Introduction to chainmail jewelry weaves (patterns for beginners)

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  • @Nickscreativestuff
    @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +16

    I thoroughly enjoy chain making, I find it very satisfying … if you would like to see more of my silver chain making videos here’s a playlist you can watch ruclips.net/p/PLYHMxIHcYj0aPFwHAV7p4pkxeraaY6hGZ … cheers … Nick

  • @annnoyez
    @annnoyez 2 года назад +35

    Finally understand weaving... it was always so chaotic. But now with these large jumprings, I finally see the light in the darkness. Thank you.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +3

      The big rings really help me get my head around a new weave i’ve not practised before … N

  • @littlespinycactus
    @littlespinycactus Год назад +17

    You've made a dyspraxic person very, very happy! Trying to follow the plot while watching folks fiddle about with tiny scraps of metal has driven me to tears, but thanks to your big rings- I geddit!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      thanks for your comment littlespinycactus, yes a very fiddly process that takes lots of dexterity and practice. It took me a long time to get my head and fingers around this sort of stuff. now after a lot of determination I’m totally addicted and love this technique … N

  • @Danajanene
    @Danajanene 2 года назад +9

    I woke up this morning and after years of not doing chainmail I decided I wanted to do it again. Watching this video brings it all back to me.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      hi Dana thanks for your comment, chainmail has a timeless look, i’m sure it’s like riding a bike you’ll soon be back on it … cheers … Nick

    • @Danajanene
      @Danajanene 2 года назад

      @@Nickscreativestuff I hope you are right because I've ordered a number of kits because I don't feel like cutting my own rings right now.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      i’m sure you’ll be fine … have fun … N

  • @Lightning-Man-1954
    @Lightning-Man-1954 2 года назад +11

    Thank you for sharing. Skills like these were often taken to the grave by the craftsmen unless their children or family members carried on the craft. I've rekindled my craft DNA..I can engrave letters into stone ,metal wood..by having a go. The music is perfect....too. the demo with the clear rings an wooden stick is a game changer...I'm 68 and tearing up...yes tears 😢
    I'm so happy. Nick...your da man !!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      hi Michael thanks for your lovely comment … so many mediums to be creative with out there. Engraved in stone is pretty permanent not sure about my digital videos to only exist whilst the www is surviving. i’m glad to have found a resolution for the music issue, giving people a choice seems to help. Some of these waves have brought me to tears, practising with giant rings helps … stay happy … Nick

  • @paulasalvador734
    @paulasalvador734 9 месяцев назад +4

    Wow. Where has these learning videos and basket chainmaille been??? Thank you. This helps tremendously. Watching too many videos can get overwhelming. I believe all the learning I'll need is here. 😊

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  9 месяцев назад

      Thanks for that Paula, I do love chain making and how time flies when you’re having fun. I now have 13 vids in my chain making playlist … Have fun … N

  • @hairyaries1
    @hairyaries1 Год назад +7

    Looking at these recurring patterns does something weird to my mind, literally calms my mood and opens up my imagination, almost changes reality

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +2

      I know what you mean Daniel, it makes me go a bit bosseyed sometimes when I’ve been at it too long, it eventually makes me go blind to the pattern I’m trying to achieve … cheers … Nick.

  • @yougoattube
    @yougoattube 2 года назад +37

    Absolutely terrific! The larger links make it so much easier to tell what's going on. Great idea to adopt this approach! And, when you're done, you can give the plastic-tube bracelet to Shrek.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +4

      thanks yougoattube … i’m glad I found this small tube to demonstrate with, I was going to use garden hose. Even Shrek would’ve found this too big … Nick

  • @olieliasko9245
    @olieliasko9245 Месяц назад +2

    You video is incredibly clear ! Very good instructor. Love from France

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Месяц назад

      thanks olie, that’s nice of you to say so. I do wonder about international language barriers, I should try and make use of subtitles as there so translatable … N

  • @consueloyoung4484
    @consueloyoung4484 2 года назад +5

    What a terrific way to teach how chain mail comes together!!!. I have always been intrigued by this style of jewelry, thank you Nick for sharing so much of your knowledge and kindness ❤

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +2

      thanks for that Consuelo, I oddly enjoy the monotony that comes with chain mail work. I think it’s a bit like jigsaw puzzles and knitting … you either have the patience or you don’t … all the best to you … Nick

    • @consueloyoung4484
      @consueloyoung4484 2 года назад +4

      @@Nickscreativestuff knitting Nick?!?!. You ALSO knit???. Please keep surprising me.

