You are one of the few people who's video has actually helped.I often find videos that are not zoomed in enough, and/or the person's fingers are in the way.
Your attention to detail in handling the metal wire and the patience you exhibit through each step of creating a wire loop reveals something about your technique that dozens of other loop making videos have failed to show me- a passion that combines a sense of pride and discipline in creating flawless, consistent, and precision -bent loops every single time. There was a piece of advice you shared that I have not heard anywhere else, and that was at the end of the video - to take that extra step and inspect your wire loop for imperfections caused by the tools in the loop-making process - and to easily and quickly sand them down - As a perfectionist who has created more eye pins that I can count, I have thrown dozens away and started over due to minor defects I have created during my loop-making process. I am ashamed for not realizing how simple of a fix it could have been for me to remedy this situation every time. I am beyond grateful for having come across your video! Thank you for your excellent tutorial. Please keep making videos!!! Take care Love! ❤️ Edited **** I just read your “about” page- and I am deeply heartbroken to hear that you have been confronted with such severe health-related issues. I am deeply saddened that you have chosen to close your store and no longer make videos, but I am inspirited and driven by your strength and courage to make those very difficult decisions that allowed you to put yourself first. You are your #1 - never forget that caring for yourself is of utmost importance, as your life is all you have to give to this world - and you are someone that makes this world a better place just by being a part of it, by being you. Thank you again for revealing your beautiful soul in such a way that has inspired me on many levels. May you find peace and comfort in the journey that lies ahead. I hope, with all of my heart, that each day greets you with a reason to smile, with love in your heart, and love all around you. All my Love is Yours ❤️❤️take care❤️❤️
I was never able to make a nice circle when doing my wraps. I somehow, even through watched plenty of videos on wire wrapping, missed the part where the loop has to sit on top of the lower wire equally, or in the middle. THANK YOU!! FINALLY!!! Now on to make my pretty wraps!!!
Thank you so much. I'm finally starting to post again so I hope you'll check out How to Make a Wire Wrapped Loop Part II - Making a wrapped loop above a bead.
I am doing this on top of some beads and the wire is the head pin. I wish you would show this with beads below it with the secret to making this loop be nice and close to the bead.
Hi, I really enjoy your videos and your teaching style thank you so much. I'm never really satisfied with the end of the wire. The point where I cut the wire and tuck it in still seems to have a sharp edge. Can you tell me what I'm doing wrong, and do you have any tips for me please.
Glad you enjoyed the video. First, not all wire cutters are created equal. Super flush cutters are best as they give the cleanest cut. Flush cutters are next, followed by bevel edge cutters. When you cut into a wire with your flush cutters, one side of the cut will be better than the other. Have a look at my video on how to use flush cutters to see what I mean by that. Also, invest in a decent set of flush cutters/super flush cutters and only use them for cutting non-ferrous metal. Do not use the same cutters for stainless steel wire and other softer wires. Stainless steel is much harder and some cutters are not meant for this material at all. Keep your cutters clean and only use them for the materials and gauge wire they are made for. When I make earring wires, I always use a cup burr and some fine sandpaper to ensure the edges of the wire are softened. If you can feel a pointy edge after tucking in a wire, try burnishing the edge with the side of your chain nose pliers. If you still have issues, try smoothing the edges of the wire with a 800-1000 grit sandpaper before tucking them in. Good luck!
Not sure I'm following you. The tail end of the wire doesn't thread through the loop. When you wrap the tail around the pliers, it actually remains in front of the created loop. Hope this helps.
You are correct. The headpin next to them showing the wire wrapped loop is the focus of this video. Check out the video on how to make a wire wrapped loop above a bead and how to make ear wires for how to make earrings like in the picture.
Dead soft wire is easy to work with, especially for a wire knitter like me. It can be work hardened as I need to and is extremely forgiving. Dead soft wire is different from lead solder. Here's an article from the Rio Grande website. They are a reliable source of information for jewelry makers. www.riogrande.com/article?name=UnderstandingMetalHardness
This video was filmed at the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation, where I once had a studio. It is a public building with high ceilings so sound travels. Future videos will be done in a quieter location.
Hey Margaret. That video was recorded three years ago when my studio was in a public building with wicked acoustics. Sorry the background noise was distracting. Just published How to Make A Wire Wrapped Loop Part II: How to make a wrapped loop above a bead. This time I filmed here at home. You should find that one much quieter.
You are one of the few people who's video has actually helped.I often find videos that are not zoomed in enough, and/or the person's fingers are in the way.
