All About Different Wire for Jewelry Making | Jewelry 101

[@cindyherman3755]

I am new at jewelry making and was looking for some beginner friendly videos. I am SO glad I found your channel. You do a great job of explaining each technique and what you need to get started. I am so excited to start!!

[@samna789]

I would really appreciate a tutorial on the different types of wire eg, gold plated, sterling silver, etc. Which ones tarnish?

[@uluvnic]

That's exactly what I was wondering. I'm not confused by the size, but if I'm to sell jewelry at a higher price, it needs to last and not tarnish.

[@hanzky8880]

Thats what im looking too not the gauges but the quality😢

[@JewelSchool]

Hello! Thanks for asking about this. Unless wire has a tarnish-resistant coating added during manufacturing, all metal tarnishes over time to varying degrees. You can use polishing cloths to keep your metals polished! And here is a video about different kinds of jewelry-making wire :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnK9d5h3hp2cf6c?mcid=XSOjsyt

[@Janelh11]

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[@CastostrophicEntropy]

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[@junetonelli4846]

Wow that was the absolute best explanation of what gauge wire to use I have ever seen! I have been struggling with what to use on what type of jewelry forever. Thank you so much for making it so clear. You are awesome! 💜

[@samna789]

Please do a video on the different types of metals eg surgical steel, sterling silver, gunmetal, plated and which ones fade?

[@cathyellington7599]

I loved this show. Where were you 18 years ago when I started and tried learning this on my own. Lol I have wasted so much money because I didn’t have the knowledge. Thank you, getting back into it and now this is so helpful. Thanks

[@sindhurao4293]

I had a tough time deciding what wires I should buy to start wire jewellery. This tutorial really helps! Thank you so so much.

[@barefootrealist246]

Thank you! Just pulled out all my old jewelry wire and beads after years of not doing anything. This was a great reminder.

[@MSJCraftsBoutique]

I really appreciate this tutorial 💖 and subscribed to your channel. I make trees of life and I'm currently working on a big 16 inch tree of life with moon suncatcher . I have tried so hard but it was still floppy ☹. I'm used to working in bracelets with 24 or 22gauge wire . I also work in 4, 5, and 8 inch hoops using 22gauge gauge wire. I have recently made my 16 inch moon hoop over twice and removed it from my hoop😢 I'm doing it over still using 22gauge wire but doubling it up because I like my trees tight and sturdy. I have only used 22gauge and 24 gauge wire for my projects. I'm ready once again to try to succeed in this project using 22gauge wire. I'm 65 years old and my trees are very beautiful and important part of my life. I'm trying new techniques on my KZbin channel, however I still get confused about wire. This was a wonderful tutorial. I think I need my wire more sturdy than 22gauge 😮but I'm not sure what gauge wire is best for me. I would appreciate any advice 💖

[@TimonynCo]

i've only just started out and didn't know the different wires, i found your video and now i do so thank you for your help.

[@kayisess]

The best video on wires and uses with jewellery making

[@priscillaortiz5159]

This is a great video, lot of us beginners, need these type of videos to teach us what to use when making Jewlery. Thank you for sharing.

[@ellenscusa6504]

This is exactly what I have been searching for and was having so much trouble trying to find someone to show what wire goes with what. So thank you so much for that! It was very much apprecciated.

[@Jana-xp5py]

Can you please tell me which is better, tinted copper (with silver colour) or non tarnish silver colour plated wire from artistic wire? and also which brand is the best for these wires Parawire or Artistic wire (or if you can recommend another brand I can find in local shops that would be great). And lastly, I bought a couple of wires that were stainless steel not knowing they were stiff and hard to work with, so I was wondering if using a one step looper would help make things faster and easier or would it just damage the plier? I bought a flush cutter and can already see dents and its not as sharp as it was when I first bought it. Do you think the same thing would happen to the one step looper? Thank you for your time! 💓💓

[@allisonkane338]

You're a great and engaging instructor, Susan!! Your videos are WONDERFUL!!! Keep up the great work.