  • @kimainsworth3628
    @kimainsworth3628 6 месяцев назад +3

    You are brilliant!!! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful ways of putting weaves together that the human eye can clearly see! Please, please, please, keep up the incredible work!!!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for that Kim, a few people have commented how they like the large demo links. My preferred style is fine and delicate which is not easy to film clearly so I’m sure there be coming out of their box for future videos … cheers … Nick

    • @kimainsworth3628
      @kimainsworth3628 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff I made myself a set of your vinyl tubing rings this morning. I can't thank you enough. Managed to weave a few inches of a barrel weave in sterling without a problem after I put it together in vinyl first. Its like having a legible road map! Thanks again.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  6 месяцев назад

      Good to hear you found this technique useful Kim. anything that helps with the complexities of chain mail is very valued … this is my favourite digital tool that I refer to all the time www.chainmailbasket.com/weaves.html … Have fun

  • @skeeterdebeaux-stibick7406
    @skeeterdebeaux-stibick7406 Месяц назад +1

    I really love how you demonstrate how to do chainmaille in different designs ❤👍You make it so easy to understand and follow ❤👍Can you do more please? ❤👍 Thank you from Roswell, New Mexico ❤👍

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Месяц назад +1

      Hi Skeeter, thanks for that. I’ve been meaning to do more chainmail videos, another one on the to do list. I still have the large links somewhere. hope you’re staying cool in Mexico … 👍😎👍 … N

  • @customcraft1
    @customcraft1 Год назад +1

    Out standing video, my regret is not seeing it sooner. You sir have a novel way of teaching with the tubing .It is so easy to follow. again thank you

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      Cheers Bob, good to hear you found it useful. I was struggling to film and demonstrate delicate chain weaves … much easier when scaling it up 100x … Nick

  • @racheldelage5690
    @racheldelage5690 2 года назад +4

    Thanks! This is the first time I see a video that make sense and gives me a real inside about Chainmail! Great Tutorial!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      hi rachel thanks for your comment, some people find chainmail work tiresome and tedious and say they would never have the patience for it.
      I am completely the opposite “monotony is the spice of life” … working on a graduated chain for a future video …. bit of a brain tease … Nick

  • @Carmen-y9i
    @Carmen-y9i 10 месяцев назад +1

    I would like to tell you that I learned in one night when I have been trying to do for almost a week I want to thank you so much I'm actually passed the first day

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks for that Carmen, good luck with your adventures in chain making I hope you enjoy it as much as I do … N

  • @royboy4741
    @royboy4741 Год назад +2

    This is absolutely the best tutorial and breakdown I have ever seen

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      thanks for that Roy, after a few years of practising I thought I’d try and re share this fascinating subject … cheers … Nick

    • @royboy4741
      @royboy4741 Год назад +1

      The majority of the videos I’ve seen except for yours seem to have start and end rather than showing the actual process all the way through. I will be watching more of your videos for sure. Thanks for the content

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      some people may not like to show and give there techniques away, i’m happy to considering I’ve learnt so much from RUclips … what goes around comes around … cheers … Nick

  • @tlbriggs2662
    @tlbriggs2662 2 года назад +3

    What a GREAT Teacher you are!!!
    I'm watching on my TV, but had to comment.
    I guarentee, I will watch this tutorial OVER AND OVER!
    Trying to learn chain making and Twist. With only some basic tools. So, if you could show .e what would be the Minimum Tools I would need. That would be another great class.
    And Soldering too. My soldering leaves a bit ti be desired..lol.
    Going to the vice and making some copper links!!! EXCITED!!!
    THANK YOU NICK👍👍👍👍👍

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      surprised at that TL didn’t know you could watch RUclips on TV.
      Not many basic tools needed for chain making, I had a quantum leap when I discovered soldering paste suddenly fine chain making became easy and achievable. Basic tools needed for chain making would make a great video … thanks for the suggestion … another one for the to do list … cheers Nick 👍😎

