Lampwork Showcases

Collection by Harmony in Metal

HaffinaCreations

Elaine J Hillson

Unkamengifts

Planets - July Monthly Challenge

It is that time of the month again, when we showcased pieces created by ArtFire Chainmaille Guild members in response to a theme voted for by the public. For July the theme was 'Planets'. We only received two entries, but they are both gorgeous and deserve to be spotlighted.
So check them out and the studios of the talented artisans, and please vote for our next theme over on the left of the blog.

Little Metal Merchant

HaffinaCreations

Mailler Question - Structural Maille

It has been a few weeks since we had a Mailler Question of the Week, but we are back. This week the question is 'Have you ever considered making a structural maille piece, and what would you make if you were going to make a structural piece?'

This sparked something of a conversation on our forum, so let's see what was said.

Harmony In Metal - I would love to do a structural piece. I have no idea what though, maybe some kind of home decor item like candle holders to start with.

Liv N Good Jewelry - I've seen some very cool bowls, but they seem a little advanced. I'd probably start with a hackey sack or something.

Barb's Designs - No don't know if I will try that as of yet. They are awesome to look at though!

Little Metal Merchant -
I thought about doing a bag once but only got as far as half a bag and ended up taking it apart and using it for jewelry. Chainmaille curtains would be pretty cool but they would take forever to make.

Harmony In Metal -
Curtains would be fabulous. I've actually started one for a small window in the house but it will probably take me years to finish because I only work on it in spurts.

Elements Challenge

For the last couple of months the ArtFire Chainmaille Guild members have been contemplating 'Elements' as a design challenge. Here are the creations that have come about.
We also ask that you vote in our poll to the left to help us choose our next challenge.

 

Celtic Chainmaille Bracelet

Barb's Designs

 

Ocean on my Mind

Little Metal Merchant

 

Ocean Flower, Handcrafted Copper Necklace

Harmony In Metal

 

Chainmaille Waves Bracelet in Blue

HaffinaCreations

 

Chainmaille Ice on Trees Earrings in Blue

HaffinaCreations

Square Wire Chainmaille

A Collection by Liv'N Good Jewelry

Liv'N Good Jewelry

 Red Panda

 Unkamengifts

Question of the Week - What sort of pliers do you prefer to use?

It is time for another ArtFire Chainmaille Guild question of the week. This week we asked 'what sort of pliers do you prefer to use?'.

Harmony in Metal - Hands down my Lindstrom RX. I use a flat nose and a chain nose. They are so much easier on my hands.

28 Sides Designs - I have some cheapos I got from Joanns that work pretty well...Don't know the brand but I really like using the round nose pliers since they have really fine tips so it's great for working with tiny rings and they have no edges to mar the rings.

Barb's Designs - Flat nose but don't know the brand...not expensive though.

Haffina Creations - I prefer to use my Baby Wubbers, they are the perfect size for my little hands. I have a pair of flat nose and a pair of chain nose.

Non-Jewellery Chainmaille

A collection by 28SidesDesigns

Athena's Armoury

UnkamenGifts

Chained To The Strange