The Art of Wire
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Polishing Wire Wraps
A quick look at my process of getting a nice mirror shine on the thicker wire in my designs.
I know there are lots of different ways to polish jewelry, this is just one of the processes I use.
There are going to be more videos on polishing later, more like a tutorial style video and more in depth on some different tools that can be used.
This piece just ended up with such a nice polish I wanted to share the video I had on it.
Links for Sandpaper and Bristle Discs I use are on my website. - there are a lot of different options, I haven't explored them all yet.
These are the ones I use. 220 grit , 400 grit , pumice , 1 micron
They can be used on any rotary normal tool (dremel, flexshaft, maybe even a drill if it spins fast enough?)
I hope you enjoy the content!
Also, be sure to follow me at:
theartofwire
www.theartofwire.com
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Wire Wrap Prong Setting Tutorial
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Prong Setting Tutorial with Miles McDonald aka "The Art of Wire" In this video I show how to make a prong setting with only 1 main wire and 1 supporting wire. Recommended stone to wire size: 2mm stone = 26 gauge wire 4mm = 24 gauge 6mm = 22 gauge Feel free to adjust however you want! UPDATE: I am no longer managing a Patreon page, it is all at my website. I hope you enjoy the content! Also, be ...
Bracelet Mechanism HD
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A video to show the mechanism I used in the creation of "Semper Anticus". A stunning handmade bracelet featuring 108 faceted gemstones, color matched to the gradient of the beautiful fire agate. Extremely smooth fit and comfortable for weighing over half a pound. Handmade clasp and locking, fully adjustable mechanism to fit most sizes of wrists. Constructed purely from silver wire and gemstones...
Bracelet in the Sunlight HD
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"Semper Anticus" in the sun. A stunning handmade bracelet featuring 108 faceted gemstones, color matched to the gradient of the beautiful fire agate. Extremely smooth fit and comfortable for weighing over half a pound. Handmade clasp and locking, fully adjustable mechanism to fit most sizes of wrists. Constructed purely from silver wire and gemstones using only cold techniques. That means no ad...
Wire Wrapped Jewelry
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A collection of some of my favorite pieces the last couple years put to an epic soundtrack by Totem. ua-cam.com/channels/txmaSYaDzyegA-eqMc6Qbg.html soundcloud.com/totemuzik open.spotify.com/artist/0XnhFACleLPbScZ9c8TAIf Find more of my available pieces listed at: www.theartofwire.com Also, be sure to follow me at: theartofwire UPDATE: I am no longer managing a Patreon page, it is...
Official Bowtie Setting Tutorial
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The bowtie setting with round wire. Pioneered, perfected, filmed, and edited by Miles McDonald. This is my first video tutorial! UPDATE: I am no longer managing a Patreon page, it is all at my website now. UPADTE: I cut parts of the video that directed people towards my Patreon, so it will skip ahead in some parts. (at 4:14, ) In this video, I use 4mm garnets, 22 gauge round half hard wire and ...

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  • @raisakuperman1760
    @raisakuperman1760 20 днів тому

    Really cool! Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @jeremymccombs7059
    @jeremymccombs7059 Місяць тому

    Thank you to you and a handful of other artists who share more than the basics of wire wrapping! Truly appreciated!

  • @nikkifrance100
    @nikkifrance100 Місяць тому

    Hard to know what to say. Enormous thank you for your time and expertise

  • @beccapeterson4744
    @beccapeterson4744 3 місяці тому

    Oh my goodness!! I'm just learning to wrap and weave. What an amazing piece!!❤

  • @ludagibbons
    @ludagibbons 4 місяці тому

    You are an amazing wire wrapping artist.❤

  • @elizabethcollins3944
    @elizabethcollins3944 4 місяці тому

    I love it, thanks for sharing,

  • @TaiLayMienTay
    @TaiLayMienTay 6 місяців тому

    👍👍❤❤❤❤❤

  • @jillboehm-reyna834
    @jillboehm-reyna834 6 місяців тому

    These pieces are stunning. I so want to make a wedding set now! Never even thought about doing that. I could never achieve your level without a decade of solid practice. Your channel and pave’ setting are exquisite. That pendant with the peridot is so creatively designed. Thank you for sharing your work.

