You are welcome, and I absolutely mean everything that I said. You are so generous to share your knowledge here on youtube, and I just THANK YOU for your time and effort in doing this. I took some jewelry/metals classes in college, and your videos are great refreshers for me, and your silliness reminds me of my teacher's silliness. She would always smell the rubber cement etc and then tell us that we didn't see it. She was awesome. So are you. Thanks again.
You're videos are SOOO HELPFUL! Some of your tips would never be found in books or taught in classes- like the liquid paper stopping solder from flowing. We used yellow ochre for that, but it was messy and inconvenient to use. I wish more people would make videos like yours. Most jewelry making videos on here are wire wrapping and beading, not acual hand fabrication, smithing, forming etc. Thank you, thank you.
Hi Nancy, am new to the wonders of Jewelry and loving your videos and web site. As a suggestion I would recommend that if people are looking for a drill - I would recommend a battery version, they tend to be of a lesser torque and allow for better control. In the UK the cost of an entry level battery drill is very similar to a power drill. Also, one other advantage, they are lighter and easier to carry around, so not as much destruction to your normal studio when moving around. Finally I also use a hand drill ($6 online) and a bench vice. You can elect to tighten the drill against the wire or as I do clamp a cup hook or eye hook in the drill and fasten the wire to the hook. Gradually working through your videos, so far they are all excellent!! Thank You Andy UK
Hi Sara, Wow, you made me blush! Stop that! Thank you so much for the amazing comment, your words are appreciated. I do plan on publishing a book someday, and when I do I will definitely be announcing it on TH-cam. Take care, Nancy
Great video Nancy. When I twist wire I clamp it into my bench vise and pull the wire tight and twist with the drill. Great combinations of twisted wire here.
OH MY!!! I love you!! You sound exactly like me while describing tools. I use the word 'thingie' way to often and laugh when I do! Can't wait to check out more of your videos! Thank you!
Hi Jen, Thank you! Yes, it's a lot less painful and MUCH easier to use the drill. Don't forget to wear goggles and leather gloves! Have fun. Take care, Nancy
I just made a 54 strand torque for Uni, I really really wish I'd known about the drill thing before I started! Really enjoying your channel, Thank you :)
Thank you Nancy for this. Great ideas, loads of stimulus and I would buy the book straight away, no problem. Love your work. All the best. Allan and Zina.
No Nancy, not bad girl. Bad wire... Cool idea wrapping a contrasting wire around the outside. Very cool square wire ideas. I did have a good time, too. And nobody got hurt... Thanks!
These are amazing I love these designs! ☺ I am trying to learn how to make wire jewelry and it's difficult but video's like yours are so helpful! Thank you for sharing your amazing talent! Your channel is greatly appreciated! Blessings! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
im a newbie and i may have subscribed to your channel who knows lol but for 6 months Ive been watching all different vids on jewelery making and you really get to the point on some which is what i like and learning faster! i hope if you have some newer ones im not missing them... please let me know if you have time thanks again for sharing them :)
Wow, thanks for the wonderful comment. Made me blush. I have a lot of information in my brain (some, completely useless) but, as you've no doubt seen, have a bit of a problem recalling it all. So glad my videos have helped. Take care and have fun. Nancy
Thank you so much Mary Jane! Wow, beautiful comment. I love teaching via the videos because, you end up with an entire library of information. Love TH-cam (and of course, Google) - they have connected us all and made knowledge available to almost everyone. Thanks again for the fabulous comment, I do appreciate it! Take care. Nancy
Thank goodness you use a drill. I was beginning to think that I'd discovered the Holy Grail of jump rings (basically if a drill can do the job, who am I to stand in its way lol!).
Thank you for the idea.It was really helpful specially like me who is just starting to make wire projects.Im having a hard time doing it with my hand now i know i can use a machine drill to do it.
@ObscureCreations123 Thanks for the correct term. My other drawing tongs don't look anything like those so, there was no mental association between the two. Plus, I'm senile. Thanks again and thanks for watching. N
Nancy, I love your videos. Would love to actually take a class from you but you are miles and miles away from me. I am curious about something...what the heck are with the letters on your fingernails? I kept trying to figure out whether you were spelling something!
