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Wire Wrapped Cross Tutorial

Tools and Supplies A 6″ piece of 16ga or 18ga round, soft wire for frame 12 or so inches of half round, half hard, 16ga wire Round nose pliers Square or Chain nose pliers Wire cutters Chasing hammer Small file … Continue reading

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My Wirework Magazine Feature Spring 2014

We went upstate this weekend for a partial move to our new home in Smyrna, NY.  We’re moving in stages and having mail delivered to the post office there.  It was a nice surprise to find my copy of the … Continue reading

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How to Dress up a Donut with a Wireweave Bail

Donuts (not the kind you eat) are fun, instant, jewelry components that look great as a focal or all by themselves on a cord.  Here’s a way to create a bail for any type of donut whether it’s made of … Continue reading

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Mad About Metal

There is something about working with metals.  Learning to manipulate it to create so many different shapes and textures has become an obsession.  And though I’ve yet to use my jewelry saw or solder, I’ve managed to cut it, etched … Continue reading

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How I designed my etched bracelet

Since my last etched bracelet is reserved for a “potential” customer, I felt the need to make another one.  This one is just one sold piece – I just wanted to etch a design to see how it would turn … Continue reading

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