Description
REVIEW
“Such a great project – we ordered the dragonfly and robin as a lockdown birthday activity and we loved it – we have never worked with wire before so had to get used to it but it was well worth it. The instructions were clear and the packaging was so lovely, clearly marked with what every envelope contained. It was so nice to have something tangible at the end of a morning’s work, highly recommend! (There were a few tools we did not have, but the downloadable instructions gave plenty of household substitutes and it worked perfectly :-)” Received 9 Apr 2021.
This kit also contains a set of wire working tools to hand forge the design. A number of additional tools are necessary, as it is not possible to provide these all within the kit. Where possible alternatives have been noted in the tutorial, advising how to use bits and bobs from around the house as a metalworking hack.
The white presentation box will be posted out in a jiffy bag, so that the box becomes part of the gift itself. Each of the craft supplies and tools provided are wrapped, enveloped and labelled, creating a lovely unboxing experience for the recipient.
Level: Suited to beginners and improvers, with some experience of wire-work.
Dragonfly Width: 12cm / 4.7 inches.
Tutorial: Inside the kit box is a welcome letter with a unique code to access the 96 page downloadable tutorial. The tutorial goes through every stage of the making process from start to finish with professionally lit photographs.
Tech: You will need access to the internet to download the tutorial PDF file from Dropbox. The PDF file is held within a password protected ZIP file. Please ensure you have both ZIP and PDF software on your computer. Mobile devices not recommended.
BOX CONTENTS
Materials
– Copper Wire
– Gemstone & Glass Beads
– Ribbon
– Sandpaper
* Bead replacement – the two focal aqua beads have been replaced with wavy faceted coin beads due to the original beads being discontinued, see photo in the gallery *
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Set of Four Tools
– Chain Nose Pliers
– Wire Cutters
– Round Nose Pliers
– Nylon Jaw Pliers
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Instructions
– Dropbox access link to 96 page downloadable tutorial
– 1 x printed template
ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED
– Steel Bench Block
– Plastic Hammer / Hide Mallet
– Domed Metal Hammer
– Metal Mandrel
– Metal File
– Wire Wool
– Liver of Sulphur, Container
– Liquid Varnish
– Foam Brush
– DIY alternatives to these tools are noted in the tutorial, where possible an everyday object can be used.
Adults Only: Over 18 years old due to sharp wire, sharp tools and risk of choking hazard. Keep away from children.
Before Purchase: Please ensure you are able to open/view .ZIP and .PDF and .JPG files on your device.
Visit this link to purchase the copper wire work tutorial for this dragonfly suncatcher.
Author: Earth Balance Craft
Copyright: This craft kit is copyright of “www.earthbalance-craft.co.uk and Earth Balance Craft”. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents in any form is prohibited. This kit is for personal use only and is not to be reproduced for any educational or commercial purposes. © 2021 www.earthbalance-craft.co.uk All Rights Reserved.
Disclaimer: This tutorial is written in English, for English readers only. The instructions use the UK metric system of measurement in CM. There is a conversion guide at the beginning advising on measurements in inches for USA/Imperial.
