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Rings: Jump, Split & Soldered Rings

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie talks about the difference between jump, split and soldered rings. See the links below for the products featured in this Better Beaders episode.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
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Rings: Jump, Split & Soldered Rings
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Jump rings (various gauges and diameters)
  • Split rings
  • Soldered (closed) rings
  • Chain maille rings
  • Pliers (for opening and closing rings)
  • Wire cutters (for making jump rings)
  • Knitting needle or mandrel (for coiling wire to make jump rings)

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Identify the type of ring needed for your project (jump, split, or soldered).
    Select the appropriate gauge and diameter for the ring based on your design requirements.
    For jump rings, use two pairs of pliers to open the ring by twisting the ends in opposite directions, avoiding distortion.
    Thread the ring through the components you're connecting.
    Close the ring by twisting the ends back into place, ensuring a tight closure.
    For more durability or specific design needs, consider making your own rings using wire and a mandrel.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie talks about the difference between jump, split and soldered rings. See the links below for the products featured in this Better Beaders episode.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Jump rings (various gauges and diameters)
  • Split rings
  • Soldered (closed) rings
  • Chain maille rings
  • Pliers (for opening and closing rings)
  • Wire cutters (for making jump rings)
  • Knitting needle or mandrel (for coiling wire to make jump rings)

    • Project Steps

    Identify the type of ring needed for your project (jump, split, or soldered).
    Select the appropriate gauge and diameter for the ring based on your design requirements.
    For jump rings, use two pairs of pliers to open the ring by twisting the ends in opposite directions, avoiding distortion.
    Thread the ring through the components you're connecting.
    Close the ring by twisting the ends back into place, ensuring a tight closure.
    For more durability or specific design needs, consider making your own rings using wire and a mandrel.