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 th-cam.com/play/PLYHMxIHcYj0aPFwHAV7p4pkxeraaY6hGZ.html … cheers … Nick
Thanks Nick. I haven't ever made chain. This looks intriguing and satisfying , and i will make one once i have finished my other projects that are waiting for elements so they can be completed.
sorry Patty, comments are surfacing that I’ve not replied to. I could probably make one of these chains if I really went for it in a day. I don’t sell stuff, just make it for pleasure … cheers … Nick
I never realised how involved and time consuming making this type of jewellery can be. I have neither the skill or the patience to do so but I am full of admiration for anyone that does. The bracelet is beautiful!
Hi Dulcie … jewellery making can be a bit all consuming, the skills needed for this sort of thing are easily learnt however patience certainly is a virtue when it comes to chain making … cheers … Nick
SOME PEOPLE THAT DO VIDEOS ARE MINDLESS CHATTER BOXES AN ITS HARD TO FOCUS ON WHAT THEY ARE DOING... I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEOS THAT HAVE LITTLE OR NO CHATTER IN THEM... I CAN REALLY CONCENTRATE ON WHAT YOUR DOING AN LEARN FROM YOU EASILY THAT WAY.... TY TY TY
Recently started making jewelry and still looking for the “one” thing that really defines me. I watch a lot of how to videos to learn and I have to say I love watching you make the Celtic knot. I could never make my own chains (not that patient) but yours is beautiful. Thanks for sharing so newbies like me can see how it’s done.
hi Shelley thanks for your lovely comment, suppose everybody is a newbie once. Over the years I’ve learnt a lot from the TH-cam community, so it’s now nice to be able to give a bit back. Patience is a virtue when making chainmail. One thing I do have a lot of … probably learnt from my dad who encouraged us to join in with family 10,000 piece jigsaw puzzles when we were kids … all the best … Nick
I have to say this.... truly hand crafted jewelry instead of machine made and casted, is much more beautiful, and I would add, more valuable than what other "jewelers" create and sell in bulk. The jewelry may be pretty at the end, but the time, energy, and creativity you put into the jewelry you make is so much more beautiful. 👏🏼 I hope and pray that one day I'll be able to make jewelry like this as well. Metalworking is Awesome!
thanks for your comment MamaBird, A lot of commercial jewellers don’t have the time to put the effort into making complex chains. They prefer to stick to simpler designs that are easy to mass produce maximising their profits. Being a hobbyist I have all the time in the world to explore ideas and immerse in the pleasures of metal smithing and creativity … good luck with your adventures into this fascinating past time … N
the visual exposition is so totally on-point. every action in every shot communicates something. even when you're annealing, you repeatedly show examples of what the silver looks like at the proper heat. straight up, i will be able to make this from memory when i get around to it.
thanks for your comments Jonas, nice to hear you enjoyed my vid. This has been the most popular of all of them, just need to figure out how to repeat it. Good luck with your attempt at this chain, repetitive annealing is key for it to work … N
Fantastic. The time alone from the creativity is what makes it special. I used to make rings and most people didn't understand the time that went into projects like this.
thanks Paul you’re so right with that, being a hobbyist I really enjoy making stuff like this and do it for the pure pleasure. I don’t think I could make something like this 10 times faster so it could be sold for a realistic price … maybe more practice needed … cheers … Nick
anything these days. Most recently couple people were like !!!~ $10 for a tshirt so expensive - it used to be $5, or $4 for a head of lettuce. No concept of what it takes to grow a head of lettuce let alone how weave linen on a loom.
Difference between Art and Craft....Thank you Nick! Maybe perhaps the younger generation will learn that all great things come from knowledge, skill and experience.
Thanks for that Eagle Studios, I thoroughly enjoy the subject of arts and crafts. It allows me to liberally explore and play with creative processes for many projects, ideas and directions … N
I appreciate that you enjoy these pliers so much, that you had to announce it in the title. I have similar loving relationships with some of my tools 😂👍
Took me awhile to figure it out. I changed the size to 18 gauge so it was easier, then after I made a few links I switched back to the 16 gauge. I love your tutorials and the fact you show the size for the wire and mandrel. Thanks so much
thanks for your comment Valerie, I test and practice a lot with copper first to find sizes and dimensions that I’m happy with before tentatively committing to silver. i’ve learnt so much from TH-cam videos it’s now nice to be able to give a bit back … cheers … Nick
Thanks for that Lawlesslady, surprising what can materialise when you have plenty of time to play around with ideas in a creative space. I tend to fiddle and doodle a lot with copper wire to come up with new designs … cheers … Nick
cheers Barry, I always practice and test a lot with copper first before committing to using my precious silver. The key to this one is lots of annealing … you’ll have your work cut out keeping 4 granddaughters happy … N
hi Helan thanks for that, I was going to do a cold forged link chain but went for this one instead. there was a lot of processes to make this and I had to cut a lot out to try and keep the video short … all the best … Nick
Wow! This is gorgeous and you did a fantastic job documenting your process! Thanks for sharing! I am blown away at all the steps and how did you even figure our how to make that work? If I were to spend alot on jewelry, it would be on this! How sturdy and lovely!
