Beginner | 44 min
Taught by Melanie Schow
Transform any irregular stone or found object from your travels into a statement piece of jewelry. Melanie shows you how to create a wire “cage” to contain and show off the centerpiece. The result is whimsical and singular, and will open whole new worlds of possibilities to your jewelry designs.
Learn how to:
  • Form wire around found object
  • Create a pendant loop
  • Embellish w/ coils and springs
What you’ll get:
  • An easy-to-follow lesson on how to make caged wire wrap
  • 7 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
  • Detailed supply list
  • Step-by-step expert instruction by expert jewelry maker Melanie Schow
  • The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students

Chapters
Introduction
00:40
Materials
01:02
Make Cage
06:27
04:20
06:36
02:33
13:56
Variations
08:48
Materials
Here’s what you’ll need:
Materials:
  • Chain nose plier
  • flat nose plier
  • long round nose plier
  • flush wire cutter
  • 22 gauge silver wire
  • 18 gauge sterling silver wire
  • 18 gauge copper wire
  • 1 inch diameter bead
  • rock
  • shell
  • or marble
Discussion
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