الجمعة، 6 سبتمبر 2013

Learning How To Make 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.

The project to be undertaken will have to be chosen beforehand to be able to know the several steps to be done afterward. The choice of materials is also dependent on this first step because a particular design has its distinct requirements. New types of wires should be utilized each time a new project is 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.

The size is also another consideration to make because if for instance the thin ones will be used, then extra care is needed for being very delicate and could easily break. Rings, tiny chains and bead works can be pulled together with this type. The thick ones are used for thicker chains and heavy stones or beads and also for experimenting.

If the particular project and the materials that are going to be used are already chosen, then the time for picking the tools will follow. Get some good cutters as they will make very effective hand savers especially when there is a need to wrap loops. Pliers could help in making the tedious and repetitive work simpler and use hammers to flatten.

Be creative in making the project and think of designs which have not been imagined before. Make things beyond wrapping stones as there are also other techniques like coiling or weaving and even a crochet is possible. There are other designs that incorporate beads and other metals as well as filigrees and a lot more.

Moreover, do no hesitate to experiment in making different shapes because if this is done, then eventually skills will be developed. Make ring bands with the heavier gauge or the round type and twisted ones can also be created by simply using pliers and a drill. There is also the square type which creates a sparkling illusion because it could easily pick up light.

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.

After knowing all these tips, making a personally handmade wire jewelry could be fun and exciting. But one additional tip is to stay away from materials made of nickel as it has the tendency to cause allergic reactions. Experimentation is also the key in finding out what is best for the project.




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