Garnet Byzantine Link Bracelet
Due to the unbearable heat outside, I’ve been staying indoors in front of a fan. It is not a perfect solution, but I’m cool enough to be able to work and that is what is important.
My shipment of sterling jumprings arrived from Chainweavers on Friday. I was pleased to see that they were packaged in little metal canisters and were clearly labeled. The rings are nicely finished and ready to work with out of the box.
I’ve been looking forward to giving chain maille a try and have selected a series of basic chains to make for my booth this fall. The first bracelet I am making is a simple “byzantine” or “king’s link”. I’ve selected 18 gauge sterling silver round wire in a 3.5mm diameter for this first project. It has been slow going for me as I get the weave of the rings into my fingers. I’m using mismatched pilers, basically what I have on hand in my toolbox. For an awl, I’m using my soldering pick!
I’ve been working on the bracelet on and off during the day, taking breaks to cool off as I go or to help my husband with various chores around the house. With each completed set of links, I find that the work becomes easier and I find the entire process to be relaxing.
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