How to Use Rubber Rings for Chainmaille
Rubber rings are useful for adding color to chainmaille weaves. Available in countless colors and sizes, rubber rings add flexibility to weaves and can eliminate the need for clasps, making them ideal for the creation of anklets, bangles arm bands and rings. Practically any weave can use use rubber rings, but certain weaves, such as Byzantine, European and Japanese weaves are the most popular.
There are three particularly popular types of rubber rings: EPDM, silicone and neoprene. EPDM rings, which are made from rubber, and silicone rings are brightly colored rings. Neoprene rings are rubber rings which are treated to be glow in the dark. All three types of rings are coated with UV protection and are hypoallergenic, making them ideal for use with any weave.
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Instructions
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In a Byzantine weave, rubber rings add color to the connector rings (the center rings of a Byzantine weave). They can also be used as spacer rings for breaking up the weave.
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Rubber rings are ideal accent rows in European weaves. Designs, shapes and lettering can be incorporated into the weave using rubber rings.
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Rubber rings make ideal center rings for flower weaves, such as Japanese 6-in-1 or 12-in-2. They also make good bridge rings to connect two parts of a weave together.
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Tips & Warnings
Don't be afraid to experiment with different shapes or colors of rings
Dye colors can vary from batch to batch, so make sure you have enough of the color on hand to complete your design.
