Step-by-Step Guide: Craft Your Own Elegant Silver Beaded Chain Bracelet

[@aumi.jewels]

I want you to know that I use your technique for making my jumping. I used to use masking tape and my would always just get screwed up. There was not enough support. Coiling them on wooden stick so far is the absolute best way to make your jump rings. Unless you buy one of those really expensive ones, let’s say from Pepe Tools but I really don’t want to spend that kind of money. And I am now making my own chains and I’m just so thankful that you shared your process for making jumping big hugs 🤗, Michelle

[@Nickscreativestuff]

good to hear that Michelle, i used to really struggle cutting jump rings until I discovered this technique of using a wooden peg. I’ve been asked to teach a chain making workshop at my local jewellery school, so I’m hoping to use the wooden peg technique to show participants … with no cut fingers hopefully … N

[@ellencochrane7847]

I too am going to use this method first time I saw it I subscribed straight away I was so impressed

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks for your sub Ellen, good luck with your endeavours … N

[@rippy4freedom]

❤the bead making steps !!! Thanks Nick!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks for that Ripley, it’s probably not for everyone, but I quite like rustic looking beads … cheers … Nick

[@robinduffy6690]

You are a F#%$ing genius, i have been wanting to make a silver Kombolou with solid silver beads that slide along a chain, i have lots of silver scrap ! now i know how, thank you very very much!!!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks Robin, you can learn something new every day, I had not heard of worry beads before until you mentioned Kombolou. Had to google it … the original fidget spinner … N

[@janespencer7864]

It never gets old, watching you work your magic!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks Jane, nice to hear that I worry my videos are getting a bit humdrum … cheers Nick

[@pstmeoff]

Using your lathe to polish!!! Nice!!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Yes a very versatile tool to have, doesn’t get much use for wood these days however comes in useful for all sorts of other projects … N

[@kimainsworth3628]

How I wish I had even a fraction of your tools and a place to use them. Here's hoping!! Beautiful work!!!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks Kim, being a bit of a tool-oholic I have amassed quite a collection. I feel very privileged and grateful having a double garage to tinker in to my heart desire. I hope your wishes come true and you find more of an outlet for your creativity … good luck with it … N

[@jsl1952]

branching out a bit I see, expanding your metalworking boundaries...good on you!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

not got into gold yet, maybe one day when I’m rich and famous … N

[@denisereynolds64]

im not surprised at the weight when i see how you handmade these beads. i love how your innovative inspires watching you work. thank you

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks for that Denise, I was surprised how heavy it turned out. I’m glad I didn’t make it into the neck chain that I had originally planned … N

[@smac3662]

You absolutely amaze me with your variety of knowledge!!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks for that Smac, time spent playing around with ideas can be very rewarding … cheers … Nick

[@kirkshar]

Wow, what lovely work you do! I'm envious!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks for that Kirkshar … having fun with simple things … N

[@nadianaeem07]

Very nicely captured video , thanks

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks for that Nadia … N

[@alicerosa6766]

I really enjoy and I have learned new techniques watching your videos, you are amazing Nick😃. Thank you so much ❤.

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks for that Alice, I have learnt so much myself from watching KZbin videos so it’s nice to be able to give a bit back and share techniques i’ve discovered … N

[@cheche8353]

Spectacular! I love your creativity and i have learned so much about tools and techniques from you. Thank you! All without even speaking!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks Cheche, nice to hear that. Good luck with your endeavours … N

[@lenastiward8657]

Beautiful and thank you!❤

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks for that Lena … N

[@jimbartley9125]

Well done. Nice idea and method. Very good results. Cheers. Jim

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks for that Jim, the bead release is a great product to play with. Left over from when I had a go at glass bead making, great process to learn but set up costs were a bit prohibitive … cheers … Nick

[@guidelineuk4876]

GREAT work as usual 😎

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks Guideline, rustic but fun … N

[@johngpreston1784]

Masterful as always

[@Nickscreativestuff]

The beads came out a bit wonky, but I sort of like that. Reminds me of pearls that are not perfectly round … cheers … Nick

[@kenwalker7160]

Thanks!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

cheers Ken, it’s very appreciated how you’ve contributed to my channel. The occasional support I get from viewers is very encouraging … thanks for that … Nick

[@wroprom]

ok. super jestem z Polski

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks Jan in Poland … N

[@tammiehonican76]

Hey Nick, another beautiful video and beautiful bracelet! Great job! I'm not sure what I like better, the jewelry or your homemade tools!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks for that Tammie, I know what you mean I prefer making the tools than the project itself sometimes. remind me of “what came first the hammer or anvil” … N

[@donwebb827]

Elegant

[@Nickscreativestuff]

thanks for that Don … N

[@pamelapruitt2558]

Brilliant! I might have to give this a try. Amazing how many tools from Lampworking transfer over to Silversmithing.

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks Pamela, I was thinking about trying lampwork but after attending a day-long workshop, I found the setup costs to be a bit prohibitive. A fabulous medium, and some great tools to play with … cheers … Nick.

[@tammiehonican76]

I love the music!!!

[@Nickscreativestuff]

A quality sound from Robert Munzinger called Blue Mood. Nice that it’s free to download and use in KZbin studio … N

[@sheila3845]

cool

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Thanks Sheila … N

[@sheila3845]

would you make the hole after it cooled without using rod ??

[@Nickscreativestuff]

Hi Sheila, yes definitely no need to use the rod a silver blob can just be drilled. It’s a very rustic way of making a bead, but I like the look … N

[@aumi.jewels]

I like your bead making process.. where when I get those metal rods so I can create large hole beads? I know you mentioned they were for glass beads and what was the solution that you used to coat the metal rod???? What is the exact name of the metal rod so I can look for them either on Amazon or the other companies that I buy from.. Thanks for. Sharing 🤗, Michelle

[@Nickscreativestuff]

I use any stainless steel rod for this process however it’s the water-based ceramic clay that I dip the rod in first that allows it to work so well. It’s a glass bead making product called “bead release” after dipping the rod I dry the clay with a torch before heating and pushing into the molten silver … … … 🫢🫣😵‍💫 sorry just lost your last comment about polishing stones but I can definitely relate to that. If I had endless time, space and money I certainly would get into lapidary. nothing quite like making something shiny and polished. my problem is being a maker I want to get into every creative medium, ending up spreading myself thin thoroughly enjoying myself trying to make everything … N

[@Nickscreativestuff]

sorry Michelle it looks like I missed this comment somehow. I use basic stainless steel rod for poking into molten silver. I use a product called bead release to help prevent the silver from sticking too much to the rod. Bead release is a type of liquid ceramic but I’m sure other products could do the same job maybe watered down clay that can be heated and dried out after the rod has been dipped in it before inserting into the molten silver.