People are drawn to unusual jewelry that can't be found on a store shelf. Incorporating handmade fused silver rings within a simple bracelet design turns it into something unique and special. This is a two part article that covers both the making of the fused silver rings, and the bracelet's assembly. This advanced project includes step by step photographs.
Required Materials: Wire, jump rings, toggle clasp, lampwork beads. See project for complete list.
Tools Needed: Wire cutters, needle nose pliers, ring mandrel, torch, firing block, mallet, block, hammer, metal stamp, liver-of-sulfur, steel wool, chain nose pliers, round nose pliers. See project for complete list.
Techniques Used: Wirework
Originally Published: Step by Step Wire Jewelry, Summer Preview 2008