I’ve recently moved into a senior apt bldg and joined a knitting crochet club. I’m a beginner and crocheting string bracelets with pony beads. I would like to try the wire crochet too. They are very pretty and look sturdy. It would be fun to use drilled beach glass and shells for an ocean theme. Very well done narration and closeup video. Thank you. 🥰🍁🦃
Thank you for the tutorial! It is amazing. I am an experienced crocheter but this truly opens up a whole new world and possibility for crochet jewelry for me. Thank you😉
I crochet alot and a friend of mine told me about metal crochet. This was new to me and I felt it might be a bit too much but as it turns out you made it look so easy. I'm for sure going to give it a try . Thank you so much.
Beaded Wire Crochet!!!! How awesome! :D Thank you so much for this video tutorial! I've been crocheting with yarn and thread since I was a young child (5 years old!) and recently got into making tubular peyote bead crochet bangles. I've always wondered how these wispy, almost ethereal wire bracelets and necklaces were made. and now I know! (yay!!!) It's so nice to see that my beaded tubular crochet knowledge is the perfect segue-way to learning beaded wire crochet. And I already have all the materials needed. So all that's left is to try my hand at it! Woot Woot!! :D Thanks again!
wow, now i can learn this one, I love that Bracelet i am sure going to try to make one. thank you you so much. I love making and crafting I am a retired person .not by choice but i have to stay busy with my hands .I love art and can bring it all out with all the things I SEE HERE ... Thank you for your web site. God bless
crochet bracelet fabulous I really love crocheting that's my hobby. now I have some thing else to do . thanks for sharing. I'll give your video a five star *****
excellent tutorial for beginners! I didn't know how to hold the crochet and it kept falling through my fingers until I found your video and finally learnt the correct technique. thanks so much! I can't wait to try crocheting wire.
Very nice vid, thank you. For any yarners out there, yes, normally when doing your rows you would go through the top two loops, but you don't have to do that with wire. I've been making these for a few years now and it's up to your own imagination what you want to create. If you go through the two loops then your wire has more holes and tends to loose a little definition. Thanks again Mel!
Excellent work!! Thank you so much for taking the time to show this to us!!! You expalin everything with details!!! Really kind of you! Thank you! Keep sharing nice ideas with us!
Thank you so much I also crochet but this is so exciting to do wire jewelry and a new way of making something Special wonderfully explained Lesson on the bracelet Angels bless you for the new craft.
This is great! I have been crocheting with yarn for a while and saw some crocheted wire jewelry on Pinterest. Thought it would be overwhelming learning how to convert from yarn to wire, but watching this it doesn't seem that bad at all! Gorgeous! Going to the craft store today :)
Hi Mel! Thank you so much for such a detailed and soooo well explained tutorial! The bracelets are wonderful! i'll try one very soon... Thanks again for such a good one
Amazing love your Chanel .going to make a bracelet .am a florist so no wire .ive been crocheting since i was 14 year old so think I will love the wire work thankyou xxxx
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Did you first try with yarn? If so - did it ball up when you did it with the yarn? It sounds like you may be able to crochet a little looser - you may be tending to do it a little tight which can have it bunching up a bit.
Great video. Love the way you took the time to get the crocheting straight. On another note, I really liked your earrings in this video - have you do one for them?
Hi, We do not have a specific class to make Mel's earrings. We do however have a class on wrapping briolettes which are showcased in the earrings. Mel teaches this class as well and it's great!. Click the link below to check it out. www.beaducation.com/online_classes/162
Maybe you can help. First of all, about the base metal used. I understand some sterling silver/fine silver is used more so than base metals when wire wrapping etc. And I do understand they can be hard on the hands/wrists while working (as I too use them in wire wrapping). But, what about allergies for those who cannot use some metals? Are there any of these types of spooled metals (which btw, where can we find them spooled like that?) that will not cause people with sensitive skin, to have any problems wearing them? Also, can this be done using metallic threads? And are there any metallic yarns out there, that are not so weighty, to use in place of the spooled metals? Appreciate your help in answering these questions! :) Thank you!
