About Chainmaille

Delve into our extensive jump ring resource. Here you'll find a wealth of information about one of the most versatile jewelry-making resources, from sizes and materials to chainmaille weaves.

Nowadays, demand for armor has shriveled while the need for exclusive jewelry has exploded. In this article, see how chainmaille offers endless possibilities for the clever designer.

Scalemaille jewelry is gaining popularity. Discover all the design possibilities these scale components offer and get inspired to start creating today.

Oh how we love the flamboyant bright neon colors of soft and pliable rubber Oh! Rings™. Twisty little circles are so versatile and you can even add to jump rings for chainmaille.

Loop Lock™ findings are ideal for connecting links, loops and lengths of chain with a secure "locking" closure. See how to use these findings in this illustrated tutorial.

Award-winning author, designer and instructor Lisa Pavelka is here to walk you through making your own jump rings from scratch! Learn several different tips on jump ring making.

Follow along as Lisa Pavelka, award winning designer, artist and author, shows you the basics to soldering jump rings.

Tammy Honaman, jewelry-making expert, shares information about copper jump rings. She explains how Fire Mountain Gems measures jump rings and the available shapes and wire gauges.

Learn about the benefits of stainless steel jump rings—and why different gauges and sizes matter in jewelry design—with this informational video hosted by jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman.

Create a modern bracelet in a flash using this premade bangle base, tassels and the sparkling charm of your choice. Easily swap the embellishments to fit your current style.

Convenient chart lists a range of chainmaille weave styles, links to how-to instructions or videos, specific weave notes and more.

This one-stop-shop glossary contains all the info you'll need when it comes time to start your own chainmaille projects.