    • @tlbriggs2662
      @tlbriggs2662 2 года назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff
      I was headed out to make copper links, to practice. Then started watching another one of your video...So Good!
      Don't forget the Soldering Classes too, PLEASE?
      You can watch RUclips on your TV if you have Internet/wifi.
      Cable is a luxury we have cut out of our lives, $$$. The Internet offers so much more. Only need a Smart TV.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      Nice to hear my Vids can be seen on a large screen … i’ll have to see if I can get our TV connected. i’ll definitely try and get a soldering video sorted normally working on a few at a time so it might take me awhile but I’ve got a few ideas for it … cheers … Nick

  • @MrYukon2010
    @MrYukon2010 2 года назад +2

    I find this truely fascinating. Thanks for showing.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      thanks for that Rob, fabulous hobby if you have the patience … N

  • @davvidokane4712
    @davvidokane4712 Год назад +4

    Thanks so much Nick! Your creative training rings has helped me visualize those weave's. Being a lefty, the half Persian 3 in 1 has been difficult to visualize how to start, but it will be much easier. Keep up the great work and I look forward to seeing more. I'll be making up a set of training rings for myself.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      thanks for that Davvid, I really struggle to get started with chainmail until I made some large practice rings. being such an addictive process i’ve ended up with lots of odd silver links that I’ve never used so have been thinking about putting them together into a random link chain, not sure what it would look like but maybe worth trying to use them up … N

  • @mhspv06
    @mhspv06 7 месяцев назад +1

    Nick this video made it so easy for me to understand. Thank you for using the rubber tubing!!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  7 месяцев назад

      Thanks for that Alex, I still use the rubber link for testing new waves … N

  • @tanjalubasheva3679
    @tanjalubasheva3679 7 месяцев назад +1

    Не все способы плетения поняла. Но 4 в 1 освоила и сплела брату браслет. Хочу теперь попробовать следующий способ. Спасибо за мастер-класс ❤

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  7 месяцев назад +1

      thanks for the comment Tanja, so many possibilities with chainmail jewellery. Practice makes perfect with a lot of the techniques. My favourite go to resource for different styles and weave tutorials is www.chainmailbasket.com/weaves.html … it’s a huge database of every imaginable method and technique … N

  • @joesask857
    @joesask857 Год назад +1

    you are a great teacher i am retired im watching you to give to my daughter who has
    been making jewelry with clay

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      thanks for that Joe, i’ve never tried using precious metal clays. A very modern process that looks fascinating. Maybe one day … N

  • @elainelily9910
    @elainelily9910 Год назад +1

    Best chainmaille video ever!

  • @animilaawoo6690
    @animilaawoo6690 Год назад +1

    I love the squashed down look!!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      Thanks Animila, some people take it one stage further and file the edges flat … N

    • @animilaawoo6690
      @animilaawoo6690 Год назад +1

      If I want ro make it flat.. should i just hammer it? Won't it open the rings and mess up the design? Thanykou

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      To achieve this look I start squashing and make oval each link with a pair of pliers and then finish off with a wooden drawer plate to even it up being careful not to go too far and seize the movement in the chain … N

    • @animilaawoo6690
      @animilaawoo6690 Год назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff Thankyou I'll try it 😁😁

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      good luck with it … N

  • @Rottingvoid
    @Rottingvoid Год назад +4

    Thank you sm for posting these tutorials! So easy to follow, makes sense! ❤

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      good to hear that KC, never know if they make sense sometimes … N

  • @DanielRojas-qd4dq
    @DanielRojas-qd4dq Год назад +2

    Buena noche.
    Lo felicito, su trabajo es excelente y su forma de enseñar es magistral.
    Gracias por compartir su conocimiento, es muy generoso.
    Un saludo desde Colombia, América del Sur.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      hi Daniel from Columbia … thanks for your comment … i’ve learnt a lot from RUclips so it’s nice to be able to give a bit back … cheers … Nick

  • @vulcanknights
    @vulcanknights 2 года назад +1

    Excellent video with awesome soundtrack to vibe with.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      Thanks for that Vulcan Knights, it’s getting harder to find usable music that I like. might have to subscribe to a bigger supplier … cheers … Nick

  • @Maggioretom
    @Maggioretom 2 месяца назад

    The Perfect Teacher😁!!!👏👏👏

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 месяца назад +1

      Thanks Maggioretom, glad my videos are digestible … N

  • @kostasshavstruk3670
    @kostasshavstruk3670 8 месяцев назад +1

    Дзякуй вам за працу. За вашэ жаданне зрабіць цікава. Мне да спадобы відэа

  • @reneebarrett1161
    @reneebarrett1161 2 года назад +1

    Wonderful teaching and wonderful music

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      thanks for that Renee, never that sure with music just go with what grabs me and hope for the best … cheers Nicki

