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Getting Started Making Wire Jewelry and More (Getting Started series) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Linda Chandler, Christine Ritchey
Publisher: Interweave Press
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  29 reviews
Sales Rank: 43158
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 96
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 8.1 x 0.6
ISBN: 193149987X
Dewey Decimal Number: 745.5942
EAN: 9781931499873
ASIN: 193149987X
Publication Date: September 28, 2005
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Product Description
Those with interest, but absolutely no wire-working knowledge, will find this gradual guide a great introduction to every aspect of working with the enduring medium of wire. The chapters walk the aspiring craftsperson step-by-step through the entire process, from where and how to shop for wire and beads, to choosing the right kind and gauge of wire, and what tools of the trade they need to borrow or buy. No background is assumed; skills build upon each other as the book progresses. The basic jewelry components, such as loops, jump rings, findings, and connectors, are covered in turn. These lessons are then put to use with a selection of six projects, from jewelry to more unusual uses for metal embellishments such as greeting cards. Filled with lessons, tips, and resources from start to finish, this manual is a primer for the true beginner.
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 getting started making wire jewelry and more November 28, 2008
i bought this book not knowing ANYTHING about wire jewelry. this book helped me to know what tools to buy and how to get started. i've already made some simple pieces that i'm really proud of. the book is full of great step-by-step pictures and has projects that are pretty and in style. i highly recommend it!
Nice Introductory Book! October 15, 2008
Making Wire Jewelry and More by Linda Chandler and Christine Ritchey is part of the Getting Started Series from Interweave Press. This is a nice introductory book on the basics of making findings and jewelry. The first three chapters explain where to find materials, basic information on tools, wire and wire gauge, beads and an often overlooked topic, safety. Bravo to the authors for teaching beginners about being safe in crafting.
The remaining chapters teach the reader how to make jump rings, head pins, french ear wires, simple clasps, toggles, and some basic projects like bracelets, knot rings and even a wire embellished greeting card. A nice list of resources is provided at the end. The steps to creating the findings are clear and can be easily duplicated by the reader. Some things you can learn from a book because the authors include pictures you can easily follow - this is one of those books. Perfectly illustrated and written for a beginner. As an advanced jewelry maker and glass beadmaker, I picked up a few good tips from the book too!
If you're new to jewelry making and need a good resource to teach you to make basic findings, this is the book for you.
 Could be more descriptive October 2, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a really good book but I had a hard time understanding a few things. I'm a visual learner so I had to get on YouTube and watch videos on how to actually do the things they were talking about.
I recommend the book! But the pictures aren't the best and their lingo is confusing for a first-timer.
Absolutely the best beginner book on wire jewelry! A must have!!!! October 2, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I started making wire jewelry about a year ago and never got enthused because my attempts were only so, so. I purchased a couple of books and can't say that I ever really learned from them. I wish I would have purchased this book first because it has it all. Easy to follow and understand, with great step-by-step photos. It teaches you the basics and then you build from there. This book is worth a lot more than what it costs. It's the best purchase I made in a long time.
A Beginner's Must-Have August 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you are looking to start work with wire, this is the book for you. The pictures are in color, clear and close up and the authors explain each step for the simple minds. You will learn the basic starting points for every wire project and be able to build upon those skills in no time with practice. Kudos to Getting started Series!
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