Having absolute no experience in wire working, I was eager to find a book that would teach me the basics in a simple straight-forward way. THIS IS THE BOOK!All Wired Up was written for someone who has the desire to learn, but doesn't know where to start. Large illustrations and easy to follow instructions guide the novice in learning the Basics from simple loops-stars (which for some reason I just cannot make) to Basic Projects, Findings, Ear Wires, Clasps (really easy) and Cages for beads/stones/marbles/or?)The Contemporary Wirework shown at the end of the book is inspiring and does require much more knowledge of wirework; however, it does inspire the beginner to learn more and try harder to create their own wirework masterpieces. At least, it inspired me to do so.