Wire work can be frustrating. It really does takes a lot of practice to do consistent wire wrapping. Tucking in wire tails neatly? That is another challenge too!
So you should read Perri Jackson of Shaktipaj Designs' blog post which goes over how she finishes wire tails neatly so they stay down so they don't snag or create awkward spaces when next to beads.
Time to start practicing?
Before You Go:
Original Post by THE BEADING GEM
Jewelry Making Tips - Jewelry Business Tips
So you should read Perri Jackson of Shaktipaj Designs' blog post which goes over how she finishes wire tails neatly so they stay down so they don't snag or create awkward spaces when next to beads.
Time to start practicing?
Before You Go:
- What to Do if Your Tools Mark Jewelry Wire
- 3 Ways to Stop Spool Wire from Uncoiling
- Repurposing Jewelry Findings
Original Post by THE BEADING GEM
Jewelry Making Tips - Jewelry Business Tips
A wonderful finishing tip! Thank you so much for sharing this, Pearl. I love Perri's work.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! What an awesome tip. I prefer to use wire and always fight with those tails.
ReplyDeletePerri does wonderful work and was so kind enough to share what to do with those pesky wire tails!
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