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- Step-by-step instructions
- Helpful illustrations
- A list of everything you’ll need
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Getting Started
Making this simple pouch is a great way to learn the basics of circular looping. The pouch shape is made using a temporary mold; once the the pouch is finished you can place pebbles, tumbled glass, or other found treasures inside the pouch before closing it with a drawstring.
Forging Metal
A fantastic way to add interest to your woven pouch is to add dangles of silver wire that have been hammered flat on an anvil. This technique is called forging. Keep in mind that the wire will weaken a bit as it gets thinner, so don’t overdo it, or the ends will get brittle.
As you work, allow the hammer to do the work. Position the head so that it will strike the area you’re forging. Allow it to gain momentum as you swing it to disperse the weight and get optimum force. With practice you’ll gain expertise and do this with ease. If you don’t have an anvil, try using a piece of galvanized steel pipe held securely in a vice.
Skill Level
- Intermediate
Materials
- 4-ply waxed linen in one color, 30’ (9.2 m)
- Rocks, tumbled glass, or found objects
- Variety of medium-size beads (embellishment)
- 18-gauge silver wire, 16" (41 cm) in length
Tools
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Tapestry needle
- Cardboard paper roll or other round temporary mold
- Wire cutters
- Hammer
- Anvil
- Needle-nose pliers
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