This pendant showcases a wire-wrapped dragon design featuring a labradorite cabochon. Here’s how to create it:
Materials:
- Wire:
- 20-gauge for frame/body
- 28-gauge for detailed wrapping
- Stone:
- Teardrop labradorite cabochon
- Tools:
- Wire cutters
- Round/flat-nose pliers
- Oxidizing solution
Steps:
- Frame:
- Create base setting for cabochon
- Form dragon head shape
- Build spiky mane with wire loops
- Detail Work:
- Wrap legs with coiled wire
- Add textural elements to body
- Secure stone with prongs
- Finish:
- Oxidize wire
- Polish high points
- Add bail for chain