Loved your lesson. Sometimes my back is really a mess and I lie down and continue doing my stuff. I have never done crochet with wire but I am going to try it out. What I would like to know is if I can use nylon wiring or clear colors bead string wire? Once again thank you and I'll appreciate any insight you can other of other kinds of wire.
beaducation Thank you so much for your reply. Here in the Northeast of Brazil it's hard to find good wire to work with. I received a gift of different wires from Americans who came to work at the company I was teaching English at in my city but only now you have given me an option of how to use them. Once again thank you.
I made a bracelet the only thing I need is to add closeing crimps. I used some color beads I had for so many years , which I never used it beautiful. it was for practice. now I try with other bead's .thanks !!
Good job Sara! I am glad you are enjoying the class. If you haven't already, please subscribe to this channel to see more great jewelry making videos!! goo.gl/29bmpC
I'm curious with the wire crochet do you go through just the back loop versus both back and front/ "V" as you do with crochet? I noticed you weren't going under both loops in the yarn crochet demonstration part. Thanks! Love your videos btw!! :)
+D' Gypsy I'm not sure about this question. I know that I crochet the yarn and the wire the same way if that is helpful information? I think Step 3 is a good one to be able to look at again. I pull through one loop, take more wire and then pull through the two loops on the hook. Just let me know if there is other information I am able to give. Thanks for watching!
I have the same question. Yes, it seems as if she is going through the back loop only. This is not standard crochet technique, and I wish she would say so.
Hi! +FrothingFanboy and +D' Gypsy I asked Mel, and here is her response: "I do just go through the back loop - you CAN go through both - but I find that it is a little harder to go through both loops with the wire as it is stiffer and harder to manipulate once you are factoring in the beads as well :)"
im an experienced crocheter but have a question..... i did not see you do a turning chain and my mind keeps shouting at me that you would lose a stitch each row. so what am i missing to make sense in my head?
You can do a turning chain - honestly this project is meant to be free-form and organic - with the beads, sometimes you will even need to add a stitch because a larger bead can make a row look a little longer than the following row. Follow your crocheting background and just practice and see what you like.
Love this tutorial and making the bracelets. Two questions, though. Is there another closure that would work well? The 3-hole bar clasp is a bit hard to find in my area. I want to be able to easily get a closure in a pinch. Second question - for clarity. Once you reach the fourth row there are only 5 loops. It looks like you actually go into the loop closest to the hook and do not chain one to end up with 5 loops. Hope this question makes sense. Thanks!
+Paula Quick sorry for the very late reply. Here is what Mel had to say...I wasn't aware I did that on the fourth row, but I will say that if you ever lose a loop when crocheting the wire, you CAN go through the loop at the end or go into one loop twice in a row to recover a loop. Wire is more forgiving than yarn when it is finished because it is a more organic look, particularly when you add the beads. You can use any multi-strand clasp to finish the bracelet. If you can type in 'multi strand clasp' in a google search you will see many multi strand options and any of them will work, as long as you feel they are easy for yourself or your customer to put on and take off. If you end up using one that then connects to a lobster clasp or spring ring, just make sure that you take into account that your crocheted portion may have to be a little shorter since the clasp may add more length. Thanks.
What are the best places to buy the wire? Where I live we are limited to a Michaels and Walmart.. I have looked at wire and bought some 24 gauge wire.. Is this to big? the smaller wire looks like string.. can I still do this with the 24 gauge?
Can you please write/type the materials that we need on the bottom of the description of this tutorial please? Yes, you said what it was but I need it to see it please?
I am so confused :(. I started on the second row and finished it, and now it looks like a big ball of wire. I tried stretching it, but that didn't work
Beaducation lol because yarn isn't also made out of animal fur? sssshhh don't tell the sheep, goats, bunnies, llamas, alpaca, yaks, buffalo, cats, dogs, nor people that have their "fur" spun into yarn that. 😂 🤣
Great tutorial. I couldn't believe 36 minutes went by. your voice is so soothing it makes it easy to watch.
