New book from Art Jewelry contributor
Inspired Wire teaches readers how to start at the very basics of wirework and move to the principles of hand sculpting elegant jewelry.
Published: April 11, 2008
WAUKESHA, WI -- Through 36 breathtaking wire jewelry projects, readers will gain a refreshing understanding of the skills needed to create dimensional shapes. Inspired Wire author, Cynthia B. Wuller, teaches readers how to twist, jig, bend, hammer, and wrap wire into gorgeous jewelry.
Preview a portion of the book here (PDF).
A complete and easy-to-follow Basics section and tools reference serve as fundamental starting points for creating wire jewelry such as rings, link and bangle bracelets, necklaces, lariats, and earrings.
Readers will begin with easy projects and advance to more intricate projects by adding more techniques and skills with clear instructions and step-by-step photos.
About the author
Cynthia B. Wuller's love of enchanting stories has always inspired her to create works reflecting those fanciful ideals. The urge to learn and create is the basis of her well-rounded art background, which includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Cynthia is a contributor to Art Jewelry and BeadStyle magazines.
Her work can also be found in a number of books, such as Easy Beading Volume 4, The Art of Jewelry: Paper Jewelry, The Art of Jewelry: Wood, and Beading with Pearls.
Inspired Wire is available in bookstores and direct from Kalmbach Publishing Co. for $21.95. To order the book direct, call (800) 533-6644, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time or on the Web at www.kalmbachstore.com.
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