You make it look easy but I'm sure a lot of practice is needed. I certainly find it easier to watch your tutorial than read directions in a book so thanks very much. - Lynn
@Jazzyjess49 You can use the two types of loops interchangeably, but the wrapped loop is more secure and provides a much stronger joint that is comparable to being soldered. I would recommend using the wrapped loop for all jewelry items, but you could get away with the p-loop for earrings.
Thank you so much for this tutorial. It was very helpful to be shown just how those loops are made. As with some of the other followers I have been struggling with them not knowing the correct technique. Now with some practice I should be able to master it. Thanks again for taking the time to show us. Lorraine
great tutorials! I had previously purchased a few bead strands, some wire and some tools but couldn't figure out how to get the loop to look correct. I've sat here for the past couple of hours practicing and they look pretty good (at least for me). Thanks for taking the time to put this together.
Superb Moniquie! I feel like I at least have a clue and can make use of the great beads DL gifted me with in my SSS on YPP. I agree with KimScrapper... you do make it look so easy. Practice, practice, practice... ;;D TFS again!
HI Moniquie, I have been wanting to make chunky charms for a while now. I bought some tools and plenty of beads. I have been discouraged to give it a try because I can't even put on a jump ring. (Really, I can't). Your directions are so clear and I am going to give it a try. Who knows, maybe I will have enough nerve to join a swap once I've had some practice. I added this series to my Pinterest board. Thank you so very much for taking your time from your busy schedule to help us out. I appreciate it very much! :) Diane
@lacefairy1 There is no such thing as a dumb question;) You can use the charms to create jewelry items, such as earrings and necklaces, but you can also use them to create fabulously chunky charms that a ton of people (including myself) attach to the binding of a mini album. I've added one to the binding of my "G45 Steampunk Debutante Mini Album". Check out part 4 of this tutorial series to see how they're made. I also attach the small charms to the end of tags to dress them up a bit :)
@gazajude There are so many types of cutters that an electrician would use. If the cutters have one flat side they should work just fine...you just have to make sure the tips are small enough to get a nice close cut at the end of your wrapped loops. I also received an email from someone who uses track cutters for use with small model railroad tracks. Thanks for providing another option, as the flush cutters are one of the most important tools, but (I think) are the hardest to find a good pair.
Hi Monique, Thank you so much for the tutorials. I have never ever got the loos right until you showed us. I have enjoyed all the step's, Just one Question, The Flush cutters, are they the same as the Electrian use's, they come in all sizes for cutting wire, will they work?. I have had a look at the smallest one's and they ook like your's! Tank you so much for the tutorials Happy New Year x Jude
Hi Monique, Thanks so much for the how to on making loops. I've always had trouble getting them right! I make jewelry for a couple of my girls for Christmas and always have trouble with those loops! I do have one question, when would you need to use a wrapped loop as opposed to a p-loop? Is the wraped one just to keep everything together (extra safety)? Since I have all my necessary supplies (except the pliers you use to straighten the wire) I'm going to create some charms. Thanks again
Monique, this has been THEE most helpful series on charm making/wrapping that I have seen!! And believe me I have seen plenty! (And plenty that were not particularly helpful.) I'm so glad I found yours. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this series. You helped explain so many things that were the problems I was facing all along! I just couldn't find the reasons/remedies/ answers till I found your tuts. So thank you SO much!! I am now farther along on the chunky charm I have been trying to make for MONTHS, yes MONTHS ..now that I have watched your vids. MAYBE now I can now finish it. ;) ((ALso...I must admit...being a dang perfectionist (I HATE IT) doesn't help matters either. But I WAS happy to see that you seem to be a little bit of a perfectionist...or just strive for finesse, as well. I liked that. It shows the pride you take in your craft. So again... thank you so much!! ♥♥♥ And hugs and kisses and all that. AND.....you now have another very happy new sub! :D
Thank you SO much for making a basics video. You're so easy to follow. What gauge pins are you using. I think the ones I have are too thick to wrap with. Thanks again for this wonderful video.
Fabulous, but I have to sound dumb here. What do you do with the charms? Are they only for jewelry making? I thought you were making them for mini albums or cards or some other paper craft. If so how do you use them? Could you explain for use newbies.
How do you do a teardrop bead that has a hole in the top going across the bead? It's over an 1/8", to get it to hang down. Please I'm having a terrible time with it. I ended up with 2 circles at the top.
You make it look easy but I'm sure a lot of practice is needed. I certainly find it easier to watch your tutorial than read directions in a book so thanks very much. - Lynn
@Jazzyjess49 You can use the two types of loops interchangeably, but the wrapped loop is more secure and provides a much stronger joint that is comparable to being soldered. I would recommend using the wrapped loop for all jewelry items, but you could get away with the p-loop for earrings.
