Mastering the Art of Rolo/ Belcher Chain Links for Exquisite Jewellery

"Unlock the secrets of crafting timeless jewellery pieces with this step-by-step guide to creating a Rolo / Belcher chain link. Dive into the intricate art of jewellery making as I walk you through the process, from selecting the best materials to mastering the technique of link this formation. Whether you're a seasoned artisan or a beginner enthusiast, this tutorial offers invaluable insights and tips to help you fashion stunning chains that will elevate your jewellery designs to new heights of elegance and sophistication. Join me on this creative journey and discover the satisfaction of handcrafting exquisite chains that will captivate hearts and endure through generations

[@rodicaiancu8953]

Maestra lănțicurilor! Iar eu iubesc cuprul ❤ Mulțumesc pentru inspiratie!🙏🙏🙏

[@LilyB361]

I just love this link! I have been buying Rolo chain when I need it , I never thought I would be able to make it myself! Now I can, thanks to you Linda! You're my jewelry making hero and guru!🤩🤩😍😍🥰🥰😇

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Oh Lily, you flatter me too much! "Hero and Guru" are big boots to fill! take care and have a wonderful day! xx

[@marisatellesrodrigues1532]

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[@cindypatrick57]

Love it! Will need to order a pair of those cutters. Perfect for a few jump rings without having to pull out my saw.

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Exactly Cindy! I find them to be worth every dollar I spent on them! Pleas let me know what you think of them when you get them ok?

[@KYATKAT]

Loved how you made the long chain at the end of the video... thanks for showing how you made it 💓💓

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Thank you and you're very welcome! Have a lovely day! 😊

[@suzannehofer3867]

Love the video and design but it you want jump rings that have perfectly cut ends, try sawing them. Perfect every time!

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hey Suzanne, thanks for the tip, I already knew that using a saw was the best way to go, but I don't have a vice and saw and I also don't have the room or type of bench to attach the equipment needed! I was just trying to show an alternative way of getting a good result! I appreciate you sharing the info!! Have a great day!

[@samanthalatimer1]

Oh Linda! Haha I always have flying jump rings!! Pesky little devils 😂

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

LOL yep! I still haven't found it, I think it's hiding on the floor with all of it's friends!

[@zakiyyahtanzil2540]

Thx LINDA 4 THAT TUTORIAL. I HAVE SUM ALOT HLF ROUND WIRE NOW I KNOW I HAVE ANOTHER WAY 2 DO WITH IT.

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

You are so welcome Zak, glad to be of service LOL!

[@maryellington2268]

Hey there Linda, I am good I pray that you are thank you for this chain today I was trying to figure it out last week and now here you are showing me how to do it ❤

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hi Mary, there you go, the jewellery gods at work again! LOL It's amazing how sometimes you can be thinking of something and the next thing you know, there it is right in front of you! We must have been on the same wave length! I am well and happy you are too! take care Mary and have a happy day! x

[@samanthalatimer1]

Your chain is just beautiful and I will definitely be trying this one. Lovely work, as always 😊

[@DebraGerberding]

Linda and Samantha!!! I follow you both!!! And always lovely results from both of you! Thank You both for what you do! ❤🎉🥳🥳🥳 As a former Jewelry Instructor at Michael’s Craft Store and my local Library, considered becoming a You-tube tutorial queen too 🤣😂🤣 What you make and teach all of us followers to make and do Is So Very Much Appreciated!!! I just didn’t have the energy, the tools or the patience (and I’m way too perfectionistic 🤣😂) You are both my treasured tutorial Queens, along with Tanya at 4girlsjewelry!!

[@samanthalatimer1]

@@DebraGerberding oh that’s lovely! I just adore Linda’s work. She is super talented, and makes the most exquisite free form jewellery ❤️

[@DebraGerberding]

Linda Thank You soooooo very much for making the chain I have been wanting to make but I am out of half round wire! Also I never thought of 16 gauge half round to make a Rolo chain!!! Wow!!! So eventually I will get some half round wire and get some lovely Rolo chains made!!!

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Thank you so much Sam! let me know if you like the results when you make the link! email coming soon, I have just had too many irons in the fire lately LOL Cheers! xx

[@samanthalatimer1]

@@GumnutLaneJewellery im so excited to try it, Linda! I’ve not seen this technique before so I’ll definitely be having a go. Another wonderful video, lovely lady ☺️

[@paulasands6639]

hi linda, i love the belcher links 😍😍 and now ill need to get half round wire and some new cutters lol , thank you for a great new tutorial xx

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hey Paula, I love that I figured out how to make this link and I was very happy to share it with everyone! And my friend, you're very welcome, hope you like the result once you get the half round wire and new cutters! LOL xx (always something new to buy) hahaha

[@daniellewickesjewelry]

This is super! 😍

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Thanks Danielle! Have a wonderful day!

