Jewelry always attracts with its beauty and expressiveness. They emphasize the image and give the appearance elegance. Usually jewelry is an integral part of a woman's outfit. But there are also men's versions of stylish designer products. They stand out for their brutal appearance.
On the shelves of jewelry stores you can find a huge assortment of rings, earrings, and necklaces. There are products made from different metals, with various inserts and decorative elements. There is also a choice in price categories. But shopping is not the only way to purchase accessories. You can make them yourself.
We will share an interesting and fairly easy-to-follow method of making a ring from ordinary nuts This decoration can be made discreet, suitable for a man. Or you can decorate it so that it becomes a bright addition to a woman’s outfit. Such a gift will leave pleasant memories and will always delight its owner and the people around him.
Materials and tools for manufacturing
Before starting the main stage of work, you should carefully study the job description. And also select the appropriate set of tools and materials that will be needed in the process of manufacturing a decorative part.
To implement the idea, you will need to purchase the following set.
- screw required size. You should choose several sizes smaller than the diameter of your finger. The outer diameter will be reduced in the final stage, so it is better to take the thickness of the metal with a margin. When choosing a material, it is better to give preference to stainless steel so that the ring does not oxidize.
- Gas-burner to heat the material.
- Knitting wire, able to withstand high temperatures.
- Bulgarian.
- File, grinder with a set of sandpaper and GOI paste to give the desired shape.
- Millimeter ruler or caliper. For convenience and accuracy of measurement, you can use an electronic device.
- Vise for clamping the part. It is recommended to prepare for the lips nozzles made of metal sheets. They will help prevent mechanical damage during work.
If desired, some instruments can be rented or borrowed from friends. You don't need a lot of time or special skills to work. All steps described in the instructions must be followed. And as a result, get a beautiful ring made by yourself.
You may not get the desired result on the first try. It’s worth trying and honing your acquired skills until the product meets your wishes.
IMPORTANT! Follow safety precautions, take your time, perform all actions carefully and without sudden movements.
How to make a ring from a nut
After you have prepared all the necessary tools, you can begin the manufacturing process itself. For work prepare your workplace, remove all unnecessary parts and free up space for safety. Get to work, following all points of the proposed instructions.
IMPORTANT! Provide yourself with personal protective equipment to safely carry out all stages of work on the decoration.
Completing of the work
- Thread the tie wire through the nut and fasten the ends together. Fix the workpiece and begin to calcinate it with a gas burner until the characteristic crimson color appears.
- Leave the metal to cool until it acquires its usual metallic shine.
- After this, secure the part in a vice, having previously protected the lips with a cover. Using a grinder, cut in half or at an angle. It is necessary to obtain the desired width of the future ring.
- Using a round file, sand the inside, removing the threads and increasing the inside diameter to fit the pin. Try on the ring during processing.
ADVICE! If the jewelry does not go through, do not forcefully put it on. Get the size you need. But you shouldn’t oversize, otherwise it won’t fit on your finger.
- Do the same with the outside until it has a rounded shape and the desired thickness. Make sure you grind evenly so that the ring is symmetrical and takes on even shape.
- After giving a similar shape, clean and sand the part.
- To add strength and improve quality, heat the product again. First cool it in oil, after the second heating - in cold water.
- At the final stage, add shine to the ring using GOI paste and felt.
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