Thanks for your comment Tech4ever, filming is the hardest part of the process my phone camera seems to get in the way of working all the time. lots of hours spent tinkering and fiddling with ideas using copper wire first give me the confidence to try this sort of thing in silver … all the best … Nick
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sorry comments are servicing that I’ve not replied to. this chain ended up weighing 30g and is 19inches long i’m sure it would look very nice and gold cheers Nick
Thanks for that Anjairis, I don’t find it easy getting quality work sounds especially when half of it is filmed on the dinner table with household clatter going on all around. Music seems to be the easy option most of the time … N
I LOVE your videography! And of course your talent! It's so generous of you to share your knowledge, can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate it! 💜
GORGEOUS!! Your techniques are super impressive to watch! I wish I knew someone who had all the tools and gadgets you do to attempt my own bracelets and necklaces!! You make it look easy ( and I know it's not) thanks for sharing your skills🤩
thanks for your comment Sherri, being a bit of a tool freak I’ve collected a lot of them over the years. I suppose practice makes perfect and an edited video makes it look quick and easy … all the best … Nick 👍😎👍
hi Jasmine, yes it’s a very easy way to polish stuff just throw it in and wait. The only problem being it can take a long time, minimum 4 hours. cheers … Nick
there is a few different mediums that can be used for polishing, I use a very small stainless steel shot, it’s great for getting into all the nooks and crannies of a fine chain. … N
@@Nickscreativestuff how would it fair for working with fine silver 99.99? Do you know? I love all things silver, working with different gauge wires etc eventually I want to get into casting rings, pendants and clasps etc. I too use a knitting needle for making links!! I love creating things. Looks like you have a real flare for it! I found how many times you stretched and annealed particularly interesting. Thank you for taking the time to answer me.
hi Jasmine, A tumble polisher works well for sterling silver, fine silver, golds, bronze, brass and copper although never to mix them in one tumble. The other thing not not to mix is heavy items with delicate items. Otherwise you can get a lot done in one go. i’ve not done much with fine silver but I find sterling work hardens very quickly and needs constant annealing. I to have true love for creativity and couldn’t imagine life without it … all the best … Nick
thanks for your comment and sub Livvy, I started silversmithing late in life but it’s never too late to learn something new. TH-cam has been a great teacher for me so it’s now nice to be able to give a bit back … cheers … Nick
Thanks for that Roxanne, a lot of work can go into bespoke chains one of the reasons they are expensive. Some delicate chains can have very little weight of silver however the time and effort that can go into one can be immense … cheers … Nick.
I do alot of arts crafts, leather, paint , carving anything really . But this I dont have the patience. I actually was falling asleep ..was comfortable to watch . Takes way to long to see progress... good job man ....
thanks for the comment redheadweirdo, definitely have a go with metal … copper is a great place to start … soft to work, cheap, easy to source and similar to working with silver … good luck … Nick
thanks for that Sarah … most of the work is off camera testing, trying and practising with copper first before having the confidence to commit to silver … cheers … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff Being someone who casually makes jewelry myself, this makes a lot of sense. With silver being approximately 21 times as expensive as the same volume of copper (surprisingly, about the same between fine silver and sterling silver), I do not blame you for reaching for the copper first. I got my numbers from the prices on Rio Grande, by the way. Good wire, solid prices.
Hi Sara, i once paid £8 a kilo for copper at my local scrapyard whereas silver is £800 a kilo over here. i’ve never had a chance to play with gold and it being £65000 a Kilo I don’t think it will be happening any time soon. shame we don’t have a Rio Grande here in the UK, Cooksongold could do with having a decent competitor … N
hi Kera thanks for that, definitely do love making chains … what some people would find monotonous I find very relaxing. Doing it for the love of it definitely works … not so sure if it was for money … cheers … Nick
hi love and peace, definitely have a go welding is very satisfying available at evening classes or even friendly welders who can show you and let you have a try … cheers … Nick
thanks for that Fallen, ideas to have value i’ve just started earning a little from someone of my videos … exciting to start having a small digital income … cheers … Nick
thanks for that Kathy, it is said that “patience is a virtue” and “trees that grow slow bear the best fruit” … all true when chain making …. cheers … Nick
Hi Nick, just a little update as I've been making a fair bit of chain now, researching this one as I'm planning two today. my thumbs and fore fingers have some amount of hard skin on them. Very similar to how they go hard with playing guitar. Loving making jewellery and loving the channel pal.👍🏴
thanks for that John, Jewellery making can be quite demanding on hands mine tire quickly these days. chain making can be very addictive, end up getting through a lot of wire. I now save money by making my own from sterling silver casting grain. Bing hobbyist I’m always looking to economise somehow … cheers … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff I find making the wire very satisfying. I smelt Sterling and 9999 fine and the sterling is way harder to work and I find it needs a lot more annealing. I bought a Smith little torch and that is so much better for smelting than mapp gas. I bought a Durston c165 as I knew I would get my money's worth out of it eventually. It's an expensive hobby to get into but all worth it I think, it's not the kind of work you can do with a claw hammer and a screwdriver. I'm just knocking up the links for these two right now. There's snow on the ground but the sun is blazing through the sun room window. Living in a house on its own in the Scottish Highlands up a hill and looking over the Murray Firth is not too bad an office. Keep up the good work pal 👍
I know what you mean about making wire a very gratifying process. Bit of a game changer having an oxygen and propane torch somewhat frustrating without. Nice to have a Durston has been on my wish list for many years. Nothing like a comfortable workspace with gorgeous views of nature to inspire … happy days … N
@@Nickscreativestuff Good on ya mate, till you do it you'll never know the joy. I came into this after a near death accident whilst working offshore in Denmark. I was building the biggest wind turbines in the world and was very severely crushed and almost lost a leg. After some time in hospital and a lot of healing I had to find something to do, I went from working in hundreds of tonnes of metal to mere kilos. I was a welder in the 90's doing mig,tig,stick, it's all the same apart from materials and melting points. 3 months and I'm producing stuff that people are stunned by, they don't realise it's a 35 year progression of working with metal. Trial and error, I melted two 18k jump rings I was soldering to go round a 2mm sterling bangle. A fidget bangle, my first commission from my mates wife when she saw my wife's one. The other 5 were fine. Still getting used to the heat from that no4 head with a 1/4 inch flame. I don't know where you live Nick but if you're ever up my way I'd be glad to host you to do some work together and talk about jewellery and other random stuff too..👍
Wow a scary demanding job. Nothing like a near death experience to encourage us to enjoy every moment and live life to the full. I had one in my first career as a tree surgeon made me change direction and only ever do what I truly love in life. I went on to be a metal worker and welder working for a friend in his artisan workshop. I now have my own mig, tig, plasma cutter and lathe to play with at home. I’ve not had the confidence to work with gold yet … would love to go abroad maybe one day and find some to play with … can’t bring myself to buy it the way I drop and lose stuff. Know what you mean about getting used to a Smiths Little Torch i blew a large hole through the side of a piece of 6mm silver tube completely ruining the project in my early days using it. Appreciate the idea of a visit, not possible at the moment with home commitments here in Bristol although thanks for the offer. Happy wholesome creating to you … all the best … Nick
Nice work Nick,NOW drop forge a PENDANT that can SLIDE on your chain 🤘☢️🤘. Great work Bruv... Oh, just to let you know... Your work is MAD Genius!!! No-One who only LOOKS and never ATTEMPTS this kind of work has a CLUE how complicated it TRUELY is... Thank You.
