How to Make a Basic Ring | Jewelry 101

[@Beeslaughter]

Just made another ring alongside this tutorial! I love how simple and beautiful it came out! She’s a great teacher! Love these videos and can’t wait to keep trying projects!

[@floydputnam1999]

Ha ha ha! A ring stick! That cracks me up you call a mandrel a ring stick.

[@wen-wenwang6920]

I love all your tutorials, Susan, especially your ring tutorials! I would love to see a tutorial that can use up my collection of bicone crystal beads in a fresh way. Bicones tend to look dated in earrings, but I’m thinking that the right ring design might breathe fresh life into them. I have a variety of sizes, from 4mm to 12mm. By the way, I have used some of the bicones in JTV’s cocktail ring design, but I am looking for more of an easy every day ring design. Thank you!!

[@1tinac]

My mind is coming up with many ideas. Thanks for sharing.

[@aneeldhargalkar8573]

Thanks to you maam, I have learned from you,My sister in law she makes,but I learned from you,thanks to you.

[@bunny7842]

Thanks. It took a few tries, but after I got better at holding it still on the mandrel, I made a good one with brass and a citrine nugget. Love it. Thanks again.

[@giannag4917]

Just made this! So easy and looks great. I made it with Rose gold color wire and amethyst.

[@rjarra7464]

Does it feel like a normal ring or do you have to use something else besides wire?

[@pmascari2018]

Your birthday show was enlightening, fun and beautiful all rolled into one presentation.

[@benancialopez6894]

Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. It is very appreciated. God bless you.

[@user-xg9zk7yg9h]

Ahhhh thank you! I’ve tried making so many rings and have failed so many times but thanks to you! I understand it perfectly now thank you!!!

[@mariazamarripa4413]

I am going to try this! I have all the supplies but the main one.. the ring tool. I'm buying one today and making a ring for my best friend. Thank you for this tutorial!!

[@naimastewart8807]

This helped me so much!!!! Thank you🤍🤍!! Also the ring you made is gorgeous

[@nikibanafshehnikpour5853]

Appreciate you for your fabulous training video and your generous personality,May GOD Blessed you and Good luck 🍀 to you ,Ms.Susan🥰

[@andrewharald88]

Hello 👋

[@cathyellington7599]

Thank you for showing this video. I have arthritis real bad in my hands. My finger size is actually 9 but need 11 to get over my joints. Using the wire I can fit over my knuckles then can manipulate wire to fit

[@elsietamburelli8780]

Thank you. Your a super lady for teaching us.

[@deesartin9248]

Hi this looks very easy ❤️going to get my supplies & make a few! Thank you for sharing ✨✨✨

[@Ella-kq5tu]

thank you! this was very helpful and easy to follow!

[@natalierobbins6458]

WOW!!! That looks so fabulous and easy. Thank you so much.

[@JewelSchool]

Thanks for watching, Natalie!

[@ilind2021]

Thanks I have watched this a few times TFS love this!!!💛💕😊

[@JewelSchool]

So glad!

[@Imayamahamama]

I’m new to jewelry making and I’m loving your videos! Hoping my first piece turns out as lovely as yours. Thank you!

[@andrewharald88]

Hi 👋

[@danabarakat1816]

Wow I love this! I am considering going into jewelry making for myself and this helped greatly!

[@dwanfriemel5388]

You make it look so easy good job on the ring.

[@veronicatampus5461]

Thank so much Susan for this easy to follow tutorial. You’ve walk us through one step at a time and explain it so well that even a novice like me can easily follow. Rough

[@chanelledasilva9420]

Thank you so much this was a fantasic video and so easy to follow.

[@aprilwebb2892]

Hi my name is April and I am learning how to make rings thank you for sharing

[@victoriachapman5674]

Here we go! So excited! Lets make some rings! 😀

[@lilaalabed2527]

So pretty! You make it look so easy. Thank you.