  • @kristibbradshaw
    @kristibbradshaw 6 місяців тому

    This is so interesting. Your tutorial and design is beautiful.

  • @PKeefe
    @PKeefe 7 місяців тому

    Impressive technique and clearly demonstrated. TYSM

  • @farrenrohana
    @farrenrohana 8 місяців тому

    So, no tutorials on your website yet? Or are you going to do that at all? Your work is incredible!

    • @TheArtofWire
      @TheArtofWire 8 місяців тому

      Thank you! Yes, they're all up there theartofwire.com/tutorials

    • @farrenrohana
      @farrenrohana 8 місяців тому

      @@TheArtofWire got it, I don't know why I didn't see it before. Thank you

  • @farrenrohana
    @farrenrohana 8 місяців тому

    My God!!!!!! ❤❤❤

  • @falgunibhavsar3529
    @falgunibhavsar3529 10 місяців тому

    Question, can this setting be used in a ring band?

  • @user-oh5rc6wu3n
    @user-oh5rc6wu3n 10 місяців тому

    how beautiful!⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝

  • @NewYorkCityGritty5
    @NewYorkCityGritty5 11 місяців тому

    You are so incredibly talented. I love watching you work.❤

  • @sandraphoenix441
    @sandraphoenix441 Рік тому

    That clasp is ingenious. Great invention.

  • @yohon5117
    @yohon5117 Рік тому

    Interesting

  • @ncnadinecreations4319
    @ncnadinecreations4319 Рік тому

    Thse are Absolutely wonderful

  • @gerrygarcia6127
    @gerrygarcia6127 Рік тому

    I have a couple pieces by you... Decided I wanted to try my hand at wire wrapping for fun and came across an instructional video by you... Funny lol 👍🏼🙏🏽❤️

  • @SkateRock7
    @SkateRock7 Рік тому

    This is awsome and looks so easy. I was trying to figure out what to do with these beautiful tiny emeralds I got from a gem show. Thank you so much for sharing this.

  • @helentew6393
    @helentew6393 Рік тому

    Very beautiful

  • @milliechalk8398
    @milliechalk8398 Рік тому

    Good god man ! How’s you figure that out? Absolutely brilliant!!!❤ 11:07

  • @shannonalexa4699
    @shannonalexa4699 Рік тому

    Anyone know the answer?

  • @shannonalexa4699
    @shannonalexa4699 Рік тому

    What's the smallest size stone you could do this with? I purchased a bunch of 1.5mm stones without realizing how small they were and I have no idea what to do with them.

    • @TheArtofWire
      @TheArtofWire Рік тому

      I and a few others have set 1.5mm stones with the bowtie setting. It's tiny and really hard to get it lining up, I even had to buy new tiny pliers

  • @DJSahnik
    @DJSahnik Рік тому

    Why not use the 6 micron?

  • @nailgypsy5737
    @nailgypsy5737 Рік тому

    I just ordered your tutorial ❤ my brother showed me ur amazing work can’t want to try and show you 😊

  • @annh3599
    @annh3599 Рік тому

    Thanks Miles! You make it look simple!

  • @lindsaylou2712
    @lindsaylou2712 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge and I really appreciate all the extra little things you tell us along the way. These are great for "the intermediate" learner.(Until today I have always referred to myself as a beginner!) 👍👏❤️

  • @anyascelticcreations
    @anyascelticcreations Рік тому

    Thank you! Do you feel this is strong enough to be worn as part of a pendant? Awesome video! I liked, sunscribed, and belled. 👍

  • @KARYNL101
    @KARYNL101 Рік тому

    Miles, hands down, you are the most talented wire wrapper and designer I have seen in my 15 years of working with tutorials and wire-wrapping. I cannot believe I finally have access to some of your videos! Thank you so much for getting me to the next level with my stone setting!