Hi Ralph thanks for your comment and encouragement, I did go a bit mad attempting this … Nice suggestion, the view count has done so well with this vid i’ll have to try and do a part two … all the best … Nick
Hi Nick, this will be what I make tomorrow. I'll pour a bar and make some wire. I copied one of Dynamis's bracelets yesterday and I am absolutely delighted with it. I never thought when I decided to start doing this 3 months ago that I would be so deep in. Please keep the videos up as for beginners like me it makes it very easy to just copy. I've subscribed so you enjoy the wee smile.👍🏴 P.S. your absolutely right about how therapeutic chain making is, time becomes immaterial and passes without you noticing. When you are doing something you love it's not a labour.
hi John, thanks for your comment and sub, still smiling at the amount of momentum my channel has gained. it amazes me how much inspiration and ideas can be found on TH-cam with new stuff arriving all the time for all levels of ability. it must be very hard to make chains for a living considering how much time and effort goes into them … perfectly pleasurable when you’re not watching the clock … cheers … Nick
Nice one Lori, I suppose they’re my favourite because they’re not sold in the jewellery trade so not expensive. they’ve crossed over from a vehicle mechanics tool box … cheers … Nick
so many less outlets these days where you can try before you buy. so much more done over the Internet where you have to go on how it looks instead. 😵💫
So beautiful. But it's that soldering... 😂... I will begin for a tutorial... The tumbler is also from Cooksongold? I thought I saw this one on their site.
I get most of my jewellery tools and supplies from Cooksongold. you should try soldering paste it’s a little bit expensive but you use tiny tiny amounts … perfect for jump rings … your joints needs to be clean and tight fitting it won’t fill or cross gaps. after a bit of practice it’s very quick and easy to use … N
thanks for that livintheworld, it’s hard to get across the pleasures of creativity. given half a chance I would spend my whole life in the workshop playing with ideas. I should really call it my playroom. much more of a challenge trying to learn to produce a video though … all the best …Nick
hi Annetta, it’s a very forgiving chain to make as long as you remember to be constantly annealing, and not to be too disheartened if you break a few links … good luck with it … Nick
Wow amazing work! This is a big step for me in my hand craft addiction. You have specialized tools to do it, and manage perfectly the chemicals and fire! I havent gotten that stage yet! My most precious tool is a dremmel 😍drill jajajaa. Maybe some day I could do it. I really admire your work in this video! Take care of your hands 👼🏻
hi Mona thanks for your lovely comment, everyone learns in their own perfect way. i’m thinking of going back to jewellery school evening classes for the fun of it … Dremel have built a massive reputation with all their tools and accessories to play with … stay handy … all the best Nick
Hi Tina, being hobbyist I make this sort of thing for pleasure. I’m sure a local jeweller to you could easily produce this to your requirements … cheers … Nick
thanks for that Ricky, i’m amazed how well this video has done … to cash in on its popularity I thought of making a bracelet chain in the same style … another video on the to do list … cheers … Nick
yes I’m sure it would. I tend to test and practice everything first with copper wire to make sure I have the right sizes and dimensions before move onto silver … good luck with it … Nick
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 th-cam.com/play/PLYHMxIHcYj0aPFwHAV7p4pkxeraaY6hGZ.html … cheers … Nick
thank you! I'm most definitely going to take a looksee
Thanks Nick. I haven't ever made chain. This looks intriguing and satisfying , and i will make one once i have finished my other projects that are waiting for elements so they can be completed.
This is the most beautiful chain I have ever seen! How many total hours to make? Do you sell your creations? Thanks for sharing ⭐️
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sorry Patty, comments are surfacing that I’ve not replied to. I could probably make one of these chains if I really went for it in a day. I don’t sell stuff, just make it for pleasure … cheers … Nick
Forget the chain. You’re a genius. Now I can make perfect teardrop earring shapes!
Thanks Elaine, surprising what can be made with cheap circlip pliers … have fun … Nick
I never realised how involved and time consuming making this type of jewellery can be. I have neither the skill or the patience to do so but I am full of admiration for anyone that does. The bracelet is beautiful!
