Dancing Donuts Tutorial

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This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make our "Dancing Donuts" necklace or bracelet, using jump rings (L18 18 gauge Jump rings with 5.9-6.4mm inner diameter) and 9mm Czech glass rings (donuts). Enjoy this quick and easy chainmaille technique!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Dancing Donuts Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • L18 18 gauge Jump rings (5.9-6.4mm inner diameter)
  • 9mm Czech glass rings (donuts) in garnet color
  • Needle nose pliers
  • Bent needle nose pliers
  • Lobster clasp (optional for finishing)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather L18 jump rings, Czech glass donuts, and pliers.
    Open a Jump Ring: Use the pliers to open the jump ring by twisting sideways, not pulling apart.
    Attach the First Czech Glass Ring: Slide a glass ring onto an open jump ring and close it securely.
    Add Another Jump Ring: Attach a second jump ring to the same glass ring for stability.
    Expand the Pattern: Repeat the process by adding new glass rings and connecting them with two jump rings each.
    Finish the Design: Once at the desired length, add a clasp or make adjustments to turn it into a necklace.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Dancing Donuts Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make our "Dancing Donuts" necklace or bracelet, using jump rings (L18 18 gauge Jump rings with 5.9-6.4mm inner diameter) and 9mm Czech glass rings (donuts). Enjoy this quick and easy chainmaille technique!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • L18 18 gauge Jump rings (5.9-6.4mm inner diameter)
  • 9mm Czech glass rings (donuts) in garnet color
  • Needle nose pliers
  • Bent needle nose pliers
  • Lobster clasp (optional for finishing)
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather L18 jump rings, Czech glass donuts, and pliers.
    Open a Jump Ring: Use the pliers to open the jump ring by twisting sideways, not pulling apart.
    Attach the First Czech Glass Ring: Slide a glass ring onto an open jump ring and close it securely.
    Add Another Jump Ring: Attach a second jump ring to the same glass ring for stability.
    Expand the Pattern: Repeat the process by adding new glass rings and connecting them with two jump rings each.
    Finish the Design: Once at the desired length, add a clasp or make adjustments to turn it into a necklace.