[@SweetKel]

Super helpful. I was on the way to buy wire and this was exactly what I needed to know.

[@wen-wenwang6920]

I just discovered Susan’s videos and have been binge watching them. So skilled, clear, insightful and such beautiful designs. Unfortunately, I bought a lot of wire before watching her videos, so I have a lot of 22 gauge wire. I haven’t seen any tutorials that use this size yet. Does Susan have any tutorials using 22 gauge wire (aside from eyepins)? Or does anyone else have a favorite tutorial that uses this wire size? Thank you in advance!

[@JewelSchool]

Don't fret about having too much 22ga. You can use it for all sorts of things because it is a good general-purpose wire. It's a bit too thick to fit through most beads, BUT it has excellent durability and is easy to work with for most jewelry projects. We'll see if we can't feature it in a video for you! By the way, You can never have too many eye pins or head pins! Jewel School is always sold out of the pre-made ones. Take this opportunity to make a bunch of them. You might even be able to sell some to fellow crafters in need! Headpin videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZKVlqWinJeoi80 kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6i3hnx9jdCZa68 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqXZm395qLh0rrM

[@wen-wenwang6920]

@@JewelSchool Thank you so much. I would *love* to see a video on 22ga wire. Susan‘s video about her favorite things to do with different sizes of wire was so interesting and insightful, I wish there were more. Maybe a more in-depth version of that one? Or tutorials that focus on each of the wire sizes? Thanks for the link.

[@LisasLifeThenandNow]

This was so helpful! I’ve done rings and bracelets. I’m loving my bracelets, but I want to try earrings now. You have helped me multiple times. My first rings that i successfully made and gave to my daughters, they loved and still where to this day, I learned from you! Thank you!!

[@jodyab71]

thanku so much ,this video came at the right time. im new to jewelry making. i couldn’t figure out what gauge was which or what to use it for. this video helped me so much to decide what to order and how to use it

[@marthafontaine9797]

What kind of wire is safe to use for people with allergies. Great tutorial. Thank you for sharing.

[@JewelSchool]

Hi Martha! It depends on the type of allergy. Usually, it's best to stick to a pure metal like gold or silver. You can see if a gold plated wire 14k, 10k, etc.(where the gold is touching your skin and not the base metal) might work. Good luck!

[@ndfrancis]

I just love your jewellery making channel. ❤️❤️❤️👌👍

[@JewelSchool]

Thank you so much 😊

[@sandraleamelendez9679]

Hi Just found your video..Love the way you explain the different guages.. May I make a suggestion? A dark background would really work better. We would be able to see your samples better. Have a nice day.. Thank you.. Sandy

[@sueneely7248]

Is there a wire you can crochet with?

[@aliciasanchez5441]

I am glad I came across with your video. It helps me a lot on what wire to use for my project. Thank you.

[@Ibanm3]

The fact that we got these informations for free!! Ahh thank you so much 💓

[@denisemanning4673]

I wish I had discovered your channel before. I bought wires not knowing what I was doing. Thank you so much.

[@normagabor3901]

Thank you Susan for explaining which gauge of wire works best for all the different things we can do with wire. It can be confusing but this makes it easier. I am saving this for reference.

[@barkoartstudio3096]

Great video. I have been making jewelry for years and kind of had this all in my head but it was good to hear it in a concise thesis.

[@mistyfan69]

Thank you. This information is exactly what I was looking for. I make stitch markers/ earrings (can be used as either). Now I know that I need 22 gage.

[@patriciamorgan6545]

Thanks, Susan! Very helpful and succinct, all gauges explained nicely in one place. If only I'd had this resource five years ago! Jewel School just keeps getting better and better! And I've been watching the broadcasts since the beginning (the era of Wilma Flintstone large round beads☺, prior to guest artists and their techniques). PS, I appreciate these YT videos, as I don't do Facebook.

