Wire and bead ideas wanted

Jan 24, 2006 3 Replies

I'd like some ideas for things i can make with sterling silver wires and crystal beads, especially swarovsky bicones, i LOVE them!



I've made quite a few pieces of jewelry with these, combining chain with wire, connecting, wrapping, hammering, etc... and experimented with making my own findings such as earwires and headpins. I got SO excited first time i made headpins with a torch, this is FUN! :-) The ones where the ball didn't come out quite round i hammered flat and they look really cool, too.



I'm very much a beginner, but feel quite a passion with this new hobby. I don't sell, i just give stuff away to family and friends.



Any ideas for jewelry and other items as well? I love to look at pictures of handmade things, any links appreciated very much! Thanks.


MaryLou,

There are hundreds of wire patterns at

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Barbara

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eBay & Justbeads:penguintrax crystal beads, especially swarovsky bicones, i LOVE them!

Mary Lou, There's also a relatively new book out called "Glass Beads and Wire" or something like that. Check Amazon or Powell's. Patti

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