Nylon, rubber, rawhide and even wooden mallets are all used in similar ways when metal working. They are used to move and reshape the metal without stretching or marring it. In the video I’ll give you some tips for using these helpful tools….
Don’t be intimidated by the heavy gauge wire in these bangle bracelets. It’s not hard to work with, it just may take a little more time to hammer it to the point you want. Which bracelet do you prefer? I like the one…
Since I do so much wire wrapping and hammering in my jewelry, I thought I’d give you some of the basics of working with wire. There are two reasons to hammer wire: to harden it and/or to reshape its cross section. In…
Don’t you just love how a little bit of wire can totally transform a couple of simple beads? (Click on the photos for a closer look.) These faceted blue teardrop beads are quite pretty all on their own, but with messy wraps and a…
It is so utterly freeing to be able to make everything in your jewelry, rather than having to rely on components and findings you get in the stores. It’s also great for those of us who are picky and want it to…
Yup, I’ve been having fun again, smacking things around on a Mini Anvil with a Craft Hammer. Doncha just love the sparkly look of flattened, hammered wire? The first time you try it you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to do. Happy creating!…
Sure, anyone can go buy charms to make a charm bracelet, but what about making your very own charms? The process is easier than you might think, and quite fun. I kinda love smacking things around on my Mini Anvil. >:) Here is…
Places like Pier One and Marshalls always seem to have great funky home dec stuff like these beaded napkin rings. Of course, the problem with being a crafter is that I never manage to buy them cuz, of course, I can make…