Today we are thrilled to help designer Cindy Wimmer celebrate the release of her new book, The Missing Link! I had the pleasure of interviewing Cindy this week. Read about her process, tips for working with wire and why art beads and wire are the perfect marriage.
Cindy – the book is amazing. I’m so inspired by the open ended
possibilities of using all these interesting links and components in my
jewelry.
possibilities of using all these interesting links and components in my
jewelry.
What is your go-to link from the book – the one you find
sneaking it’s way into your designs again and again?
sneaking it’s way into your designs again and again?
It would have to be
the Corona link. Would you believe, it
was the very first of the 30 links that I made for the book. The Corona link incorporates coils, one of
my favorite wire elements. It looks
complex but is surprising easy to reproduce consistently and looks great with
any mix of metals.
the Corona link. Would you believe, it
was the very first of the 30 links that I made for the book. The Corona link incorporates coils, one of
my favorite wire elements. It looks
complex but is surprising easy to reproduce consistently and looks great with
any mix of metals.
Can you share one tip that will greatly improve someone’s wire
working skills?
working skills?
It’s been said many
times before, but practice really makes all the difference in the world. I highly recommend purchasing an inexpensive
roll of copper wire, say 18 gauge, and practice a link until it looks just
so. Also, more often than not, it is
better to go with one gauge thicker than you planned to use. A link generally needs a heavier gauge wire
to hold its shape and to be a sturdy connector.
times before, but practice really makes all the difference in the world. I highly recommend purchasing an inexpensive
roll of copper wire, say 18 gauge, and practice a link until it looks just
so. Also, more often than not, it is
better to go with one gauge thicker than you planned to use. A link generally needs a heavier gauge wire
to hold its shape and to be a sturdy connector.
What is one tool you consider a guilty pleasure and one a
necessary investment?
necessary investment?
There is one “tool”
that may be seen as both a guilty
pleasure and an investment all in one!
That tool is the tumbler, hands down.
Do you absolutely need one to make wire links? No. However, a tumbler can really help to set
your wire jewelry apart. It offers many
benefits that I find it indispensible:
It softens tool marks, polishes the metal, and most importantly, helps
to work-harden the links.
that may be seen as both a guilty
pleasure and an investment all in one!
That tool is the tumbler, hands down.
Do you absolutely need one to make wire links? No. However, a tumbler can really help to set
your wire jewelry apart. It offers many
benefits that I find it indispensible:
It softens tool marks, polishes the metal, and most importantly, helps
to work-harden the links.
You have so many unusual links that I’ve never seen before like
the Lightbulb and Over-Under link. Are they the result of planning and
sketching or just pulling out the wire and seeing what you can create?
the Lightbulb and Over-Under link. Are they the result of planning and
sketching or just pulling out the wire and seeing what you can create?
I rarely sketch. My planning is all hands-on. I develop ideas by looking through my bowls
of practice and experimental links – often times I see something that inspires
me. I also like to play around with the
wire with trial and error – one twist or turn leads to another and next thing
you know, a link is formed.
of practice and experimental links – often times I see something that inspires
me. I also like to play around with the
wire with trial and error – one twist or turn leads to another and next thing
you know, a link is formed.
There are art beads on the book cover and sprinkled throughout
the projects. What are your tips for combining art beads and wire links?
the projects. What are your tips for combining art beads and wire links?
When you are investing
in a jewelry design by using art beads, handmade components further add to the
appeal and beauty. Wire links can
elevate a design in a way that commercially produced components cannot. You’ll
want to check the size of the bead hole and be sure your wire gauge is not too
thick. When using a heavy gauge wire, use caution so as not to chip the inside
hole of ceramic or lampwork beads.
Finally, consider the thickness of the wire and size of the link are to
scale to the art beads used.
in a jewelry design by using art beads, handmade components further add to the
appeal and beauty. Wire links can
elevate a design in a way that commercially produced components cannot. You’ll
want to check the size of the bead hole and be sure your wire gauge is not too
thick. When using a heavy gauge wire, use caution so as not to chip the inside
hole of ceramic or lampwork beads.
Finally, consider the thickness of the wire and size of the link are to
scale to the art beads used.
Thank
you for sharing with our community today Cindy!
you for sharing with our community today Cindy!
Thank you for the
opportunity to share my passion for wire with the the ABS readers!
opportunity to share my passion for wire with the the ABS readers!
