Step by step instructions on how to make copper wire wrapped beads using 100% copper wire.
Sliding Knot
recently started using some cotton cord in my jewelry making, but I have never made a sliding knot. I ran across a tutorial for making sliding knots, and I thought maybe some of my readers would be interested in
How to Age Paper with Coffee in Six Easy Steps
I’ve had several people ask me how to make paper look aged since I posted my paper wire wrapped bead…
Box Chain Necklace
This is a very heavy chain, made with 5.5mm hand cut 16 gauge copper jumprings, and a hand-formed hook clasp made from 14 gauge copper wire. Once it was finished I
How to Determine Bracelet Size
When making a bracelet with a certain person in mind. You will first take the measurement of their wrist, then add 9/16 inch to that. Now figure the total length of the closure you will…..
Decorate For Winter With This Adorable…
Decorate for winter with this adorable polymer clay snowman. Linda Peterson has put together a wonderful….
Necklace Length’s
When making a necklace there are a few thing you might want to take into consideration, before deciding on the length for your necklace. Although there are standard length’s for necklaces, depending on the
Metal Smithing Tutorials
Wired Up Beads…Free tutorials. Some basic, and some wire work. But the ones I found that I like are the metal smithing ones.
So Cool!!! Vintage Suitcase
With a good imagination you could come up with all kinds of cool ideas to repurpose old suitcases. Here are just a few really neat ways to upcycle those old vintage suitcases, that I have ran across, and thought that I would share with you.
Copper Wire Wrapped Paper Bead Tutorial
This tutorial will show you how to make copper wire wrapped paper beads with aged paper from an old book. You can make unique wire jewelry by using these copper wire wrapped paper beads. Tools you will need: Round nose pliers, flush cutters, chain nose pliers, ruler, copper wire 18ga. & 20ga., paint brush, some kind of adhesive sealant and protector for decoupage (such as Mod Podge or Liquitex), and an old book with aged pages.