First wire wrapped jewelry attempts

[sremme]

I’m brand new to the jewelry making world and have found a love for wire and bead work. These are my first pendant pieces! I would love some honest feed back on where I can improve and if they are any good. I would love to sell eventually, but need to get better at my craft first! 

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[Irith-Rita]

Nice attempts. I love the third from the top best!

[caeterle]

I already told you on the other thread that they are lovely for first attempts.
I have one question. Have you practiced with straight base wires first or were the seond and third pendant woven in the round? I find weaving in the round or having to decrease like in the first pendant is not easy if you are a beginner.

For a bead knitting class I got some very fine knitting needles. I haven't done any bead knitting since, but I have used the needles in weaving more than once because they are straight and don't bend and I can either try out new weaves on them or I can pull out the needles and replace them with a different wire or leave some of the loops wireless for some designs.
I wish I had had them when I started out because they are great to practice regular and clean weaves.

[DawninCal]

You are off to a great start. I agree with Cat about practicing on straight base wires until you are completely comfortable with the technique. One of the most important parts of mastering wire wrapping/weaving skills is to practice, practice and practice. I can't even begin to tell you how many miles of copper wire I have used in practicing.

Be sure to keep these first attempts so that you can go back and compare them to what you are making six months or a year from now. You will be amazed at your progress.

You did a really nice job on your tree of life. Keep up the good work and be sure to show us any new pieces. Sharing here is a wonderful way to grow your skills.



Dawn

[sremme]

Thank you all for the comments and advice! I did weave in the round which was extremely challenging for me. I never thought to practice with straight wire, I will definitely be doing that!!!!

[Michele]

Welcome! You're off to a great start. I have a feeling you'll have it mastered before long.