# Create the Pattern

### **Step 1**: **PlaneHandle** 

Use the **PlaneHandle** on the gumball and hold **Alt** to move the circles and create a **repeating pattern**.

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

### **Step 2**: Pose the curves

Ensure that the **outer curves overlap**, and the distance between points is at least **1.5 mm**. This ensures stability once the piece is manufactured.

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

### **Step 3**: Distance

Use the **Distance** command in the **Analyze** tab to measure the distance between two intersection points.

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

### **Step 4**: Adjust 

Adjust the curves where necessary to ensure that every intersection meets the **1.5 mm** minimum distance requirement for stability.

**Video Lesson**

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**Next Step**: Create gemstones from the circles and apply the bezel set.