Visit Cindy’s blog today for a round up the book tour and amazing giveaways.
Cindy’s publisher has donated a copy of her book as a giveaway here on the Art Bead Scene to one of our lucky readers. Share this interview on Facebook, Twitter or Pin it and leave a comment below. (Make sure your email is connected to your profile or leave it in the comment so we can contact the winner.) Winner will be drawn on Wednesday, October 30th.
Grab a copy for yourself!
Deb Fortin
October 20, 2013 at 11:31 amwell it tried to pin this interview but it was unsuccessful so i linked it to my blog
http://www.studio24k.blogspot.ca
i will try to post it to facebook but I'm not sure how . I read your artbeadscene blog all the time and love the exposure you give to so many fabulous creators.
I would love to win a copy of Cindy Wimmers new book
Leah Curtis
October 20, 2013 at 12:19 pmIt was so nice to read more about Cindy. Her wirework is beautiful and polished – something to aspire to and very inspiring.
Leah Curtis
October 20, 2013 at 12:21 pmI've shared on my Facebook profile, too! Thank you!
Leah Curtis
October 20, 2013 at 12:29 pmI've just blogged about it too – beadyeyedbunny.blogspot.com
KayzKreationz
October 20, 2013 at 12:39 pmI really want this book. I've read so many great reviews of this book during the blog hop. Can't wait to get a copy. I tweeted about the interview and book.
https://twitter.com/kayzkreationz/status/391906370842132480
KayzKreationz
October 20, 2013 at 12:41 pmI also pinned the book and the interview.
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/537195061773965771/
Divya N
October 20, 2013 at 1:40 pmThe links are very interesting and so contemporary and I really want to try them out. Book sounds like a really great resource. Pining and sharing on FB as well
freshbakeddesigns
October 20, 2013 at 2:10 pmThis book tour has been a fantastic way for all of us to get to know how valuable Cindy's new book would be for all experience levels of jewelry artists. And to have the added tips and learnings for so many who have 'test driven' some of the links is all icing on the cake. These links with your art beads are just gorgeous, Heather.
Thanks for sharing!
Lynda
AntiquityTravelers
October 20, 2013 at 2:22 pmloved hearing Cindy talk about the book and her process for making links!
Cheryl
October 20, 2013 at 2:43 pmI shared this interview on FB and I would love to win a copy of this book. Thank you for the opportunity. I make lampwork beads and feel that this will help me in creating one of a kind jewelry!
Cheryl W.
[email protected]
moonlitfantaseas
October 20, 2013 at 2:56 pmI have been following the book tour, and I am amazed at how much it has made me want to get started in wire working, I definitely need Cindy's Book!!! So many ideas and so much eye candy !
kksolliday
October 20, 2013 at 3:10 pmWhat a beautiful book! I want to try all the links!
luluvision
October 20, 2013 at 3:21 pmWow! That Corona link looks fabulous! And complicated too! I can't wait to check it out in the book! Keeping fingers crossed that I win a copy! Otherwise, it is going on my wish list. Thanks!
Alisa
October 20, 2013 at 5:23 pmHi! This is a beautiful book and I love how they compliment art beads!
Jean
October 20, 2013 at 5:31 pmgreat inview and exciting book!
xox jean
ACBeads
October 20, 2013 at 5:37 pmI've shared this interesting interview on Pinterest.
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/498562621220358520/
Pepita
October 20, 2013 at 5:51 pmI can't help myself to "oooohhh" and "aaahhh" every time I see a creation from the book!!! I would be so happy to win a copy …. Hey, Miss Fortune, here I am, waiting for you!!!
Kathy Lindemer
October 20, 2013 at 6:06 pmI pinned the book at http://www.pinterest.com/pin/126523070755175443/
I would love to win this book. I think it would help me to improve my jewelry. I loved the interview with the author. I though what Cindy said about the importance of a tumbler to be very interesting.
KayzKreationz
October 20, 2013 at 8:29 pmI thought I had left a comment here earlier. But I loved the interview. And the book looks fantastic. I can't wait to get a copy of this book and start trying all the wonderful designs/pieces I've seen along the way in the blog hop.
kaythomerson(at)hotmail.com
Here Bead Dragons
October 20, 2013 at 8:52 pmThe more I see about this book the more I want to own a copy. I love the copper links. Will try to Pin it. http://www.pinterest.com/crysst/
~cryssT
Urbanscapes...
