Easy Wire Art. Susanne Schaadt

       Wire Art

      SIMPLE & MODERN

      Creating objects and figures out of wire is an exciting new trend. This light material can be used to create magical works of art quickly and easily. Wire is easy to handle and can be formed into many shapes with just a few tools.

      The stylish examples in this book can be used in many ways: as room décor, table decoration, mobiles, or on greeting cards—they are a real eye-catcher!

      The Right Wire

      There are several types of wire you can use. For the projects shown in this book, hardened iron wire—also known as florist wire—works best. Aluminum, copper, or brass wire may also be used. The thinner the wire, the easier it will be to bend. Thick wire is harder to bend, but allows for more stable figures. This can be an advantage for larger projects.

      For most steps, you only need your hands, so you can get started without much preparation. You may need to use flat- or round-nose pliers when making very fine adjustments. Other useful tools for bending wire include corkboards, pins, and small clothespins; these all prevent the objects from slipping while working, as well. You will also need a sharp pair of wire cutters. Have all of these items within easy reach while making the projects in this book.

       Symbols Key

	Arrow: The direction in which the wire is bent.
	Open Loop: Slightly bend the end of the wire.
	Eyelet: Wrap the wire 360˚ around a pencil. The result is a small, round opening that another wire can fit through. This will also serve as a counterpart to the loop, which is hooked onto another wire and then squeezed closed.
	Connecting Two Wires: Connect two wires by winding them together.
	Wire around Wire: Wrap a new wire around an existing wire.
	Line Color: If a model is made with several wires, each wire is shown in a different shade of gray.