The best video seen so far. It was so clear that I saw the process all the way. Excellent teacher.
I lOVE this .. cant wait to make one. I have been crocheting for 40 years.. brand new at wire wrapping, making jewelry... THis is exciting..Thank YOu
Louvyou
wow! one of the best tutorials ive ever seen..
just gorgeous!! well done!
and very clear instructions!
thank you😃
You have a very nice voice, clear and easy to hear. Thank you!
I’ve recently moved into a senior apt bldg and joined a knitting crochet club. I’m a beginner and crocheting string bracelets with pony beads. I would like to try the wire crochet too. They are very pretty and look sturdy. It would be fun to use drilled beach glass and shells for an ocean theme. Very well done narration and closeup video. Thank you. 🥰🍁🦃
Brilliant video, very patient tutor, who explain everything I need to know at a pace that was easy to keep up with. Thank you very much
Thank you for the tutorial! It is amazing. I am an experienced crocheter but this truly opens up a whole new world and possibility for crochet jewelry for me. Thank you😉
I crochet alot and a friend of mine told me about metal crochet. This was new to me and I felt it might be a bit too much but as it turns out you made it look so easy. I'm for sure going to give it a try . Thank you so much.
Beaded Wire Crochet!!!! How awesome! :D Thank you so much for this video tutorial! I've been crocheting with yarn and thread since I was a young child (5 years old!) and recently got into making tubular peyote bead crochet bangles. I've always wondered how these wispy, almost ethereal wire bracelets and necklaces were made. and now I know! (yay!!!) It's so nice to see that my beaded tubular crochet knowledge is the perfect segue-way to learning beaded wire crochet. And I already have all the materials needed. So all that's left is to try my hand at it! Woot Woot!! :D Thanks again!
wow, now i can learn this one, I love that Bracelet i am sure going to try to make one. thank you you so much. I love making and crafting I am a retired person .not by choice but i have to stay busy with my hands .I love art and can bring it all out with all the things I SEE HERE ... Thank you for your web site. God bless
crochet bracelet fabulous I really love crocheting that's my hobby.
now I have some thing else to do . thanks for sharing.
I'll give your video a five star *****
Thanks Sara! Keep creating!!! :)
This was great! Your teaching style is lovely. Your excitement for creating comes across so strong. Thank you for sharing this amazing technique.
excellent tutorial for beginners! I didn't know how to hold the crochet and it kept falling through my fingers until I found your video and finally learnt the correct technique. thanks so much! I can't wait to try crocheting wire.
Very nice vid, thank you. For any yarners out there, yes, normally when doing your rows you would go through the top two loops, but you don't have to do that with wire. I've been making these for a few years now and it's up to your own imagination what you want to create. If you go through the two loops then your wire has more holes and tends to loose a little definition. Thanks again Mel!
Gerri T WIsh I would have read this before I just asked that same question- because I noticed she only went through the back loop... :)
Excellent work!! Thank you so much for taking the time to show this to us!!! You expalin everything with details!!! Really kind of you! Thank you! Keep sharing nice ideas with us!
Thank you so much I also crochet but this is so exciting to do wire jewelry and a new way of making something Special wonderfully explained
Lesson on the bracelet Angels bless you for the new craft.
This is great! I have been crocheting with yarn for a while and saw some crocheted wire jewelry on Pinterest. Thought it would be overwhelming learning how to convert from yarn to wire, but watching this it doesn't seem that bad at all! Gorgeous! Going to the craft store today :)
Hello from Portugal! That is beautiful and you are a wonderful teacher thank you
Hi Mel! Thank you so much for such a detailed and soooo well explained tutorial! The bracelets are wonderful! i'll try one very soon... Thanks again for such a good one
Amazing love your Chanel .going to make a bracelet .am a florist so no wire .ive been crocheting since i was 14 year old so think I will love the wire work thankyou xxxx
Wire work is so much fun! Enjoy crafting!
