Wrap, Coil, And Weave | Wire Jewelry Art

Intricate webs of wire designed into wearable art, wire wrapped jewelry is a popular handmade art craft using simple tools that include pliers, wire cutters and the wire of course.  Learn about the different styles of wrapping, weaving and coiling wire into jewelry and be inspired by these examples of the types of art jewelry you can create  

Coiled Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant from The Beading Gem

Yoke Style Necklace from Jewelry Making Journal

Wrapped Sea Glass Seahorse Jewelry Example

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Gem Heart 2 Wire Weave Tutorial from Crafts Institute

Starting out with wire crafting is not cost effective when you jump straight to the precious metals such as silver or gold. Using less expensive craft wires made from softer materials such as brass, copper, or aluminum are a perfect alternative as you learn the feel of your wire practicing your craft and develop a design.

But, how do you get started and what type of wrap or weave to decide on? Follow the guides from these expert wrappers:

Basic Jewelry Wire Weaving - 3 Patterns Tutorial

Wire Wrap Cabochon Tutorial 

Be Creative!

~ Tala