[@santanadcruz9653]

Lovely. Never knew that so many types of wire gauge is required to make different types of items.👍👍

[@hetush1216]

I am new to jewellery making and this is really informative.. Thank you :)

[@wipamuu]

Those lines are black when time pass? Thanks for knowledge

[@rezkitty397]

Thank u, that helps in understanding what guage is best for which use👍☺️💯

[@linawidhy]

Great tutorial . I have some big free shape baroque pearls . I was planing wanna make a necklace. Which wire I can use ? Thank you

[@perfectlyparker]

Recently into jewelry making.. could you explain the difference between full hard, dead soft, full soft etc. it’s all really confusing when trying to decide what wire to buy

[@manderslove22]

Can you make a video on how to make your necklace? So pretty!!

[@donnamoore7554]

Thanks for the info. Fast and informative. ❤

[@nefertitikmb4091]

Your the BOMB!...I love your Energy it's so Bubbly and Energetic!...Just how a great teacher should be!....Thanks for the Creative Knowledge and Wisdom!...Peace Love and "LIGHT" 2U!...

[@myway2653]

I was just saying I needed to see a video like this.

[@15pratapreddy]

Thank you for the information. Silver plated, gold plated do tarnish overtime so how or what is needed to clean those tarnished silver plated or gold plated jewellery to bring back its shine? While cleaning those plated wires beads do come in contact, so will beads get damaged while cleaning those plated wires?

[@surabhi3goel]

I want to make a twisted brass wire waist belt with some pearls in it. Which one would you recommend?

[@trishwoods]

Thank you for this video! I really appreciate your personality and enthusiasm. You are a person I would have chosen to take an in person "class" from. I am so glad you are making these videos....especially these beginner videos!

[@dinavilleda5417]

Is amazing to know all about the sises of the wires thank you!

[@pao0873]

Thank you so much! I like how you explain what you can make with each wire! 😃definitely helps to know which one to get for your different projects!

[@karenfletcher6269]

Love the videos! You explain your steps well, but I really can’t see what you are doing. Could you possibly use a close up camera? Thank you.

[@HajarKarimi-ej8ys]

Hello Thank you for great posts. Can you tell me one of the best size of the wire? I want to buy one wire, please tell me one of them🙏🏻

[@magdalenatriasricci]

Hola Susan el Jewelry qué tipo de metal es? Desde ya gracias, me encantan tus clases.

[@ladybistre9596]

That's funny. The different gages are just like in healthcare then in terms of the gage of the needle. An 18G is a larger needle to draw up solution & a 25 gage is a smaller needle we use to administer medication. I didn't realize it crossed over into other industries. Very informative video.

[@kieleymikala2259]

Are these wire half hard?

[@brawyn777]

What gage do u think would be good for Christmas spider legs ?

[@radianceoftheheart2469]

For a bracelet what diameter should i choose?

[@vimsyvrajan2387]

Which brand of wire is most durable and does not get tarnished easily?

[@mariebk1]

Is it super thin the 30 Gauge wire to wrap murano beads around necklaces? The reason I like very thin wire is because I want it pretty much to be invisible.

[@homebodiespilates3533]

Do you have to heat the wire to bend it?

[@robertsanders339]

I get the copper a blackish stuff after I braze how to clean it

[@TheKaswid1]

Love your videos. I completely new to jewelry making and your videos are my number 1 go to. I use silver plated wire to make the items in ur video. I am noticing nicks and scratch’s. When I try to buff out it seems to show a light copper underneath. You don’t use the plastic on ur tools. Wondering what I am doing wrong. And when I burnish an end it takes off the silver completely. Advice would be greatly appreciated

[@vanicharvik6855]

Thank you sooo much for your useful information dear😍😍

[@dchurch2012]

Excellent video; Very helpful and useful information.

[@yasminsumar642]

Can you do a video on both gold and silver wires that won’t tarnish.

[@michaeldesilvio221]

Is there any solid gold, platinum or silver wire?

