That's the best part about making jewelry organically because nothing is going to be exactly the same as if you're working in a factory with machines that's the only way that would happen and making jewelry by hand is great because it's it's mind consuming and great exercise therapy for the mind as well as relaxing and just taking your time and enjoying the jewelry making that you make puts great energy into your art. With that being said I love the designs you come out with and you know I'm the same way organic and original I don't make duplicates of the same type of bracelet or or pendant earrings yes all different colors some may very in others of you know shapes and designs a little bit if you're really looking for those little flaws but other than that no I'm making on a whim One of a kind only. Thank you for sharing with us
@@Door44Studios - they do seem easier to work with. I was enjoying your channel but I haven’t seen any more videos since 6 months ago. I pray all is well with you and loved ones.
@@jesscardona2335 thank you. All is quite well. I've just been busy with family matters. This is my daughter's senior year in high school and it's been a bit of a whirlwind of activity. 😳 I hope to get back to filming tutorials soon. I have loads of topics I want to cover. Just need to find some space and time to record them.
@@Door44Studios- omg, I totally under and feel your stress. I finally got my oldest 18 in college. My 16 year old is in his senior year and wants to study in Spain or France. Trying to research with them can be time consuming. Good luck with college searches and hopefully she we will stay close to you.
@@mynutshellmail weird. I just clicked that link and it worked for me. If you go to door44studios.com you'll find a link on my homepage to grab that guide.
Great video. You tend to work at the very bottom of the screen, and frequently go off screen, though, which takes some of the important stuff out of the field of vision.
Thank you so much for that feedback. I am aware of the camera issue. It's one of the reasons that I haven't posted new content in quite a while. I'm trying to come up with a better camera setup, and that's going to require an investment in some new (and rather expensive) gear.
Just finished up the weaving/wrapping on some reclaimed 12 ga electrical wire. That's a substantial bracelet and doesn't even need the clasp. Now to oxidize! Thanks for the tutorial.
Nice! Reclaimed electrical wire is the perfect material for this bracelet. And yes, it is substantial bracelet. I love the way it works up in 12ga wire. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tutorial!
Hello! I'm newish to working with wire and I've learned so much from your tutorials. I just finished the bracelet and I'm struggling with keeping the weaving wires from moving around on the hook end, which in turn makes all the weaving wires to not want to stay exactly put. Is there anything I can do at this point to keep the weaving wires in place? Thank you so much for making these tutorials!
Hi, Theresa. That's a really good question! Usually when the weave shifts around the hook, it's because your hook is a bit too tight. The goal is for the loop end of your bracelet to slip into the hook without touching the weaving wire. So, you can try two things: 1) open your hook up a tiny bit to make more room for the loop to slip in there, or 2) make sure your loop has a slight convex curve, which will help that end slide more smoothly into the hook. Another reason that will cause a weave to shift is if the weaving tension is too loose. Developing a good feel for weave tension is a skill that comes with time and lots of practice. So, you may not be able to stabilize your weave on that particular bracelet at this point. There's not really a good way to tighten a finished weave without damaging the finished piece. You may be able to salvage it, though, if you can unravel a bit of the weave on the hook end of your bracelet. This is risky because your weaving wire might break, but if you can gently unravel 1/4" or so of your weave, you can then bind off the weave by taking the tail end of the weaving wire and wrapping it twice snuggly around two or three wraps of the weaving wire. To do that, make sure the tail is coming out between the two core wires. Then use a beading awl or a large needle to create a small space between the the core wires about two wraps in from the end of the weave. Then thread the tail end of the weaving wire down through that space and come around and up through the same spot where you started. Complete another full wrap around those first two (or three) wraps where they cross between the two core wires. Pull those wraps tight and break the tail of your wire. I don't like binding off weaves that way because it can be difficult to get the binding tight enough to stay put. But in this case, you probably won't make things worse by trying this alternate binding technique. Let me know how it goes! And keep practicing. Sometimes it feels like you'll never get the hang of weaving tension, and then one day everything will just click into place and you'll never have to struggle with weaving tension again!
@@Door44Studios Thank you so much for your informative and timely response! I will try some of your tips and ultimately I will keep at it. I really appreciate it!!
You can get the free project starter guide, but you will have to get the password to my free resource library first. Just go to this address and request a password: door44studios.com/library-opt-in/ Once you're in the library, look for resource file #106, which you'll find about half way down the page. Enjoy!
You are an AMAZING teacher. Concise, descriptive , patient. Thank you.
You're so welcome! And thank you for the kind words. ❤
That's the best part about making jewelry organically because nothing is going to be exactly the same as if you're working in a factory with machines that's the only way that would happen and making jewelry by hand is great because it's it's mind consuming and great exercise therapy for the mind as well as relaxing and just taking your time and enjoying the jewelry making that you make puts great energy into your art. With that being said I love the designs you come out with and you know I'm the same way organic and original I don't make duplicates of the same type of bracelet or or pendant earrings yes all different colors some may very in others of you know shapes and designs a little bit if you're really looking for those little flaws but other than that no I'm making on a whim One of a kind only. Thank you for sharing with us
Yes! It's the process that I love most. The end results are often just icing on the cake. I'm so glad you enjoyed this tutorial. Thanks for watching!
