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All Wired Up: Wire Techniques for the Beadworker and Jewelry Maker (Beadwork How-To series)

All Wired Up: Wire Techniques for the Beadworker and Jewelry Maker (Beadwork How-To series)

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  • Author: Mark Lareau
  • Publisher: Interweave Press
  • Release Date: October 2000
  • ISBN-10: 188301073X
  • ISBN-13: 9781883010737
  • List Price: $21.95

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Summary

The step-by-step techniques featured in this richly illustrated book take the beginner who knows little about wirework on a journey to creating artistic and unique free-form jewelry. Using round wire that is readily available and economically viable, wireworkers learn everything from how to hold pliers to how to make ear wires, hook-and-eye closures, and cages for marbles and cabochons. Line drawings, photographs of finished objects, and a wirework gallery of pieces by the author and other contemporary wirework artists provide sample creations and ideas for the innovative wireworker.

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All Wired Up

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I'm new at "Wire Wrapping" and this book was very helpful. All of the instructions were well written and very easy to understand.

You can make your own Strongest Clasp in the Universe

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Yes this is definitely a beginner's book...doesn't compare to Miller's Bead on a Wire...BUT I believe this book gives the readers who aren't so into wire use in jewelry except for the basics just what they need. I found the simpleness of the approach of this book and the clear directions, the fun of the ear wires & head pins, donut embellishments and most importantly the "strongest wire hook and eye clasp in the Universe" make it a useful addition to my library. Yes, Miller's book is always there for me, but when I have had to describe various methods to others, Lareau's book "All Wired Up" was a quick and easy way to find the subject quickly. So if you want only the basics - enough to save money on making your own clasps, ear wires, head pins,etc. in a book that is easy to use and find what you need, this is it. If you want more detailed information to get you on your way to really do advanced wire work in jewelry design, get Miller's book. Or if you are like me - get both. I am not disappointed that I have both as they serve different purposes.

Amazing primer

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I've heard so much hype recently about wire jewelry, I just had to research it. So, I checked out all the books from my local libraries on wire jewelry making and this book was the best one, so I bought it from Amazon.com. The instructions are easy to understand and the pictures are great. Just a fun book to browse through.

Just like he was in the room.

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I took the class 'All Wired Up' and the book reflects not only his teaching style but the animation with which he shares these wonderful techniques and projects. Go for it! Buy the book and start creating!

Not like the rest

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I'm really surprised to see how many positive reviews this book has gathered. Due to this I ordered my own copy as well as Bead on A Wire by Sharilyn Miller. The two can't even begin to be compared but I'll try. All Wired Up just lacks in good photos to show techniques, the drawings are small. There are only about 5 glossy pictures at the end of the book for inspiration pieces but none for projects. I'm very disappointed in this book. However Bead on A Wire is an exceptional teaching and inspiring book, with enlarged, color photos of every aspect of learning to work with wire. The projects are just beautiful and doable. I'm a beginner but sure Sharilyn Miller's book can accomodate all levels. So glad I purchased this and will return All Wired Up.