The Absolute Beginners Guide: Making Wire Jewelry

You pay a lot but you don’t get many designs it’s not as easy to follow as I thought

This book is awesome for someone who knows NOTHING about wire jewelry making but who wants to learn. It states it's an absolute beginner's guide, and that's exactly what it is. It has some definitions in the front, which is great for those of us who are brand new to this hobby. It also gives an in-depth overview of all the tools and materials that are needed. In this section, it also tells you what to look for when obtaining your tools, which is very helpful.After you get through the basics, it's hands-on practice from there on out. Each project gets a little more complicated so that you can hone your craft. And I loved how all the projects have variations that you can choose from. I gave almost all of the jewelry I made with this book away for Christmas presents and I got tons of compliments.The book does a great job of explaining very intricate and complicated wire-wrapping techniques, giving you several options most of the time. I was able to complete most projects within a couple of hours. The book made it much easier and faster than I ever thought this hobby could be.The truth is I had so much fun making wire-wrapped jewelry. I still have this book, and occasionally look back on it from time to time when checking on a technique. It’s given me such a great outlet for stress relief. Well worth $15. The Absolute Beginners Guide: Making Wire Jewelry

This book truly IS the absolute beginners book. Had signed up for an evening to learn to make a necklace and pair of earnings. I was hooked, but there weren't any other beading classes available anywhere. Turn to the internet, Amazon and Books! Here it is, the step by step process of what, why, where and how. One clearly explained step at a time with pictures and tips on each page. Also, includes options for the original design. I love this book. Would love a Volume Two. Thank you Martine, Callaghan.

A good book to get started, liked the fact that they give you a few prodject to practice on.

After the first two reviews, I will not repeat what the book is all about. Those reviews nearly said it all. As for me, the instructions are clearly written in easy to understand language and come with diagrams (pictures) so that even I can figure out the projects.The book is laced with tips the wire artist must know about hardening the wire, wire types, and strengths.For the beginner, this book IS A MUST READ!

What a wonderful instruction and pictures in this book Easy to follow and make what you want. A must for your doing the wiring jewelry.

I love the designs in this easy to use book. I have made a few of them and even sold some at a fair that I learned how to make from this book. I definitely recommend it. Just make sure you buy form a seller that ships it quickly. I waited weeks for mine to get here and it was crumpled up when it did.

This is a really good book for beginners, it has a little bit of everything. Gives great color step by step pics!!! Instructions are easy. I really enjoyed this book.

The instructions are clear, the book is well illustrated with clear photographs, well organised into staged projects that you attempt in order. I'm sure if you complete all the projects you'd feel quite proficient. The projects are really attractive and inspiring, jewellery you would want to wear. I'd recommend this book

A fairly good book, ok for beginners. You need a LOT of equipment before starting any of these projects. I am a total beginner so am hoping this book will help me but in parts looks pretty complicated.

This is the sort of book I was looking for. With photographs, clear illustrations and guidelines. I would highly recommend for beginners in wire/beading jewellery making.

I'm a beginner at making jewellery there are so many books on here so it's hard to know which one to pick I picked this one and so glad I did easy to read and some of the projects are great really can't fault it can't wait to try some of the ideas out thank you xx

A great book. Clear instructions and easy to follow diagrams. Lots of ideas too.