Fun Variations—Combining Components Chapter 12
10.Apply liver of sulfur or oxidizing solution to
the discs. It is very important to follow any
safety recommendations the manufacturer
suggests on the directions when using any
chemicals.
11.After following the oxidizing instructions,
use fine steel wool to remove the darkened
area on the surface of the discs, leaving the
circles that you stamped dark. Rinse with
water, dry, and rub with a polishing cloth.
12.Using two pair of chain nose pliers, attach
one disc to the center of the chain using one
jump ring.
13.To evenly space the discs on the chain, you
can count the links of chain between where
you attach the discs. Use jump rings to
attach the other two discs to the chain.
To open and close jump rings,
with two pair of chain nose
pliers pointing up, hold the jump
ring with the opening at the top. Roll
one of your wrists away from you and
your other wrist towards you. Opening
the jump ring only as much as needed.
To close the jump ring; hold it the same
way and roll your wrists in the opposite
direction. Think of holding a piece of
paper and tearing it! Never pull the
jump rings out, this will weaken the
metal, and it will be difficult to close
the jump ring.