Results 1 to 5 of 5

Thread: Beaded chain help :)

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Jun 2020
    Posts
    3

    Red face Beaded chain help :)

    Click image for larger version. 

Name:	Beaded chain.jpg 
Views:	13 
Size:	2.0 KB 
ID:	12507

    Newbie here, hi all!
    I'm keen to make the on trend beaded silver bead chain, it looks pretty simple (maybe wrong) but wanted a little guidance into what beads and chain would be most suitable?

    Thank you!

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Dec 2009
    Location
    Central London
    Posts
    8,845

    Default

    I would start with a sturdy loose chain, such as Cooksons Prince of Wales rope. Then choose some two-hole silver beads, enlarging the holes if necessary, and add them at measured intervals. They can be tacked in place with tiny amounts of easy solder.
    Use a soft flame in a darkened work area to avoid overheating the chain. Dennis

  3. #3
    Join Date
    Jun 2020
    Posts
    3

    Default

    Great thanks for your help Dennis!
    I was a little nervous about the 2 hole beads as the cooksongold catalogue mentioned they were not suitable for soldiering?

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Dec 2009
    Location
    Central London
    Posts
    8,845

    Default

    These are what I had in mind: https://www.cooksongold.com/Beads/St...ads&channel=uk

    Your chain is likely to be about 2.0mm thick, so the holes will need reaming out

    Obviously they can be collapsed if overheated, hence my caution. Dennis.

  5. #5
    Join Date
    Jun 2020
    Posts
    3

    Default

    Will give this a try, thank you!

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •