Reviews"The new Getting Started series...promise(s) not to leave the 'newbie' wondering what to do next." -- Craftrends "A lovely, concise book, with great practical pictures, up-to-date ideas, and a good combination of basic skills and...challenging stuff." -- Bead Society of Great Britain Newsletter "This is a good little book for someone totally new to wire jewelry making" -- About.com Guide to Jewelry Making "Will suit those with interest but absolutely no knowledge of wire-working. It's a smart, gradual guide." -- Get Creative, "The new Getting Started series...promise(s) not to leave the 'newbie' wondering what to do next." - Craftrends "A lovely, concise book, with great practical pictures, up-to-date ideas, and a good combination of basic skills and...challenging stuff." - Bead Society of Great Britain Newsletter "This is a good little book for someone totally new to wire jewelry making" - &break;About.com Guide to Jewelry Making "Will suit those with interest but absolutely no knowledge of wire-working. It's a smart, gradual guide." - Get Creative, "Will suit those with interest but absolutely no knowledge of wire-working. It's a smart, gradual guide." -Get Creative, "The new Getting Started series...promise(s) not to leave the 'newbie' wondering what to do next." — Craftrends "A lovely, concise book, with great practical pictures, up-to-date ideas, and a good combination of basic skills and...challenging stuff." — Bead Society of Great Britain Newsletter "This is a good little book for someone totally new to wire jewelry making" — About.com Guide to Jewelry Making "Will suit those with interest but absolutely no knowledge of wire-working. It's a smart, gradual guide." — Get Creative, "The new Getting Started series...promise(s) not to leave the 'newbie' wondering what to do next." -Craftrends, "A lovely, concise book, with great practical pictures, up-to-date ideas, and a good combination of basic skills and...challenging stuff." --"Bead Society of Great Britain Newsletter", "This is a good little book for someone totally new to wire jewelry making" -- About.com Guide to Jewelry Making, "This is a good little book for someone totally new to wire jewelry making" - About.com Guide to Jewelry Making, "A lovely, concise book, with great practical pictures, up-to-date ideas, and a good combination of basic skills and...challenging stuff." -Bead Society of Great Britain Newsletter, "The new Getting Started series...promise(s) not to leave the 'newbie' wondering what to do next." --"Craftrends"
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal745.594/2
SynopsisThose with interest, but absolutely no wire-working knowledge, will find this gradual guide a great introduction to every aspect of working with the enduring medium of wire. The chapters walk the aspiring craftsperson step-by-step through the entire process, from where and how to shop for wire and beads, to choosing the right kind and gauge of wire, and what tools of the trade they need to borrow or buy. No background is assumed; skills build upon each other as the book progresses. The basic jewelry components, such as loops, jump rings, findings, and connectors, are covered in turn. These lessons are then put to use with a selection of six projects, from jewelry to more unusual uses for metal embellishments such as greeting cards. Filled with lessons, tips, and resources from start to finish, this manual is a primer for the true beginner., Let Getting Started Making Wire Jewelry walk you through the process step-by-step, from shopping to beautiful finished pieces., Love the idea of making handcrafted wire jewelry but just don't know how to begin? Grab a copy of Getting Started Making Wire Jewelry and start learning! More than 100 color photographs and illustrations walk you, step by step, from where and how to shop for wire and beads, choosing the right kind and gauge of wire, to what tools-of-the-trade you'll need to borrow or buy. You'll learn how to make basic jewelry components such as loops, jump rings, findings, and connectors and then create one or all of the 6 projects including earrings, rings, a bracelet - or decorated cards. An abundance of tips and resources will keep those ideas flowing.With this book as your guide, you'll master the art of creating beautiful wire jewelry and gifts in no time!