Another great design & tutorial Wendi!
Thank you, Dianne. Glad you enjoyed it. And thanks for watching!
Absolutely beautiful, I love those little bobbins such a great idea!
Bobbins make weaving so much easier and more enjoyable. Such a simple tool but a total game changer.
@@Door44Studios - they do seem easier to work with. I was enjoying your channel but I haven’t seen any more videos since 6 months ago. I pray all is well with you and loved ones.
@@jesscardona2335 thank you. All is quite well. I've just been busy with family matters. This is my daughter's senior year in high school and it's been a bit of a whirlwind of activity. 😳 I hope to get back to filming tutorials soon. I have loads of topics I want to cover. Just need to find some space and time to record them.
@@Door44Studios- omg, I totally under and feel your stress. I finally got my oldest 18 in college. My 16 year old is in his senior year and wants to study in Spain or France. Trying to research with them can be time consuming. Good luck with college searches and hopefully she we will stay close to you.
@@jesscardona2335 thank you. 😗
Grab the free project starter guide today and see how easy it is to make this cute, beachy bracelet: door44studios.com/106
I get an error when clicking on the link… “page not found” 😢
@@mynutshellmail weird. I just clicked that link and it worked for me. If you go to door44studios.com you'll find a link on my homepage to grab that guide.
Great video. You tend to work at the very bottom of the screen, and frequently go off screen, though, which takes some of the important stuff out of the field of vision.
Thank you so much for that feedback. I am aware of the camera issue. It's one of the reasons that I haven't posted new content in quite a while. I'm trying to come up with a better camera setup, and that's going to require an investment in some new (and rather expensive) gear.
Just finished up the weaving/wrapping on some reclaimed 12 ga electrical wire. That's a substantial bracelet and doesn't even need the clasp. Now to oxidize! Thanks for the tutorial.
Nice! Reclaimed electrical wire is the perfect material for this bracelet. And yes, it is substantial bracelet. I love the way it works up in 12ga wire. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tutorial!
Absolutely love this! Thank you✌️❤️
My pleasure! 😊
Thanks so much. Love these.
You're very welcome. Thanks for watching!
Beautiful design ❤️🇩🇰😍
Thank you so much! 😗
Hello! I'm newish to working with wire and I've learned so much from your tutorials. I just finished the bracelet and I'm struggling with keeping the weaving wires from moving around on the hook end, which in turn makes all the weaving wires to not want to stay exactly put. Is there anything I can do at this point to keep the weaving wires in place? Thank you so much for making these tutorials!
Hi, Theresa. That's a really good question! Usually when the weave shifts around the hook, it's because your hook is a bit too tight. The goal is for the loop end of your bracelet to slip into the hook without touching the weaving wire. So, you can try two things: 1) open your hook up a tiny bit to make more room for the loop to slip in there, or 2) make sure your loop has a slight convex curve, which will help that end slide more smoothly into the hook.
Another reason that will cause a weave to shift is if the weaving tension is too loose. Developing a good feel for weave tension is a skill that comes with time and lots of practice. So, you may not be able to stabilize your weave on that particular bracelet at this point. There's not really a good way to tighten a finished weave without damaging the finished piece.
You may be able to salvage it, though, if you can unravel a bit of the weave on the hook end of your bracelet. This is risky because your weaving wire might break, but if you can gently unravel 1/4" or so of your weave, you can then bind off the weave by taking the tail end of the weaving wire and wrapping it twice snuggly around two or three wraps of the weaving wire.
To do that, make sure the tail is coming out between the two core wires. Then use a beading awl or a large needle to create a small space between the the core wires about two wraps in from the end of the weave. Then thread the tail end of the weaving wire down through that space and come around and up through the same spot where you started. Complete another full wrap around those first two (or three) wraps where they cross between the two core wires. Pull those wraps tight and break the tail of your wire.
I don't like binding off weaves that way because it can be difficult to get the binding tight enough to stay put. But in this case, you probably won't make things worse by trying this alternate binding technique. Let me know how it goes! And keep practicing. Sometimes it feels like you'll never get the hang of weaving tension, and then one day everything will just click into place and you'll never have to struggle with weaving tension again!
@@Door44Studios Thank you so much for your informative and timely response! I will try some of your tips and ultimately I will keep at it. I really appreciate it!!
@@teeesawork I'm always happy to help. ❤
To bad Ican't get the free project starter
You can get the free project starter guide, but you will have to get the password to my free resource library first. Just go to this address and request a password: door44studios.com/library-opt-in/
Once you're in the library, look for resource file #106, which you'll find about half way down the page. Enjoy!
@@Door44Studios thankyou so much for your help
@@Door44Studios found it thank you
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