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Learn how to make this Rose Ear Vine, using square wire, a 4 mm bead and simple tools!
Level of Difficulty: Beginner (Very Easy)
Total run time: 10 min 33 sec.
I’d love to see how your project turned out! Let me know in the comments section below!
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Work hardening is something you really have to watch out for when you work with wire. In this video diary, I share what happened with one of my projects when I tried to push my wire *just a little* too far.
Find out more about work hardening in “Foundation Skills: Introduction to Basic Chains”, available by clicking here.
After months of preparation, I’m happy to announce that Foundations Skills: Introduction to Wire Jewelry is now available!!
Episodes 1 to 5 have been on free preview in the Video Library for the past few months.
Foundation Skills: Introduction to Wire Jewelry introduces you to the tools, metals and types of wire you’ll need to start working on your projects. It is intended for beginners, but will also be a good refresher for people who are familiar with wire jewelry.
Topics covered in this course include:
The Sweater Test
Tools Part 1: The 8 Essential Tools
Tools Part 2: More Useful Tools
All About Wire Part 1: Metals
All About Wire Part 2: Shapes, Gauges, Tempers
How to Straighten Wire – 3 Methods
5 Tips for Minimizing Body Strain
Introduction to Square Wire
The course also includes two project videos (S-Link Chain, and Simple Hook/Beaded Hook) that will help you build your confidence in using your tools, and give you pointers on trouble spots you’ll need to watch for!
Project 001 S-Link Chain
Project 002 – Simple Hook / Beaded Hook
Register today to start your creative journey!
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What wire should you choose for your project? In this episode, you’ll learn about the different qualities of wire like shape, gauge and temper, which can impact how your design looks, how easy it is to construct and how well it will wear.
This video is part of the Foundation Skills: Introduction to Wire Jewelery course. Find out more!
Now that you have your tools, the next step is to choose your wire. In this episode you’ll learn about the different metals that are commonly used in wire jewelry.
This video is part of the Foundation Skills: Introduction to Wire Jewelery course. Find out more!
You’ve got the Essential 8 Tools. So what should you add next? In this episode Dianne talks about other tools you can add to your basic kit, as you continue your wire working journey.
This video is part of the Foundation Skills: Introduction to Wire Jewelery course. Find out more!
