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By Tammy Powley, About.com Guide to Jewelry Making

New and Improved Wire Loop Tutorials

Friday May 9, 2008
I fee like I'm selling cereal or detergent: "New and Improved!" But, I'm really just spreading the word about a few tutorials I have updated that include better pictures, extra tips, and alternative methods to try out.

Being able to make loops in your wire is a crucial element to many jewelry designs if you are into wire and beads. I remember when I moved from doing basic bead stringing and learned some wire wrapping methods. It expanded my jewelry making ability by a zillion percent!

Two of the most important methods to learn are the wrapped loop method and the unwrapped or simple loop method:

The wrapped loop method is a staple in my designing and is helpful for making all kinds of jewelry such as bead and wire chains.

The simple loop, also called the unwrapped loop method, is a great way to connect small jewelry components together, such as pearl dangles for earrings.

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