'Wire-Wrapping' is an ancient art...
Originally developed by the Mycenaeans
4,000 years ago! (2,000 BC)

'Wire-wrapping'
involves wire obviously,
and pliers.
That's it...
No solder, no pre-made settings, no adhesives. Nothing but the hands of the artist shaping wire with desire.

The early forms of the art are generally known as 'filigree',
and used rough hand-made wire to make ornaments and jewelry.
Early examples are found at the burial sites of the rich and powerful, and so were evidently highly regarded.

When Gold became popular,
wire-working became much more difficult.
Because it such a soft and fragile metal, 'Casting' (using a molded design, and pouring the melted metal into the shape) became popular.
This also meant unlimited copies of each design could be made.

There are many artists today crafting unique jewelry
using 'Wire-Wrap' techniques.
Of course each piece is one-of-a-kind, being hand-made.
"Cages" or "freeform" designs are most common.
These styles are very pretty,
but very delicate, and fragile.

Stu creates his jewelry using fine wire of 14ct. 'Gold-fill'
(which is a mixture of Gold & Sterling silver) used for strength and durability, and pure Sterling silver.
His only tools are pliers.
Stu's art is different due to the intricacy of his designs and his use of faceted gem-stones. 

Also because of the manner in which he uniquely embraces each stone, they are secured and really are,

wearable pieces of art!