  • @desssa2008
    @desssa2008 2 роки тому

    WHAT PLIERS ARE YOU USING PLEASE?

    • @TheArtofWire
      @TheArtofWire Рік тому

      Listed at the bottom of my website on the tutorial page Theartofwire.com/tutorials

  • @lindak8664
    @lindak8664 2 роки тому

    Oh, wow! That’s magnificent! The bracelet itself, and the adjustable catch design. I’d buy that in a heartbeat. 🏆🥇🧡💚🤍

  • @mystellaluminosa
    @mystellaluminosa 2 роки тому

    Complimenti e grazie per la condivisione

  • @jhonmanjarres
    @jhonmanjarres 2 роки тому

    tremendo nivel... muchas felicitaciones por tu exelente trabajo...muy inspirador...

  • @poolboy4316
    @poolboy4316 2 роки тому

    Thanks pops, quick question tho, what should I look for when considering buying a hand drill

  • @pollyblack4432
    @pollyblack4432 2 роки тому

    Absolutely Beautiful!!!!!!!

  • @chippy9822
    @chippy9822 2 роки тому

    I’m curious about how much you sell this piece for

  • @chippy9822
    @chippy9822 2 роки тому

    This made a huge difference in how I set my stone

  • @chippy9822
    @chippy9822 2 роки тому

    Great explanation thank you so very much

  • @user-ht9tx1ll1l
    @user-ht9tx1ll1l 2 роки тому

    WaW !!! ... Sooo lovely 👍😍👌

  • @annewillie7
    @annewillie7 2 роки тому

    Give it ✳️✳️✳️✳️✳️...for the beautiful setting and those gems!

  • @perrycummings4848
    @perrycummings4848 2 роки тому

    Ok, I guess I need to start saving up! 😅

  • @perrycummings4848
    @perrycummings4848 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this amazing tutorial! You are an amazing artist 🥰

  • @trishcollier1175
    @trishcollier1175 2 роки тому

    WOW!! Gorgeous!!

  • @christinewessels4586
    @christinewessels4586 2 роки тому

    I am so impressed! I’ve only been wrapping for 6 months or so and have been doing tutorials for specific pieces of jewelry, but I’m realizing that I need to learn more of the nuts and bolts before I can start to design the kinds of things I want to, so while I imagine designs and keep a little notebook, I can now add this design as an element to some of my ideas. This is awesome! For someone like me, who’s disabled and lives alone during Covid, depression has been very hard and this new hobby has really helped me to battle it. Thank you for making free tutorials like this. Do you have a page on Facebook? If I use this approach I definitely want to give credit. I make sure to do that with everything I make right now because none of my work is original, yet. 😉

    • @TheArtofWire
      @TheArtofWire Рік тому

      Thank you! Yeah here's my Facebook Facebook.com/theartofwire

  • @christinewessels4586
    @christinewessels4586 2 роки тому

    I have always struggled with making this particular setting and your tutorial really cleared up some of the mechanics of the structure. I will definitely be checking out your other tutorials. Thanks!

  • @rubinador
    @rubinador 2 роки тому

    These are gorgeous! Can I some how incorporate them into a ring?

    • @TheArtofWire
      @TheArtofWire Рік тому

      Thanks! Yeah totally, check out my Instagram for examples of how I've used them. instagram.com/theartofwire

  • @brookestargazer9069
    @brookestargazer9069 2 роки тому

    thank you!

  • @countrylife392
    @countrylife392 2 роки тому

    I love the setting but boy I'm having a hard time with it

  • @jennifermelvin8038
    @jennifermelvin8038 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much!! They are beautiful!! I was wanting to know how to incorporate real gemstones in my wire works!!! Please do more tutorials!!