June's ACAA meeting featured a demonstration by jewelry artist Karen Crane

Wire jewelry artist and teacher Karen Crane demonstrated her wire-wrap techniques at the June 8 meeting of the Amador County Artists Association.  These techniques can be used to create pendants and earrings as well as room and porch hangers.  Karen began by discussing types of wires that can be used, helpful tools, where to get supplies, and how she begins a project.  For the demonstration, Karen used larger stones that were easier for the audience to see as she progressed.  She explained and demonstrated the differences between using various strands of wire and how to add to the initial stone.  Karen periodically conducts classes in wire wrapping stones and can be contacted through her Facebook page.  This page also contains numerous photos of jewelry and other items she has created for sale.

The next ACAA meeting will be on Wed July 13 at 7PM, and will feature pastel artist Lesley Harrison. For more information, visit: www.amadorartists.org

Starting to wrap...

Using her pliers...

The finished product.