Byzantine Chain Mail Bracelet
This amazing-looking chain mail bracelet is easier than it looks!
After taking this course you will have a beautiful rope bracelet in the classic Byzantine Link pattern. It’s a great place to start with chain mail if you’ve never tried it before. It’s also a fantastic weave to know if you have some chain mail experience.
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What you’ll learn from over 2 1/2 hours of video instruction:
Chain Mail Basics: Learn what makes a good jump ring, how jump rings are measured, tools you can use for chain mail, and how to make a handy chain mail third-hand
Jump Ring Measurement Conversion: Tips on truly understanding what size jump rings you need for a project
Tips for Healthy Chain Mail Work: Learn the importance of lighting, magnification, and ergonomics
How to Properly Open and Close Jump Rings: Yes! There’s a right way and a wrong way. Save yourself some struggles by doing it right from the start!
Byzantine Chain Mail Weave: Close-up, detailed instruction on how to make the Byzantine pattern including a tools & materials list.
Creating a Professional Finish: Learn how to oxidize your sterling silver bracelet for the best look and discover the benefits of using a tumbler with chain mail.
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Save yourself some time, some money, and even some frustration with the tips and pointers provided in this section!
There’s a few things you should know before you start any chain mail project. This video explains the difference between a good & a bad jump ring, tools you may want to use, and a handy third-hand for chain mail that you can make at home.
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Want to know even more about jump rings for chain mail?
If you have the right jump rings for your chain mail project, that’s great! You probably don’t need to watch this. But if you’re not sure which jump rings to get for your project, you’ll be able to move forward with confidence after this lesson.
This tutorial clearly explains jump ring measurements and shows that not all jump rings are measured the same way. You’ll even learn a little math to convert your jump ring sizes if you have to.
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Want to know even more about jump rings for chain mail?
If you have the right jump rings for your chain mail project, that’s great! You probably don’t need to watch this. But if you’re not sure which jump rings to get for your project, you’ll be able to move forward with confidence after this lesson.
This tutorial clearly explains jump ring measurements and shows that not all jump rings are measured the same way. You’ll even learn a little math to convert your jump ring sizes if you have to.
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Yes, there’s a right way and a wrong way to open and close jump rings!
Knowing the proper technique will make your chain mail projects go faster with fewer un-closed rings. By twisting your jump ring open – as shown in the video – you maintain the shape, reduce the chances of breaking, and are more likely to get proper closure.
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Here’s a thorough explanation and demonstration of how to use liver of sulfur gel to get a black patina on your sterling silver and copper jewelry.
Pam covers set up, safety, disposal, patina removal and hand polishing.
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Here’s a quick but informative overview of how I use a rotary tumbler when making jewelry. It’s great for finishing sterling silver soldered pieces, chain mail, Viking knit and wire work. It creates a professional looking, shiny finish and hardens the metal a little bit for better structure.
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All done!
After oxidizing and tumbling the Byzantine Chain Mail Bracelet, we get a look at the finished piece in the video below.
Thanks for joining me on this chain mail journey!
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