How to Start a Celtic Line in Chainmaille
Expert chainmaille artist Sue Ripsch demonstrates how to start the helm chain or Celtic line chainmaille technique using jump rings. A handy 3-D graphic is enlarged to show the intricate steps.
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Chainmaille Weavers, Rejoice!
We've collected our best chainmaille tutorials in one place. Learn to create the most popular weaves: Byzantine, Full Persian 6-in-1, European 4-in-1, Turkish Round Maille and even Scalemaille! Explore individual techniques with easy-to-follow instructions, helpful 3D rendering, full video how-tos or complete maille projects. Plus, if you have questions about aspect ratios or how to make your own jump rings, we've got answers.
Weaving Scalemaille and Washermaille
Learn how to add bright color and fun texture to chainmaille jewelry designs by using washers and scales. Author and jewelry maker Vanessa Walilko walks you through the steps with insider tips and tricks.
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How to Start a Double Spiral Rope in Chainmaille
The double spiral rope weave is demonstrated by chainmaille expert and author Sue Ripsch in this tutorial. A 3-D graphic is provided with each step to clearly illustrate the technique.
Dragon Chainmaille Weave
Dragon chainmaille weave is a useful technique for chainmaille jewelry, costumes and more. This tutorial video from Theresa Abelew shows how easy it can be.
Stretch Celtic Bracelet
Who says chainmaille can't be stretchy? Follow along with this video to make a stretchable Celtic chainmaille bracelet using both regular and rubber jump rings.
River of Maille Bracelet
Expert chainmaille artist Sue Ripsch demonstrates how to make a River of Maille bracelet. This is a variation of the Byzantine technique. She uses shower curtain rings so it’s easier to see how to connect jump rings to create this chainmaille weave.
How to Begin a European 4-in-1 Chain
Master the art of crafting elegantly intricate European 4-in-1 chainmaille with this video, complemented by detailed step-by-step instructions.
Featured Design Inspiration
Rudolph's Flight Path
It's the season of giving and this Rudolph-inspired chainmaille bracelet will make the perfect gift. Chainmaille is an ancient technique of weaving metal rings together to create intricate, and durable jewelry pieces.
All About Jump Rings
Delve into our extensive jump ring resource. Here you'll find a wealth of information about one of the most versatile jewelry-making resources, from sizes and materials to chainmaille weaves.
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Earrings
Simple child's play or sophisticated chainmaille? These Christmas tree earrings walk the line with their chainmaille base and glow-in-the-dark tree topper.
Single-Strand Necklace
Craft this charming star necklace using silicone Oh! Ring™ components skillfully woven together to form an elegant and playful pattern.
Bracelet and Earring Set
Add a pop of color and texture to a beachy charm bracelet with Oh Rings™.
Earrings
This earring design is versatile enough to be whatever you'd like--a flower, a Celtic knot or planetary orbits. Colorful jump rings and Celestial Crystals® are easy to personalize.
Bracelet
Get creative with chainmaille in this design! Colorful jump rings in Mobius rings form lifelike Magenta Flowers on a bracelet.
Bracelet
The beaded clusters in this chainmaille bracelet have an almost floral effect. This variation on the Byzantine weave is sometimes called tryzantine.
Stretch Bracelet
Make this fun and vibrant bracelet with a mix of rigid and flexible rings for a look that's filled with unique, electric style.
After countless hours spent perfecting the intricate weaves of chainmaille, and you've finally mastered the art, transforming metal rings into stunning, fluid designs with ease. The satisfaction of conquering this ancient craft fills you with pride, yet a new challenge calls. The world of metalworking beckons, offering fresh opportunities to shape and forge metal in ways beyond just linking rings. It’s time to expand your skill set, to learn the fire and hammer, and to mold raw metal into custom forms—perhaps forging clasps, pendants, or even creating entirely new pieces from scratch. The journey of mastery continues, but now with a new medium and limitless creative possibilities ahead.
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