{ "item_title" : "Wire-Wrapped Jewelry for Beginners", "item_author" : [" Melissa Herman "], "item_description" : "What if the only thing standing between you and beautiful wire-wrapped jewelry is simply knowing what to do first?And what if, a few weeks from now, you could hold a pendant, bracelet, ring, or pair of earrings and proudly say, I made that?Wire-Wrapped Jewelry for Beginners is for anyone who wants to learn this beautiful craft without feeling overwhelmed by complicated tools, confusing wire sizes, or instructions that assume you already know what you're doing.You do not need a studio, expensive equipment, or years of experience. With a few essential tools, the right wire, and clear guidance, you can begin creating jewelry that feels comfortable to wear, looks beautifully finished, and reflects your own personal style.Instead of throwing everything at you at once, this guide takes you through the craft in a logical, beginner-friendly order. You'll understand what to buy, what to skip, how different wires behave, and how to choose stones, beads, and findings that behave the way you expect. From there, you'll progress through the seven core techniques that make more advanced designs possible.Inside, you'll discover how to: Choose the right tools, wire gauges, hardness, metals, stones, beads, and findingsMaster the seven foundational techniques that wire-wrapped jewelry is built onCreate earrings, pendants, bracelets, cuffs, rings, clasps, decorative wirework, and secure stone settingsMake wrapped loops, bails, coils, spirals, ear wires, jump rings, and other useful componentsAvoid common beginner mistakes that lead to loose wraps, crooked designs, sharp ends, or unstable piecesFix, finish, clean, store, and repair your jewelry so your work lasts longerPractice with inexpensive materials first so you can improve without wasting costly wire or stonesFollow a practical 30-day practice plan designed to turn repetition into real progressLearn how to price, photograph, gift, and sell your finished work when you're readyUse helpful reference charts, project-planning worksheets, a glossary, and starter shopping guidance along the wayEvery project is organized to help you learn without guessing, with clear materials, skill levels, numbered steps, illustrations, common mistakes to watch for, and ways to level up once you feel confident.This is more than a collection of pretty jewelry projects. It is a practical path from I've never used round-nose pliers before to understanding how beautiful handmade jewelry is actually built.Make something you'll love wearing. Create a thoughtful handmade gift for someone special. Or keep developing your skills until someone looks at your work and asks: Do you sell these?Start with one spool of wire, one simple technique, and one finished piece. Your first handmade jewelry story begins here.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers4.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/9/79/816/027/9798160276731_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "24.97", "online_price" : "24.97", "our_price" : "24.97", "club_price" : "24.97", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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