Your attention to detail in handling the metal wire and the patience you exhibit through each step of creating a wire loop reveals something about your technique that dozens of other loop making videos have failed to show me- a passion that combines a sense of pride and discipline in creating flawless, consistent, and precision -bent loops every single time. There was a piece of advice you shared that I have not heard anywhere else, and that was at the end of the video - to take that extra step and inspect your wire loop for imperfections caused by the tools in the loop-making process - and to easily and quickly sand them down -
As a perfectionist who has created more eye pins that I can count, I have thrown dozens away and started over due to minor defects I have created during my loop-making process. I am ashamed for not realizing how simple of a fix it could have been for me to remedy this situation every time. I am beyond grateful for having come across your video! Thank you for your excellent tutorial. Please keep making videos!!! Take care Love! ❤️
Edited **** I just read your “about” page- and I am deeply heartbroken to hear that you have been confronted with such severe health-related issues. I am deeply saddened that you have chosen to close your store and no longer make videos, but I am inspirited and driven by your strength and courage to make those very difficult decisions that allowed you to put yourself first. You are your #1 - never forget that caring for yourself is of utmost importance, as your life is all you have to give to this world - and you are someone that makes this world a better place just by being a part of it, by being you.
Thank you again for revealing your beautiful soul in such a way that has inspired me on many levels. May you find peace and comfort in the journey that lies ahead. I hope, with all of my heart, that each day greets you with a reason to smile, with love in your heart, and love all around you. All my Love is Yours ❤️❤️take care❤️❤️
Thank you for your kind words. Your feedback is much appreciated!
Thank you for sharing.
That's an EXCELLENT tutorial -- thank you so much!
You are very welcome!
I was never able to make a nice circle when doing my wraps. I somehow, even through watched plenty of videos on wire wrapping, missed the part where the loop has to sit on top of the lower wire equally, or in the middle. THANK YOU!! FINALLY!!! Now on to make my pretty wraps!!!
Very nice
Thank you!
Fantastic job at explaining this!! 👏
Thank you!
Best explanation ever ! Thanks
Much appreciated!
Thaaaanks a lot I needed that video 👍🙏♥️🙋🏻♀️😀👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you!
Thank you. Wonderful job teaching
Thank you!
Brilliant video, thank you so much! I’m brand new to jewellery making and found this so helpful. ❤️
Thank you so much. I'm finally starting to post again so I hope you'll check out How to Make a Wire Wrapped Loop Part II - Making a wrapped loop above a bead.
Thank you very much💜
I am doing this on top of some beads and the wire is the head pin. I wish you would show this with beads below it with the secret to making this loop be nice and close to the bead.
I have put it on the list now that I'm relaunching the channel.
Hi, I really enjoy your videos and your teaching style thank you so much.
I'm never really satisfied with the end of the wire. The point where I cut the wire and tuck it in still seems to have a sharp edge. Can you tell me what I'm doing wrong, and do you have any tips for me please.
Glad you enjoyed the video. First, not all wire cutters are created equal. Super flush cutters are best as they give the cleanest cut. Flush cutters are next, followed by bevel edge cutters. When you cut into a wire with your flush cutters, one side of the cut will be better than the other. Have a look at my video on how to use flush cutters to see what I mean by that. Also, invest in a decent set of flush cutters/super flush cutters and only use them for cutting non-ferrous metal. Do not use the same cutters for stainless steel wire and other softer wires. Stainless steel is much harder and some cutters are not meant for this material at all. Keep your cutters clean and only use them for the materials and gauge wire they are made for. When I make earring wires, I always use a cup burr and some fine sandpaper to ensure the edges of the wire are softened. If you can feel a pointy edge after tucking in a wire, try burnishing the edge with the side of your chain nose pliers. If you still have issues, try smoothing the edges of the wire with a 800-1000 grit sandpaper before tucking them in. Good luck!
@@TheKnittedRaven thank you so so much for your reply. I will absolutely follow this information, 😀
I would like to do this, but have the wire come thru the center of the loop and run at a 90. so its a wire with a looped hat centered on top?
Not sure I'm following you. The tail end of the wire doesn't thread through the loop. When you wrap the tail around the pliers, it actually remains in front of the created loop. Hope this helps.
The photo of earrings before you click on the video is not in the video
You are correct. The headpin next to them showing the wire wrapped loop is the focus of this video. Check out the video on how to make a wire wrapped loop above a bead and how to make ear wires for how to make earrings like in the picture.
Why would one use such a 'soft' wire? Almost like lead solder wire?
Dead soft wire is easy to work with, especially for a wire knitter like me. It can be work hardened as I need to and is extremely forgiving. Dead soft wire is different from lead solder. Here's an article from the Rio Grande website. They are a reliable source of information for jewelry makers. www.riogrande.com/article?name=UnderstandingMetalHardness
Respekt!
Thank you!
I love Canadian accents.
thanx for sharing but its really annoying the noise behind you. pity..
This video was filmed at the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation, where I once had a studio. It is a public building with high ceilings so sound travels. Future videos will be done in a quieter location.
Sorry the background noise is extremely distracting as well as annoying...stopped watching.
Hey Margaret. That video was recorded three years ago when my studio was in a public building with wicked acoustics. Sorry the background noise was distracting. Just published How to Make A Wire Wrapped Loop Part II: How to make a wrapped loop above a bead. This time I filmed here at home. You should find that one much quieter.