New PDF release: Wirework: An Illustrated Guide to the Art of Wire Wrapping

Intermediate jewellery artists looking new layout percentages can examine step by step directions on tips on how to wire-wrap utilizing faceted stones, the way to create pendants with any dimension or form or faceted stone, tips on how to use numerous tools of operating with and surroundings faceted stones, plus blending twine gauges and tempers to create sturdy and inventive pieces.

In Wirework, Dale "Cougar" Armstrong showcases her vintage jewellery variety and indicates the best way to create appealing customized bracelets, necklaces, pendants, rings, and earrings in 18 initiatives. you will learn:

• how to paintings with half-hard cord; whilst to take advantage of different tempers and why
• Dale's favourite instruments and correct software usage
• using geometry in wire-jewelry capabilities; making the "right" correct angles; shaping with and with out mandrels; utilizing "found" goods for shaping; whilst and the way to take advantage of snap-set parts; selecting the best cabochons and gemstones

Wirework will problem artists to be artistic, imagine outdoors the field, and rework jewellery into their very own style.