  • @alisonmay9123
    @alisonmay9123 Год назад +1

    Im thinking of getting into chain making and your videos make it look doable ....... I do like the way you use large rings so beginners can see exactly what you are doing. Many thanks for sharing your skills :)

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      Thanks for that Alison, Chain making is a great hobby to get into to while away long winter nights. The large links are a useful tool to help me practice and understand new waves … have fun … Nick

  • @denipar69
    @denipar69 2 года назад +1

    Very creative way to illustrate chain making! Bravo! Great tips! Thanks Nick!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      thanks for that Denise … giant rings really help when getting your head around different weaves … all the best … Nick

  • @yolandamendivil2541
    @yolandamendivil2541 6 месяцев назад +1

    Gracias muy buena explicación
    Felicidades me gustó mucho

  • @catrice1296
    @catrice1296 3 месяца назад +1

    The byzantine one is so pretty

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  3 месяца назад

      Hi Catrice, yes byzantine has a very iconic look and is favoured by a lot of people … cheers … N

  • @chrystalminor1422
    @chrystalminor1422 Год назад +2

    This was a very helpful video, thank you so much! Although, I had to watch the same part over and over to figure out what to do. Perhaps using two different color rings for your tutorials in the future would help people like me.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      thanks for the suggestion Chrystal, I will try and incorporate that next time … cheers … Nick.

  • @Inanna_Myst999
    @Inanna_Myst999 Год назад +1

    Genius tutorial! Thank you, you’ve made it make more sense. 🌟

  • @piepeeya4604
    @piepeeya4604 2 года назад +2

    Awesome way to teach chainmail!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      thanks Pie, i’ll keep these little bits of tube for practising new weaves cheers … Nick

  • @John-iq6nl
    @John-iq6nl Год назад +2

    You chainged my life😂 thanks mate

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      thanks John, good to hear a simple chain weave can change somebody’s life … N

  • @GilbertoPeraltaLapidacao
    @GilbertoPeraltaLapidacao Месяц назад +1

    Lindo trabalho meu irmão já ganhou mais um admirador tmjs

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Месяц назад

      Thanks Gilberto, traditional chainmail does have an iconic look … N

  • @serifepolat3297
    @serifepolat3297 Год назад +1

    Muhteşem ellerinize sağlık çok güzel anlattınız 👏👏👏

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      Hi Serife, thanks for your hand appreciation … hard to keep presentable sometimes … N

  • @Betsy-oi6nz
    @Betsy-oi6nz 4 месяца назад +1

    Thank you for the video. Really liked your idea of the plastic tubing to make a larger, easier to see demonstration.
    Just a thought, would it work to put various colors of glitter inside the tube, then make a chain? Mostly for home/holiday decorative garlands/streamers. Like draped around a Christmas tree, up and down a stair banister, inside ceiling of a wedding reception tent, etc.
    The bigger chain you did was so much easier to see in the video. Would be fun to find a use for such a large scale chain and an additional way to display your chainmaking skills.
    Follow up thought, perhaps a necklace to go with an Alice and Wonderland "I shrank" stage costume?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  4 месяца назад

      Thanks for your enchanted thought excursions Betsy, hope you can make some videos to show off your flights of fantasy creations with your limitless realm of imagination … have fun with it … Nick

  • @judithalezones352
    @judithalezones352 2 года назад +3

    Excelente video, tienes una espectacular creatividad 👍 te felicito y gracias por compartir tus maravillosas ideas !! Aprendí bastante, un abrazo 🤗

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      thanks for that Judith, I find having ideas is the easy bit, getting it filmed and producing a video is much more of a challenge … Nick

  • @spoonknifey1015
    @spoonknifey1015 Месяц назад +1

    Absolutely delightful video, I think I’ll be starting the hobby !!, it looks so fun :)

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Месяц назад

      Thanks for that Spoon Knifey, you’re right, it is a delightful hobby to get into … good luck with it … N

  • @newberry6923
    @newberry6923 Год назад +1

    New subscriber here! This is THE best instructional video. Using the tubing to make large rings, makes it so much easier to understand. Thank you so much, looking forward to checking out your entire playlist.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      Hi Newberry thanks for your sub. I came up with the larger rings after struggling to demonstrate delicate waves. I now use them a lot when practising and trying out new patterns. back to casting for my next video however still a couple more chain making vids on the back burner … cheers … Nick

  • @dimples2270
    @dimples2270 Год назад +1

    Damn, Nick. You sure got some creative stuff.