[@pumpkin3761]

That was a really good video for learning wire thank you I am trying to make a ring of a piece of sea glass.

[@moniquevaughn2157]

Can you explain the difference between half -hard and dead soft wire and what do you use each for

[@JewelSchool]

Hi Monique! We are currently working on this very tutorial!. However a quick answer for you would be: 1. Dead soft wire is basically be used for wire wrapping projects. 2. Half hard is for making components, like headpins, ear wires and jump rings that need to hold their shape. Hope this helps!

[@irelanddoane6086]

Loved the video! I'm so new to this craft and I was wondering any tips for wire wrapping around sunglasses? Essentially I would be wire wrapping around a sort of pin and then glue it or adhesive the pin to the sunglasses frame.

[@JewelSchool]

You know, we have never tried this, so to give you advice, would be just that...advice. If you're going to be wrapping, we suggest using a softer wire.

[@rdpcl]

This is a great video, I appreciate you showing sample works with each gauge.

[@1981janni]

I wouldrealy like to know. How do you harden the jewery after working whit them? Soo you dont end up.. deform earring or ring later.. i hear that you need a polising stone maskine?

[@AliceNsWonderland]

0:25 the way I remember this (higher # = thinner wire & smaller seed beads) Picture an inch on a ruler. If you were to line up wire pieces from 1 end to the other, you'd only need 16 of the thicker wire (16 gauge) but you'd need 24 pieces of the thinner wire(24gauge) This goes for seed beads too ! i.e. it'd take 15¿gauge? itty bitty seed beads to fill the same space that it'd take only 6larger beads to fill. I don't know if this makes sense outside my brain; I only got about 45 mins/sleep last night bc of sick baby girl

[@michelestout9438]

I love your videos and your enthusiasm ❣️ I’ve just started making jewelry and your teaching is pretty clear and straight forward. Please make more videos of ‘the basics” 🙏🏻

[@Florinadivina]

@JewelSchool can you do gemstone beading on silver wire of 0,5mm? will it last in time? and also all the bending in the making process?

[@JewelSchool]

Hi! This is probably a 24/25 gauge. So, this is a hard question to answer because it totally depends on what type of beading you’re doing and the size of the holes in the gemstones. 24g is flexible but not the most flexible. You can definitely bead with it but again, wire selection is completely dependent on the project, the technique, and the beads. Wish there was a more straightforward answer, but hopes this helps!

[@cursedkirby4211]

Personly I use 24 gauge for rings it holds the shape and I just put clear nail polish for the ends so it won't get caught in clothes

[@liseleger6162]

I love watching all of your videos. I love the way you explain and it’s in details. Very clear instruction. You are doing a great job. Thank you for inspiring me with your techniques. 😊

[@kunhamedt7268]

Can you tell good brands of material

[@Lunaaa_24]

This was really helpful...thank you so much for this video ✨

[@ThinnerandHealthier]

Is all these wires non tarnishing wire?

[@sugarmaple60]

Hi. I am very new to this and never made a bracelet which is what I am interested in doing. Is the wire coated with a precious metal like silver?

[@stephaniepazoles618]

if i use 24 gauge wire and just sting the beads on it and add the clasp, using the wrap technique, Is that okay? or do you think it is to stiff?

[@jeanbaker-haynes2307]

Very good instruction video with valuable information. Thank you for sharing.

[@christinatalavera1796]

I love your ring‼️❣️

[@afraataa942]

What brands of wire is the best for wire wrapping (rings and necklaces) and doesn’t tarnish easily ?

[@dicey7890]

Hi, I know nothing about this stuff. Which gauge wire should I use to make a small smooth rock on a gold necklace? I bought wire that was thin and it would not bend so wrapping the rock with it was not possible.

[@ChiarettaCroce]

Great infos for a beginner like me, but which gauge to crochet with? Tks.

[@lilaalabed2527]

Thank you so much for all your teaching. I just don't quite understand the difference between open and ? connectors and why you would chose one over the other. Can you help? Thank you in advance.

