Inspired Wire: Learn To Twist, Jig, Bend, Hammer and Wrap For The Prettiest Jewelry Ever

October 27, 2009 by Loretta  
Filed under Beading & Jewelry

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The book Inspired Wire teaches you to make your own wire jewelry to show off at your next cocktail and dinner party. The [...]

Fashion Your Own Wire Jewelry Kit: Create Your Own Stylish Necklaces, Bracelets, Earrings and More

October 26, 2009 by Loretta  
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The Fashion Your Own Wire Jewelry Kit is for anybody who loves to create their own jewelry. The kit includes all the tools and materials needed to produce fantastic pieces of unique wire jewelry, from earrings, necklaces to bracelets.
The kit features a full-color 40 page project book with design ideas and step-by-step instructions. Wire [...]

How to Set Up Your Own Wire Jewelry Business

October 23, 2009 by Loretta  
Filed under Beading & Jewelry, Craft Business

Making wire jewelry is a fun and fulfilling hobby. If enjoy it, you might have considered turning it into a business. After all, beautiful jewelry sells well, and what could be better than making a living doing something you love to do?
As businesses go, a jewelry business is fairly easy to set up. You can [...]

How to Wire Wrap Beaded Jewelry

October 22, 2009 by Loretta  
Filed under Beading & Jewelry

Beads and wire can be combined to make some gorgeous jewelry. The process of stringing beads on wire is simple enough. But if you’ve ever seen wire-wrapped beads, you know that they have a unique beauty.
Wire wrapping beads is much easier than it looks, and the technique can be used in a wide variety of [...]

Making Wire Jewelry: What Tools Do I Need?

October 21, 2009 by Loretta  
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Many of us enjoy wearing jewelry. But the thought of making our own might make us cringe. Stringing a basic beaded bracelet or necklace is easy enough, but what if we prefer metal jewelry like that we find in stores?
Wire jewelry can take on many forms. Some pieces are very intricate and take a great [...]

What You Need to Know about Wire

October 20, 2009 by Loretta  
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Wire is among the most popular of jewelry-making materials. It can be used in conjunction with other materials or by itself to make beautiful bracelets, necklaces, earrings and more. Although some pieces require advanced techniques, there are many that are appropriate for beginners.
Before you make your first piece of wire jewelry, it’s important to know [...]

Five Beginner’s Wire Jewelry Projects

October 19, 2009 by Loretta  
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Wire jewelry comes in many shapes and sizes, and in lots of intricate designs. But not every project requires absolute precision and knowledge of complicated techniques. There are plenty of projects that someone who has never made a piece of jewelry can do. Here are five ideas that are great for getting your feet wet.
1. [...]

Making Your Own Lampwork Beads versus Buying Them

February 21, 2009 by Loretta  
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Good handmade lampwork beads are like tiny pieces of art. They are carefully crafted for maximum beauty and resilience. They make gorgeous jewelry, and may also be used to decorate all sorts of craft items.
Jewelry makers and other heavy bead users are often interested in making their own lampwork beads. But it [...]

Basics Needed to Get Started Making Beaded Jewelry

January 30, 2009 by Loretta  
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When it comes to accessories, few are as versatile as beaded jewelry. Beaded pieces range from casual to formal, and many can be worn either way. It’s no wonder that crafters love to create beaded pieces.
There are lots of different techniques that can be used to make beaded jewelry. They range from [...]

The Difference Between Using Artistic Wire and Stretch Cord in Your Beaded Jewelry

January 27, 2009 by Loretta  
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Beaded jewelry comes in all shapes, sizes and colors. It can be casual or formal, simple or intricate. One of the most important considerations when creating a piece is whether to use cord or wire. Each material has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Benefits and Uses of Wire
Artistic wire is one of the [...]

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