KNOT RING - PROJECT SHEET

A simple wire work trick creates an intricate looking ring with a knotted centre. Made in a thin round wire this ring is unusual but delicate and will test your forming and finishing skills.

To complete this project you will need:

MATERIALS

• Round wire in 1.5mm diameter. Silver, gold, copper or brass will work. You’ll need about 16cm - 20cm.

TOOL KIT ESSENTIALS

•    Ruler  •    Scribe •    Piercing saw, bench peg and saw blades. 3/0 or 2/0 •    Needle files -a small flat and a half round are essential. A barrette or knife edge and a round file are useful •    Emery paper in 800 and 1000 grit •    Soldering kit •    Hide, plastic or wood hammer •    Round nose pliers •    Flat nose pliers •    Half round pliers •    Ring mandrel •    Polish and finishing media of your choice