subject: Jewelry Chains Made Out Of Bead And Chain Combinations [print this page] Jewelry chains come in different styles and shapes. Jewelry chains make a bracelet, anklet or necklace look very interesting. Making a bead and chain project can be a very good hobby and can enhance your interest in jewelry chains and jewelry in general. Here is a simple project which you can do by yourself and make a necklace that is approximately 25 inches long.
1. Choose a chain weight that matches your bead size. Small light chains must go with delicate beads. By doing this, you create a well-balanced appearance and have the chain blend well with the beads.
2. Cut six pieces of chain, 3 inches long. Use pliers to cut the chains. Chains are very delicate pieces of metal and if not cut properly, you will get uneven edges and unattractive pieces.
3. After cutting the pieces, make five "bead on a wire" sets. To make bead on a wire set, you can consult Google or other online tutorials to get the instructions.
4. Attach the ring of the clasp to one piece of the chain. Use small, needle-nosed pliers to gently pull one of the rings on the chain apart. Place the clasp ring in place, then use needle-nosed pliers to close the ring.
5. After completing step 4, attach one of the bead sets by hooking the loop eye to the chain and closing it with pliers.
6. Continue by alternating one chain, one bead set and so forth until you have used all six sets of chain and five bead sets in a continuous chains.
7. Attach the other end of the clasp to the chain using needle-nosed pliers and finish the whole necklace.
In doing the whole activity, remember to squeeze the pliers gently on the wire. If you don't you may create a rough area that might tear your clothes or scratch your skin. It is advisable to use round-nosed pliers as much as possible to prevent nicks. If you use flat, jaw-type pliers, you can get plastic material to coat the jaws.
