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Wire Wrap Ideas for Beginners
by Dale Armstrong
Question:

Should I always use gold or sterling silver "filled" wire for wrapping or is it possible to use other wires. I have fallen in love with wire wrapping. Help me with what gauges to use because I want to sell my product.
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Answer:

Welcome to our 'twisted' world! Wire wrapping is addicting, as you begin to see so many possibilities while following patterns, and before long you are determining your own style! Many folks use a variety of jewelry making wires in their work. Sometimes the choice is due to necessity and the price point of their customers and other times we work in what the stone tells us to use. As discussed earlier, copper and silver or argentium work well together, and some people like creating more rustic looking pieces by using brass or bronze. The choice really is yours, as the artist you will determine what you enjoy working in most and what the people in your area are sporting as their 'latest fashion'.

Answer contributed by Dale "Cougar" Armstrong

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  • Category: General Education
  • Technique(s): Wrapping

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