Packed with 25 irresistible projects in romantic and muted tones, Rustic Wrappings shows you how to use simple techniques to create rustic, weathered effects in wire and art bead jewelry. You will learn how to create unique patinas for your copper, silver, brass, and steel wire projects, using simple household ingredients: salt, vinegar, sawdust, and hydrogen peroxide. Applying different patinas imbues the pieces with beautiful, eye-catching contrast. You will also learn how to use metal wire to embroider designs on punched metal jewelry pieces, opening up an exciting world of possibilities for embellishment. Using these novel techniques, Kerry Bogert's signature art glass and coiled wire designs reach a new depth. Beginners will benefit from detailed technique instruction, while skilled designers will enjoy taking their necklace, earring, and bracelet ideas to the next level. With a plethora of projects and techniques to teach and inspire, Rustic Wrappings will help you blissfully reimagine the possibilities of wirework jewelry.