[@keylanextdoor5550]

Helped so much this was explained very well thank you !

[@stars4stels]

Thank you so much this is gonna help out with my jewelry website

[@glendamcdaniel7287]

Another great learning video!!!

[@allisonkane338]

Another super "how to" video, Susan! I'm going to find a bead I like and give it a try. You make it look so simple!! :D

[@JewelSchool]

Thank you, Allison!

[@Dodo_hanna]

Wow you are amazing 😍😍😍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 thank you soooo much for sharing ❤️❤️❤️

[@aneeldhargalkar8573]

I am without any course,My sister's in laws and all sister's are with course,made 1st ring without any attempts,thank you so much.thanks,

[@annataruc8042]

Yay! Thank you for the tutorial, I'm ordering my wire soon :)

[@bernadineware5473]

Thank for your gift and talented.

[@evelyngonzalez8028]

Beautiful ❤️ thank you for sharing

[@sabrinahanania450]

This was a very helpful video!

[@norachosha2932]

Thank you that was awesome 😀🌷

[@Zin-yp3di]

All your tutorials are great. Really inspiring. Thank you 😀

[@victoriaharrison-sewell6717]

Thank you so much for this video, it is great! Pleased to have now made my first ring, just going to make another!!..

[@meggiel.512]

So interesting and enjoy!

[@jude1515]

That looks great.

[@brianbrocato1614]

Omg thank you! This helped so much

[@keep-it-shreddy]

this is so simple but cool. Thank you so much for sharing I think I'm going to do this today.

[@pristinabread]

Thank you. Nothing like some instant gratification. Whhhoot!

[@ainakhan3722]

Omgg thx so much I made one and it looks gorgeous 😊😊😊

[@mitzmistry3405]

Brilliant video and easy to follow. Im gonna definitely give this a go. Thank you!

[@vickiefinn7391]

Great video 💕💕💕💕💕

[@JewelSchool]

Thanks, Vickie!

[@margaretjongebloed6386]

Love this Thank You. I am wondering if you give suggestions on where to purchase wire when we aren’t buying a large bulk. Just a little to start ! ❤️

[@JewelSchool]

Hi Margaret! So glad you're getting started! We have this project kitted up here with small spools of wire but if you're looking for less than a spool, it might be hard to find such a small amount. Maybe split with a friend! Thanks! www.jtv.com/product/i-made-this-princess-leia-inspired-ring-supply-kit-includes-beads-and-wire/JSYT17?rrec=true?mcid=XSOjsyt

[@lizraper3667]

You are very inspiring, thank you

[@JewelSchool]

That means so much, Liz! Thank you!

[@Jodie782s]

Fabulous. Love the video. Thank you.

[@simplybjscreations3115]

Thanks for sharing!

[@northernlightscrafts]

I would love to see how you made the rectangular flat ring you wore in another video. It's curved and quite large.

[@evelynflores3137]

Nice ring I like it

[@markraya2541]

You should have wrapped the circle with a layer of wire for extra stability. A ring like that would be incredibly easy to deform.

[@CDRRDHCAPE]

Thank you for your time and sharing this beautiful ring and technique. The person who made the mean comment.(Lizzie CT)...hey that was so unnecessary Ive been making rings and jewelry for 15 years and yes it's called a ring manderal but a ring stick is very obvious what it is. Just use your brain! Also I don't think it's messy, I love the look!!! Thanks again Susan, great teacher! '

[@Annmarie-gd3fv]

Not sorry that you consider my comment "mean". Try going to Michael's or AC Moore where most budding jewelry makers start buying their supplies and search for ring sticks. Not going to find them because the professional name is ring mandrell. Why confuse the people you want to watch your videos and buy your products by using the wrong name? Also, when I see something that is potentially dangerous to a new jewelry maker...such as the video showing first timers how to use a torch and the 2 people using it have long hair hanging near the torch, I'm going to point it out. Next time, you should use my whole name/user id. I found this well after the fact when it was pointed out to me. At least now I was able to explain my "mean" comment whether you like the explanation or not.

