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Monthly Archives: August 2008
Making Silver Circles
A lot of the jewelry designs I have in mind include silver circles – so I made a whole bunch in various sizes. The process I used is very similar to how band rings are made from wire. I start … Continue reading
Jewelry 101 – Making a Wrapped Loop
Wrapped loops take a bit more work than simple (open) loops, but are much more secure, especially if you work with thin wire. The tools you need are the same: Piece of wire about 2″ long (or a head pin … Continue reading
Jewelry 101 – Making a Simple Loop
One of the most basic techniques for making jewelry with wire is a simple loop. What you need: head pin, eye pin, or about 2″ long piece of 22g wire flat or chain nose pliers round nose pliers wire cutters … Continue reading