  • @janwereszczak5994
    @janwereszczak5994 29 дней назад +1

    witam składam gratulacjesuper pomysły

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  28 дней назад

      Thanks for that Jan, endless varied patterns when it comes to chain mail weaves … N

  • @Grey-the-gey
    @Grey-the-gey Месяц назад +1

    That's some good music you put there :)

  • @stonata
    @stonata 2 месяца назад +1

    omgg, so understandable ! thank you so much !

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 месяца назад

      Thanks liannnn, nice to hear it’s understandable … N

  • @allanthompson9695
    @allanthompson9695 Год назад +3

    Wow man, what can I say.
    Superb skill, teaching style and creative mind on another level. I'm very new to jewellery and I have starred at a chain for ages, trying to work out how its put together with no result.
    This as many other viewers have said makes it so easy and not only that, so inspiring. Im really looking forward to try out some ideas. Cheers a million Nick.
    ps. my wrist aches from liking all the viewers likes of this video.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      cheers Allan, chain making is my all-time favourites jewellery making process. it’s not for everyone you need the patience of a saint to achieve long elaborate creations. it’s a bit like knitting or jigsaw puzzles satisfaction comes from monotony and repetition oddly gratifying if you that way inclined … all the best … Nick

  • @maggiemiller6147
    @maggiemiller6147 2 года назад +1

    Thank you such beautiful work

  • @wadeo4263
    @wadeo4263 Год назад +1

    Wow I know it's not but you make it look easy

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      practice makes perfect when it comes to chain making … and lots of it … cheers … N

  • @carmenatilano8946
    @carmenatilano8946 2 года назад +1

    EXCELENTE EXPLICACIÓN .GRACIAS. GUADALAJAJARA.JAL MÉX.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      thanks for that Carmen, the large links are great for practising with … Nick

  • @daphnerohr7930
    @daphnerohr7930 3 месяца назад +1

    Hi thank you for the amazing video! I am curious, how did you squash the links? I would be afraid of scratching it after all that work. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated! Again thank you for the video 🙏

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  3 месяца назад

      Hi Daphne thanks for that, I start squashing the links with parallel pliers then finish off by pulling through a wooden drawer plate after re annealing …cheers … Nick

  • @thaibui5911
    @thaibui5911 2 года назад +1

    very helpful video....hope you share more. thanks

  • @BWV528andante
    @BWV528andante Год назад +1

    Bravissimo, grazie❤

  • @minternet1
    @minternet1 2 года назад +1

    Perfect explanation! Thank you so much! 😀👍💙

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      thanks for the comment Mirja … lots of words with this one, I’m glad it makes some sort of sense … Nick😵‍💫👍

  • @mr-bearman6338
    @mr-bearman6338 Год назад +2

    This was awesome! I can't wait to do this!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      Thanks Mr Bearman, hope you have plenty of wire … a very addictive process … N

  • @pat6539
    @pat6539 2 года назад +1

    Love the music!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      Nice to hear that Pat, a lot of people say they hate my music … cheers …. Nick

  • @Abbasblesseddaughter
    @Abbasblesseddaughter 8 месяцев назад +1

    Very helpful video! Thank you!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  8 месяцев назад +1

      Nice to hear that Abba’s blessed daughter … N

  • @shivajinagare4110
    @shivajinagare4110 Год назад +1

    Great work

  • @stephanietiedemann5195
    @stephanietiedemann5195 Год назад +1

    I'm totally digging the music. And the instructions are simple enough that even I can follow it. The plastic tubing to demonstrate is genius. Is that seasick steve?!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +2

      thanks for that Stephanie, surprising how useful the plastic links are I often refer to them for practising unfamiliar weaves. Glad to hear you like the music, the tracks are called “behind my back blues” and “lonely dusty trail” Not from Seasick Steve, had to look him up … what a fab musician … N

