Crimp beads are essential for jewelry making, especially when using steel wire or fireline. They provide a neat finish at the beginning and end of your jewelry and can be combined with a skullcap and a wire protector for a beautiful finish. You thread the crimp bead onto the wire, then thread the clasp and wire protector onto it, and then thread the wire back through the crimp bead and several beads. Finally, crimp the bead firmly closed and trim off the remaining wire. Crimp beads are sturdy, high-quality, and available in various colors and materials.