# Helix Profiles

### **Step 1**: Create circles

Create the first curve for the sweep:

* Under the **Circle** button, use **Diameter command.** 

![](https://www.rhinoartisan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Circle_Command-1-1024x235.png)

* Set the first point.

![](https://www.rhinoartisan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/FirstPoint-1024x576.png)

* Activate Ortho mode, set the second point. Type  **1.50 millimeters** for the outer tip. Use the **perspective view.**

![](https://www.rhinoartisan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/End-Point-1024x576.png)

### **Step 2**: Visibility

Hide the basket and the gem using the **Hide** command or the **outliner** for better visibility.

![](https://www.rhinoartisan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Hide.png)

### **Step 3**: Create a new curve

Create another **Diameter** curve, this time set to **2.5 millimeters**. From the **right view**, position the second curve for **perfect alignment**.

![](https://www.rhinoartisan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Rigt.png)

 

### **Video Lesson**

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**Next Step**: Perform a sweep to create the shank.