Free Projects : Wirework

Caramel Swirl Bracelet

Tricia G. — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:51:00 GMT

Spiral copper wire in a unique pattern, and pair it with delectable lampwork beads.
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Clever Connections Necklace

Tricia G. — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:21:00 GMT

Companion to Katie’s Beading Secrets, Beadwork, December 2009/January 2010.
Custom focals made with resin are heartfelt gifts at any time of year. Dip into your paper-crafting stash to make each one as unique as its recipient. Colorful glass beads and peyote-stitched rings combine with metal chain to complete the handmade look.
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Treasures of Atlantis Earrings

Michelle M. — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:22:00 GMT

These earrings coordinate with the Treasures of Atlantis necklace, the winning entry in our 2009 Semiprecious Stone Challenge, on page 24 of the September–October issue of Step by Step Beads. Clusters of freshwater gray pearls and gemstones (labradorite and hematite) add movement to simple dangles....(read more)

California Dreaming

Michelle M. — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 09:58:00 GMT

Create an original bracelet by adding your favorite charms and beads to a piece of chain. Designer Lea Worcester believes that people who grow up on or near the Pacific Coast will always be linked to the sight, smell, feel, and ambient sound of the ocean. This bracelet is one way that beach lovers can keep the sea close to them, no matter where they are. Originally published in Stringing Spring 2005, ...(read more)

Sweetheart

Michelle M. — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:11:00 GMT

While playing with ideas for bridesmaids' jewelry for her upcoming wedding, Abbie made this lovely necklace with pink glass, freshwater rice pearls, black cable chain, a heart-shaped sterling silver toggle clasp, and a pink glass briolette with a bail for the center pendant. Pearls are always perfect for weddings, and the black chain and wire make the necklace both dramatic and romantic. This project was originally published in Stringing Spring 2005....(read more)

Charming Dream Necklace

tbeard — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:26:00 GMT

Herringbone tubes meet trendy charm accents in this quick, fashionable design that has hidden meanings: To reinforce the dream theme, Katie chose purple tones for creativity, a hummingbird charm for moving forward, and an eye charm for insight....(read more)

Champagne Wishes Bangle

Michelle M. — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 06:53:00 GMT

Wrap champagne-colored cubic zirconia beads on the frame with gold-filled wire around this pretty bangle. Attach embellishing beads with jump rings. This project from Step by Step Wire Jewelry with step-by-step photos will be free for a limited time....(read more)

Loop de Loop Bangle

Michelle M. — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:48:00 GMT

Make a fun wire bangle with crystals and two sterling bangle bracelets. Connect the bracelets with silver craft wire and leftover crystals from your stash for an eyecatching and affordable accessory. This project from Step by Step Wire Jewelry will be free for a limited time....(read more)

Garnets Galore

Michelle M. — Fri, 08 May 2009 08:44:00 GMT

Create this eye-catching pendant with basic tools and skills. Easy to customize, you can use a variety of beads and gemstones to achieve your own individual look. This design is simple enough for a day at work and fun enough to effortlessly take you from the office to a night on the town! The finished piece measures 17"-18", but the length can be easily customized by increasing or decreasing the length of the chain. This project from Step by Step Wire Jewelry will be free for a limited time....(read more)

Making Wire Jewelry: 6 Free Wire Designs from Beading Daily

Michelle M. — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 06:37:00 GMT

This free ebook Making Wire Jewelry: 6 Free Wire Designs from Beading Daily contains 6 wirework projects: 2 necklaces using wirewrapped loops, 1 wire bangle bracelet covered with coiled wire and bead dangles, 2 pairs of wire earrings, and 1 wirewrapped ring. Projects range in difficulty from beginner to intermediate and use a variety of wireworking techniques, including spirals, coiling, wirewrapping, hammering, and twisting wire....(read more)

Perfect Pinwheels Necklace

Michelle M. — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:15:00 GMT

Katie Hacker went daisy crazy with this artsy, asymmetrical design. Beyond providing transitions between the wire-wrapped focal section and the ladder-stitched ends, the pinwheels also punctuate the necklace with color and provide dramatic places for the eye to rest while taking in the entire design. This is a companion project to Katie's Beading Secrets in the April/May 2009 issue of Beadwork....(read more)

Copper Caper Earrings

Michelle M. — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 17:27:00 GMT

Combine copper and silver for a modern pair of earrings. Instructions for the matching multistrand necklace may be found in the March/April 2009 issue of Step by Step Beads....(read more)

Perfect Finish

Michelle M. — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:43:00 GMT

A follow up to her Trichinopoly Chainwork tutorial in the winter 2009 issue of Step by Step Wire Jewelry, Kathleen shows us unique ways to embellish and finish Viking Knit. ...(read more)

Stud Earrings

Michelle M. — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:48:00 GMT

Using a great spiraling technique, Jeanette creates these dainty posted earrings with balled headpins at 18-gauge wire. Oxidize them with liver-of-sulfur to bring out some personality! This project is from Step by Step Wire Jewelry and will be free for a limited time. ...(read more)

Heart of Glass

Michelle M. — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:00:00 GMT

A lampworked bumpy glass donut takes center stage in this fast and easy necklace design from Stringing magazine. ...(read more)