Search results matching tag 'wire'

GRAND OPENING

Nix Creations — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:37:28 GMT

I have created a new site for my work. Feel free to check it out. I work with several mediums and techniques.

www.thegearheadfactory.com

Matthew Nix

New Crafting Blog

Nix Creations — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 06:47:18 GMT

I started a blog a few weeks ago. I added some new entries tonight. I have a few more I want to add soon. I am blogging about my work and what I offer. I also am going to blog about interesting stuff besides jewelry. I also blog about other artists work. I am currently looking for artists to feature on my blog. I am offering my time and free advertisement. Please check out my crafting blog and let me know if you might be interested. I will consider all inquires but all will not be approved. If you do quality work... you have a better chance of being blogged. Sorry... don't know how to put it politely. I'm very busy but try to set time aside to blog. I want to blog about quality... not quantity. There are many factors that come into play. I'm new at blogging and hope my upcoming entries will be of some interest.

My new blog...

http://crazyaboutcrafting.wordpress.com/

Matthew Nix

Looking for a few great books!!

IBBeadin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:48:56 GMT

I am looking jewelry-making books on all aspects of the craft. Seed Beads, Wire Working, Pearls, General, Crystal, etc. Does anyone have any recommendations? I read the reviews on Amazon but I am never too sure of those so I figured I would ask here.

Thanks,

Jeanne

Re: Knotting vs stringing pearls on wire

BeadyBead — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 15:01:39 GMT

Hi lindydonna, The main difference between silk thread and wire is that silk is highly absorbent while wire is not. Dirt accumulated in the drill holes due to the use of wire will result in quality pearls losing their luster. This problem is greatly reduced when quality pearls are strung on silk thread. When the thread becomes dirty or if spaces between the pearl and knot occur, it is time to restring the necklace. As Russ Nobbs had mentioned, knotted necklace should be restrung depending on how often the wearer wears it. There are a variety of materials to knot pearls. Pure silk could be used if you are stringing high quality pearls. Pearl silk is also available now, being a blend of pure silk and polyester thread. For mineral and imitation pearls, you could use polyester thread, nylon thread or a mix of both these materials, called "stringth" thread. Also, a fully knotted pearl necklace has the advantage of not spilling the pearls everywhere should it snap; only one pearl would slip out if that were the case. I hope this information is useful to you! All the best in your stringing endeavors.

What crimp tubes to use with what size wire?

kiwi3806 — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 01:48:00 GMT

In need of help:

I have made a couple bracelets only to have them break apart. I suspect it's because I'm not using the appropriate sized crimp tubes with the corresponding wire sizes. Can someone break this down for me like I'm a 2yr old, maybe some sort of table, and save me from stringing...and then re-stringing?

Thanks in advance,

Kiwi

Set "Australian Sunset"

Shewolf — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 15:34:59 GMT

Hello every body, this is my work:

Where have you sold your jewelry?

jojosjewelry — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 01:46:11 GMT

For me it was at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center in Fullerton. This is great for anyone who has their own art to sell and doesn’t want to pay a big booth fee. Their shows are the 2nd Sunday of every month now through October. I did very well there. Another good place would be The Blue Orchid flower shop in Orange. Their booth fee there is 45 dollars and their shows are the first Saturday of every month. I tried the swap meet, but didn’t do well. I'd love to hear where you sold and what kind of luck you had.

Thank you! Jojo

my 2. Book launched on 28.07.2008 in Jakarta ,Indonesia

nilma — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 19:40:04 GMT

Thanks God.... and all of you.. to motivation me, make this 2. Book in Indonesia language

Aksesoris Pengantin dengan teknik wireworking

"Bridal Jewellery with technic wireworking"

nilma hoffmann

http://www.jegesjewelry.multiply.com

Re: Plated Sterling Wire or Solid

amyjug6 — Tue, 13 May 2008 20:38:23 GMT

I have used Artistic Wire's Silver Non-Tarnish 20G wire with success for a lot less expense than Sterling Wire. Granted, it will scratch if handled roughly so you must use nylon tipped pliers to manipulate the wire. I've been working with Artistic Wire for about 6 months and and satisfied with the results. The Brass Non-Tarnish wire is a good substitute for gold wire.

Avoid A.W.'s Bare Copper wire - it looks great on the spool but quickly tarnishes, turning dark brown very quickly.

Breaking Necklaces

L.E. Designs — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:08:46 GMT

I have been having problems with my jewelry breaking (mostly necklaces)-- the wire that I'm using is snapping in random places (it is a nylon monofilament). Can anyone suggest a specific brand that is known for its strength? I'm about to launch the web site for my company, and I don't want this to continue to happen! Thanks!