Chain mail is one of the hottest jewellery trends out there; add beads and the style positively shines. Bestselling author and chain mail expert Dylon Whyte presents his time-tested, time-saving techniques with twenty-six breath-taking projects, ranging from extremely simple to challenging. A thorough introduction, illustrated with computer-generated pictures, covers the basic techniques. Then Whyte reveals his patented, perfected beading method: rather than using difficult wire wrapping, he threads the beads directly onto the rings before they're fashioned into chain mail. Thirty exciting projects include a delicate Persian patterned anklet, embellished with tiny silver bells and an amethyst opera-length necklace and silver earrings shaped like inverted peacock feathers, edged with rings and turquoise beads.

This title features 30 projects to complete in the resurgent chain mail style. It provides advice on polishing the pieces and tips on adding pearls or beads. Thanks to its exquisite, easily mastered techniques and elegant lines, chain mail - the classic art of linking metal rings - is enjoying a creative resurgence among jewellery makers. This attractive resource was the first full-colour book on the market to help beginners and intermediates get in on the craze. With computer-generated illustrations that show every step, it thoroughly introduces all the key construction procedures, including the proper methods of winding, opening and closing the metal rings. The 30 projects include a simple pendant encasing a large semiprecious stone and a flat chain-mail neckpiece that colourfully combines copper and blue titanium rings. Plus, there's advice on polishing the pieces, tips on adding pearls or beads and a gallery of works by professional jewellers.