First Handmade Copper Wire Bead with Beads!

While doing research several days ago for wire wrapping fabric beads, I came across a youtube video by a lady who makes wrapped wire jewelry, and I watched her make a bead, which included beads. Day before yesterday I decided to try making one, from memory of the video. Not exactly like hers, which was gorgeous, but I wouldn't want it to be. 👵 

I used antique copper 22 gauge wire and tiny plastic beads. It's about an inch long without the charm, and maybe half an inch wide (I'm guessing), kind of heavy, and it took a lot of wire and a bit of patience. I just bought the copper wire, so I didn't have any copper jewelry findings, except a tiny elephant, which I didn't want to use, so I made the o rings and the heart charm.

The photo doesn't do it justice. The density of the bead makes it look darker under the light than it actually is. I'm glad I tried making one. I enjoyed the process, I think it's pretty, and I think I'll make another one!

Stay safe and well! Learn something new! The new format is going to take some getting used to!