Overview

When I found Scary Weave on M.A.I.L. I also found Honey Bee by Corvus. This member of the European, Persian and Rhino families is an interesting variant of Scary Weave, created by joining the units in a more simplistic way. I decided to try making this weave as I liked the Scary Weave units and wanted to see how this would work. If you want to try and make this yourself, I recommend this tutorial by Corvus as I found it very helpful.

Materials

For the sample piece showcased in this post, I made the rings myself. I used 16 SWG Bright Aluminum wire from The Ring Lord coiled around an 8mm mandrel (for an approximate ID of 8mm) for an approximate AR of 4.9.

Notes

The Honey Bee weave offers a mostly straightforward understanding and creation process. It boasts a striking appearance, particularly when under tension, although the end units may appear somewhat sloppy. However, the sloppy ends have less impact if the chain is lengthened or turned into a closed loop. It is well-suited for bracelets and chokers due to its flat and broad cross-section. However, unlike other weaves with similar cross-sections, it is not well suited for use as a strap due to stability at its sides. I advise caution with the individual units before joining, as, in my experience, the units are unstable alone. When I dropped units, I occasionally had to take them apart and re-make them. Compared to the Scary Weave from which it derives, the more direct method of joining units enhances stability, addressing a significant issue I have with Scary Weave. With aesthetics similar to Scary Weave and the addition of stability, I highly recommend you learn how to create this weave.

Pictures

Vertical

Vertical: Profile

Flat

Flat: Profile

In Process