Hi Dulcie … jewellery making can be a bit all consuming, the skills needed for this sort of thing are easily learnt however patience certainly is a virtue when it comes to chain making … cheers … Nick
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I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEOS THAT HAVE LITTLE OR NO CHATTER IN THEM... I CAN REALLY CONCENTRATE ON WHAT YOUR DOING AN LEARN FROM YOU EASILY THAT WAY....
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Nice to hear that Frances, being rather camera shy I hate having to do voice overs so avoid it if I can … cheers … Nick
You forgot your cap lock on? 😆
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I would love to buy something like this,all the work that went into handmaking it is enough to make me wanna proudly wear it
thanks for that K, I should make the effort to try and sell stuff … maybe one day when I have more time … all the best … Nick
"WOW" That's all I can say. Thank you for sharing and give all the "sizes" to achieve this bracelet. 👌👌👌👌
thanks for that Gordo, i’ve learnt so much from TH-cam videos … it’s now nice to have the ability to give a bit back … all the best … Nick
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Recently started making jewelry and still looking for the “one” thing that really defines me. I watch a lot of how to videos to learn and I have to say I love watching you make the Celtic knot. I could never make my own chains (not that patient) but yours is beautiful. Thanks for sharing so newbies like me can see how it’s done.
hi Shelley thanks for your lovely comment, suppose everybody is a newbie once. Over the years I’ve learnt a lot from the TH-cam community, so it’s now nice to be able to give a bit back. Patience is a virtue when making chainmail. One thing I do have a lot of … probably learnt from my dad who encouraged us to join in with family 10,000 piece jigsaw puzzles when we were kids … all the best … Nick
Hooooolllllyyyyyy shitttt!! Wow! Just... wow!! And here i am just looking into how to put an end cap onto a snake chain!😂 You're amazing! Well done!!
thanks for that koosamonkey, good luck with capping your snake chain … cheers … Nick
Excelent , greetings from Lima Perú 🇵🇪
Bless you friend!
thanks for that Lito all the way out there in Peru … N
I have to say this.... truly hand crafted jewelry instead of machine made and casted, is much more beautiful, and I would add, more valuable than what other "jewelers" create and sell in bulk. The jewelry may be pretty at the end, but the time, energy, and creativity you put into the jewelry you make is so much more beautiful. 👏🏼
I hope and pray that one day I'll be able to make jewelry like this as well. Metalworking is Awesome!
thanks for your comment MamaBird, A lot of commercial jewellers don’t have the time to put the effort into making complex chains. They prefer to stick to simpler designs that are easy to mass produce maximising their profits. Being a hobbyist I have all the time in the world to explore ideas and immerse in the pleasures of metal smithing and creativity … good luck with your adventures into this fascinating past time … N
the visual exposition is so totally on-point. every action in every shot communicates something. even when you're annealing, you repeatedly show examples of what the silver looks like at the proper heat.
straight up, i will be able to make this from memory when i get around to it.
thanks for your comments Jonas, nice to hear you enjoyed my vid. This has been the most popular of all of them, just need to figure out how to repeat it. Good luck with your attempt at this chain, repetitive annealing is key for it to work … N
Fantastic. The time alone from the creativity is what makes it special. I used to make rings and most people didn't understand the time that went into projects like this.
thanks Paul you’re so right with that, being a hobbyist I really enjoy making stuff like this and do it for the pure pleasure. I don’t think I could make something like this 10 times faster so it could be sold for a realistic price … maybe more practice needed … cheers … Nick
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Makers of things do understand the time to just learn the craft and the execution of finished pieces.
anything these days. Most recently couple people were like !!!~ $10 for a tshirt so expensive - it used to be $5, or $4 for a head of lettuce. No concept of what it takes to grow a head of lettuce let alone how weave linen on a loom.
Really lovely in its simplicity of style and construction.Many thanks for sharing
thanks William, surprisingly simple chain to make once you figured out the sizes of the links … cheers … Nick
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Difference between Art and Craft....Thank you Nick! Maybe perhaps the younger generation will learn that all great things come from knowledge, skill and experience.
Thanks for that Eagle Studios, I thoroughly enjoy the subject of arts and crafts. It allows me to liberally explore and play with creative processes for many projects, ideas and directions … N
I appreciate that you enjoy these pliers so much, that you had to announce it in the title. I have similar loving relationships with some of my tools 😂👍
thanks for your comment Jack, it’s easy to have a loving relationships with tools … I hope they don’t get jealous of one another … N
@@Nickscreativestuff where do you get your pliers
I’ve never seen anything like this and throughly enjoyed it. So much patience and love for the craft. Worth it!
thanks for that Linda, this sort of design arises from hours of fun fiddling and twiddling with ideas in my creative space … Worth it … cheers … Nick
Took me awhile to figure it out. I changed the size to 18 gauge so it was easier, then after I made a few links I switched back to the 16 gauge. I love your tutorials and the fact you show the size for the wire and mandrel. Thanks so much
thanks for your comment Valerie, I test and practice a lot with copper first to find sizes and dimensions that I’m happy with before tentatively committing to silver. i’ve learnt so much from TH-cam videos it’s now nice to be able to give a bit back … cheers … Nick
Did you use half hard or dead soft wire?
@@emmacarroll3665dead soft.
I had the same question 👍🏼
Wow... I've been doing chainmail for years, but this is a whole different level. Amazing work. Congratulations. Well done!
