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Dancing Donuts Tutorial

This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make our "Dancing Donuts" necklace or bracelet, using jump rings (L18 18 gauge Jump rings with 5.9-6.4mm inner diameter) and 9mm Czech glass rings (donuts). Enjoy this quick and easy chainmaille technique!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Dancing Donuts Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • L18 18 gauge Jump rings (5.9-6.4mm inner diameter)
  • 9mm Czech glass rings (donuts) in garnet color
  • Needle nose pliers
  • Bent needle nose pliers
  • Lobster clasp (optional for finishing)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather L18 jump rings, Czech glass donuts, and pliers.
    Open a Jump Ring: Use the pliers to open the jump ring by twisting sideways, not pulling apart.
    Attach the First Czech Glass Ring: Slide a glass ring onto an open jump ring and close it securely.
    Add Another Jump Ring: Attach a second jump ring to the same glass ring for stability.
    Expand the Pattern: Repeat the process by adding new glass rings and connecting them with two jump rings each.
    Finish the Design: Once at the desired length, add a clasp or make adjustments to turn it into a necklace.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Dancing Donuts Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make our "Dancing Donuts" necklace or bracelet, using jump rings (L18 18 gauge Jump rings with 5.9-6.4mm inner diameter) and 9mm Czech glass rings (donuts). Enjoy this quick and easy chainmaille technique!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • L18 18 gauge Jump rings (5.9-6.4mm inner diameter)
  • 9mm Czech glass rings (donuts) in garnet color
  • Needle nose pliers
  • Bent needle nose pliers
  • Lobster clasp (optional for finishing)
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather L18 jump rings, Czech glass donuts, and pliers.
    Open a Jump Ring: Use the pliers to open the jump ring by twisting sideways, not pulling apart.
    Attach the First Czech Glass Ring: Slide a glass ring onto an open jump ring and close it securely.
    Add Another Jump Ring: Attach a second jump ring to the same glass ring for stability.
    Expand the Pattern: Repeat the process by adding new glass rings and connecting them with two jump rings each.
    Finish the Design: Once at the desired length, add a clasp or make adjustments to turn it into a necklace.