My personal favorite, was the last one you did. Many Moons (Years) ago when working in Jewelry, the guy's...yes only the guys soldiered, two were winding the wire, each with a screwdriver and twisting frim opposite sides of about 8 ft.. I walked in an said , wouldn't it be easier to bolt a headless nail or screw, on the table then use a drill while pulling it tight? They said girls??? I walked into the other room, then heard noise...guess what, girls know stuff too. Sorry this video brought back a memory. Haha
@nvrba Hi Nvrba, it gets more difficult, yes. But, I anneal the wires after they are twisted together and that makes them more flexible - especially if copper is involved. Hope this helps. N
Use a vice instead of the tongs as it gives you much more control and one of your arms is also freed up. Also, a cordless screw driver has a far better gear ratio and torque than the 110/220V type of drill which is more suited to lengths of 2 meters/yards and longer. Never use an electric drill (wired) with one hand. It's asking for trouble and worse still, you might damage your piece of jewellery ;) Just Sayin'
Thank you for an interesting video. My mind is racing - where is that old drill I've hardly used ... I also love to keep alive the old skills and techniques.
love it...you speak my language I too have clampy pliery thingies....I'm much less confused with you than on the sites where they seem to have a different name for round nose, flat nose and so on...If I see it like on your video I know what exact thingy it is lol! x
Hi, I was wondering what kind of pliers you are using in the video? I know you said you didn’t know what they were called. Is there any numbers or writing on them? I’ve showed a picture from the video to a bunch of people and no has a clue. Lol Thanks for your time.
hello nancy , ty for the videos they are great, i was wondering if you could help me, lately i have been trying to make wire jewelry but everytime i twist , bend or do anything with the wire i always seem to scratch it or tarnish it and it ruins my piece everytime... please help me..... sherry
Nancy, why not put the one of the wires in your bench vise, and then twist it with the drill? That would give you one less thing to have to hold on to.
I usually use anywhere from 28 -22 gauge. Sometimes, I just mix them all together. Experimentation might help you to determine which gauges work best for you! If you can twist it, it should work.
You are welcome, and I absolutely mean everything that I said. You are so generous to share your knowledge here on youtube, and I just THANK YOU for your time and effort in doing this. I took some jewelry/metals classes in college, and your videos are great refreshers for me, and your silliness reminds me of my teacher's silliness. She would always smell the rubber cement etc and then tell us that we didn't see it. She was awesome. So are you. Thanks again.
I loved this video! I am actually trying to teach myself wire wrapping but this is so pretty, and you are a "hoot" to watch. Thanks
Loved this video! Especially the "pretending in the studio" part. Looking forward to watching more of your work. Thank you.
You're videos are SOOO HELPFUL! Some of your tips would never be found in books or taught in classes- like the liquid paper stopping solder from flowing. We used yellow ochre for that, but it was messy and inconvenient to use. I wish more people would make videos like yours. Most jewelry making videos on here are wire wrapping and beading, not acual hand fabrication, smithing, forming etc.
Thank you, thank you.
Could watch you play with different wires all day! So inspired. I want to make a bunch of cuff bracelets. May be a tutorial on finishing the ends.
You are a trip, and my favorite person to watch on how to make jewlry. Thank you for keeping it fun and original
YOU are the biggest treasure in the business!
Hi Nancy, am new to the wonders of Jewelry and loving your videos and web site.
As a suggestion I would recommend that if people are looking for a drill - I would recommend a battery version, they tend to be of a lesser torque and allow for better control. In the UK the cost of an entry level battery drill is very similar to a power drill. Also, one other advantage, they are lighter and easier to carry around, so not as much destruction to your normal studio when moving around.
Finally I also use a hand drill ($6 online) and a bench vice. You can elect to tighten the drill against the wire or as I do clamp a cup hook or eye hook in the drill and fasten the wire to the hook.
Gradually working through your videos, so far they are all excellent!!
Thank You
Andy
UK
Hi Nancy, I love your BEAUTIFUL work and your down-to-earth attitude. Your videos are informative and fun/funny. Thank you!
Hi Sara, Wow, you made me blush! Stop that! Thank you so much for the amazing comment, your words are appreciated. I do plan on publishing a book someday, and when I do I will definitely be announcing it on TH-cam. Take care, Nancy
WOW! I am impressed by you - even after 6 straight hours! Go girl!!!!
Your art is very beautiful. Thank to share with us. The book is a excellent idea, especially if you want to preserve this legacy!!!
Loved this video. Thank you Nancy, again! Now just to figure out what to use the wire for in my designs.