    • @stephanietiedemann5195
      @stephanietiedemann5195 Год назад

      @Nickscreativestuff thanks for the playlists. Did you see the one where he's playing on a hub cap that jack white gave him by chance

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      Yeah what a great sound i’d not heard of a diddley bow before, it reminds me of the Bering Sea Gold theme song “There’s gold in these hills”. Must be very satisfying to make your own instruments as a musician … N

  • @montystewart8467
    @montystewart8467 2 года назад +1

    Hey mate! Best mail instruction I've seen and they look good on your wrist. Cheers!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +2

      Nice one Monty, I was worried this one was a bit boring all being filmed on the table instead of in the workshop … N

  • @TheEnergyField555
    @TheEnergyField555 8 месяцев назад +1

    Great video

  • @andersand6576
    @andersand6576 3 месяца назад +1

    Great video!

  • @cyberspelunker1980
    @cyberspelunker1980 Год назад +1

    Awesome video!

  • @charitodagupion7398
    @charitodagupion7398 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful, keep safe and may God bless you always, I do DIY and recycling, friend from Philippines b

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      Hi Charito from the Philippines, thanks for your comment keep up the good work … Nick

  • @synthesinz6263
    @synthesinz6263 5 месяцев назад +1

    Hi I would love to know where you recommend getting the equipment and where you recommend to get them!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  5 месяцев назад

      Hi Synthesinz, I get most of my supplies from cooksongold.com. A trustworthy, reliable and well established company … N

  • @dandalgleish1137
    @dandalgleish1137 2 года назад +1

    Great video. Thanks for your inspiration

  • @wafa2836
    @wafa2836 6 месяцев назад +1

    This is so clever thank u so much❤

  • @yohon5117
    @yohon5117 Год назад +1

    Very cool

  • @rl1947
    @rl1947 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing. They are beautiful🌹😍

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      thanks RL, chainmail patterns do look good especially when shiny … Nick

  • @rayenm4341
    @rayenm4341 2 года назад +1

    Thank's so much for this video, I needed this for a long time, its really usefull, greetings from chile

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      hi Rayen from Chile, glad it’s useful to you coming from a place abundant with traditional silversmiths … cheers … Nick

  • @violettracey
    @violettracey 7 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you!

  • @Dfreshsounds
    @Dfreshsounds 4 месяца назад

    APPRECIATE THE VIDEO!!

  • @wadeo4263
    @wadeo4263 Год назад +1

    Instead of buying chuks of silver where do you go to buy the silver whire?this is so good your showing how it's done so with a lot of practice people can lurn your a verry smart man

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      I buy all my silver related products from cooksongold.com I used to buy wire from them but I now save a bit of money by making my own from casting grain and scrap that I’ve collected up … N

  • @offyarocka
    @offyarocka 2 года назад +1

    very cool!!! thanks for sharing

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      thanks for your comment Off Ya Rocka … cheers … Nick

    • @offyarocka
      @offyarocka 2 года назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff I once lived with an armourer in Sydney Australia and when it was too hot to work the forge, we'd knit mail shirts and cowls hahahahaha this video gave me a total flashback cheers

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      I once visited Australia with the intention of working there … all changed when I arrived far too hot for working … had to spend all my time by the sea. Love making chainmail jewellery not sure if I’ll have the patience to make a entire shirt of it … Nick

  • @surendraramteke2039
    @surendraramteke2039 Год назад +1

    Very nice sir

  • @alanpalmieri91
    @alanpalmieri91 2 года назад +1

    Show, thanks ❤️❤️

  • @tlbriggs2662
    @tlbriggs2662 2 года назад +1

    I subscribed, like 2-days ago...Lucky Me!!!!😁

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      hi TL thanks for your sub, just hit 8000 amazed how things can gather pace … cheers … Nick

    • @tlbriggs2662
      @tlbriggs2662 2 года назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff Congratulations!!! My Hubby will subscribe too. Hes watching you to make sure I have all the right tools...lol. He's very supportive.
      Wish I could send you a photo of my first attempt. Then you'd understand me drastic need for Soldering Classes.😁👍👍👍👍👍

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      Nice one TL, thank your hubby from me for his sub. As an artist it’s great to have somebody encouraging, supportive and understanding who’s close to you. I first started out by going to a jewellery evening class, it was a great spring board into the mysterious art of soldering and a very entertaining and sociable evening … it’s said that practice makes perfect … Nick

