New! Golden Labradorite, Reversible Wire Weaved Pendant!

I'm very happy with how this came out!  The golden tones of this Labradorite stone are gorgeous on both sides... I couldn't help but wrap this in a reversible design to give you the best of all the stone's beauty.  It's available in my store so I hope you'll come shop!  Meantime... here's the closeup eye candy. xox

 
 

 

New! Symbols of Love and Life, Tree of Life Wire Wrapped Pendants by Perfectly Twisted Jewelry

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Some new Tree of Life pendants are available in my store and ready for early holiday shopping!
Click each image to enlarge for a close up of these beautiful creations.

I also sell wire wrap and wire weave jewelry tutorials, including a Tree of Life pendant tutorial.
Enjoy!  Thank you always for your continued support.

I started making these trees about 2 years ago and have just fallen in love with creating them.  I am very inspired by walks in nature and express that beauty in my designs.   I hope you enjoy!

Orange tree - Carnelian stones, Aug / Sept Birthstones
Red tree - Red Garnet and Carnelian faceted gemstones. Jan / Sept
Green tree - Emeralds and Peridot. May / Aug
Yellow tree - Citrine. November Birthstone

Red Jasper stone (image 4)

 

 

 

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New! Youtube video of beautiful wire wrapped jewelry in my Perfectly Twisted Etsy store... https://www.etsy.com/shop/PerfectlyTwisted

Please come shop early for the holidays!  Watch the video full screen for a closer view of the jewelry.
You can also visit my Pinterest gallery for more images and direct links to items for sale.


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New Labradorite Reversible Pendant!

This gorgeous pendant is listed for sale in my Etsy jewelry store.  I'm showing it here (to show it off) but also to show additional photos of this stunning piece.  The electric blue color flashes bright on both sides without effort... it remains one of my most favorite materials.

Enjoy!  And shop early, they go fast.... click each image to enlarge of a nice close up.
Go to the shop listing by clicking here

 

 

Wire Wrapped Tree of Life Designs - https://www.etsy.com/shop/PerfectlyTwisted

Well I've made it back to Colorado!  I've only been here a few weeks but am enjoying 'being home' very much.  It's taken some time but I'm slowly getting settled and I've managed to make a few new trees.  Once my studio is fully back in order, I intend to publish more 'tree'  tutorials to help you create some of these as well as some past popular tree designs of mine.  So be sure to visit my Etsy jewelry store or here to be on the look out for those!

In the meantime... you can get started with this simple and basic 'Money Tree' tutorial.  From the techniques I provide in the project, you will be able to let your imagination soar and create trees of endless shapes.  Enjoy!  and thank you always, for your continued support.


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Tourmaline Gemstone Wire Wrapped Tree of Life Bonsai Pendant Necklace 

This pendant measures 2 inches in length by 1 1/2 inches wide.
It comes with an 18 inch solid copper chain and handmade solid copper clasp.

Click here  and go directly to the listing for prices and more details.

Mystic Tree of Life Pendant, Labradorite and Iolite Faceted Gemstones

This unique and gorgeous Bonsai has a generous canopy of beautiful Iolite and  Labradorite, faceted gemstone beads. Each have been carefully 'sewn' onto the tree for durability as well as a mystical blend of color and flash....

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Wire Wrapped Bonsai Pendant, Peridot and Emeralds

The tree is approximately 2 inches in height and approximately 1 1/4 inches wide, at the widest point. It comes with a 18 inch solid copper chain and handmade clasp....

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Wire Wrapped Bonsai Tree of Life Pendant, Aqua Marine and Labradorite

The silvery blue/green flash of Labradorite compliment the vibrant color of aquamarine. It's a gorgeous and unique piece to add to your beautiful jewelry collection...

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A Perfect Symbol of Love and Life... New in my store! Tree of Life Wire Wrapped Pendants by https://www.etsy.com/shop/PerfectlyTwisted

A new grove of wire wrapped Tree of Life pendants in my store!  A perfect symbol of love and life, ready for your special someone on Valentine's Day!  Click each image to enlarge and please visit my Etsy jewelry store to purchase any of these beauties.
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Making some progress... a sneak peak at what I'm wrapping up...

