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Jewelry: Swirls of turquoise...
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Swirls of turquoise...

Learn It

This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
Wire-Wrapped Stones, Crystals & Clusters »

Instructions

Careful & patient wrapping around the bead will lead to smoother results :)

Difficulty:

Category: Jewelry

Type of item: Accessory

For: Women

Style: Retro / Vintage, Casual, Romantic, Whimsical


Materials

10 mm turquoise beads, 20 & 26 gauge wires, earwires

What was your inspiration?

The gazillion beads sitting on my table :))

What are you most proud of?

My first project of this kind, and I am glad they turned out the way I wanted them to!

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Larger beads make it easier

 

12 comments

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JessicaMaude on craftsy.com
Nov 30, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I've been trying to create a version of this myself - i like it so much. Did you wrap the attachments of the beads before wrapping the closure of the frame or the other way around. I'm finding both methods pretty challenging!
Kavita on craftsy.com
Nov 30, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I did the frame first, and then attached the bead to it with the 28 gauge...
fun4me on craftsy.com
Nov 03, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Unique concept. I have never thought to use the beads sideways. Thanks so much for the idea. I have been looking at jewelry for years and this is the first time I have seen it done this way.
Kavita on craftsy.com
Nov 03, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
oh wow... i am glad you thought this idea was something new...that's great to hear, you know...thank you so much!!!
JessicaMaude on craftsy.com
Oct 29, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Oh my. I can't tell you how much I love these earrings. Amazing work!
Kavita on craftsy.com
Oct 29, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Ooohhh...thank you so much, Jessica....
Susan Bowerman on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Keep posting! I look forward to seeing what is coming next!
Kavita on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Already put something up :)) a few minutes back..
Susan Bowerman on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I'm not sure I could make them. My wirework needs help. I really look forward to seeing your future projects. Lovely!
Kavita on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I have seen some of your creations, and I know you are being modest here.... Coz they are lovely!!! And once again, thanks for the nice words... It's so good to see encouragement from fellow enthusiasts...
Susan Bowerman on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
These are amazing. I just love them. So very pretty. Nice, nice, nice!
Kavita on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Your comments are soooo encouraging, Susan....thanks a heap!!!! <3