Fine Art Wire Weaving: Weaving Techniques for Stunning Jewelry Designs

This book is full of the most gorgeous wire work projects. I'm dying to try several of these projects. The instructions and photos are clear, and I think even a novice wire worker like me can handle these projects. It's a beautiful book!Tonight I tried her Florence pendant, and I'm really pleased with my results. I'm a virtual novice and was able to understand the instructions. I'll add a photo of my first piece from this book. I will be making another for myself, as the blue one is a gift for a friend.

I'm giving this book 5 stars for the content, but do not order the Kindle version. I am going to see if I can return it, the pictures are horrible quality! You can't even see the weaves. Love your designs - great instructions - was of money for the Kindle version. Very disappointed :(

I am experienced with wire weaving and found that the instructions at times were confusing with regard to which wire was being referenced. Also, the photos are too small and the book could have benefitted from more photos to reduce the amount of confusion with the text. If a new wire worker is reading this text, confusion shall occur.

Sarah Thompson is one of my favourite artisans , her works are just so gorgeous ! And this book is well worth the money !! It's cheap too !I always buy tutorials online ,price range from 7 bucks All the way to 300 bucks , and this book is less than 20! I am positive that this book is worth every penny .Can't wait to buy Sarah's second book !I've uploaded some pieces pix I made from this book.

This is a great beginners book on wire wrapping techniques. Thompson gives some useful tips on how to hold wires together while beginning a new wrap, as well as how to make the job easier on the hands and a few other things. Descriptions of how to do the weaves is a little cumbersome, but that's probably to be expected when attempting to describe such intricate crafts to a newbie.There's one gaping flaw, however. The step by step photos are barely more than thumbnails, and they are disappointingly low quality. Zooming in on them results in fuzzy pictures which are completely useless. I purchased the Kindle version of the book and have an HD Fire tablet, so I expected better quality photos than that. Fortunately I have a small amount of experience with wire wrapping to draw on and can figure it out. Those who are just getting started in wire wrapping might need to search for example photos online to help them understand the different weaves.Despite that flaw, I still think this is worth buying. It's inexpensive when compared with other books on the topic, which means a smaller investment for those trying to decide if they want to delve deeper into this craft. This book keeps things simple enough for a true beginner, unlike all too many books out there.

You'll need a bib while reading Ms. Thompson's Fine Art Wire Weaving book because you will be drooling over the lovely pieces she has created. This is not a true beginner's book but it's not limited to advanced wire artists. I'd say this book is best for anyone with at least some knowledge of wire weaving. It is also chock full of inspirational designs and ideas even for an advanced wire artist.I really liked her Tools section. Sarah has included what I feel are necessary tools that other wire books don't even mention. For instance, a wooden jeweler's ring clamp (which I immediately ordered from Amazon). Her section on detailing the different types of wire along with their plusses and minuses is invaluable since the wrong wire only leads to frustration. And her tip about paddling the ends and using a butane torch to ball the ends (I use my Creme Brulee torch and it works perfectly) makes the finished product look much more professional and artistic.My complaint has nothing to do with the author, but has all to do with Interweave. Their instructional books seem to use less photos than the directions might require and the photos aren't as sharp and clear as most of us are used to in the 21st century.

Fantastic artist with incredible wire work. I have been making jewelry for several years but used wire work for components only. I just did not care for so much of the wire work I saw. This artist has beautiful designs with delicate scrollwork and wrapping. I was truly mesmerized as i first went through this book. Her techniques will take time and commitment to master as all good techniques do. I am starting with the components first. She has good explanations, tips, and pictures to start you on your way. The book arrived super quick in perfect condition. Very happy with the seller. Buying used was 65% less than cover price.

I simply love this book! Easy to follow and very inspirational. If you are interested in wire weaving and wrapping at all this book is a must have. I have a array of wire weaving and wire wrapping books and while they are all good this one is more understandable and up to date. I don't mimic others artists work so I don't do the tutorials but the techniques are excellent for my own work. Thanks a lot Sarah Thompson, you're the best at your art.

I ordered this book in advance of its publication. I love Sarah Thompson's jewellery so I eagerly awaited the book's arrival. I was not disappointed.This is a fabulous book. Her writing style shows what a good teacher she is and I don't think there is a single project in the book that I don't want to make. I have made a couple already and, even though I have been wire weaving for quite a while, I have learnt several tips and tricks to make working easier and make thi finished product neater and more professional.I highly recommend this book for all levels of wire work as the instructions are super-clear and easy to follow. The more difficult projects are broken down so that they don't seem so daunting.

I haven't fully read this yet, but what I have read is detailed and useful, for anyone who wants to make professional quality wire jewellery, using assorted professional techniques, such as heating, melting, pickling, tumbling etc.. Which I do, eventually, so for me it's a resource in waiting. What I was actually looking for was an instruction/text book for where I am now about making jewellery by actually weaving wire... real weaving... on an actual loom..., which this isn't. So, I'll keep looking and when I get to the level of this book, I'll happily use it then.

The book has some nice designs and technical info is clear and comprehensive (tools and basics). However i have plenty of other books for this. I specifically wanted some help with wire work and weaving.For a beginner there is a lot of text around the weaves with lots of wire sizes (in American which adds to confusion, you have to translate at the same time you try to follow the weaving instructions). It would have helped if the pictures were clearer but they are very small and low res and when you zoom out they are completely blurred (Kindle version).Its worth persevering but as I beginner I will find a different book first to learn the weaves.

Plenty of novel and expertly described projects here for relative novice as well as more advanced jewellery makers. As a more advanced wire worker I am always looking for inspiration that goes beyond the basic level and this book has been just what I was looking for.I particularly liked the suggestions and alternatives for how each project could be elaborated using alternative and extended design options.I have found many uses for the modified sumac weave in my own projects - it lends a professional look to some external projects where I thought the original suggested weave was looking messy or loose.Highly recommended and worth every penny you spend on this reasonable priced book.

Brilliant. I'm just a beginner but find this book very helpful. I like complicated challenges. Practice makes perfect. For me I'm still trying to use the right Guage wire and get it to do what looks so easy in the book. Definitely recommend this book but also highly recommend looking up wire weaving on YouTube.