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mercredi 4 septembre 2013

Steps In Creating Handmade Wire Jewelry

By Helene Norris


In order to be skillful in making a handmade wire jewelry, the right material, tools as well as passion are needed. These kind of adornment can be made up of several materials of different qualities and designs that have to be put together. The following tips will be a guide along the process.

Choose a certain project that has to be done to determine the steps that should be followed after. The types of materials are also dependent on the choice as well as the tools because each project requires particular set of things. It wold be better to use a new types of wires for every design to be started.

Choose the materials prior to making any attempts of starting the project because there might then be confusion as to what will be used. Sterling silver and aluminum are the usual choices while there ate also some which are with gold or silver plated or filled. Copper has been the cheapest metal material but may still look good being colored in silver or gold with enamel coating.

Determination of the size is also critical because if the thin type will be chosen then care should be observed because it is usually delicate and prone to breakage. Use this in making some small chains or some weaving designs or rings. Use the thick types for holding heavy beads, big chains and also for some experimentation.

After determining the certain adornment and the materials that will be used, it would then be time to pick the right tools. Good cutters are always the hand savers like when wrapping loops will have to be done. The pliers are also helpful in making the tedious tasks easier and a hammer will do the spreading or the flatting.

In the actual work of making the project, creativity is needed to turn several boring materials into an intricate lovely piece. Do not be limited on just wrapping some stones but also explore on the idea of experimenting on other techniques such as coiling, weaving and crocheting. Incorporate metal studs or beads to have a more stunning design.

Do not be afraid to do some experiment in creating several shapes if it is for the reason of developing the skills. Learning how to make some ring bands using the heavier gauge or the rounded type require practice as well the making the twisted designs by using drills and pliers. The square types have the quality of reflecting more light to project an illusion of sparkle.

Another tip that would help in saving more money is by personally creating pins, jump rings or ear clasps so that these things will not have to be purchased anymore. To make a pin, the material is heated in a torch flame and is simply flattened with a hammer. To make ear clasps, mold the material into a U shape and then cut it into half for an even size.

Being guided by these basic ways, it is now possible to make a personal collection of handmade wire jewelry. But be reminded to stay way from nickel containing materials as the have been proven to cause allergies. Explore on the things that can be created and do not be limited to certain things as there are still a lot more to be explored.




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