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Weave Ring

By Pat Capo

Uploaded on: Feb 24, 2009
Level: Intermediate
Price: $7.00
Description:

With this lesson you will learn how to make an all wire ring with mixed metals. This is a very attractive and versatile ring that can be worn by Men as well as Women I have made this ring for couples, in his and hers versions, or as a friendship ring. Just by changing the gauge of the wire and/or adding or subtracting the amount of wire in the bundle you can change the look of the ring to suit the wearer. The interlocking weaving of the wires symbolizes connecting in togetherness, similar to holding hands with your fingers interlaced. This project takes a small amount of wire and after a little practice you will be able to make this ring in under an hour. This ring has been a favorite with my students as well as with my clients. I've updated this tutorial for Metric measurements as well as inches.
CREDITS: I recently was able to trace the ring that inspired me back to a Jim Llewellyn book published some where in the late 50's or early 60's. Others have published the exact design but what I discovered was
it was exact because it was photocopied directly from Jim's book, without permission I might add. :-( So at this time Jim Llewellyn deserves the credit for designing this beautiful ring.
Thank you Jim

Price: $7.00
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Material List:
  • 8 inches (20.32cm) of Sterling Silver Wire 21 gauge (0.7mm) Half Hard Square
  • 16 inches (40.64cm) of Gold Filled Wire 21 gauge (0.7mm) Half Hard Square
  • 6 inches (15.24cm) of 20 gauge (0.8mm) Half round your choice Sterling Silver or Gold Filled
  • 2 inches (5.08cm) of 18 gauge (1.0mm) Half Round Wire in Metal of your choice
Tool List:
  • Chain Nose Pliers
  • Flat Nose Pliers
  • Flush Cutters
  • Ring Mandrel
  • Jewelers Ruler
  • Pin Vise
  • Masking Tape
  • Jewelers File
  • Fine Line Permanent Marker
  • Nail Polish Remover & Q-Tip

Number of steps: 22
File size: 693.89 KB
Page count: 9
Listing ID: #16114
1 Review
1 Tip
9 Comments
111 Downloads
1 Question
Categories Wirework Rings
Tags Wire Art Jewelry weave Unisex Rings rings

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  1. How much wire is needed for a size 12 finger my girlfriend wants one for her index or middle fingerby Ragingred55Posted on - Sun, 03/15/2009 - 15:14

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  1. Thank You For Looking:by Pat CapoPosted on - Wed, 06/17/2009 - 09:29

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Betty's ring. Thank you so
Submitted by gloflyer on Sun, 03/01/2009 - 00:32.

Betty's ring.

Thank you so much! I still haven't figured out the picture thing. Two rings made already. The first so so, the second just right. The tutorial is very clear and easy to follow.

This ring is dedicated to a dear friend of mine who challenged me to make a ring a couple of years ago. I never got that ring made before she died.

I think that she would be pleased to see this ring and to know that I am still learning new things.

GLO

Hi GLO I'm so happy your
Submitted by Pat Capo on Sun, 03/01/2009 - 09:14.

Hi GLO
I'm so happy your enjoying the Tutorial, Betty would be proud of you. What do you mean by the "picture thing" ? Are you referring to the picture of the Weave Ring on the Tutorial page? Keep up the good work it just gets easier before you know it you will be making rings for all your friends.
Pat.................

Pat, your rings are so
Submitted by Sheree on Sun, 03/08/2009 - 04:42.

Pat, your rings are so becoming and professional, love your designs!
http://rockmegentlyjewelry.blogspot.com

It is rings like this that
Submitted by april_again on Tue, 03/10/2009 - 18:13.

It is rings like this that make me want to learn wire work more and more :) Thanks for posting, it is beautiful.

Thank You April, It makes
Submitted by Pat Capo on Sat, 03/06/2010 - 07:26.

Thank You April, It makes any teacher proud to know that she has inspired someone to explore their creativity.
Pat............ :-D

LOVE this design Pat! I
Submitted by Lizbeth on Sun, 06/07/2009 - 09:33.

LOVE this design Pat! I really like the Silver and Gold wire Combined on this piece! It also looks like this is something you could wear everyday comfortably, Just Beautiful!

Thanks lizbeth this ring has
Submitted by Pat Capo on Thu, 06/11/2009 - 21:16.

Thanks lizbeth this ring has been a favorite with men as well as women. Yes it is comfortable to wear, it lays flat and smooth against your finger. Thanks again for your kind comments.
Pat..............

Great ring, I noticed that
Submitted by LinRose on Sun, 01/24/2010 - 07:57.

Great ring, I noticed that it can be made for men too!!!!

Thanks LinRose, just noticed
Submitted by Pat Capo on Sun, 02/28/2010 - 09:23.

Thanks LinRose, just noticed your comment sorry I didn't answer you sooner. If you look in the gallery you will see the men's version posted.
Pat.......... :-D

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