Love your personality and I Always learn something when watching your videos!
Great video Nancy. When I twist wire I clamp it into my bench vise and pull the wire tight and twist with the drill. Great combinations of twisted wire here.
OH MY!!! I love you!! You sound exactly like me while describing tools. I use the word 'thingie' way to often and laugh when I do! Can't wait to check out more of your videos! Thank you!
Hi Jen, Thank you! Yes, it's a lot less painful and MUCH easier to use the drill. Don't forget to wear goggles and leather gloves! Have fun. Take care, Nancy
I just made a 54 strand torque for Uni, I really really wish I'd known about the drill thing before I started! Really enjoying your channel, Thank you :)
I just love your videos!!! I learn from every one, share with everyone and smile during each one!
Thank you Nancy for this. Great ideas, loads of stimulus and I would buy the book straight away, no problem. Love your work. All the best. Allan and Zina.
I just love your humor and personality
No Nancy, not bad girl. Bad wire... Cool idea wrapping a contrasting wire around the outside. Very cool square wire ideas. I did have a good time, too. And nobody got hurt... Thanks!
These are amazing I love these designs! ☺ I am trying to learn how to make wire jewelry and it's difficult but video's like yours are so helpful! Thank you for sharing your amazing talent! Your channel is greatly appreciated! Blessings! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
im a newbie and i may have subscribed to your channel who knows lol but for 6 months Ive been watching all different vids on jewelery making and you really get to the point on some which is what i like and learning faster! i hope if you have some newer ones im not missing them...
please let me know if you have time thanks again for sharing them :)
HOW COULD i miss this video before!!! thanks!!
Wow, thanks for the wonderful comment. Made me blush. I have a lot of information in my brain (some, completely useless) but, as you've no doubt seen, have a bit of a problem recalling it all. So glad my videos have helped. Take care and have fun. Nancy
Thank you so much Mary Jane! Wow, beautiful comment. I love teaching via the videos because, you end up with an entire library of information. Love TH-cam (and of course, Google) - they have connected us all and made knowledge available to almost everyone. Thanks again for the fabulous comment, I do appreciate it! Take care. Nancy
Im new to jewelry making, loved the video and your humor! Thank you
Oh... and that is awesome what you showed us!!! THANKS!!
OMFG!!!! Why didn't I think of using my drill!!!?? Thank you for the content!! Keep at it gurl!
Naaanccyy!! You're awesome! Using my drill to twist 🤯! Thanks for saving me time with solid technique. My fingers thank you as well! Stay safe🤙
Oh how I love you and this video! So good!!🤣🙌🏼🥰
You are SOO positive!! I'm going to send my better half over there.
Thanks Gayl01319. Appreciate the subscription and you taking the time to share your thoughts. Nancy
This is so cool! Thank you!
Hey digupstuff, thanks. I'm a workin' on the book and YES, the kitty is beautiful, if very pricey to maintain.
Thank goodness you use a drill. I was beginning to think that I'd discovered the Holy Grail of jump rings (basically if a drill can do the job, who am I to stand in its way lol!).
Thank you for the idea.It was really helpful specially like me who is just starting to make wire projects.Im having a hard time doing it with my hand now i know i can use a machine drill to do it.
I really like you and your video. you are so easy to follow and love your personality. also your cat is gorgeous.
You are such fun, thank you for these techniques.
I’ve been twisting by hand...thanks for opening my eyes
i LOVE YOUR GENIUS WORK . AND I LOVE YOUR NECKLACE TOO. I GUESS IT IS YOUR CREATION. GOOD LUCK.
Great wee films, amusing and informative at the same time.
@ObscureCreations123 Thanks for the correct term. My other drawing tongs don't look anything like those so, there was no mental association between the two. Plus, I'm senile. Thanks again and thanks for watching. N
Nancy, do you have any examples of pieces of jewelry where you have used some of the multiple wire wrapping coils?
Nancy, I love your videos. Would love to actually take a class from you but you are miles and miles away from me. I am curious about something...what the heck are with the letters on your fingernails? I kept trying to figure out whether you were spelling something!
I like putting a harder wire in the center & putting dead soft wrapping the harder wire to make French wire earrings
Oh my god funny video! love your very realistic talking style! so fun! thanks for sharing your tips!
