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Hinged - Bracelet
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As seen in the Rings & Things 2009 Summer Supplement
Created by: Misha Lengling
2 #44-780-27 22mm square blanks, 24-gauge copper
6 links #40-099-33-7 Hammered oval cable chain, antiqued copper plate
2 #26-815-115 6mm Bali-style flower spacer beads, silver plate
4 #37-145-7 6mm round jump rings, antiqued copper plate
1 #39-243-7 7mm lobster clasp, antiqued copper plate
Tools and Supplies: chasing hammer (#69-134), metal punch (#69-235), flat-nose pliers, heavy metal file, small hinge, tiny screws and nuts from hardware store
TIPS: Use a chasing hammer to texture the copper blanks, and a metal punch to punch four holes in each blank.
TIP: Use a small hinge and screws to attach the blanks together. Secure with a bolt (not shown). File down the extra length of the screws.
Susan Lenart Kazmer's book, Making Connections: A Handbook of Cold Joins for Jewelers and Mixed-Media Artists(#62-929) also offers a variety of project ideas that connect metal pieces without soldering.
View more Wrist Wear design ideas, or post questions on the Rings & Things Discussion Forum. Don't be shy! If you're wondering, so is someone else!
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