Thanks for that Lawlesslady, surprising what can materialise when you have plenty of time to play around with ideas in a creative space. I tend to fiddle and doodle a lot with copper wire to come up with new designs … cheers … Nick
Another great demo thanks, I'm going to have a go at this one in copper first then silver for my 4 granddaughters.
cheers Barry, I always practice and test a lot with copper first before committing to using my precious silver. The key to this one is lots of annealing … you’ll have your work cut out keeping 4 granddaughters happy … N
You are terrific, thank you we need more folks like you in this world!!!
thanks for your lovely comment Angelina, i’ve taken so much from TH-cam over the years it’s now nice to be able to give a bit back … cheers … Nick
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That's beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching! … N
It’s so pretty! Definitely daintier than the first - shows the progression of your skill!
thanks for that mellowenglishgal, the dainty stuff is definitely more of a challenge … cheers … Nick
Wow...a master chainmail maker! Every step is precise & end product perfection.
Thanks for that Christine, it is said practice makes perfect, and I certainly did plenty of that before making this video … N
What a beautiful piece of art! Thank you for showing us your process. You are very patient.
thanks for your comment Tari, patience is a virtue when chain making… all the best … Nick
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Beautifully made! I'm nowhere near that, I'm still cold forging, but it was mesmerising watching your process
hi Helan thanks for that, I was going to do a cold forged link chain but went for this one instead. there was a lot of processes to make this and I had to cut a lot out to try and keep the video short … all the best … Nick
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Wow! This is gorgeous and you did a fantastic job documenting your process! Thanks for sharing! I am blown away at all the steps and how did you even figure our how to make that work? If I were to spend alot on jewelry, it would be on this! How sturdy and lovely!
Thanks for your comment Tech4ever, filming is the hardest part of the process my phone camera seems to get in the way of working all the time. lots of hours spent tinkering and fiddling with ideas using copper wire first give me the confidence to try this sort of thing in silver … all the best … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff , здравствуйте! Очень понравилось ваша уникальная работа !
Подскажите пожалуйста данные цепи, какой метал , пробу ,диаметр проволоки, общий вес и длину цепи.
Хочу сделать браслет на запястье из золота 585° и необходимо уложится в 8 грам золота 585°
Скажите данные для дальнейшего пересчёта в золото 585°
sorry comments are servicing that I’ve not replied to. this chain ended up weighing 30g and is 19inches long i’m sure it would look very nice and gold cheers Nick
very good ideas, and nice way to cut the jump rings!
thanks for that Canela, life’s so much easier after working out this technique … cheers … Nick
Very nice and pretty.
Also I like that there's not any music, it's just quiet and work sounds.
Thanks for that Anjairis, I don’t find it easy getting quality work sounds especially when half of it is filmed on the dinner table with household clatter going on all around. Music seems to be the easy option most of the time … N
I LOVE your videography! And of course your talent! It's so generous of you to share your knowledge, can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate it! 💜
Thanks for your appreciation Libby, it surprises me what can be done with an iPhone sometimes … cheers … Nick
I’ll have to try this for my shop sometime. I’m sure this would make my resin pendants look that much cooler!
thanks for that chicken farmer, this would make a great chain for a chunky pendant … cheers … Nick
GORGEOUS!! Your techniques are super impressive to watch! I wish I knew someone who had all the tools and gadgets you do to attempt my own bracelets and necklaces!! You make it look easy ( and I know it's not) thanks for sharing your skills🤩
thanks for your comment Sherri, being a bit of a tool freak I’ve collected a lot of them over the years. I suppose practice makes perfect and an edited video makes it look quick and easy … all the best … Nick 👍😎👍
I didn’t realise you could tumble polish silver like that. This a very useful video thank you!
hi Jasmine, yes it’s a very easy way to polish stuff just throw it in and wait. The only problem being it can take a long time, minimum 4 hours.
cheers … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff I don’t mind the wait or the noise (I’m deaf lol) thanks for the info though. The finish is amazing! I need to try this! 😊
there is a few different mediums that can be used for polishing, I use a very small stainless steel shot, it’s great for getting into all the nooks and crannies of a fine chain. … N
@@Nickscreativestuff how would it fair for working with fine silver 99.99? Do you know? I love all things silver, working with different gauge wires etc eventually I want to get into casting rings, pendants and clasps etc. I too use a knitting needle for making links!! I love creating things. Looks like you have a real flare for it! I found how many times you stretched and annealed particularly interesting. Thank you for taking the time to answer me.
hi Jasmine, A tumble polisher works well for sterling silver, fine silver, golds, bronze, brass and copper although never to mix them in one tumble. The other thing not not to mix is heavy items with delicate items. Otherwise you can get a lot done in one go. i’ve not done much with fine silver but I find sterling work hardens very quickly and needs constant annealing. I to have true love for creativity and couldn’t imagine life without it … all the best … Nick
I watched your video 3 Times! You’re so fascinating with your metal works. Thank you so much for sharing your craft!
Thanks views Neenah, this is my best ever video with nearly half a million views now. never know what’s gonna do well until it gets going … N
I am starting with pre-made settings. This is so far beyond my ability but I subscribed to try to get better. Thanks for being there for us learning!
thanks for your comment and sub Livvy, I started silversmithing late in life but it’s never too late to learn something new. TH-cam has been a great teacher for me so it’s now nice to be able to give a bit back … cheers … Nick
This is lovely! Thanks for posting your process, now I have to dig out my supplies and start making jewelry again.
thanks for your comment kippertoo, nice to hear it makes you want to get back to it … have fun … Nick
Fascinating!!! I had no idea what it took to make something like this. Now I understand why the price points are what they are. ❤
Thanks for that Roxanne, a lot of work can go into bespoke chains one of the reasons they are expensive. Some delicate chains can have very little weight of silver however the time and effort that can go into one can be immense … cheers … Nick.