[@kiewgeegee110]

Thank you

[@erikadobosz4873]

Omg that was so easy looking,thanks for sharing!

[@ashadominicafernandes3138]

Wow . Amazing. God bless.

[@anitadunning1654]

I love this🙏🏻👏👏

[@deejohnson827]

Love this! Thank you for making it look simple!

[@JewelSchool]

Thanks for watching!

[@donnaarmenia2062]

Love your help am having trouble with stretch rings i ned some good nelp

[@JewelSchool]

Hi Donna! We haven't done a lot of tutorials on stretch rings, but it's a great idea. Thanks!

[@kirajones1650]

Ooo you made it look so easy? What about putting a smaller bead on each side of the larger one? Or adding different wire in or braiding the wire? Might have to try experimenting with this...

[@R2D2C3POSKYWALKER]

That was wonderful! Can you make a prong set ring with wire with proper finishing?

[@Wildflorajewelry]

wow i just made on with an obsidian bead! so simple, thank you!

[@ronj5714]

I have only ever heard of the "stick" you keep referring to as a ring mandrel in jewelry making. Pretty ring.

[@Imayamahamama]

I just ordered Crystal Glass appx 8mm Rondelle Bead Strand Set of 12 in 12 Colors appx 14-15" and saw the rings you made with these! Love them. How do you use headpins to make them rings using these beads as you did on your video. Thank you. I love your videos and JTV

[@luckysuzful]

These look so easy! Can you please provide the link for the ring mandrel?

[@cynthiadiama5072]

Love this!....your great !

[@claudiatuesday148]

Great tutorial. Can we only do it if it’s a bead? What if my stones don’t have a hole through them is there a way to still make these rings ? Is there a tool I need to make a hole or is it possible to wire it securely without it..

[@JewelSchool]

Hey Claudia! So glad you asked! Susan did a "Basic Ring for Everyday" tutorial that We think you might like. She uses beads with holes in them. Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2PcY2mqf9tkm6s

[@solmassages9732]

I have noticed this series doesn’t seem to show the close ups of the finished product which is frustrating.

[@sparklingmagpie5221]

Will you be showing how to carve a lost wax ring / jewellery?

[@gwenwerner8795]

I made mine with a rose bead I love it wearing it now

[@shohrehkhalilova6238]

I would love to know how to make a thick signet ring!!!! It would be awesome if you could make a video on that!

[@JewelSchool]

Great suggestion!

[@lidiamcculley8933]

So pretty ring! I'll be trying to make it! Thanks much for sharing! Happy Easter!

[@11-ajhonravenf.secretario76]

i love this

[@stellinaxx70]

Fantastic! Can you show us other tipe of ring with wire?

[@kayrenwoolum2207]

Hello Susan! I've seen you recently wearing multi stone rings made like this one. I'd like to see this technique. They are like 3 in a row or (today) 4 in a row and it appears they are wire wrapped.

[@JewelSchool]

So glad you like it! That one is coming up soon ;)

[@angelinac2618]

Can you do a video making a ring with a regular gemstone (not a bead with holes)? I have a couple local gem/crystal shops I love and buy from but they don't have gem beads.

[@TheNumbaOneMiss]

I've made several rings the past couple days and the problem I'm having is with round beads. When I begin the wrapping around the bead, it doesn't wrap in a circular way, it wraps in a horizontal oval around the wire on the sides of the bead and the bead is lop sided. My fingers are killing me trying to wrap that wire. I've wasted so much wire wrapping unevenly. I unwrap and try to rewrap and the wire gets all twisted. It's a nightmare. 😆

[@arikkraft5755]

Not sure what exactly is causing you to have trouble without observation but it may help to anneal the wire first. If you haven't done so. It's often been work hardened as it was drawn out.

