Wired Beautiful

Wired Beautiful features 30+ projects that will get you excited about the many ways you can use wire in your jewelry projects. Best-selling author Heidi Boyd takes you through the ins and outs of working with wire for your jewelry designs. You''ll learn how to make wire do your bidding in four detailed chapters: Spiraled and Coiled, Linked and Hammered, Wrapped and Bundled and Knotted and Stitched. Each project includes clear step-by-step photos and detailed instructions.With Wired Beautiful, you''ll discover:• Unique techniques. Introduces traditional wire techniques, but also new methods not typically found in wire-jewelry books, such as using a knitting spool, creating cages and flower shaping.• Fresh designs and great basics. In addition to the 30+ projects—including bracelets, earrings, necklaces pendants and rings—you''ll learn basic jewelry-making techniques you can use in your own designs.• Easy-to-find materials. You''ll be introduced to a range of materials you can easily find at your favorite online and local craft supply retailers.Let Wired Beautiful wrap you up in great jewelry!