Thank you so much for this tutorial. It was very helpful to be shown just how those loops are made. As with some of the other followers I have been struggling with them not knowing the correct technique. Now with some practice I should be able to master it.
Thanks again for taking the time to show us.
Lorraine
great tutorials! I had previously purchased a few bead strands, some wire and some tools but couldn't figure out how to get the loop to look correct. I've sat here for the past couple of hours practicing and they look pretty good (at least for me). Thanks for taking the time to put this together.
Superb Moniquie! I feel like I at least have a clue and can make use of the great beads DL gifted me with in my SSS on YPP. I agree with KimScrapper... you do make it look so easy. Practice, practice, practice... ;;D TFS again!
HI Moniquie, I have been wanting to make chunky charms for a while now. I bought some tools and plenty of beads. I have been discouraged to give it a try because I can't even put on a jump ring. (Really, I can't). Your directions are so clear and I am going to give it a try. Who knows, maybe I will have enough nerve to join a swap once I've had some practice. I added this series to my Pinterest board. Thank you so very much for taking your time from your busy schedule to help us out. I appreciate it very much! :) Diane
Wow! What a fabulous tutorial! You have inspired me to give charm making a try! Big thanks!
@lacefairy1 There is no such thing as a dumb question;) You can use the charms to create jewelry items, such as earrings and necklaces, but you can also use them to create fabulously chunky charms that a ton of people (including myself) attach to the binding of a mini album. I've added one to the binding of my "G45 Steampunk Debutante Mini Album". Check out part 4 of this tutorial series to see how they're made. I also attach the small charms to the end of tags to dress them up a bit :)
Huge Thanks for this - it is really helpful. I have been making it up as I go, but this will make a big difference! xxx Michelle
This was a great series! Thank you they are beautiful! TFS! ;0)
@gazajude There are so many types of cutters that an electrician would use. If the cutters have one flat side they should work just fine...you just have to make sure the tips are small enough to get a nice close cut at the end of your wrapped loops. I also received an email from someone who uses track cutters for use with small model railroad tracks. Thanks for providing another option, as the flush cutters are one of the most important tools, but (I think) are the hardest to find a good pair.
Hi Monique,
Thank you so much for the tutorials. I have never ever got the loos right until you showed us. I have enjoyed all the step's, Just one Question, The Flush cutters, are they the same as the Electrian use's, they come in all sizes for cutting wire, will they work?. I have had a look at the smallest one's and they ook like your's!
Tank you so much for the tutorials
Happy New Year
x Jude
Hi Monique, Thanks so much for the how to on making loops. I've always had trouble getting them right! I make jewelry for a couple of my girls for Christmas and always have trouble with those loops! I do have one question, when would you need to use a wrapped loop as opposed to a p-loop? Is the wraped one just to keep everything together (extra safety)? Since I have all my necessary supplies (except the pliers you use to straighten the wire) I'm going to create some charms. Thanks again
Monique, this has been THEE most helpful series on charm making/wrapping that I have seen!! And believe me I have seen plenty! (And plenty that were not particularly helpful.) I'm so glad I found yours. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this series. You helped explain so many things that were the problems I was facing all along! I just couldn't find the reasons/remedies/ answers till I found your tuts. So thank you SO much!! I am now farther along on the chunky charm I have been trying to make for MONTHS, yes MONTHS ..now that I have watched your vids. MAYBE now I can now finish it. ;) ((ALso...I must admit...being a dang perfectionist (I HATE IT) doesn't help matters either. But I WAS happy to see that you seem to be a little bit of a perfectionist...or just strive for finesse, as well. I liked that. It shows the pride you take in your craft. So again... thank you so much!!
♥♥♥ And hugs and kisses and all that. AND.....you now have another very happy new sub! :D
Thank you for the great tutorials on charms. I would like you to demonstrate how a charm is attached to a chain and/or hung from a mini album.
Thanks!
Thank you SO much for making a basics video. You're so easy to follow. What gauge pins are you using. I think the ones I have are too thick to wrap with. Thanks again for this wonderful video.
Fabulous, but I have to sound dumb here. What do you do with the charms? Are they only for jewelry making? I thought you were making them for mini albums or cards or some other paper craft. If so how do you use them? Could you explain for use newbies.
I've learned a lot, but I have to keep practicing
Great tutorial to follow as a new "header" hahaha
Can't get that loop!!!!
How do you do a teardrop bead that has a hole in the top going across the bead? It's over an 1/8", to get it to hang down. Please I'm having a terrible time with it. I ended up with 2 circles at the top.