  • @rosariadavi9529
    @rosariadavi9529 Год назад +1

    Waw bravissimo 😊

  • @PettiAKD
    @PettiAKD 5 месяцев назад +1

    This is one of the best tutorials i've ever seen. I just want to know. How did you squash the byzantine chain of the end? Do you just press it with plyers?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks for that Petti, I start off by squashing the links oval with pliers and then finish to even them out by pulling through a wooden draw plate … N

  • @tlbriggs2662
    @tlbriggs2662 2 года назад +1

    Ok...gotta ask.
    Do you have an online store anywhere.
    A buddy of mine likes that Cuff as much as I do. Was wondering if it's for sale?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      being a hobbyist I make stuff for the pleasure of it and give most away to friends and family. I feel one day I’ll have to grow up and be a bit more serious about it all especially with this RUclips thing bringing in lots of enquiries like yours … until then with fun and frolics … Nick

  • @antitheist9976
    @antitheist9976 Год назад +1

    Nice work, I found it quite theraputic creating these.
    Your instructions are so good and so easy to follow. Well done mate 🙂

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      glad to hear it’s easy to follow … I love the monotony and repetition of chain making … very gratifying process … N

    • @antitheist9976
      @antitheist9976 Год назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff Indeed it is. I was wondering, have you ever built the dragon scale weave? I could be wrong with the name. One of my favourites.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      i’ve not done much with flat weaves … they do look stunning if you can get your head around them … getting a clasp looking right can be tricky … N

    • @antitheist9976
      @antitheist9976 Год назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff Yeah it is a bugger that one, but once in the swing, as with other weaves, it is enjoyable. The last one I did was gunmetal larger rings and multi coloured smaller rings beneath, it is a nice piece. Although as you rightly said, a clasp can be dufficult to find. 🙂

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      Using multicoloured links must give endless new design possibilities to explore, when combined with links sizes and different patterns, material consumption is my biggest limitation … N

  • @CyclingSpiritvideos
    @CyclingSpiritvideos Год назад +1

    How do you squash the Byzantine links after they’re assembled to make the oval version? Thank you!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      Hi cyclingSpirit, I start by squashing the links with pliers and then pull it through a drawer plate after re-annealing … N

  • @nancyd7339
    @nancyd7339 Год назад

    Awesome!

  • @acbkbristol
    @acbkbristol 2 года назад +2

    Incredibly educational. I never realised there was so much to it. How long would it take you to make 10cm of one of those?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      thanks for that Ant, if I had a couple of winter nights in front of a roaring fire and not too many glasses of wine i’m sure I would get a wrist chain sorted … cheers … Nick

  • @guidelineuk4876
    @guidelineuk4876 Год назад

    I have both of those books:-) great information

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      cheers Guideline, so many resources out there to help with this alluring process … N

    • @guidelineuk4876
      @guidelineuk4876 Год назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff thanks for the website heads up nick.. absolutely amazing how many styles of chainmail there is :-)

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      chainmailbasket.com is one of my favourite websites for it’s abyss of knowledge to get lost in … N

  • @thoatsapat
    @thoatsapat 3 месяца назад +1

    Thanks bro

  • @laszlosoltesz3772
    @laszlosoltesz3772 2 года назад +1

    Dumb question here. Do you ever have to solder these types of chains and if so, how? Thanks for these informative videos.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +1

      hi Laszlo, not everyone solderes there links but I definitely do. if not closed with solder they can easily pull open if tugged also edges can catching in clothing. I use paste solder that makes life quick and easy for this process. I made a previous video … ruclips.net/video/O84conQ3amI/видео.html … about this subject … might be useful to check it out … cheers … Nick

  • @jimbartley9125
    @jimbartley9125 2 года назад +1

    Very good explanation again. Do you solder the joints on the silver ones that you make? Cheers Jim

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      Thanks for that Jim, not everyone solderes there links but I definitely do. if not closed with solder they can easily pull open if tugged also edges can catching in clothing. cheers … Nick

  • @jasoncaryl4251
    @jasoncaryl4251 Год назад +1

    Do you make your own jump rings or order them pre made?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      hi Jason, yes definitely make my own jump rings … check out this previous video … ruclips.net/video/LyrKln7rzw0/видео.html … cheers … Nick

    • @jasoncaryl4251
      @jasoncaryl4251 Год назад +1

      Your work is inspiring and you do such a great job demonstrating how to do it. Do you have a patron account, you deserve to be paid for this stuff!

