What is briolette wrap technique?

What is briolette wrap technique?

Thread you’re briolette on, You’re going to do the same thing. You bend both parts upward. You still have your top part that becomes the loop but then the other part, instead of wrapping upward, you’re going to start wrapping downward.

How do you start wire wrapping stones?

Instructions

1. Twist the Wires. Hold the two wires together, find the middle, and twist them around each other.
2. Place Your Stone. Shape the two wires at the bottom of the twist to create a V.
3. Wrap and Twist Some More.
4. Cross and Continue.
5. Create a Bail.

What is a briolette bead?

A briolette bead is a pear-shaped bead with facets which makes them sparkle beautifully in the light! Briolettes are usually fully drilled so you can easily add them into your designs by wire wrapping or adding thread.

How is the best way to wire wrap a briolette?

Cut about several inches of wire (5-6 inches should work). Thread your wire through the bead hole and center it along the wire. Fold the wire up on both sides and center it evenly over the top center of the bead. Use your flat nose pliers to bend one wire end at an angle so the wire points straight up over the top of your bead.

What do you do with wire wrapped beads?

Wire-wrapped top-drilled beads, or briolette shaped beads, make a wonderful drop or dangle from a bracelet or necklace chain. They also make quick gorgeous earrings–just take a pair of briolette beads, follow the instructions below, then top with a crystal or other small decorative bead and attach to earring findings with a top loop.

How do you attach a briolette to an earring?

Use your flat and your round nose pliers to create a round loop at the top. To attach this briolette to another component or earring, slide the component on at the round loop before beginning to wrap it back down around the stem, so that it will be attached.