical designs for a contemporary twist.

Their open ring design also allows for creative embellishment. Add small charms, wire-wrapped beads or seed bead details to personalise your piece and create a cohesive finish. The bar length and ring diameter work together to ensure a balanced and secure closure, so selecting the right size for your project is key.

Stylish, functional and easy to use, toggle clasps are a jewellery-making staple. Whether you’re creating everyday pieces or statement designs, they offer both dependable closure and a polished, professional finish to your handmade jewellery.