I enjoyed watching you make the little parts.
thanks spicybean, lots of variations on a theme connecting these little parts … cheers … Nick
I've been wanting to dig in to making different chainmail link bracelets so thank you for this.
thanks for the comment Christa, I never learnt how to knit wool but I find weaving chainmail very relaxing and meditative … cheers … Nick
Beautiful knots, that's a sweet bracelet. This was a lot of fun to watch.
Thanks Joe, good to hear it’s fun to watch. I struggle to insert humour into my videos … N
That is stunning! Thank you for the detailed tutorial.
thanks for that Susan, its nice to be able to share stuff … N
Loved watching it but will never do it. Incredible artistry.
thanks for that Gale, glad it’s enjoyable to watch … N
Your videos are amazing. You show all the tricks with tools mm sizes of wire and rod used. ❤❤
Thanks Pravin, i’ve learnt so much from TH-cam myself so it’s now nice to be able to give a bit back … N
Absolutely brilliant!
Thanks Ryco … N
I do alot of arts crafts, leather, paint , carving anything really . But this I dont have the patience. I actually was falling asleep ..was comfortable to watch . Takes way to long to see progress... good job man ....
hi Cody thanks for your comment, I do love the repetition and monotony of chain making … not sure if I could cope with a whole suit of chainmail … N
I make hand made necklaces and this give me an idea about chains. I have never worked with metal before.
thanks for the comment redheadweirdo, definitely have a go with metal … copper is a great place to start … soft to work, cheap, easy to source and similar to working with silver … good luck … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff thank you. I'm trying to find those reverse open pliers you use. Did you make those metal sleeves as well?
they’re called circlip pliers, I make my own sleeves out of all sorts of bits and bobs that can be upcycled … cheers … Nick
i never thought of using oil, brilliant idea
I was surprised how much it helps when the knot starts to get tight … N
This clearly took you a lot of work and the result paid off! Very nice!
thanks for that Sarah … most of the work is off camera testing, trying and practising with copper first before having the confidence to commit to silver … cheers … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff Being someone who casually makes jewelry myself, this makes a lot of sense. With silver being approximately 21 times as expensive as the same volume of copper (surprisingly, about the same between fine silver and sterling silver), I do not blame you for reaching for the copper first.
I got my numbers from the prices on Rio Grande, by the way. Good wire, solid prices.
Hi Sara, i once paid £8 a kilo for copper at my local scrapyard whereas silver is £800 a kilo over here. i’ve never had a chance to play with gold and it being £65000 a Kilo I don’t think it will be happening any time soon. shame we don’t have a Rio Grande here in the UK, Cooksongold could do with having a decent competitor … N
So soothing and relaxing to watch
Nice to hear that Young Be World, thanks for your comment … N
Whew, and I thought chainmaille took me a while to do. Dedicated to the art for sure and it shows. Beautiful work! 💙
hi Kera thanks for that, definitely do love making chains … what some people would find monotonous I find very relaxing. Doing it for the love of it definitely works … not so sure if it was for money … cheers … Nick
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Absolutely fantastic! Such a beautiful craftsmanship. Patience and dedication.🙏
thanks for that Mamita, patience is a virtue when chain making …. cheers … Nick
Wow. You popped up in me suggested videos and I'm hooked. So shiny. I love the design. Thank you.
thanks for that Fiona, if you’re a patient a barrel tumbler does a great job of polishing … N
@@Nickscreativestuff way back when, my dad used to tumble semi precious stones. I always find the low rumble quite relaxing. X
A very in hobby during the 70s I think. cross contamination with grit can be a problem if also polishing jewellery … cheers … Nick
Simply beautiful!
thanks for that Rob, I find this to be a nice blokey chain to wear … cheers … Nick
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Absolutely beautiful__great craftsmanship!
Thank you for sharing your artistry. 💖🙌😺
thanks for that Debra, I was amazed how well this video got seen … N
One of the things that I would most like to learn is welding and all kinds of welding and everything that goes with it.
hi love and peace, definitely have a go welding is very satisfying available at evening classes or even friendly welders who can show you and let you have a try … cheers … Nick
Smart thinking on your tool modifications
Thanks Warrior 4Christ, one of my go to tools … very useful for all sorts of projects … N
I've always wanted to try this out and after watching your video - moreso now. Thank you for posting this. 🥰
thanks for that Celtic Druidess, I learn a lot from trial and error. cheers. Nick
Holy crap, I love it! You have some extremely valuable ideas. Thank you so much for sharing.
thanks for that Fallen, ideas to have value i’ve just started earning a little from someone of my videos … exciting to start having a small digital income … cheers … Nick
Stunning!
Thanks Gail … N
Beautiful piece of work !
thanks for that Sanjay … N
That is a lovely chain! Now I gotta try it! 😢
thanks for that Cassandra, I practice a lot with copper first and plenty of annealing needed with this one … N
WOW 🤩 that’s stunning 😍 and a lot of work. I didn’t realise silver wire was such a pain to work with 😆
thanks for that Rachael, after working with silver for a while you get used to it’s constant need for annealing … cheers … Nick
Me encantan tus videos, gracias por compartir tus excelentes ideas, te felicito por tener esas manos maravillosas
Nice to be able to share ideas … hands seem to always look dirty unfortunate consequence of filming so close up … cheers … Nick
What a gorgeous piece of work!! Incredible!!!! So talented and patient! ❤️
thanks for that Kathy, it is said that “patience is a virtue” and “trees that grow slow bear the best fruit” … all true when chain making …. cheers … Nick
Hi Nick, just a little update as I've been making a fair bit of chain now, researching this one as I'm planning two today. my thumbs and fore fingers have some amount of hard skin on them. Very similar to how they go hard with playing guitar. Loving making jewellery and loving the channel pal.👍🏴
thanks for that John, Jewellery making can be quite demanding on hands mine tire quickly these days. chain making can be very addictive, end up getting through a lot of wire. I now save money by making my own from sterling silver casting grain.
