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Wirework W/DVD : An Illustrated Guide to the Art of Wire Wrapping by Dale Cougar Armstrong (2010, Trade Paperback)

Wirework with DVD is a step-by-step guide for the intermediate artist seeking new design possibilities combined with solid technique instruction. Jewelry artists will learn how to wire-wrap using faceted stones, how to create pendants with any size or shape of faceted stone, how to use several methods for working with and setting faceted stones, plus mixing wire gauges and tempers to create stable yet creative pieces. Dale "Cougar" Armstrong showcases her classic jewelry style and shows how to create beautiful custom bracelets, necklaces, pendants, earrings, and rings. In the eighteen projects included, you'll discover how to work with half-hard wire, when to use other tempers and why, as well as Dale's favorite tools and proper tool usage. Plus, you'll get comprehensive instructions about: Using geometry in wire-jewelry formulations. Making the correct right angles. Shaping with and without mandrels. Using found items for shaping. When and how to use snap-set components. Choosing the right cabochons and gemstones. You'll find all the basic techniques discussed in Wirework with DVD on an included DVD, giving you a solid base for creating the projects in the book.

Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
"A wonderful book. I found many of the designs to be both practical as far as being wearable and attractive, not your typical wire wrapped jewelry." - About.com Guide to Sewing
Lccn
2008-054463
Target Audience
Trade
LeafCats
378
Dewey Decimal
739.27
Lc Classification Number
Tt212.A77 2010
Copyright Date
2010

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