[@LA-dy4nd]

what brand ring mandrel are you using? I have been having trouble finding accurate ones

[@nikki1028]

Hello, enjoying the tutorials, they are simple, clear and informative. What would someone need to actually make (or drill) holes into gemstones to be able to use them in jewelry making? Is there anything relatively badic and inexpensive? Thanks 😊

[@JewelSchool]

You can get a relatively inexpensive drill press JSTKIT27 or you can use a good rotary tool. To drill through gemstones, you will need diamond coated drill bits, lubricant and a bit of patience! If you are going to try this, stick to softer, inexpensive stones to start (JLW9655). It takes practice and you do not want to break a stone that is expensive or precious to you!

[@kyleighjeanespanolafleras6070]

My question is is it comfortable wearing it? And It will not break?

[@JewelSchool]

Kyleigh, as long as you cut the ends close and tuck them in this should be perfectly comfortable to wear, plus, 20ga wire is very durable. Unless there is a deep cut somewhere in the wire when you made the ring, it should not break. Hope this helps!

[@predding1970ify]

I looooove your channel. I was wondering if you have any suggestions on how to wrap those small clear flat glass stones from Dollar Tree?

[@elyanaalomari481]

Hey! I really like your tutorial and how easy it is. I really want a ring stick like yours. Where did you get that one from?

[@MyHomeCrafts]

Very nice

[@emilija5830]

Hi, I want to ask where to buy that thing to do rings on it?

[@areejaccessories1025]

So beautiful

[@ebonyberry4900]

THANKNYOU FOR TSKING TIME OUT TO MAKE THIS VIDEO

[@danielcaruso8940]

you’re so helpful

[@dmichelleconway7628]

Can paste solder go bad and no longer flow? Can normal craft wire be soldered

[@gloriamonde4801]

Susan, I enjoy your videos. I am wondering if you can do a video of an adjustable swirly scrolled finger ring with a dragonfly charm dangling and incorporated in the top or middle swirl? I’ve seen charm ring videos but mostly a single band type. I have 18 gauge sterling silver wire & various size dragonfly charms. Since sterling silver wire is expensive, I’m reluctant to try this on my own as I don’t want to waste the wire. I realize my request is confusing but Thought I would ask anyhow. The ring size is between a 5 & 6.

[@JewelSchool]

We'll ask Susan if that is a tutorial she can do!

[@gigicolada]

When I make rings I can never make it so the wrapped wire doesn’t poke and scratch my finger. I use a filer but is there another way to avoid making a jagged cut on those wires?

[@decorinspiration9801]

Hi Can you please suggest me which tools companies r best to buy tools for jewelry makers.

[@me-on5ei]

What could I possibly use instead of a regular ring stick?

[@mrkhaos8529]

These rings look really good, where do you get your gems and beads from?

[@JewelSchool]

All of our tools and supplies come from JTV's Jewel School. Here is a link: www.jtv.com/jewelry-making/_/N-375228644?mcid=XSOjsyt

[@ellaa-fq3gr]

where can we get a ring stick? I searched on amazon on nothing came up.. I'm trying to learn on how to make jewelry and I wanted to ask if Michael's is a good place to shop? lmk!

[@JewelSchool]

You can get one at michaels for sure! You just need to make sure it is stainless steel. Eurotool makes the best one. Do a google search for Eurotool stainless steel ring mandrel.

[@conniealford1020]

Thank you. Great project. 🌫️💜🌫️✌️☯️☮️🙏

[@jamalbahi5735]

Hi,love this video,your finger ring is also beautiful can you teach us how can make it,thanks

[@siobhanhansen9092]

I am trying to make this ring with sterling silver wire and when I put it around the mandrel if i let it go it loosens like it won't hold it's shape. Is the wire too soft or too hard. I did try to harden it. please help.

[@siobhanhansen9092]

I just saw the other video about wire hardness and watched it and have my answer so you can disregard.