October 20, 2013 at 10:28 pmHearty Congratulations Cindy !
While I have had a chance to peek into the book – would LOVE to win it…
Its amazing how you have tweaked metal in such elegant and thoughtful designs, and nothing like collaborating with other talented artists in your book !
Thanks for proving an opportunity to win here …
Kaushambi
[email protected]
Urbanscapes...
October 20, 2013 at 10:30 pmAnd i forgot to mention:
I pinned your interview to the October 2013 ABS Challenge pinterest board…
Kaushambi
Linda Sadler
October 20, 2013 at 10:59 pmWonderful interview and book. Thanks for a chance to win.
Linda
Whimsy
October 20, 2013 at 11:03 pmI am so excited for this book, I can't wait to get my mitts on a copy. If I win…great. If I don't..off to the bookstore I go!
Cheryl
October 20, 2013 at 11:09 pmFrom what I have seen, Cindy's book really is a must have and the links are just beautiful. Thank you for the opportunity to win this book. I shared the interview on FB.
[email protected]
Lori Anderson
October 20, 2013 at 11:19 pmThe book just plain rocks.
KayzKreationz
October 20, 2013 at 11:19 pmI pinned your interview/giveaway, too. Don't see any of my comments, so not sure they went through.
https://twitter.com/kayzkreationz/status/391906370842132480
Lori Anderson
October 20, 2013 at 11:19 pmThe book just plain rocks.
KayzKreationz
October 20, 2013 at 11:21 pmI also pinned your book and giveaway.
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/537195061773965771/
KayzKreationz
October 20, 2013 at 11:22 pmHope I haven't just repeated the last 2 comments and this one, but I didn't see any of my comments and I thought I commented yesterday. But my internet acts up, so they may not have gone through. But I love the look of this book and can't wait to get a copy.
kaythomerson(at)hotmail.com
Denise McCabe
October 21, 2013 at 12:35 amThank you for the interview. I was debating whether or not I needed a tumbler and you convinced me! Thank you also for the chance to win the book. I can't wait to see it in print.
I did pin this!
lynn
October 21, 2013 at 1:15 amThat is wonderful, congrats to you Cindy!!! I love the chance to win.Lynn Gonzalez
Alisa
October 21, 2013 at 3:14 amFabulous book! Thanks for sharing with us! Some new pictures here too! (I've been following the blog hop.) I love how these links look with art beads.
Deb Fortin
October 21, 2013 at 11:08 amI can't wait to see the inside of this book. I've pinned it on pinterest to my jewellery board
Sarajo Wentling
October 21, 2013 at 1:27 pmI can't wait to see this book and play with some wire! I shared on my business Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/SjDesignsJewelry
sjdesignsjewelry[at]gmail[dot]com
Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
asri wahyuningsih
October 21, 2013 at 2:02 pmvery interesting book…i hope i could win this…
[email protected]
Mischelle
October 21, 2013 at 2:37 pmI am not very good at pinning.. lol so I just said self tweet. Something I can do.. LOL Every time I read about this book I get excited. thanks for the chance to win a copy.
Mischelle
October 21, 2013 at 2:38 pmI forgot the link to my tweet 😕
https://twitter.com/Hardygirlchelle/status/392298691513446401
Mischelle
October 21, 2013 at 2:39 pmI also shared on my facebook page. 🙂
Inge
October 21, 2013 at 3:13 pmI would love to win this book in order to improve my wirework skills.
Shaiha
October 21, 2013 at 4:57 pmI would love a copy of this book and I have pinned it.
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/40039884160588429/
Ann
October 21, 2013 at 7:41 pmCan't wait to get this book and jazz up my wire work!
Pine Ridge Treasures
October 21, 2013 at 9:39 pmWhat a great book – I would love to win!
Wendy D.
October 22, 2013 at 4:14 amI'm excited about Cindy Wimmer's work — her book looks wonderful! I shared the interview and book on my Pinterest "Jewelry Expressions" board and by email to friends who are jewelry artists.
[email protected]
Cindy
October 23, 2013 at 5:45 amA great big thank you to everyone following along the book blog tour. I've enjoyed sharing my passion for wire and I can see many enjoy it just as much as I do. Thank you to ABS for the interview, and thank you to all who have left such wonderful comments! 😉
Unknown
October 27, 2013 at 8:36 pmThanks for the chance to win. I've th shared this link on my personal page.
[email protected]
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