Charming Chainmaille

Where did the sunshine go? I woke up this morning to dark grey skies and drizzle. So to cheer my day up I logged onto Artfire to check out new listings and the first item I saw, top of the front page was a beautiful hand crafted chainmaille necklace. It really lifted my spirits to see such an unusual piece...

LeafLee was the creator of that item and this is it. I think it is gorgeous! From it's flattering V shaped lines to the materials used to make it, it is just fabulous. Did you notice yet that it is made from recycled soda can ring pulls?

This lead me to searching for more chainmaille items. Barbs Designs created this rainbow coloured full Persian style bracelet. It's so pretty and just the right for brightening up a grey day like today.

Marion's Dream Works presents these very elegant and stylish Tetra orb chainmaille earrings. They are made from solid silver wire and Capri Blue Swarovski Crystals. They would suit all occasions.

This bracelet from Carol's Creations in some ways reminds me of beautiful serpent skin. The way the chainmaille links are fitted together creates a pattern that echoes the shapes found on the most regal snakes skin.

This very fine detailed sterling and pearl necklace from Red Panda shows so perfectly that chainmaille isn't all just about big bold chunky pieces. They can be delicate chic looking pieces like this. Utterly stunning!

Chainmaille comes in many shapes and sizes and after checking out what was on offer for sale at Artfire this morning I think there really is something there for everyone, from those that want a large statement piece to wear through to someone that wants something simple and elegant. There are items for men, women and children. Chainmaille is so versatile and as you can see from the above items the masters of the craft can create the most gorgeous jewellery with it. It has really lifted my day writing this article. Thank you all you chainmaille artisans.

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I found these unusual earrings in A~Z Jewelry Design's shop. I've never seen anything like the purple conglomerate jasper stones used. I like the individuality of them. Very funky and fun.

Miss Black Pepper designs repeat patterns that can be used on a small scale by crafts people to brighten up their websites, or even be printed in small runs onto fabric for use. What a great idea!

This beautifully hand crafted baby Kimono is from Sew Classic. It's so pretty and versatile. Baby's have a habit of growing fast, so the adjustable tie fastenings on this mean it can grow with them.

Chainmaille by MBOI is a company run by husband and wife team Andrew and Kimberly. Their whole site is full of gorgeous pieces like the one above. Surf around and take a look.

Fuzzy Lumpkin Crochet is the maker of this rainbow of colours brooch. It's so cheerful that to wear it would be sure to cause a happy glow inside. The buttons just finish it off perfectly.

So all you lovely sponsors, thank you again for listing your ad's in out ad block. We really do appreciate your support. I hope that our readers come and visit all your shops, as they really do contain some beautiful work. You're a very talented bunch.

Written by Lynne of PiratePixieCrew and Hyperloop Hoops