This is a gorgeous piece of Imperial Jasper (at least that's the vote from several friends, I couldn't remember what the stone was as I purchased it a while ago)...


I'm using 18 gauge raw copper wires for the frame and both 28g and 30g wires for the weave.

 This is a shot of the backside.  Because this is a cut cabochon, no drill holes, I've made a spiral back to sit the stone against.

You can click each of these images for a nice close up.

The finished piece is available in my Etsy jewelry store...
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Christmas Holiday Gift Items in Stock! https://www.etsy.com/shop/PerfectlyTwisted

Well I've made a huge push since the holidays are quickly coming!  There are a ton of new items in my Etsy jewelry store, ready in plenty of time for your online holiday gift giving!  I ship all around the world, so have a look at what's new!  Visit my store for more items, the details and prices!  Click each image for a close up.

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Holiday Shopping! It's time to start

These beautiful, one of a kind, 

handmade wire wrapped jewelry pieces can 

be purchased from my Etsy store ... 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/PerfectlyTwisted 

If you're interested in something that has already sold, please consider to contact me for a custom order.

New in my store! The Money Tree Pendant, Wire Wrapped Braided Bonsai, Peridot & Emerald beads

Just some inspiration for you, I hope!  :)) These are my latest tree creations... I expanded my Tree of Life Bonsai into a Braided Money Tree Bonsai... I consider it a tree of life also!

Enjoy the eye candy and visit my store to purchase any of these beautiful wire tree creations.  I share this basic tree design in a tutorial also!  Enjoy and thank you always, for your wonderful support and encouragement!

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Click each image to enlarge

 

New!!! TUTORIAL, The Money Tree! Wire Wrapped Pendant, DIY, Wire Jewelry Pattern, Wire Wrapped Tree of Life Pendant, a Perfectly Twisted Jewelry design

 The Money Tree IS a tree of life! ;) 
May we all have wisdom, strength, health and prosperity.

Learn how to create this gorgeous and unique wire tree pendant. There are many styles of wire wrapped trees available... many beautiful Tree of Life pendant tutorials, so I thought I'd give you something a bit different. This is a twisted, braided, Money Tree bonsai, that I hope gives you endless amounts of fun. 

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You can purchase this awesome project from my Etsy jewelry store.  Click HERE to go directly there.

This fairly simple project has 31 detailed steps, backed up with 130 clear and close 
up images, on 18 pages. I think this tutorial can be enjoyed by all skill levels, given some considerations...

Considerations:

• There are a lot of 'twisting' wrist motions to complete this project... so, know Thyself ;)
• You will be working with very thin wire and snipping ends. Work on a surface that can easily be cleared by simply shaking it off, such as the surface of plain paper. I work on grid paper.
• You will be beading very small chips (approx. 3mm), make sure to have a good light source.
• This tutorial only covers making the pendant and does not cover creating a chain or finishing one. 

Supplies: All wire is Dead Soft, Round, Copper

• A spool of 30 gauge, copper wire (50 feet) - Sounds like a lot, but it's not - email me if you have questions about this size wire.
• 16 gauge
• 20 gauge
• Several Peridot and Emerald chip beads, approx 3mm

Tools:

• Round nose pliers
• Flat nose pliers
• Nylon Jaw pliers
• Wire Cutters
• Dowel, approx 8 to 10mm diameter (Pencil works)
• Dowel, 1.5 x 1.5 inches in diameter (Aspirin bottle lid works, round lotion bottle, etc)
• Optional - Hammer and Anvil

Feel free to contact me if you have questions or need help finding supplies. This tutorial is an INSTANT DOWNLOAD.

Getting Started - Before you get started making wire wrapped jewelry...