Thank you Nancy from England
I would love for you to make a book on this I would buy it instantly thank you for sharing
Love your videos, thanks for your tutorial.
Can you talk about using the twisted wire for decoration, such as soldering it around a bezel. I've had problems with soldering twisted wire :-)
Beautiful tutorial. What gauges do you usually use for the wire?
Would like to see how you would end the fancy wire for bracelet making
Nice designs
hi if you hold the chuck while pressing the power button slow it'll tighten on its own
Thank you❤
you are so talented!
My personal favorite, was the last one you did.
Many Moons (Years) ago when working in Jewelry, the guy's...yes only the guys soldiered, two were winding the wire, each with a screwdriver and twisting frim opposite sides of about 8 ft.. I walked in an said , wouldn't it be easier to bolt a headless nail or screw, on the table then use a drill while pulling it tight? They said girls??? I walked into the other room, then heard noise...guess what, girls know stuff too. Sorry this video brought back a memory. Haha
@nvrba Hi Nvrba, it gets more difficult, yes. But, I anneal the wires after they are twisted together and that makes them more flexible - especially if copper is involved. Hope this helps. N
Nancy I love the wire twisting but how do you finish the ends?
Thanks
My question also
Thank you Nancy
Use a vice instead of the tongs as it gives you much more control and one of your arms is also freed up. Also, a cordless screw driver has a far better gear ratio and torque than the 110/220V type of drill which is more suited to lengths of 2 meters/yards and longer.
Never use an electric drill (wired) with one hand. It's asking for trouble and worse still, you might damage your piece of jewellery ;)
Just Sayin'
thanks for sharing nancy. i look forward to seeing more videos and your new book (just do it!). lulu is a cutie!!
Thank you for an interesting video. My mind is racing - where is that old drill I've hardly used ...
I also love to keep alive the old skills and techniques.
Wish you were running for president!
Love it, how do you finish the ends of the wires, thanks
love it...you speak my language I too have clampy pliery thingies....I'm much less confused with you than on the sites where they seem to have a different name for round nose, flat nose and so on...If I see it like on your video I know what exact thingy it is lol! x
Love the video, noticed you mentioned Victorian Jewelry, What are some good resources to view some of this work?
Do you have a video that shows how to solder twisted wire around a bezel?
I want an 8 inch length of twisted wire for a bangle, how long should the individual pieces of wire be before twisting?
Hi, I was wondering what kind of pliers you are using in the video? I know you said you didn’t know what they were called. Is there any numbers or writing on them? I’ve showed a picture from the video to a bunch of people and no has a clue. Lol Thanks for your time.
Thank you for the food for thought ...
hello nancy , ty for the videos they are great, i was wondering if you could help me, lately i have been trying to make wire jewelry but everytime i twist , bend or do anything with the wire i always seem to scratch it or tarnish it and it ruins my piece everytime... please help me..... sherry
Nancy, Is it hard to bend after you have more then one wire together?
Nancy, why not put the one of the wires in your bench vise, and then twist it with the drill? That would give you one less thing to have to hold on to.
Hello Nancy,
What do you do to the ends? Would you solder the wires together before shaping the whole unit? Hope you are well! Thank you,
Danielle
I plan to head out to the hardware store to ask for a "heavy-duty clampey plier-thingie".
@MsKalexa thanks and have fun!
Beautiful! Thank you. 😁✨💖✨💎✨
I enjoy your down to earth style.
thank you very much
Great inspiration for new projects!
Great info!!where do u buy your metal clay?
was that a heavy duty flush cutters round about 9 minutes ? If so where did you get them?
What gauge wire are you using here?
I usually use anywhere from 28 -22 gauge. Sometimes, I just mix them all together. Experimentation might help you to determine which gauges work best for you! If you can twist it, it should work.
Awesome thank you
What is the different between dead soft and Aluminium wire?
The material.
good show but what about the end of the wire
Did you write your book yet
I really like your video :D
Thank you so very much :)
those bulky pliers are call end nippers
Drawing tongs !
Yup. Thanks.
What do you do with the crockpot?
that's for pickling jewelry
thanks for video )))
toadally kewl ... and the unknown tool! haha
Blush, blush...
Unknown tool might be a bolt cutter.
unknown tool: draw pliers?
You didn't finish what you're about to say... About the 1800 they used to make jewelry... I was waiting for the story to finish. 😁
Is there such a place as Jewelers Hell? LOL