Imbali Crafts

Imbali Crafts

I'm Nadja Shields and I have been into creating art all my life, but turned my passion into business when we moved from Eswatini to the UK in 2014. I LOVE teaching people which has led me to teach my art both, online and in physical workshops. KZread was the next logical step, so here I am :)

This channel is all about teaching wire weaving/wrapping for any skill level. Whether you're new to wire work or have been around the block a few times in this medium, I aim to have fun material and interesting things to learn for everyone.

I cover anything from simple weave patterns for beginners, to more complex wraps for those further along in their journey.
I like to explore all wire work styles and, in turn, like to teach them, meaning that on this channel, you will find a vast variety of styles and techniques like various stone settings, heady wraps, layered weave designs, soldering and metal work to name just a few.

Basically: Subscribe! you won't regret it 😊
Happy weaving!




Wire work pendant - 'Blue'

Wire work pendant - 'Blue'

Elven ear cuffs - wire work

Elven ear cuffs - wire work

Pear basket setting

Pear basket setting

Wire work earrings 'Etoile'

Wire work earrings 'Etoile'

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  • @Willandpetesmom
    @WillandpetesmomКүн бұрын

    Loved your method of teaching, especially the “s” pattern at first. You explained it as you demonstrated and that clicked with me. Beautiful cuff bracelet, I’ll make many variations of this. Thank you!

  • @tinadockery103
    @tinadockery1033 күн бұрын

    Thank you, your videos are very helpful and such gorgeous pieces...I am so excited to get started with wire jewelry making. I'm a newcomer to wire work and am grateful for the tutorials 😊

  • @findingjoy4725
    @findingjoy47253 күн бұрын

    Wow. It's extraordinarily beautiful. I love the contrast in textures, from the different weaves and different gauges of wire. And all the curves and swirls - very feminine energy!

  • @jennifermitchell1151
    @jennifermitchell11515 күн бұрын

    You are amazingly talented and inspirational. Thank you for this video.

  • @sewwhatlulululu6160
    @sewwhatlulululu61605 күн бұрын

    Wow!!! Another amazing pendant!!! Such a beautiful piece ❤ This one reminds me of royalty! Those weaved folds lay gently around the shoulders giving an elegant layered touch ..I get a warm, enticing and still controlled feeling with this ..an Eleanor of Aquitaine vibe with this gorgeous piece- Very Regal ❤ Love It!!! Thank you so much for sharing!!!❤

  • @sewwhatlulululu6160
    @sewwhatlulululu61605 күн бұрын

    You Are Such A Beautiful Artist 💜 I L❤Ve So Many Tutorials And Your Overall Vibe✨ This piece speaks to me so much..Takes Me on an Alice And Wonderl trip ..your videos are mesmerizing!!! Thank You Again So Much For Teaching Us So Much 💜💕

  • @suzannehofer3867
    @suzannehofer38678 күн бұрын

    Enjoy your tutorial but I’m wondering where part 2? Hope you are well and can continue this tutorial.

  • @noormemon3534
    @noormemon35348 күн бұрын

    Excellent work.

  • @karenallen5208
    @karenallen520810 күн бұрын

    Such beautiful pieces. You are an amazing artist.

  • @tishsmiddy71
    @tishsmiddy7111 күн бұрын

    One of the ladies on KZread, a teacher of wired jewelry to me said the quote that’s stitched on a pillow ,tiny little adjustments ❤ thank you again 🤩🎉🌹💋

  • @tishsmiddy71
    @tishsmiddy7111 күн бұрын

    Thank you ❤🤩🤟 yes Ma’am love your Artwork!

  • @OutsideGamerGirl
    @OutsideGamerGirl13 күн бұрын

    I just looked at your online shop. Your jewelry pieces are beautifully stunning!

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts13 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much!! 🥰

  • @user-qd1jz9xu3o
    @user-qd1jz9xu3o14 күн бұрын

    Hi Nadia, this is a duplicate of last weeks tutorial. Did you add something extra to this one?

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts14 күн бұрын

    Hi there, the other version has got some overlapping audio, so I had to upload a new version! Apologies for the confusion!

  • @user-qd1jz9xu3o
    @user-qd1jz9xu3o13 күн бұрын

    No problem, just thought I may have missed something, lol

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts13 күн бұрын

    ​@@user-qd1jz9xu3onot at all, I much appreciate you trying to help! ❤

  • @kindahunt
    @kindahunt14 күн бұрын

    Legend!

  • @lisascism5025
    @lisascism502514 күн бұрын

    Beautiful. Thank you!

  • @donnaanasse5177
    @donnaanasse517716 күн бұрын

    Good tutorial. Thank you. But I am not sure how we went from the stone sitting way on top of the bottom to sitting in deeply. I don't think the little bit of filing down the edges did that.

