This flexible, easy-to-work-with copper wire is ideal for creating your own DIY jewelry. Shape it into rings or spirals, or use it for wire wrapping to elegantly showcase your gemstones and beads.
Flexible and malleable, this wire bends, twists, and takes shape easily, whether by hand or with precision pliers. With a diameter of 0.51 mm, it offers a good balance between flexibility and strength, making it suitable for both beginners and those experienced in working with metal wire. The spool comes with 18.2 meters of wire, which provides plenty of material for experimentation.
It is coated with a copper galvanization and a tarnish-resistant finish.
What can you do with copper wire?
This round copper wire lends itself to many techniques. It’s particularly well-suited for wire wrapping: wrap it around a stone, a bead, or a cabochon to create a pendant or a ring with a gemstone. You can also use it to make wire bangles, handmade rings, or decorative elements to incorporate into your jewelry designs. It pairs well with other materials such as seed beads, natural stones, or silver wire, as seen in this bangle bracelet. The metal wire lettering technique is also an interesting option for forming initials or words to incorporate into a piece of jewelry.
Whether you’re just starting out with wirework or looking to refine your techniques, practical guides and tutorials are available to walk you through the process step by step. You’ll find advice on choosing essential tools, as well as explanations of wire hardness levels and the basic techniques for working neatly and achieving consistent results.
Details:
Wire diameter: 0.51 mm
Sold in 18.2-meter spools.
