The Freeform WireSmith Pendant - A Wire Wrapped Tutorial

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This Wire Wrap Tutorial will show you how to create a pendant using WireSmithing Techniques. Instead of making prongs to hold the stone in the setting, you'll learn a new way to hold that stone in place. This technique is so versatile that you'll be able to create hundreds of beautiful designs.
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*Tools Needed*
Wire Cutters (www.wireartedu...)
Wire Wrap Pliers or Flat Nose Pliers (www.wireartedu...)
Ruler or Measuring Tape
Fine Tip Permanent Marker
Flat Hand File or Flat Needle File (Flat File - amzn.to/2BETb3M)
Bench Block (Optional)(www.wireartedu...)
Rotary Tool (Optional)(amzn.to/2P4jIdM)
Silicone Rubber Polishing Disc (Optional)( www.wireartedu...)
Painters Tape
Scissors
*Materials*
22 inches 16 gauge dead soft square wire of your choice
16 inches 18 gauge half round wire of your choice
30x40mm cabochon of your choice
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Check Out My Book “Wiresmithing - The New Look of Wire Art” - amzn.to/2MHQxyj
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Check Out My Book "More Wirewrapping - The Basics and Beyond” - amzn.to/2Uf1iJp
Check Out My Book “Wirewrapping with Wire and Metal” - amzn.to/2Ug73GD

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@barbdavis6838 3 года назад

Hey Jim, I Absolutely Love this. I also like the bail a lot. Now I'm gonna explain how I watch your video's, first I just watch them and when I'm ready to make the pendant, ect., I get everything ready and watch again while I make the pendant ect., I don't want to miss what your teaching so that's how I do it. I'm still playing catch up on your video's that I haven't seen yet. I have my Wrapping pliers. Lol Thank's so very much for sharing with us, your a great teacher. 😊😊 Oh and I don't know who gave the 1 thumbs down but apparently you have a closed mind.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Sounds like you have a good process. I'm glad that your enjoying the videos.

@noellekostraba1571 3 месяца назад

Hi Jim, Fabulous! I have a question about wire. Is soft and dead soft the same? My wholesaler only sells dead soft. Is this ok for swirls in a 20 gauge for general purposes? Thanks!

@Suzette1946 Год назад

I can't afford to waste that much silver wire. I've been wrapping for over 14 years.

@scarlettotara1 3 года назад

Very pretty!! But I have a concern. The wires, swirls, are not secured to each other or to the frame. Wouldn't they or could they get lifted and or moved by getting caught on clothing or hair? I love the look just worried the swirls could get snagged and lifted on something. Thank you in advance for helping me through this concern.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you for your comment, it is a valid one. In the video I show pressing the wires down a bit before re-inserting the stone. Having the wire as close to the stone as you can prevents the prongs from snagging on anything. Thanks again.

@Angela-Ruby Месяц назад

Use a polishing cloth to straighten your wires!

@virginiawestwood643 2 года назад

I want to make this pendant but with a teardrop facing the opposite direction of your tutorial. Can it be made?

@JimMcIntosh 2 года назад

Sorry for the late comments....yes, that can be made with almost any shape stone.

@annsalem2718 2 года назад

@@JimMcIntosh How do I buy your Wrap making pliers?

@lindamcdermott9980 2 года назад

I have had trouble making the back of my wire wrap pendants look good. You have shown me a whole new technique to try. Thanks so much. I will continue to watch your new and past videos. You are very thorough and easy to understand, plus all of your motions are within frame. That is truly appreciated.

@JimMcIntosh 2 года назад

Glad I could help!

@lynnettedymus4382 Год назад

Thank you I found them. I really like for your tutorial it was great

@edgarscale 3 года назад

very nice video. i really enjoy your videos. i have bought all your books to date and have read through them already. could you tell me where you buy your wire from? thanks for all you do, your videos and books are a big help, mary..

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you so much Mary, I really appreciate you watching my videos. I'm also happy to hear that you have enjoyed my books.

@BobShaffer-wt6cs Год назад

Jim, you are a true artist. You don't do it to show off, you want to enlighten other people of the beauty everwhere around them as well as within. I do not watch,television, I watch RU-vid nightly and I like if I do, but it is seldom that I post anything at all. Thank you sir for doing this

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you very much for your kind words. I feel honored that you sent me a quick note.

