All posts by dalecgr

  • Daily Wire Tip: Transferring Designs from Craft Wire to Argentium Wire

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip Question: I make wire wrapped rosaries using a 22-gauge copper non-tarnish silver craft wire. What would I need to use in Argentium® wire? Still 22-gauge? Hard or soft? Thanks for your help....

    • Posted September 24, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip: Fixing Falling Bracelets

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip Question: I made a bracelet with six wires and a black onyx as the focal stone. My customer told me that the onyx falls down to the inside of her wrist when...

    • Posted September 23, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 23: Converting Troy Ounces to Feet of Wire

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 23, 2010 Question: I am having trouble with the troy ounce-to-feet conversion when buying wire of different gauges. Is there a conversion table I can follow so I can know...

    • Posted September 22, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 22: Non-Tarnish Wire and Children’s Jewelry

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 22, 2010 Question: Would non-tarnish wire be a good wire to use for kids’ rings? Also, what would be a good price to charge for the ring? -PJ in Louisville,...

    • Posted September 21, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 21: Emerald-Cut Stones

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 21, 2010 Question: When seeking emerald-cut stones, what do I need to request in order to get stones beveled on the corners to facilitate prong placement? -Nancy in Ellijay, Georgia...

    • Posted September 20, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 20: Colored Wire and Draw Plates

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 20, 2010 Question: What is the best way to maintain the color of permanently colored copper wire when it is pulled through a draw plate for Viking weave or knit?...

    • Posted September 19, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 19: Can You Salvage Nicked Pliers?

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 19, 2010 Question: I have some tiny nicks on my wire cutters. What can I use to remove the nicks and not ruin the cutters? -Gayle in Maycomb, Illinois Answer:...

    • Posted September 18, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 18: Making a Wire Frame without a Girdle

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 18, 2010 Question: I have just completed the cab bracelet like the one on the cover of Dale’s book with a turquoise cabochon. This cab had a girdle on it....

    • Posted September 17, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 17: Making Same Size Loops with Round Nose Pliers

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 17, 2010 Question: I finally had the chance to buy your Wirework book, and Dale, let me tell you, it is wonderful. I was looking through it last evening, and...

    • Posted September 16, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 16: Traditional Gemstone Pendant Wrapping

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 16, 2010 Question: When wrapping gemstones, I put the flat side to the front, and the more faceted, “pointy” side toward the back, next to the body. My friend was...

    • Posted September 15, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 15: Wire Wrapping Beads as Cabochons

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 15, 2010 Question: I have two very large (30 x 40mm) turquoise beads, drilled through the long side, that I would like to wire wrap as a gift for my...

    • Posted September 14, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 14: Fine Silver and Wirewrapping

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 14, 2010 Question: Is fine silver wire a good choice for wirewrapping of any kind? I would think that it might be too soft. Curious to hear your thoughts. Thank...

    • Posted September 13, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 13: Display Case Discussions

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 13, 2010 Question: What are the best and cheapest display cases for displaying jewelry, and how can I make my own? -Pamela in New Hudson, Michigan Answer: By answering this...

    • Posted September 12, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 12: Bracelet Hook Ideas

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 12, 2010 Question: I make freeform sterling silver wire wrapped bracelets. One end is a spiral, the other is formed into a hook. Any tips on making the hook look...

    • Posted September 11, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 11: Home Jewelry Party Tips

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 11, 2010 Question: If I’m going to do a Home Jewelry Parties and have invited approximately 10 guests, how much jewelry should I have on hand to sell? Or should...

    • Posted September 10, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 10: Argentium vs. Fine Silver

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for September 10, 2010 Question: Are Argentium Silver and Fine Silver one and the same? -Kathy in Des Plaines, Illinois Answer: No, these terms describe two different products. Argentium Silver is an...

    • Posted September 9, 2010
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