[Jewelry making - Article 00315] - Re: [Orchid] Gold bezel wire for a novice goldsmith

[Michelle]

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>     This particular chain is made by fusing fine silver links and then
>     weaving them together. There is a book written by Jean Stark that
>     tells how this is done 

    In fact, this chain looks very similar to the loop in loop chains;
    however, if you closely you will see that it is not a loop in loop
    chain but a Viking weave chain as was first indicated. I love to use
    22 kt 28 gauge for this type of chain. It makes a beautiful delicate
    chain. I have found that 18 kt gold in the same gauge makes a
    beautiful chain also, but it work hardens a bit too quickly for me.
    (Or maybe I just handle the wire too much while weaving this type of
    chain.) 

    For what it is worth: Jean Stark's book is on my list as a must have
    for anyone weaving chains. It is an excellent reference for making
    loop in loop chains, but the appendices make it worth its weight in
    gold even if you don't make loop in loop chains. 

    Good luck with these beautiful chains. Chain making is addictive! 

Michelle
Decolletage Jewels
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