[@carolynmozzone412]

Thank you! I have those pliers😊. They are ok.

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hi Carolyn, I am still working out whether I love them or just like them! LOL Time will tell! Have a great day!

[@avondahightower5965]

Linda, you speak of a tumbler! Why would you do that and what do you use? Could you possibly do a tutorial on that ❤️

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Avonda, the tumbler is a great time saver, it has become my best friend in the jewellery making process! It cleans, burnishes and polishes your pieces all in one go! I will make a video soon for this process ok! take care and please don't hesitate to ask if you have any more questions!!!

[@Willandpetesmom]

Please tell me more about your tumbler. How big, price range, etc. I don’t have one but will get one if you r3commend yours. Or if you are dreaming of @ different one, could you please tell me that, also? I love your videos and made this chain with square wire, in silver and loved it. The half round is so flimsy, I have a 20 gauge, that’s why. But I like it in square, too! Ordered the xuron pliers, too!

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hi Jill, I bought my tumbler on Ebay, it cost me around the $50.00 AUD mark, which would be less in US dollars! I have had it for around a year now and I am very happy with it. I don't have any other tumbler in mind to buy at the moment as the one I have does a great job! The brand is called Vevor model No. VD 6808 mini tumbler. Oww I have to try this link in a square wire! (I don't work with square wire very much) Thanks for the tip! I wouldn't make this link with anything less than 18g half round, as I agree with you, it would be way too flimsy! Please let me know what you think about the cutters when you get them!? take care and have a happy day! x

[@sarajanehaven]

Thanks! This is a great technique for making a very handy chain link. Smaller links work great as extender chains on necklaces. I'm wondering if one could gently hammer a length before forming to increase the sturdiness. Would the half round wire hold up to a rubber hammer or rawhide mallet?

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hi Sarajane, I just tried hammering the link using my rubber mallet and it held up great! I used very gentle hammering!!! Hope this helps! have a wonderful day!

[@KimMichaels]

I Love the rolo chain...pretty nice eh...and I have half wire too..have to look not sure what gauge it is...oh one thing I did get..real bare copper 3*1 link chain..so be good when want something that size eh...just oval links, but still nice as...but I do have a request if you don't mind...the green pendant from video before pretty please,with sugar on top...lol..hugssss🧡🧡🧡

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hey Kim, the chain you bought sounds lovely, i love oval links as well! I'm pretty sure I did a tutorial on oval links a while back! I'm not sure what green pendant you are referring to? Huggs x

[@KimMichaels]

@@GumnutLaneJewellery You do have a green crystal pendant..forgot what video look at...there was another green pendant...lol..I'm such an idiot..someone else's...but I do love the pendant I'm talking about think it was the chaotic connectors one 14.04 is where it pops up...I'm still crook as rookword..but am coping better than before...

[@laurettabratti6638]

Linda you are right! This is a beautiful link and so wearable too! So, was it decided that the regular cutters are best over the Xuron or was it the wire gauge that made the difference? What gauge wire and cutters did you use in that lovely chain you shared at the end? It is stunning! And you are right, a tumbler makes all the difference. I own that same one and it just finishes pieces beautifully. Thank you for sharing with us. Already looking forward to your next lovely tutorial.

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hi Lauretta, The Xuron cutters are great and worth every penny! The only thing I found was it's difficult to cut small jump rings with them because the nose of the cutters is too wide, but for everything else they are great! I love my tumbler and don't know how I managed before I got it, the hours I spent cleaning and polishing I will never get back! LOL xxx

[@laurettabratti6638]

@@GumnutLaneJewellery I see. Yes, I too don't know how I managed without the tumbler. I already have the pliers in my "cart". I plan on making larger links, so should be fine. Thanks again! 👍😁💓

[@paulawilliams6040]

Thank you Linda. That was fascinating and your chain is stunning. I am certainly going to try the half round wire

[@leaembree9567]

The cutters you used for the jump rings are Xuron Double Flush Cutters. The micro shears are only Flush on one side. I have both. I love Xuron pliers and cutters.

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

Hi there, you know I thought that's what they were called and when I pulled the packet out it said micro flush cutter, they must have packaged them wrong! I love Xuron as well!😄

[@doggmopp]

@@GumnutLaneJewellery I just bought some half round wire so I can try this chain. I can't wait!

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

@@doggmopp The results are beautiful, I just finished oxidising and tumbling one I made yesterday and I love it! I hope you enjoy making yours and love the end result! please let me know how you get on with it ok?😄