Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #21-888-954 Crazy Lace Calcite 8mm Round Gemstone Beads, Olive (strand)1 #61-813-19-80 Beadalon Beading Wire, 19 Strand, 0.015", 30' Spool - Gold Satin (30 foot)1 #37-167-6 Antiqued Brass Plated Jump Ring, Round, 8mm (ounce)1 #39-190-14-6 Antiqued Brass Plated Toggle Clasp, Cast, 15mm (gross)1 #37-065-22 Copper Head Pin, 1.5", Thin (hundred)1 #41-256-22-4 Beadalon Groovy Size 2 Crimp Tubes - Gold Color Brass (Pack)Tools Cutting/Nipping …

When you open and close jump rings, twist ends instead of "ovaling" them.This keeps their round shape better, which makes them easier to close neatly and securely.Many people find it easier to grip jump rings with round-nose pliers, but smooth flat-nose and chain-nose pliers make it easier to grip your jump ring without leaving tiny dents. For best control, try using a pair of chain-nose pliers in one hand, and a pair of bent flat-nose pliers in the other hand. …

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsThis project has step-by-step illustrated instructions in our blog: How To Make Chainmaille-Style EarringsSuggested Supplies1 ounce (use 8 pieces) #37-178-1 White Plated Jump Ring, Round, 10mm1 ounce (use 2 pieces) #37-136-1 White Plated Jump Ring, Round, 5mm1 100-pack(use 8 beads) #26-114-0 Gold Plated Brass 5x5mm Barrel Beads, Large Hole1 pair #34-563-20-SF TierraCast Silver-Filled Earring Hook Findings, Plain2 each #06-433-11-01) Swarovski 6433 Pear Cut …