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    Yes, you would file the setting down in the corners, or taper the inner edges a little if the stone won't sit snug from the start. Hope this explains it :)

  • @kilodeltawhisky1504
    @kilodeltawhisky150420 күн бұрын

    Wow! This is gorgeous! Golden information! 😘💞💝

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts19 күн бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @SandyBaubleLove
    @SandyBaubleLove23 күн бұрын

    Why do you use large guage wire for smaller designs? Can 1mm be used? Thanks for the info!

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts19 күн бұрын

    1 mm (18 ga) is just a bit too weak for my liking for anything larger than a 3-4 cm pendant. This is a medium/large sized pendant, and 1 mm (18 ga) wire would be too flimsy for the frame in my opinion, but that's just me,. You can absolutely use thinner gauges if you want.

  • @CLChronicles
    @CLChronicles24 күн бұрын

    This looks so meditative

  • @suzannehofer3867
    @suzannehofer386727 күн бұрын

    I’ve just ordered your filigree stencils (Curves) and am excited for them to arrive in 2days! Would you mind telling me about your flux pen such as its name and where to buy it? Would a craft store be the best place? I’ll be buying one in the states; it seems the smartest way to not waste flux. I absolutely love your work and plan on learning more. Thank you very much!♥️

  • @dawnarie3379
    @dawnarie337927 күн бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful!!! Thank you for sharing.

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @mxt4907
    @mxt4907Ай бұрын

    What gauge of wires are you using?

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    It's all supplied in the main tutorial. Just check the channel. The whole video, has all of the details.

  • @tishsmiddy71
    @tishsmiddy71Ай бұрын

    I love this tutorial and I’ve watched more than a few times, I just what you did ! I will make this by Xmas 2024 I made this my goal ❤😊 thank you❤

  • @ariadams4832
    @ariadams4832Ай бұрын

    I love the stone!!! Where is it from?

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts19 күн бұрын

    It's a mandala glass crystal. I sell them in my shop :)

  • @zuzuaccesorios
    @zuzuaccesoriosАй бұрын

    ❤belleza

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts19 күн бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @jakkibaker1818
    @jakkibaker1818Ай бұрын

    Great video thank you learnt a lot 😊👍🏻❤️

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @milburncherian5785
    @milburncherian5785Ай бұрын

    Imbali, you're the best.

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    Aw 🥰

  • @artfusion120
    @artfusion120Ай бұрын

    gorgeous

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @es5605
    @es5605Ай бұрын

    So intricate so pretty!!

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @peggyrosales9653
    @peggyrosales9653Ай бұрын

    Gorgeous work!! So very talented!!

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @Curious68
    @Curious68Ай бұрын

    Thank you

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    You're welcome

  • @SophieMire-ek1fn
    @SophieMire-ek1fnАй бұрын

    How much is it?

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    Thanks for your querie, but this pendant has sold.

  • @talishaschmidt7330
    @talishaschmidt7330Ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, it's such a pleasure to learn from you. I would love to see a video of you fixing up the wire when it's not bent the way you intended, For an example when you first made the frame and the two ends going into the bail weren't symmetrical. Peace 🙃

  • @ImbaliCrafts
    @ImbaliCrafts16 күн бұрын

    That is a good point. I'll put that on my bucket list of tutorials to make. Thanks for your suggestion!

  • @Luva-_-
    @Luva-_-Ай бұрын

    Love them! ❤👏👍

  • @saundraschaefer
    @saundraschaefer2 ай бұрын

    This is gorgeous! I just started wire wrapping recently and discovered you today. I'm loving this wonderful archive of tutorials you have!

  • @zepplysZen
    @zepplysZen2 ай бұрын

    Wow, this is just stunningly beautiful when it's finished. You are quite an artist with your designs. I wish my poor hands could keep up. Subscribed ✌️

  • @RosiePFB
    @RosiePFB2 ай бұрын

    This. Is. Fantastic. Thank you so much for this video!❤

  • @janetkreeuseler5259
    @janetkreeuseler52592 ай бұрын

    Gorgeous pendant 😍😍

  • @carolhiler4690
    @carolhiler46902 ай бұрын

    Great tutorial and lovely design. I really like the window with the close-ups on the right of the screen. Thank you.

  • @lesleyhenshaw2878
    @lesleyhenshaw28782 ай бұрын

    Beautiful piece, thank you x❤

  • @simonettamarata1825
    @simonettamarata18252 ай бұрын

    Molto bello. Un ottimo modo per ingabbiare una pietra. Complimenti per questo tutorial e tutti gli altri che hai pubblicato.👄

  • @kristibbradshaw
    @kristibbradshaw2 ай бұрын

    Very pretty. I love it.

  • @simonettamarata1825
    @simonettamarata18252 ай бұрын

    Molto bello e ricercato. Complimenti