Instructions for Flower Power Ring

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Techniques Used Filigree Necklace Bail (PDF) Wire wrapping

Tools Needed Chain nose pliers Flush cutters Bale making pliers or Ring mandrel

Step By Step Instructions

Note: This ring is adjustable, so you can shape it to fit various size fingers!.

1. Shape the filigree:

• Using bale making pliers:
  
• Hold the center of the filigree gently but firmly with your bale making pliers, with the wrong side facing the larger of the two barrels.
• Bend one end of the filigree, following the curve of the larger barrel; repeat on the opposite end of the filigree. Use your fingers to shape the filigree to the barrel of the pliers.
• Now, move the curved filigree to your ring finger, and adjust gently to fit.

OR

• Using a ring mandrel:
  • Cut a piece of string to approximate your ring finger size. Then fit the string on the ring mandrel to find the appropriate size to use for wrapping the filigree.
  • Center the filigree over the ring mandrel, centering the filigree on the appropriate size marker.
  • Bend one end of the filigree, following the curve of the ring mandrel, using your fingers to shape the filigree against the mandrel. Repeat on the opposite end of the filigree.
  • Now move the curved filigree to your ring finger, and adjust gently to fit.

2. Cut a 6" piece of bronze 24 gauge wire.
3. String the lampwork flower and the 8mm round crystal onto the wire.
4. While holding the pieces together, string each end of the wire through the center openings of the filigree ring base.
5. Use your fingers or chain nose pliers to wrap the wire ends around the filigree until it is secure.
6. Use your flush cutters to cut the excess wire, and then tuck the ends of the wire in under the crystal bead so they will not show.
7. Make any adjustments needed to fit your finger.

WASN'T THAT EASY? It's fun to make this ring in different colors, one for each friend!

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