BEAD & WIRE HEART Materials: - 18g wire – 1 ½ feet - 28g wire – 3 feet - Assorted beads – approximately 50 assorted sizes - Ribbon (optional) Step 1 - Take the 1 ½ ft of 18 gauge wire and holding both ends, cross the wires and pull gently to create a small loop in the center. Step 2 – Cross the wires again, the heart shape takes form. When the desired size and shape is achieved bend excess wire up. Step 3 – Spiral off the ends of the excess wire to create a decorative effect inside the heart. Step 4 –Take the end of the 28g wire and bind the point of the hearts leaving a long tail. Step 5 – Add a few beads and weave the wire across the heart frame. Continue to embellish until you are satisfied. Step 6 – Add ribbon if desired. This heart can be used to embellish a card or package, you can wear it for Valentine's Day or you can hang in a window or from your rear view mirror!