Wire Style Book by D Peck Techniques Working Wire Jewelry & 50 Designs *

Description

Wire jewelry is one of the hottest trends in jewelry making.
Wire Style, from the editor of Step by Step Wire Jewelry magazine, is a collection of fifty contemporary, stylish and absolutely wearable designs from an array of top designers in the field.
Begin with a primer on basic tools and techniques for getting started, then launch right into chic, beautiful designs for bracelets, necklaces, earrings and pendants handpicked from a collection of top jewelry designers.
Each project features a comprehensive materials list and thorough step-by-step instructions.
Fundamental wire-working techniques are explained in detail, including wire-wrapping, weaving, coiling, chain making, hammering, texturing and oxidizing.
Readers will also learn how to wire-wrap found objects, make chain mail, create spirals, straighten wire properly, pierce, cut, make jumprings, make earwires and create clasps.
Projects are constructed with a range of materials, from precious metals to plated and colored wire for an eclectic mix of funky and fabulous designs.
Various types of wire and chain are mixed up with stones, beads and cords for an interesting and assorted collection of designs.
Wire Style has everything you need to know to begin your journey or to perfect your wire-working skills.
Softcover, full color, 119 pages
Book size: 8-1/2" x 10-1/4"
Level: All skill levels