What a fabulous Tut!
your explanation is so clear... thanks for that.
extremely nice job of demoing the project. Thanks
I loved it. I am going to by my supplies this weekend and give it a try!!! Excited 😊
Love this! Thanks for sharing the tutorial. I am an avid crocheted and have started making a bracelet, just need to buy the clasp. Thanks again!
Splendide ♥️ j'adore
Such a useful tutorial! Thank you so much for taking the time to teach us 🌺
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Très belles créations merci beaucoup pour cette vidéo ♥️
Thank you i got it now..this was so clear..great teaching
Did you first try with yarn? If so - did it ball up when you did it with the yarn? It sounds like you may be able to crochet a little looser - you may be tending to do it a little tight which can have it bunching up a bit.
A very inspiring video. Thank you!
i totally love it...did my 1st one...not so good...gonna keep trying till i get it right..thank you
OMG I get it. Thank you!! Excellent tutorial!
Thanks for checking it out!
Great video. Love the way you took the time to get the crocheting straight. On another note, I really liked your earrings in this video - have you do one for them?
Hi, We do not have a specific class to make Mel's earrings. We do however have a class on wrapping briolettes which are showcased in the earrings. Mel teaches this class as well and it's great!. Click the link below to check it out.
www.beaducation.com/online_classes/162
great work 💜 thanks for sharing it..do you have a photo for the wire
Loving this!❤
thanks! Have fun!
Very good demonstration thank u God Bless u
Maybe you can help. First of all, about the base metal used. I understand some sterling silver/fine silver is used more so than base metals when wire wrapping etc. And I do understand they can be hard on the hands/wrists while working (as I too use them in wire wrapping). But, what about allergies for those who cannot use some metals? Are there any of these types of spooled metals (which btw, where can we find them spooled like that?) that will not cause people with sensitive skin, to have any problems wearing them? Also, can this be done using metallic threads? And are there any metallic yarns out there, that are not so weighty, to use in place of the spooled metals? Appreciate your help in answering these questions! :) Thank you!
Love those earing's, do you have a tutorial for those? really love them.
They are awesome! But no we don't.
Loved your lesson. Sometimes my back is really a mess and I lie down and continue doing my stuff. I have never done crochet with wire but I am going to try it out. What I would like to know is if I can use nylon wiring or clear colors bead string wire? Once again thank you and I'll appreciate any insight you can other of other kinds of wire.
Hi Iracema, nylon wire or colored beading wire will work, as long as it is thinner than 26 gauge you should be good to go :)
beaducation Thank you so much for your reply. Here in the Northeast of Brazil it's hard to find good wire to work with.
I received a gift of different wires from Americans who came to work at the company I was teaching English at in my city but only now you have given me an option of how to use them.
Once again thank you.
+Beaducation , hi - should be thinner as 0,4 mm ( 26 gauge) or not?
I made a bracelet the only thing I need is to add closeing crimps.
I used some color beads I had for so many years , which I never used it beautiful. it was for practice. now I try with other bead's .thanks !!
Good job Sara! I am glad you are enjoying the class. If you haven't already, please subscribe to this channel to see more great jewelry making videos!! goo.gl/29bmpC
I like so much! Good explication, thanks.
Thank you. You have made it seem possible.
Bead cat
Beautiful piece. Where did you get that very interesting ruler? Thank You. Love from Ontario, Canada
We used to carry them but I don't know where to get them anymore, sorry.
@@beaducation Thanks ❤️
Alight, I'll try that. Thanks! I'll post back if I have any more questions!
This video is so amazing. Thank you so much!
Wow thanks for sharing I’m going to make some
I'm curious with the wire crochet do you go through just the back loop versus both back and front/ "V" as you do with crochet? I noticed you weren't going under both loops in the yarn crochet demonstration part. Thanks! Love your videos btw!! :)
+D' Gypsy I'm not sure about this question. I know that I crochet the yarn and the wire the same way if that is helpful information? I think Step 3 is a good one to be able to look at again. I pull through one loop, take more wire and then pull through the two loops on the hook. Just let me know if there is other information I am able to give. Thanks for watching!
