Glossary : wirework

Wire Bail

Michelle Mach — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:09:00 GMT

Wrapped-loop bails turn side-drilled beads, usually teardrops or briolettes, into pendants. Center the bead on a 3" or longer piece of wire. Bend both ends of the wire up the sides and across the top of the bead. Bend one end straight up at the center...(read more)

Jump Rings

Michelle Mach — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:55:00 GMT

Jump rings are circles of wire that are used to connect one object to another. You may purchase jump rings or you may create your own. Opening and closing jump rings To open a jump ring, grasp each side of its opening with a pair of pliers. Don't pull...(read more)

Wire Coils

Michelle Mach — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:15:00 GMT

COIL To make a coil , use one hand to hold the end of your wire against a mandrel. With the other hand, wrap the wire around the mandrel in tight loops. To remove the coil, slide it off the mandrel and cut. Add vertical loops on either end to use the...(read more)

Wirewrapped Loops

Michelle Mach — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:12:00 GMT

WIRE-WRAPPED LOOP For a wire-wrapped loop , cut the desired length of wire and make a 90? bend 2" from one end. Use round-nose pliers to hold the wire near the angle and bend the short end up and around the pliers until it meets itself. Wrap the wire...(read more)

Wire Spiral

Knitting Daily — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:03:00 GMT

Learn how to make open and closed loop spirals and the proper tools to use for mastering this technique. Watch as Lisa from Beaducation.com shows you how to make one of her favorite shapes to incorporate into many or your designs. ...(read more)

Simple Loops

Knitting Daily — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:14:00 GMT

Join Lisa from Beaducation as she teaches the fundamentals of this basic jewelry-making skill. This class reviews what tools to use and how to make even, consistent loops every time. ...(read more)