Metal and Wire
Includes chain mail jewelry, wire-wrapping, and other metal work. (Note: see Polymer Clay category for precious metal clay.)
How to Antique or Oxidize Brass 
Learn which chemicals you can use to create a dark, antiqued finish on brass beads and findings. How to Make a Byzantine Chain
The sequential-link Byzantine chain is easy to make using unsoldered jump rings. Info - Metalwork, an Introduction
Information to help you decide whether wire work or metalsmithing jewelry-making techniques are right for you. Project - Metal Earrings, Chain Mail Cascade Earrings
This chain-mail jewelry project designed by Anne Kelly results in delicate, cascading earrings.
Project - Metal Necklace, Sterling Silver Wire and Turquoise Bead
Make a striking necklace with hand-forged sterling silver wire connectors and wrapped turquoise bead links.
SUBJECT Offsite Links - Material Metal
SUBJECT Offsite Links Material Metal Wirework Jewelry
Techniques - Chain Mail Jewelry, Byzantine Chain
How to create a Byzantium chain out of unsoldered jump rings
Tips - Oxidizing Brass for an Antique Look
How to antique or oxidize brass. Tips - Oxidizing Sterling Silver for an Antique Look
Learn how to add an oxidized finish to a sterling silver connector and bead-link necklace.
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