Volume 7 - How to Weave Japanese 2-in-1

If you are new to chain mailing and have never done it before, please read through Volume 1 - Introduction to Chainmail on the parts of rings, how to use them, the tools to use, and how to open and close rings. It also contains links to where you can purchase a wide variety of rings and tools.

This Japanese Chain is actually the most simple of all chains, where every link is connected to two others. While very simple, this chain is the base for just about all Japanese patterns, so it is important to understand how to efficiently make large quantities of it.

This weave, doubling each ring, makes a simple yet elegant bracelet in sterling silver or silver and gold.

Step 1 Starting the weave

Attached two closed rings (gold) to one open ring (silver) and close the open ring.