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      thanks for your vote of confidence Jason, I have started earning a little bit of money from the adverts now that my channel is monetised which is a great help and encouraging to think that one day I could earn a living from working at home. Not looked into the patron thing yet I did try mentioning “super thanks” one time in a video … it did generate one donation but mostly encouraged people to leave the video at that point.
      I set up T-shirt merchandising … no orders yet probably need to put more effort into better designs … all the best … Nick

  • @yarinayano6929
    @yarinayano6929 Год назад +1

    you should make a video on how u squashed the links like that for the byzantine weave

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      thanks for the suggestion yarina, i’ve been meaning to do a video on byzantine variations … i’ll keep it in mind for next time … Cheers … Nick

  • @mikekazmark9316
    @mikekazmark9316 Год назад +1

    Loved the music!
    Who is it?
    All by same artist?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      hi Mike thanks for the comment, I use a video editing app called LumaFusion and pay a subscription to use their music database called story blocks. not much info on the music just a song name, the tracks are … Behind my back blues … Johnny and the pale Rider … lonely
      dusty trial … all the best … Nick

    • @mikekazmark9316
      @mikekazmark9316 Год назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff Thanks Nick. I want to try this art form. Thank you for some amazing work and inspiration.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      cheers Mike, chain making can be very addictive once you get going … probably the same sort of mentality as knitting wool jumpers or doing thousand piece jigsaw puzzles … patience is a virtue … N

  • @barry7608
    @barry7608 Год назад

    Brilliant idea to demonstrate and to practice for mugs like me, only prob was concentrating with that great boogie music....turn it off??? more like turn it up!! Thanks, I'll be back.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      Hi Barry thanks for that. I used to struggle with music choice, i’ve now learnt if I like it and it grabs me just to use it … N

  • @patriciabarnes6841
    @patriciabarnes6841 2 года назад +2

    Do you sell any jewelry? Mainly bracelets?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад

      hi Patricia, only to friends and family … being a hobbyist I make stuff just for the pure pleasure of it … cheers … Nick

  • @jasoncaryl4251
    @jasoncaryl4251 Год назад +1

    I'm looking for your video on how you smush the byzantine bracelet down so the rings become oval

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      hi Jason, I’ve not made a video about that one. I start them off with pliers and then pull it through a wooden drawer plate making sure it’s well annealed first …. N

    • @jasoncaryl4251
      @jasoncaryl4251 Год назад +1

      So the rings are soldered first then smoothed?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      yes, I assemble as a byzantine with round links and solder as I go before making oval … N

  • @TerenceLeeMASSAMBA
    @TerenceLeeMASSAMBA Год назад

    if i had the material i would do the same as you i'm passionate about jewelry

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад +1

      The cost of silver can be a bit restricting, I started by using copper which is much more accessible and very similar to work … N

    • @TerenceLeeMASSAMBA
      @TerenceLeeMASSAMBA Год назад +1

      so you advise me to start with copper ?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  Год назад

      I practice everything with copper first, and copper jewellery can look beautiful. most techniques are the same if it can be made with copper it can then be produced in silver. even the solder used for silver works well on copper … N

  • @abdelmajid427
    @abdelmajid427 2 года назад

    Tank you verre good

  • @BackPackJockies
    @BackPackJockies 2 года назад +1

    How in world did you solder those Byzantine rings closed I’m so curious about that?

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  2 года назад +2

      hi backpackjockies … I had a quantum leap in chain making when I discovered soldering paste, it’s very sticky and you can use tiny amounts of it. This fabulous product allows fine chain making to be simple and easy to achieve … cheers … Nick

    • @BackPackJockies
      @BackPackJockies 2 года назад +1

      @@Nickscreativestuff thank you so much for that information

  • @cindywalker177
    @cindywalker177 8 месяцев назад +1

    How do connect when you are at the end to the clasp on.

    • @cindywalker177
      @cindywalker177 8 месяцев назад +1

      On the round 212121 I just can't get it to look right.

    • @Nickscreativestuff
      @Nickscreativestuff  8 месяцев назад

      Hi Cindy, I also find it hard to get a clasp to lie right sometimes. I tend to just keep adding temporary links until I figure out something that works and looks acceptable … N