I have the same question. Yes, it seems as if she is going through the back loop only. This is not standard crochet technique, and I wish she would say so.
Hi! +FrothingFanboy and +D' Gypsy I asked Mel, and here is her response: "I do just go through the back loop - you CAN go through both - but I find that it is a little harder to go through both loops with the wire as it is stiffer and harder to manipulate once you are factoring in the beads as well :)"
im an experienced crocheter but have a question..... i did not see you do a turning chain and my mind keeps shouting at me that you would lose a stitch each row. so what am i missing to make sense in my head?
You can do a turning chain - honestly this project is meant to be free-form and organic - with the beads, sometimes you will even need to add a stitch because a larger bead can make a row look a little longer than the following row.
Follow your crocheting background and just practice and see what you like.
Love this tutorial and making the bracelets. Two questions, though. Is there another closure that would work well? The 3-hole bar clasp is a bit hard to find in my area. I want to be able to easily get a closure in a pinch. Second question - for clarity. Once you reach the fourth row there are only 5 loops. It looks like you actually go into the loop closest to the hook and do not chain one to end up with 5 loops. Hope this question makes sense. Thanks!
+Paula Quick sorry for the very late reply. Here is what Mel had to say...I wasn't aware I did that on the fourth row, but I will say that if you ever lose a loop when crocheting the wire, you CAN go through the loop at the end or go into one loop twice in a row to recover a loop. Wire is more forgiving than yarn when it is finished because it is a more organic look, particularly when you add the beads.
You can use any multi-strand clasp to finish the bracelet. If you can type in 'multi strand clasp' in a google search you will see many multi strand options and any of them will work, as long as you feel they are easy for yourself or your customer to put on and take off. If you end up using one that then connects to a lobster clasp or spring ring, just make sure that you take into account that your crocheted portion may have to be a little shorter since the clasp may add more length. Thanks.
Paula, you can find those closures on Etsy, along with a lot of others.
Useful tutorial, Thanks!
So beautiful!!!
molto bello,grazie per il tutorial!!!!!
What are the best places to buy the wire? Where I live we are limited to a Michaels and Walmart.. I have looked at wire and bought some 24 gauge wire.. Is this to big? the smaller wire looks like string.. can I still do this with the 24 gauge?
Hi! You can purchase the wire needed for this class from us! www.beaducation.com
Beaducation you do not sell base wire
please make your background DARKER love your work You are a FABULOUS TEACHER . love God bless you and everything you touch .
Love this idea TFS. Kat
Thank you.
Merci beaucoup pour cette belle vedio 😍
Is it possible with tiger tail wire?
Unfortunately, we are not familiar with working with that wire. It just needs to be pliable enough to crochet.
Great video thank you!
Fantastic!!!
Love this want to make
Love it thanks
Can you please write/type the materials that we need on the bottom of the description of this tutorial please? Yes, you said what it was but I need it to see it please?
Hi Wanda - the first sentence of the description has a link to all the tools and materials :)
AMAZING HELP!!! Detailed! Are you related to Christina Hendricks? :)
can you use a 32 gauge wire?
Hi! You sure could give it a shot! It may not be strong enough to hold it's shape though. Good luck!
I am so confused :(. I started on the second row and finished it, and now it looks like a big ball of wire. I tried stretching it, but that didn't work
Very nice thank you...
Would have been nice to teach me how to make that turn to do the second row rather than just have a second row magically appear.
Thank you is beutiful.
LIIIIIIIIIIIKE!
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klass...👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏💜🙌
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A picky note, but maybe a ball of yarn NOT coated in pet hair would have been more aesthetically pleasing... Seriously. Ew.
+DisappointingPorn ya know, you have a very good point. That is gross! We should have caught that for sure!!!! :)
Beaducation lol because yarn isn't also made out of animal fur? sssshhh don't tell the sheep, goats, bunnies, llamas, alpaca, yaks, buffalo, cats, dogs, nor people that have their "fur" spun into yarn that. 😂 🤣