What is Wire Wrapping?

If you're searching for information about wire wrapping, then chances are you know a little about the art of wire wrapping already. However, maybe you complimented your friend's bracelet, only to have her reply that it's handmade wire wrapping. If you're a craft-minded person you probably heard this and said, "Well, I want to try wire wrapping, too! But, what is it exactly?"

The first unique thing about wire wrapping is that it results in beautiful jewelry made completely by hand. The art of wire wrapping involves using your hands and wire wrapping tools (mainly various types of pliers) to twist, bend, wrap, and shape wires into a beautiful ring, necklace, bracelet, or pair of earrings. Because there are so many varieties of wire (including 14kt gold, sterling silver, copper, and colored wire) and decorative pieces to choose from, each piece is unique, whether you follow a wire wrapping pattern or fashion your own design.

You can create something simple out of wire, or you may wish to include cabochons, gems, and cameos to make pendants or a unique wire wrapping ring, necklace, bracelet, or even earrings. Don't forget wire wrapping beads! There is no limit to what you can create with just beads and wire - you can even make your own findings, such as clasps, jump rings, and bails, once you've explored wire wrapping and mastered your skills. The ideas are endless when it comes to creating with wire wrapping.

Wire wrapping can be an activity you do in your spare time for fun or to make gifts for friends and family. If you're an entrepreneur and discover a love of wire wrapping, you may even find yourself selling your creations. Don't forget, we're here to help! wirejewelry has a variety of wire wrapping videos, wire jewelry patterns, and wire jewelry selling tips, and you can even sign up for a "Tip of the Day" e-mail delivered straight to your inbox. Whatever the reason you're guaranteed to find an enjoyable hobby that you'll easily become "wrapped up" in.

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