@robertahubert9155 3 года назад

Thanks I really enjoyed this video your such a good teacher. So glad I found you. You have a new subscriber ♥️

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@lynnettedymus4382 Год назад

What are those pliers called that you used I can’t find them

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

They are called WrapMaker Pliers. Here's an Amazon link to them - amzn.to/41EzaRc

@user-rp8zo2ro7q 3 года назад

Hi Jim. Have you ever wrapped square/rectangular stones . Have 2, 1" fossilized coral rectangular stones... very squared edges! Having a heck of a time. Any thoughts? Or...previous tutorial. Tks in advance. Love your style. Great teacher 😊

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Square stones are always a little tricky. If you are doing a border wrap (standard wire wrap) it's best to put a wrap across the bottom of the stone and two wraps at the top of the stone (that cover the two top corners). Personally, I wouldn't o a border wrap....I would do something like the Freeform WireSmith project. I would add a couple more "prong" wires so that you can put 2 "prongs" on each side of the square stone. I hope that helps. If you need more help shoot me an email at wirearted@gmail.com and I'll try to explain it a bit better.

@user-rp8zo2ro7q 3 года назад

@@JimMcIntosh tiny stones. 1" x 1/4"w looks like i will need to wrap the sides. Would be great if you ever feel inclined to show a tutorial on small square/rectangular stones.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

@@user-rp8zo2ro7q That s a good idea. I will add it to the list. Thank you for the suggestion

@veliatorrez6523 3 года назад

Thank you. Will order the wire wrap pliers and silicone disks soon. Great tutorials.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@karenjones7111 3 года назад

Thank you. Just learning, your videos are a huge help.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

I'm glad to hear that you are enjoying my videos. Thank you for watching.

@lisaeckman6527 Год назад

Thank you so much! I like this and will give it a try. And, yes, you do seem to be a great teacher. Thanks for making this available for all of us!

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you so much!

@virginiawestwood643 2 года назад

Can this pendant be made with the drop cab??

@virginiawestwood643 2 года назад

Can you make more tutorials for pieces that are for rounded pieces & opposite of thus video.. drop facing up?

@sandrabrown4249 3 года назад

You mentioned using 18g half hard, 1/2 round wire with the 16g square, is the 18g 1/2 round always half hard? Also is it ok to use with 21 or 20g square wire? By the way, I've learned so much by watching your videos and listening to your tips! Thank you.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

The half round doesn't have to be half hard, I just prefer it. I have tried making this type of setting with smaller wire (21 or 22 gauge) and have round that the setting is weak. The prongs begin to loosen fairly easily. I hope this helps. Thank you for the question. If you need any more help, please let me know. Thanks for watching.

@sandrabrown4249 3 года назад

@@JimMcIntosh Thank you for this timely response.

@rosaelinav8036 3 года назад

Wow I really love how one came out! It’s looks beautiful 🤩 thank you for sharing this video...

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you for watching

@sharonrowland1196 Год назад

Hi Jim it's been awhile bro!! You've been busy? I've been trying to find your Channel I haven't found it until now bro. So Jim I've been busy making jewelry myself and I've made 3 Bracelets 1 Necklace & 2 Anklets Pink White Blue Silver and I've got 12 day's to finish it all; I only have 1 Necklace left to make 👍😃👋 I've also been using a Tossel Hook on the Jewelry I'm making as well 👍😃

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Welcome back!

@angeliquecoppolino1433 3 года назад

Reading the concepts in your book opened up a whole new world of creativity. Freeform has blown my mind! Thank you! I just ordered your amazing pliers too. 👍😊

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

I am so happy to hear that. One thing that I wnt for wire art is that people take these basic design ideas and expand them into something new and different. I think that for an artform to survive people need to be constantly be looking for ways to change it into something new and different.

@8621Charro Год назад

Today is August 8, 2023...made this project and LOVE your approach. I will be incorporating most of what I learn in your vids into all my. future wrapping, although the pliers seem to have vanished on Amazon! But...I don't NEED them! Thank you so much.

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you for watching

@yankeetimeline 3 года назад

Sweet! I always learn something new watching your videos.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

I am so glad to hear that. thank you for watching

@TimelesscreationCo 3 года назад

Wonderful!!! Thank you!

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you

@arthurparramoure2923 3 года назад

@@JimMcIntosh has always had one puo

@aprilgibbs799 3 года назад

Beautiful piece. I'm so glad I came across your channel. Can't wait to purchase your pliers and book.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you for your kind words and for watching my video.

@michellebarlondsmith6243 3 года назад

Love it

@guidelineuk4876 3 года назад

Great vid jim cant wait to try this ☝ subscribed and join your website.. also get yourself a 3m dustmask if you can find 1:-)

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Awesome thank you!

