Clear introduction to gorgeous technique Loops linked together - it doesn't sound like much, until you have hundreds of them, in different sizes, colors, materials, and linkages. Then the esthetic possibilities explode. Taylor and Whyte do a great job of igniting the reader's interest in the technique's many possibilities.
After the variety of projects shown, this book's biggest strength lie in the clarity of its instructions. Each project comes with a detailed list of materials, so the reader knows exactly how much of what to buy - and gets some idea of how much work is involved. A project involving 88 jump rings, for example can be expected to go more quickly than one with 742 jump rings. Then, clear illustrations show each step of assembly. More complex links might require a little effort on the reader's part, but that's only natural. Anyone who tries the technique will face the same complexity when facing that step in the actual assembly, but without the authors' color-coding to help.
This technique will work well for jewelry-making beginners. It requires a minimal tool set - just two pairs of pliers will go a very long way. Also, as a cold-worked technique, this avoids the torches and harsh chemicals needed for soldering. If you adapt the techniques slightly, even impatient kids can get encouraging results quickly. This book really addresses the craftsman who aspires to mastery, however, and incredible gallery section at the end shows just how high that level can go.
-- wiredweird
Delicate Projects Shows Chain Mail Done Beautifully In the last few years, chain mail jewelry has become very popular. Although I love all kinds of chain mail jewelry, sometimes pieces can look heavy and highly textured. Or at least I thought so. Terry Taylor and Dylon Whyte's jewelry projects made me re-think that statement - the jewelry in their book ranges from delicate to bold without ever feeling heavy and over textured.
The book contains beginning, intermediate and advanced projects. I was particularly fond of the Crochet Mandala Pendant and Earrings designed by Dylon Whyte. Whyte's design looks like crochet but isn't - very nicely done! The Lace Mail Cocktail Collar with Pearls designed by 2-Roses made with 16 gauge wire, it feels feminine and lacey.
An introduction to materials and tools is in the front. A section on patinas is a nice bonus to a book on chain mail, full of useful information for anyone working with metal, jump rings and chain. If you're wondering which book on chain mail to buy, this one definitely needs to be in your collection!
If you like chainmaille this is for you As an advanced beader and novice chain mailler I love this book. I have made 4 projects from it so far and have another 10 listed to make. This is very rare for me. I normally only find one or 2 projects I like. Buy this you will not regret it. I get comments on all the projects I have made from it. Features the following weaves - box, japenese, spiral, european 4 in 1, byzantine. Has projects for all levels. I am currently working through the beginner and novice ones. The advanced ones are a challenge and instruction are thorough. A credit to the authors.
Interesting Hobby I was looking for a new craft. I make my own beaded jewelry and I found this book to be very interesting with original ideas.
Great Book I was going to give this book 4 stars, but after thinking about what this book did accomplish in overall developement, I decided to give it 5 stars. The photography was is great. There are step by step instructions. The projects are shown with models and how they can be accessorized with apparel for various occasions, something that other books don't show. The DOWNSIDE of this book, there is no listing of suppliers. However, there is an UPSIDE, the books is published by Lark Books and one can go to the website to find information about supplies. UPSIDE #2, Jump Rings can be purchased at Junkitz - [...]
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