Wire-Wrapped Stones: Designer Techniques

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Learn wrapping, weaving and coiling techniques that will empower you and inspire endless new pieces!

Twisted Wire-Wrapped Stones

Meet your instructor, Aga Kruk, who will guide you through gorgeous techniques for designing with wire-wrapped stones! First, learn how Aga captures focal druzy stones with a unique twisted-wire frame and then learn to wrap eye-catching links using the surprisingly simple herringbone wrap.

Circle Pendant

If you love the look of wire, this project is perfect to showcase your skills. You’ll learn Aga’s technique for creating a sturdy frame and bail, and then learn the pattern to create looped and coiled embellishments. Set off your piece with clusters of beads and stones, and learn design variations that you can apply to any piece!

Woven Wire Earrings

Even if you’ve never woven with wire, follow Aga step by step to make textural wire earrings with amethyst and labradorite bead clusters! You’ll make a carefully woven wire frame that you can use again and again on any project and learn how to wrap clusters so your earrings cascade with gemstones.

Wire-Wrapped Pendant

Learn how to design a detailed wire-wrapped pendant that shows off a stunning briolette! First, see how to form and hammer a perfectly symmetrical frame and pieces to fit inside. Then, Aga shows you how to securely connect all of the pieces while adding in a surprising embellishment. Add as many details as you wish!

Finishing the Wire-Wrapped Pendant

Finish your gorgeous wire-wrapped pendant! You can personalize your masterpiece with embellishments Aga demonstrates, but add your own flair too! Learn how to attach stones, beads and extra wire wraps. Then, she’ll show you her personal design variations to get your creative juices flowing.

Twisted & Coiled Earrings

Learn to make dramatically twisted and coiled earrings. The design variation is up to you, but Aga provides the technique you’ll need to create a twisted frame with added coils and an embellished focal stone. Pick the stone you wish to wear and get twisting!

Twisted-Wire Post Earrings

Take your wire-wrapping to the next level with a pair of hand-made post earrings, featuring Aga’s special technique for creating coiled clusters. Add embellishments with stones or beads of your choice! Then, learn how Aga patinas and polishes her delicate pieces using a process you can apply to any jewelry you create.