Bing hobbyist I’m always looking to economise somehow … cheers … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff I find making the wire very satisfying. I smelt Sterling and 9999 fine and the sterling is way harder to work and I find it needs a lot more annealing. I bought a Smith little torch and that is so much better for smelting than mapp gas. I bought a Durston c165 as I knew I would get my money's worth out of it eventually. It's an expensive hobby to get into but all worth it I think, it's not the kind of work you can do with a claw hammer and a screwdriver. I'm just knocking up the links for these two right now. There's snow on the ground but the sun is blazing through the sun room window. Living in a house on its own in the Scottish Highlands up a hill and looking over the Murray Firth is not too bad an office. Keep up the good work pal 👍
I know what you mean about making wire a very gratifying process. Bit of a game changer having an oxygen and propane torch somewhat frustrating without. Nice to have a Durston has been on my wish list for many years. Nothing like a comfortable workspace with gorgeous views of nature to inspire … happy days … N
@@Nickscreativestuff Good on ya mate, till you do it you'll never know the joy. I came into this after a near death accident whilst working offshore in Denmark. I was building the biggest wind turbines in the world and was very severely crushed and almost lost a leg. After some time in hospital and a lot of healing I had to find something to do, I went from working in hundreds of tonnes of metal to mere kilos. I was a welder in the 90's doing mig,tig,stick, it's all the same apart from materials and melting points. 3 months and I'm producing stuff that people are stunned by, they don't realise it's a 35 year progression of working with metal. Trial and error, I melted two 18k jump rings I was soldering to go round a 2mm sterling bangle. A fidget bangle, my first commission from my mates wife when she saw my wife's one. The other 5 were fine. Still getting used to the heat from that no4 head with a 1/4 inch flame. I don't know where you live Nick but if you're ever up my way I'd be glad to host you to do some work together and talk about jewellery and other random stuff too..👍
Wow a scary demanding job. Nothing like a near death experience to encourage us to enjoy every moment and live life to the full. I had one in my first career as a tree surgeon made me change direction and only ever do what I truly love in life.
I went on to be a metal worker and welder working for a friend in his artisan workshop. I now have my own mig, tig, plasma cutter and lathe to play with at home. I’ve not had the confidence to work with gold yet … would love to go abroad maybe one day and find some to play with … can’t bring myself to buy it the way I drop and lose stuff. Know what you mean about getting used to a Smiths Little Torch i blew a large hole through the side of a piece of 6mm silver tube completely ruining the project in my early days using it. Appreciate the idea of a visit, not possible at the moment with home commitments here in Bristol although thanks for the offer.
Happy wholesome creating to you … all the best … Nick
An absolute craftsmen ! That is a stunning piece. Thanks for sharing.😊
Thanks for that Grant, I do love arts and crafts and it’s a pleasure to be able to share … Nick
Great chain design, beautifully made !
thanks Filip, The result from lots of playing around with copper wire … cheers … Nick
Nice work Nick,NOW drop forge a PENDANT that can SLIDE on your chain 🤘☢️🤘.
Great work Bruv...
Oh, just to let you know...
Your work is MAD Genius!!!
No-One who only LOOKS and never ATTEMPTS this kind of work has a CLUE how complicated it TRUELY is...
Thank You.
Hi Ralph thanks for your comment and encouragement, I did go a bit mad attempting this … Nice suggestion, the view count has done so well with this vid i’ll have to try and do a part two … all the best … Nick
Excellent work, never thought to stretch the knots like that. I usually make simple single link chains, this gives me new ideas. Thanks.
thanks for that Joseph, The trick to this is constant annealing and not to worry if you break a few … cheers … Nick
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Thanks you for your GREAT ART .
THIS VIDEO BLOWING MY MIND !!
ONE MORE TIME THANKS.👋👏💡
Nice one Jacob thanks for your comment … N 👍😎👍
You never disappoint Nick! You always amaze me! Beautiful!
thanks for that Tammie, Time was running over with this one so I edited out the disappointing bits when i was breaking links … cheers … Nick
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Beautiful work
thanks for that Amber, a pure pleasure to make … N
Hi Nick, this will be what I make tomorrow. I'll pour a bar and make some wire. I copied one of Dynamis's bracelets yesterday and I am absolutely delighted with it. I never thought when I decided to start doing this 3 months ago that I would be so deep in. Please keep the videos up as for beginners like me it makes it very easy to just copy. I've subscribed so you enjoy the wee smile.👍🏴
P.S. your absolutely right about how therapeutic chain making is, time becomes immaterial and passes without you noticing. When you are doing something you love it's not a labour.
hi John, thanks for your comment and sub, still smiling at the amount of momentum my channel has gained. it amazes me how much inspiration and ideas can be found on TH-cam with new stuff arriving all the time for all levels of ability. it must be very hard to make chains for a living considering how much time and effort goes into them … perfectly pleasurable when you’re not watching the clock … cheers … Nick
"Favorite pliers" ... smiles and nods. I too have a favorite 😏
Nice one Lori, I suppose they’re my favourite because they’re not sold in the jewellery trade so not expensive. they’ve crossed over from a vehicle mechanics tool box … cheers … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff I always have trouble finding tools that feel good in my hand and function well. It's a never ending quest 😏
so many less outlets these days where you can try before you buy. so much more done over the Internet where you have to go on how it looks instead. 😵💫
@@Nickscreativestuff I rarely have a good outcome with buying tools online.
