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Post by hermatite on Jun 10, 2004 10:51:43 GMT -5
For those of you who crochet (or who want to learn how) there's a pretty unique crocheted cabochon setting in the Summer O4 edition of Step by Step Wire Jewelry magazine (from the editors of Lapidary Journal). I picked my copy up in Joann Fabrics, but it's probably available other places. The mag has lots of good ideas actually. This just happens to be one that combines two of my hobbies and you gotta love it when that happens.
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Post by krazydiamond on Jun 10, 2004 18:57:57 GMT -5
i am a pathetic crochet-er.....but my mother might like it.....i recieve the Lapidary Journal, not familiar with the Step by Step Wire mag..
i will look for it tho, thanks, KD
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Post by creativeminded on Jun 11, 2004 10:06:42 GMT -5
I did a little search on the internet for crocheted wire jewelry and I found this site that has crocheted jewelry using computer components. www.bonniemeltzer.com/necklaces.htmlTami
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Post by hermatite on Jun 11, 2004 10:48:00 GMT -5
Wow...thanks Tami. If you want to IM me your email, and this goes for you too cookie, or whoever else is interested I can email you the cabochon setting directions in pdf format.
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RiverOtter
spending too much on rocks
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Post by RiverOtter on Jun 11, 2004 23:19:45 GMT -5
I saw that in there herm, a bit busy for me though. Doesn't look like they use a crochet hook!! I crochet also. Just recently finished a granny square afghan for my sis. Finally! I've been working on that sucker for about 10 years. Don't think I'll do another one of those any time soon. Anyway, I saw that you can pick up that mag in Michaels also. I like the pearl necklace and the ring. Very pretty. I'm going to try both of those as soon as I get the chain for the necklace and a ring mandrel.
Otter
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Post by hermatite on Jun 12, 2004 7:22:25 GMT -5
Yep, they used a crochet hook...I think it was double crochet for the setting. I've heard that wire is a challenge to work with like this as it gets work hardened really fast. I'm still going to try it though, as soon as I finish up the other 60 projects I've started.
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RiverOtter
spending too much on rocks
Member since January 2004
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Post by RiverOtter on Jun 12, 2004 11:42:16 GMT -5
Wow! Crocheting with wire would be a challenge. Don't think I'll tackle that project yet. At least they give you an easy stitch to work with. Could you imagine trying to crochet with wire doing a cluster stitch or popcorn stitch!!
Otter
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Post by docone31 on Jun 12, 2004 12:24:42 GMT -5
In an effort to not be a copycat, I have made crochet necklaces for years. Mine are a little different. I start with .025 either gold, or silver wire. I made a copy of a toy my sister had back in the early 60's. She used to take a piece of yarn and make a crocheted rope. I turned on a lathe a wood laminate, one side has three metal rods, one side has fourn. The wires are laced around either the three end, or the four end. Through the center of the wooden piece is a piece of solid brass I turned to make a venture. I had to turn a lacing dowel from 4130 chromemoly steel to lace the wire. After making the primary lacing, I pull through a draw plate I made with diminishing holes. This brings the diameter down to weareable size. People cannot believe it is a single piece of wire. The point, if you can see it, you can make it. If I can do it, anyone can.
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Post by krazydiamond on Jun 12, 2004 18:02:49 GMT -5
i am having a hard time visualizing that, docone31...you got a picture of this? or maybe a pic of the finished product?
thanks, KD
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Post by creativeminded on Jun 13, 2004 10:41:02 GMT -5
That sounds like a form of Viking Knit.
Tami
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