This intricate wire-wrapped piece showcases an elegant butterfly pendant. Here’s a guide to create a similar Copper Garden Butterfly Pendant:

This intricate wire-wrapped piece showcases an elegant butterfly pendant. Here’s a guide to create a similar Copper Garden Butterfly Pendant:

Materials Needed:

1. Wire:
   • 20-gauge copper/oxidized copper wire for frame
   • 26-gauge copper wire for weaving
   • 28-gauge copper wire for detail work
2. Stones/Beads:
   • Large oval ruby in fuchsite or similar multicolored cabochon
   • 4mm gold-colored glass pearls (12-14)
   • Small copper beads for accents
3. Tools:
   • Round-nose pliers
   • Chain-nose pliers
   • Wire cutters
   • Nylon jaw pliers
   • File for wire ends
   • Mandrel for shaping curves

Step-by-Step Instructions: Step 1: Create Stone Setting

1. Form bezel:
   • Create oval frame for cabochon
   • Add support structure
2. Add base pattern:
   • Weave tight pattern around stone
   • Create decorative border

Step 2: Create Wings

1. Form wing frames:
   • Shape symmetrical loops for wings
   • Create curved supports
2. Add details:
   • Attach gold pearls to wing tips
   • Create wire loops for each pearl

Step 3: Add Detail Work

1. Create patterns:
   • Add spiral elements
   • Weave connecting sections
2. Build texture:
   • Layer wire for depth
   • Create balanced design

Step 4: Finish Pendant

1. Assembly:
   • Connect all elements
   • Create strong bail
2. Final details:
   • Add decorative touches
   • Secure all connections

Final Touches:

1. Clean and polish:
   • File any sharp edges
   • Clean copper if desired
2. Quality check:
   • Ensure stone is secure
   • Test bail strength

Your Copper Garden Butterfly Pendant is complete! Let me know if you need clarification on any of the techniques or design elements.