Wire Work Shapes - Playing with Wire, Hammer and Anvil

Hey there!

I made some wire things a few months ago, and now realize that I am all out of "practice" wire. It's so easy to "waste" wire, isn't it? If you know where to get a budget friendly stock pile of good wire, let me know in the comments.

Anywho, while experimenting with some ideas, I came up with the following designs. They are made with 16 gauge craft wire, and the antique bronze is 26 gauge craft wire. They have also been hammered on my anvil, making them flatter and strengthening the wire.

A Bow. Want to create little arrows as well  :)

Wire Bow

Leaves Frames (maybe for earrings?). They are obviously not twins, more like sisters  ;)

Wire leaves frames

Chubby hearts. Should these be earrings? Not sure what to do with them...

Chubby wire hearts

Scepter, or Staff. Lots of stuff going on here. There's coiled wire, beads, wrapping, and hammered curls on the bottom.  I imagined a mage would use it to cast some spells.

Wire scepter or staff

Wire scepter or staff - full length view

Crescent moon. I added spirals in the center of this pendant.

Wire wrap crescent moon

Wire has so much potential! I can't wait to make some more intricate things with wire weaving, wrapping, etc. 

Enjoy! ッ

-meowser

Beaded Things Experimentation

Ok, so I've seen a lot of cute and awesome beaded things on pinterest, like mini pumpkins, purses, cubes, flowers, and so on. These "pinspired" beaded things come from a beaded heart I saw here and the purse here.
I had some difficulty, to say the least, because of my lack of supplies; no beading thread or cord, only 28 gauge wire, and no threading needle. I couldn't help myself though, as I saw these things and I needed to try making them with what I had! Well, you can see the results.

Beaded Heart Pendant

Oh, look at all that wire

I followed the free tutorial tutorial on http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com, which wasn't too hard (and also has tons of free tutorials, by the way),  but my heart is kind of a sad one.

No, this is not American Greetings

It looks black, but it's really dark blue. You can see the antique bronze wire all over. But I like how sturdy it is! I was trying to put a loop on top (like a bail) to be used as a charm or pendant, but I couldn't do it.
Anyway, I know this is not a wonderful creation, but at least it is possible!

Moving on to item 2, is a purse, which looks really cute on the tutorial:

Beaded Hangbag Charm

My result, however, is quite different.

Beaded Handbag (Hand bag? Purse? Whatever)

I'm all crooked!

I also acquired a model to demonstrate this creation.

I'm not sure this complements his complexion

I tried positioning the accessory differently on this model, but I think the handbag is just an utter failure.

Yes, turn away from the camera, look casual. And strike a pose!

Alas, I think my model may have been too masculine for this handbag. At least he had fun being in the middle of all of my supplies! And I had fun making these. So, even if you're lacking in some supplies, just try something with what you have and improvise. It might look like a mess, but you'll still be learning and having fun.

Enjoy!  ッ
-meowser
(Credits to Popeye for the modeling and photos)

Jewelry Making - Silver Wire Wrapped Ring with Green Beads

Hello Hello!

It's been awhile since my last post, but I have made some headway in jewelry making, especially with all the pinspirations that I've seen over the last few months. I bought a steel bench block and a hammer so I could start hammering some of my wire pieces. I also obtained more wire in different gauges so I could practice the wire wrapping within the ring. And yes, there is a kitty in the background  ^^.

The ring is adjustable, and the hammered end has hardened it and helped it keep its shape.

This is just the start for me with hammering and wire wrapping.  I can't wait to try so many other wire wrapping tutorials I've seen!

-meowser

Little S-Link Silver Wire Bracelet

I learned that I need a LOT of practice when it comes to jewelry making. I have a vision, but in the process I lose it, and just get frustrated. I'm still learning how to manipulate wire, and still need either Tool Magic or some nylon pliers so that I stop stripping the wire. In any case, I tried to make a simple bracelet for my niece today. It's a little smaller so I'm hoping it fits her nicely.

S-Link bracelet with silver wire and beads

Another view

Full circle

It's very simplistic, but I hope she likes it. What do you folks think? Suggestions, supplies, insights, commentary, anything, I need to know!! Thanks for reading ^^

-meowser

Silver Wire Wrapped Spiral Ring

Hello again! Here we go, playing with wire. I would love to do some casting, soldering, etc. but I don't have the equipment (or space, or money), so I'm sticking with wire for now to create these little accessories. I'm using 20 gauge artistic silver wire, along with round nose pliers, flat nose pliers, and side cutters. 

And today I have....(drum roll)... a wire wrapped spiral ring! See?

My spirals are not perfect, but nothing is. Don't judge!

Here's the rear view (hehehe, rear).

As you can see, it doesn't really stand up well (I mean hello, it has spirals!). So don't mind that it keeps falling to the side.

Looks a little sad here  : (

On the finger, so shiny!

I give it a thumbs up  ^^

I'm not going to try to sell this yet, but if you have feedback, ideas, comments, let me know.

Hand made bracelet using silver wire and beads

Hello! I have recently taken an interest in jewelry making. I ordered my first silver wire, tools and beads and went to work right away.  Here is the "finished" product.  Finished, of course, if it gets positive feedback.

I aimed for symmetry. Did I get it?

Another aerial photo of the bracelet.

As seen on the hand. Rockin'  \m/

Up close.

Lobster clasp.

The wire measures 7.5", however having looped the ends it cuts down the size of the bracelet. I could adjust it for whoever would want it. It's currently posted on Etsy for a modest price. I'd like to justify buying more supplies and equipment if I can at least cover costs, because I really love making jewelry so far! Please take a look, and if you fancy anything, let me know!

-meowser