I get many emails asking what it takes to get started in this beautiful art form.  That's much more of a loaded question than one might realize as this art form, is about as endless as imagination itself.  :))

Having said that, I've decided to give a post on what I consider to be the very basics and how to figure out exactly where that 'start point' might be.

First, I'll give you the 'short cut', do it now, impulse driven, dive in method and then I'll describe the details of what it will take when you decide you're sticking with it.

It can be expensive to just dive in, considering there are tons of different tools that can be needed, depending on what type of jewelry you're interested in making.  Rings for example, require a ring mandrel.  Flattened wire requires a hammer and also then a steel bench block.  Pendants require a dowel of some sort to create a bale.

So before you buy anything, if you're brand new to making wire jewelry,

• Think about what you want to make as your first project.  
• Look at a ton of images on the internet for ideas and inspiration, get to know what you 'like', what you're drawn to, what excites you, to know what you might want to make.  
• As you look at and are inspired by images, pay attention to tools and materials being used or
  
  information on what it would take to create such a piece.
• See if there are 'additional skill sets' required to complete the desired project.  You might need to solder for example and if that's more than you want to learn in order to create wire jewelry, then perhaps you need to consider a different project... OR put your mind to learning soldering too! ;)
• Learn a bit about the 'metal' and how the wire will behave. Wire comes in many gauges, shapes and tensile strengths, all good for different purposes.  
• Learn what it takes to 'complete' a piece... does it require earring hooks?  A pendant bale?  Links, head pins, additional beads, chain, clasps?

Here are some links to my Pinterest galleries:

My Perfectly Twisted Jewelry for inspiration!
http://www.pinterest.com/izzygumbo/my-wire-jewelry/
Wire and Beaded Inspiration - A collection of other amazing wire & beaded jewelry artists and their works
http://www.pinterest.com/izzygumbo/wire-beaded-inspiration/
Wire Findings - A collection of 'beautiful finishes' on jewelry
http://www.pinterest.com/izzygumbo/wire-findings/

Be inspired by all the gorgeous beads and cabochon!
http://www.pinterest.com/izzygumbo/jewelry-supplies/

Look through free wire Jewelry patterns and tutorials:
http://www.pinterest.com/izzygumbo/jewelry-patterns-tutorials/
and remember to note the tools and materials needed (keep it simple to start with)...

Get the tools and supplies appropriate for your project.  Start with simple materials, craft or copper wires rather than precious metals, beads with holes that are easy to work with.  Visit your local hobby / craft store (Michael's or Hobby Lobby are awesome for beginner supplies).  Purchase a starter tool kit which should contain wire cutters and various pliers, find some fun and beautiful beads and any findings needed if you're not making your own.

Get a flat table cleared, some good overhead lighting or a bright table lamp and a good chair.  You're ready to dive in and just "make something!"  You'll love it and you'll find it a quickly addicting sensation, especially when you put your beautiful wire jewelry on your body!  The realization that you can make more and make anything you want, washes over you and that's all it takes... you're ready for more information on how to turn this delightful hobby into a blissful and loved art form...

Getting Started for Real...
Tools for Making Wire Wrapped and Beaded Jewelry
Jewelry Measurement, Helpful Charts
Health and Posture at the Jewelry Table
Your Jewelry Work Space

Google and study up how to make wire wrapped jewelry.   My ways are only my own suggestions based on my own experiences.  I'm self taught via Google, Youtube and several months of hunting down free tutorials, plus a few I purchased.  :))

Enjoy the exploration... there is a world of wonderful information out on the internet. Youtube offers many free jewelry making video tutorials, so look into them and enjoy!  I have a link under the header of my blog page if you're interested.  I've learned from the videos, I also scout out and update my links to other free tutorials offered by other artists.  Be sure to check back with the Pinterest links above and my blog, for new content.



Have fun!  I hope you found all this helpful.
Visit my Etsy jewelry store and shop for unique one of a kind, quality handmade wire jewelry!
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While there, visit my wire jewelry tutorials and learn to make more complex wire wrapped jewelry designs.