me too, I’m very reluctant i’m lucky to have a really good secondhand tool shop nearby … N
It is so so beautiful!!!! I would like to do things as you do. Thank you so much. I am from Guadalajara Mexico
thanks for that Angela, good luck with your creativity all the way out there in Mexico… 🇲🇽 … N
Очень красиво, необычное изделие🎉
Thanks for that Елизавета … N
Wow 😳 That's amazing way to makes chain, perfect tools
thanks for that Kajenoghrei, this is a fabulous tool for jewelry makers also cheap because it’s not sold for there industry … cheers … Nick
So beautiful. But it's that soldering... 😂... I will begin for a tutorial...
The tumbler is also from Cooksongold? I thought I saw this one on their site.
I get most of my jewellery tools and supplies from Cooksongold.
you should try soldering paste it’s a little bit expensive but you use tiny tiny amounts … perfect for jump rings … your joints needs to be clean and tight fitting it won’t fill or cross gaps. after a bit of practice it’s very quick and easy to use … N
Beautiful chain!
thanks Nichole … N
WOW!! hermoso trabajo! 👏👏👏
thanks for that Bicho …N 👍😎👍
@@Nickscreativestuff es un placer ya me suscribi😁
Nice one Bicho, thanks for your sub … N 👍
Very clear instructional video.
thanks Tom, glad to hear that … never know sometimes … N
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Ok seriously you are such a creative man. So knowledgeable and the care you take is extraordinary! Simply amazing work 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 wow 🤩
thanks for that livintheworld, it’s hard to get across the pleasures of creativity. given half a chance I would spend my whole life in the workshop playing with ideas. I should really call it my playroom. much more of a challenge trying to learn to produce a video though … all the best …Nick
Thanks Nick. I can’t wait to try this!
hi Annetta, it’s a very forgiving chain to make as long as you remember to be constantly annealing, and not to be too disheartened if you break a few links … good luck with it … Nick
That is a handsome chain, well done.
thanks Mary, this is my attempt at making a blokey chain … cheers … Nick
Wow amazing work! This is a big step for me in my hand craft addiction. You have specialized tools to do it, and manage perfectly the chemicals and fire! I havent gotten that stage yet! My most precious tool is a dremmel 😍drill jajajaa.
Maybe some day I could do it. I really admire your work in this video! Take care of your hands 👼🏻
hi Mona thanks for your lovely comment, everyone learns in their own perfect way. i’m thinking of going back to jewellery school evening classes for the fun of it … Dremel have built a massive reputation with all their tools and accessories to play with … stay handy … all the best Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff in México, there arent such as those classes! We learn just through tutorials like yours 😉
me too I’ve learnt an abundance from TH-cam … it’s now nice to be able to give it a bit back … N
awesome work, you make it look easy. But the tutorial was easy to follow, I gotta try this ;)
Thanks Chris, for me the key to this working is lots of annealing. Good luck with it … N
Outstanding crafting!
thanks for that Debi … N
Great video. Thank you very much!
thanks for that Goo Ly … N
beautiful as always,nice job🌹🌹🌹
thanks for that DayKan … 👍😎👍 … N
Amazing! Congratulations.
thanks Ricardo … N
Amazing. Leaned so many new things. Thanks you.👍
thanks K A, i’ve learnt so much from TH-cam it’s nice to be able to give you a bit back … N
Thanks, I like you chain and technique.
thanks for that Rafael, got there eventually with it … Nick
that is gorgeous! and your instructions are so clear and easy to follow!
thanks Jane … good to hear that, being voiceless I do wonder sometimes … cheers … Nick
Работа профессионала! Хотела бы себе такую цепочку
Hi Tina, being hobbyist I make this sort of thing for pleasure. I’m sure a local jeweller to you could easily produce this to your requirements … cheers … Nick
Спасибо, что делитесь! Получается очень красиво. Хорошая идея с узлом.
thanks for that E, endless variations on a theme with this knot … going to try a wrist chain next … cheers … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff удачи вам, Ник. Я подписалась, интересно посмотреть на новые плетения.
thanks for your sub, I have had some luck with it I’m amazed that now over 10K … all the best … Nick
GRAET TECHNIQUE! LOVE YOUR WORK!
thanks David, all good fun … N
Gran trabajo !!!!! Quedo hermosa!!!!!
thanks for that Patty … N
I loved watching this process ❤️
thanks Angela, I love playing with this process … N
Really enjoy your work looking for a bracelet like that wow brother outstanding 👍👍👍👍
thanks for that Ricky, i’m amazed how well this video has done … to cash in on its popularity I thought of making a bracelet chain in the same style … another video on the to do list … cheers … Nick
AMAZING! Congratulations on such a beautiful creation! Thanks for sharing!
thanks for that Nyperi, it took a bit of trial and error to work it out … but got there eventually … cheers … Nick
WOW! I´m very impressed!
Thanks for that … N
@@Nickscreativestuff Do you think, this would also function with 1.5 mm wire?
yes I’m sure it would. I tend to test and practice everything first with copper wire to make sure I have the right sizes and dimensions before move onto silver … good luck with it … Nick
@@Nickscreativestuff Thank you! ♥
👍😎👍 … N