Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop

Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Author: Karen Karon
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-08-14
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1596686456

Discover the ultimate technique-based guide for one of the top trends in jewelry making--chain maille. In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop, you'll find more than two dozen techniques for making today's most popular chain maille weaves--from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate Dragonscale. Jewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth, step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring. You'll also get a thorough but flexible approach to techniques that prove weaving can be done in a multitude of ways and demonstrations on "speed weaving," which is ideal for large projects. Designs progressively increase in complexity, so every jewelry maker--beginner or pro--will find inspiration and projects that suite their skill level. What's more to love? Every chapter provides a unique jewelry project and a plethora of design advice, visual inspiration, shortcuts, tips, and tricks, as well as guidance for attaching clasps and findings. It's no wonder that Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop is the ideal resource for innovation and originality in chain maille jewelry making.

Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop

Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Author: Karen Karon
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 398
Release: 2015-02-19
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1620336618

Chain maille patterns and weaves that take jewelry design into new frontiers! Jewelry artists will enjoy a collection of new, less-common weaves and challenging projects that inspire and educate. Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book. She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics: methods for closing a weave, working with micro rings, working large scale, and using alternative materials in weaves. The book is then divided into 4 sections, each devoted to a particular type of weave: new Persian weaves, Elf-based weaves, Hybrid weaves, and Scale Maille weaves that incorporate sheet metal scales into traditional weaves for a striking effect. Sprinkled throughout the illustrated step-by-step instructions for each weave technique are valuable tips from Karen to help ensure a beautiful finished piece.

Classic Chain Mail Jewelry with a Twist

Classic Chain Mail Jewelry with a Twist
Author: Sue Ripsch
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2012-12-04
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0871164833

Building on the popularity of her best-selling Classic Chain Mail Jewelry, Sue Ripsch offers exciting new variations on many popular chain mail weaves that will tempt motivated beginners and experienced jewelry makers alike. This book features 30+ weaves for earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and more, all conveniently arranged by skill level. And here’s the twist: Jewelry makers will learn how to break up links, turn them 90 degrees, or use multiple weaves in the same piece, ensuring their approach to chain mail will never be the same.

Chain Mail Jewelry

Chain Mail Jewelry
Author: Terry Taylor
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2006
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781579907235

A valuable resource to help beginners and intermediates get in on the craze. With computer-generated illustrations that show every step, it introduces all the key construction procedures, including the proper methods of winding, opening and closing the metal rings.

Beaded Chain Mail Jewelry

Beaded Chain Mail Jewelry
Author: Dylon Whyte
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2009
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781600592201

Bestselling author and chain mail expert Whyte presents his time-tested, time-saving techniques with more than 30 breathtaking projects, ranging from extremely simple to challenging. Illustrations throughout.

Unconventional Chain Mail Jewelry

Unconventional Chain Mail Jewelry
Author: Laura Poplin
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 113
Release: 2012-11-19
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0871167387

Laura Poplin’s clever chain mail jewelry brings an updated look to this ancient technique. Poplin treats chain mail not just as the focal point of jewelry, but also as an unexpected accent to pearls, metals, and even leather. A technique tutorial begins each project-filled chapter and covers five basic weaves: Euro 4-in-1, Byzantine; Unbalanced Euro 1-in-1; Japanese 12-in-2; and Chrysanthemum. A substantial tools and materials section covers everything from wire gauges and making jump rings to texturing metal and working with leather.

Classic Chain Mail Jewelry

Classic Chain Mail Jewelry
Author: Sue Ripsch
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2012-08-29
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1627000216

Chain mail is a very hot topic, and those who enjoy the process are looking for new patterns and ideas to explore. Classic Chain Mail covers the basic weaves for beginners, but also adds unusual jump rings (twisted, oval), some crystals and beads, and unique patterns for intermediate beaders. These 35 projects create a classic, elegant look by using mostly silver, gold, and argentium jump rings. This book offers many different, unique patterns for jewelry makers who are interested in chain mail.

Fabulous Chain Mail Jewelry

Fabulous Chain Mail Jewelry
Author: Marilyn Gardiner
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Co
Total Pages: 115
Release: 2018-10-16
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1627004491

Most chain mail project books focus on long chains of traditional chain mail weaves. In Fabulous Chain Mail Jewelry: Creating with Components, noted designer and teacher Marilyn Gardiner offers a fresh, component-based approach to chain mail jewelry. Gardiner teaches readers to create short segments of chain — components — and then combine these units with bead links and metal connectors. Readers will also learn to build custom shapes, bails, beads, pendants, and tassels to incorporate into their creations. The 25+ projects in Gardiner's newest book use sterling silver, copper, and some colored rings, all in her signature “office jewelry" style — jewelry women will feel comfortable wearing in any setting. Gardiner also offers design variations for some projects, allowing readers the freedom to make each piece their own. The projects include familiar weaves, but the emphasis is on the beautiful jewelry readers can create with short segments of chain mail rather than long chains. The book includes clear, easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of photos that will appeal to beginning jewelry makers. Readers with intermediate or advanced chain mail skills will enjoy using their skills in a new, innovative way.

One Jump Ring

One Jump Ring
Author: Lauren Andersen
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 113
Release: 2017-01-16
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1627003045

Twenty-five everyday chain mail projects using only one size ring: 3/16", 18 gauge. Book features tips throughout to help you master chain mail. Book instructions are easy to follow resulting in quality-looking finished pieces. Build confidence as you move from simple to more complex designs while learning several common weaves such as Box Chain, Byzantine, Mobius, Barrel Weave, Double Spiral, European 4-in-1, and Shaggy Loops.