@SophieMire-ek1fn 3 месяца назад

Great design! 🎉love it!

@DanaMcGarr Год назад

You did something I have never seen yet. I do copper and silver wire wrapping at a totally different level but this is a whole new avenue for me to think about. Thank you. I will be watching this video over and over again until I feel I have it down or just keep coming back to it. Thank you for your email as I have a question I need a bit of help with so perhaps you can help me with that. I'll contact you. Thank you again.

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you very much for your kind words. I think that prong setting in this way is a great way to show off a beautiful stone. Please keep in mind that this is only a basic design. I would love to see where you go with it. It's my goal to see how this design can be developed. Please feel free to email me, I'd love to help in any way that I can.

@cissikiki4172 3 года назад

You are good sir,like your explanations are easy to follow,beautiful work 🤩🌟🙏greetings from Sweden

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you....Tack så mycket för dina vänliga ord

@marybennerman5473 3 года назад

Hi, I really like the way you set the stone. Thanks!

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you so much for those kind words and Thanks for watching

@anniesungoddess3968 3 года назад

Very elegant piece! Thank you!

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you very much

@raynechantel2738 3 года назад

very cool. love it

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you...thank you very much

@ruth1486 Год назад

A male Art Teacher. How Fun! I'm all excited to get into this one 🐞

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you for watching

@cherylharris2895 2 года назад

Beautiful work, as the bajan say; "every spoil is a fashion"

@JimMcIntosh 2 года назад

Thank you very much

@gemcat7750 3 года назад

Top notch jewelry making. Jim, I just the swirls!

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Thank you, Thank You, Thank You

@alankochevar6064 3 года назад

It would be nice to know what kind of wire you used in this video. Thanks.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

Sorry about that. I used 16 gauge square sterling silver and 18 gauge half round sterling silver wire that I purchased from Rio Grande (www.riogrande.com)

@javiervazquez2896 Год назад

Wow! That is so artistic...😊great work.🎉

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you and thanks for watching

@kristibbradshaw Год назад

What a beautiful jewelry piece.

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

I'm glad that you like it. Thank you

@paulinerobertson4610 Год назад

You really make it clear, thank you

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you. I want everyone to understand how to create the project, so I try to be as clear as possible.

@susanabdelsalam6303 3 года назад

I have a question. I think the stronger the wire the better your piece comes out. Should the half round be at least 18 gauge? I have problems with my hands so I have a hard time with anything less that 18 gauge. What can I do to make sure my pieces are strong? Thank you. I love your pieces.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

In the instructions for this piece it does call for 18 gauge 1/2 round wire. on this type of wrap I always use 18 gauge. I'm not sure what your specific issue is with your hands, but I have found that the WrapMaker Pliers that I use to make the wraps give the leverage to pull the wrap wire tight and make a secure wrap. Also, the cut and wrap technique that I use before I add the wrap allows for a more secure wrap. If you need further assistance please feel free to contact me via email at wirearted@gmail.com and I will do what I can to assist. I hope this helps.

@susanabdelsalam6303 3 года назад

I just got my pliers yesterday. I have been using 20 gauge half round wire. I have joint problems in my fingers, so I don’t have a lot of strength in my hands. Will 18 gauge base wire do the trick? I also usually use a plated wire. I know that’s not as good as sterling silver but it’s what’s in my budget.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

@@susanabdelsalam6303 18 gauge wire will work just fine. Plated wire does just fine. With most of the techniques that I show you if you expose the core of the wire it is hidden from view..so no worries.

@geotestjohn 3 года назад

Instead of using plated wire you could try Para wire. It is permanently colored wire and you don't run the risk of that plating coming off, which it will. Also it is very budget friendly and comes in a huge variety of colors as well as square, round and half round.

@JimMcIntosh 3 года назад

@@geotestjohn That's a great idea...thanks

@lillianperez589 Год назад

Beautiful THANKS

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you too!

@annsalem2718 2 года назад

How do I buy your wrap maker pliers?

@JimMcIntosh 2 года назад

I have partnered with Beadsmith to manufacture and distribute the pliers. I am waiting for them to get a shipment in, so hopefully I will get them in soon. When I do I will make an announcement via my RU-vid Channel.

@annsalem2718 2 года назад

Thank you so much. Can hardly wait to get a pair. Ann

@javiervazquez2896 Год назад

High level...😮

@JimMcIntosh Год назад

Thank you