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Here are some resources that you might find helpful. Check back from time to time, I will try to add more. If you have some information you would like to share, feel free to email it to me for inclusion on this page:

Adjusting tightness of a project

Concerned about maintaining "tightness or looseness" of your project as you change jump ring gauge? Want to make your project tighter or looser? Here is how: Download my Aspect Ratio Chart. Then look up the ratio for the project as you currently have it.

To make the project tighter, change either the gauge or diameter to yield a lower number. to make it looser, change either the gauge or diameter to yield a higher number. To change the gauge or diameter while maintaining the same tightness, find the appropriate combination of gauge and diameter to keep the ratio about the same.

Culture Jewlery

Matthew Woodbury has very creative weaves, the absolute clearest, and most easy-to-follow instructions and handy accessories to assist on your next project. Some patterns even include videos! At culturejewelry.com all that is necessary to put culture back into jewelry is to use your hands. Culturejewelry.com presents an ancient notion – make fine jewelry yourself. This craft is low cost, and easy to make for the average craftsperson. Chainmaille jewelry is fashionable and durable. It is a portable craft that requires no bench setup or soldering. The Chainmaille Jewelry Pattern e-book uncovers this exciting craft and presents nine patterns with stunning renderings and step by step instructions.

M.A.I.L Maille Artisans

A large on-line community of chainmaillers. Free patterns, tips, and a wealth of information. Whether you are an experienced or novice chainmailler, you will find people willing to share information, tips and creative ideas.

CGMaille.com

Great source of free patterns, tutorials, and chainmaille articles

Chainmaillebymboi.com

Custom Chainmaille Jewelry specializing in sterling silver and other metals made using this ancient technique.

The Ganoskin Project

The gem and jewelry world's foremost information resource on the Internet. Open to the public, Free of charge - a substantial library of articles, publications, reports, and technical data on gem and jewelry related topics; as well as a sizable collection of art and jewelry galleries, for both the casual visitor and the professional.