[@patricianolin3164]

Learning gauge is essential, but plz I want more! Chains are crazy, so many different types, and I imagine as many uses. But 1 thing I am stumped on, types of wire. What I would like to know is what wire is silver coloured, tarnish resistant will not lose its colour. Sterling silver, silver plated, silver coated and silver filled! Copper core or iron? Stainless steel looks it. And I would love to try antique bronze. But above all, I would love it if the pieces I will be making do not tarnish, rust, lose colour, have their core exposed and not turn anyones skin a different colour. I have also heard there is an anti tarnish wipe for your metals? But most metals are not alone, they come with beads, gems and othr goodies. How safe is it for them? Any tutorisls along these lines? Or books? I am so new to this, I have not even made 1 piece of jewelry yet, but very hopeful. Help plz!

[@JewelSchool]

Hi Patricia! Beadalon’s artistic wire. Parawire’s plated wire. Both are great tarnish resistant, plated wires that hold their finish. If you want your sterling, copper or brass NOT to oxidize, you can spray with an acrylic sealer, which generally speaking does not hurt the beads. You can also consider using Argentium silver which is less likely to tarnish. I oxidize everything…so problem solved

[@patricianolin3164]

@@JewelSchool thx 4 ur help, greatly appreciated

[@naeemaalmaimaniyoutubechan2895]

Does the color changes

[@antoinette4568]

Hello...yes did for me is most important is the differences in wire metal types as was asked previously by others and a good GOLD plated quality wire that can be bought for jewelry thank you.

[@diannestagner5472]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, very very helpful and spot on for answering my questions on wire sizes.

[@JewelSchool]

Glad it was helpful!

[@faye8011]

Please, what type of wire is best, Aluminum craft or Perm coloured covered brass wire? What type are you taking about in this video? And is there a differences between the gauges and wires. Many thanks Faye

[@samtenwangmowangdi1107]

which wire is the best for rings?

[@bitbybitfarmseast3085]

Very helpful video. I have to laugh at my 2 lives of wire compared to being a jewelry newbie. I know wire gauge well… as an RN and rancher. 18 gauge needle…great to run blood.-20 in a pinch. 24 butterfly for tiny fragile veins. 14 gauge smooth wire for horse’s fences, barb wire for cows, and baling wire in a pinch too.!

[@JewelSchool]

Wow! Sounds like you have a very eventful life! 👏🏻 Thank you for your medical service!

[@savannabasi2806]

Which one is best for making rings that are sturdy enough to hold but not to thick (anyone can respond)

[@LateBoomer1964]

The reason gauge goes from the highest number for the thinnest wire to the smallest number for the thickest wire is...The tool used to measure wire thickness is called a "gauge" which is a round ring with a hole inside. It takes less thicker wires to fill that gauge. so the number is smaller. It takes more of a thinner wire to fill that hole so the number is higher. I hope this helps with a visual to remember the gauge of wires.

[@cyndimcgregor2312]

Just like needles for Botox and filler 👍

[@snehaaGajanan]

Excellent video. Had a clear idea of different size of wire and where it can be used. Love to watch more such videos😊😘

[@vickyrushton1783]

Thank you

[@choosystuff177]

Could I just ask is this copper or aluminium wire. Thank you 🙏

[@JewelSchool]

This is specifically a tarnish resistant plated craft wire. They have a base metal, usually copper or brass and then permanently colored with a silver tone. The wire brand is Parawire. Sterling Silver and Gold plating is also available as well as a range of different colors. www.jtv.com/category/jewelry-making/wire/_/N-451581875

[@Monster-wt1qk]

Very informative! Thank you!

[@StitchesbySharonH]

Very helpful!! Thank you for explaining and sharing! 💜

[@zaharasundermeyer6211]

What wire strengths are you using? I get confused on hard, half hard, soft and dead soft and when its a good idea to use what.

[@JewelSchool]

Hi Zahara! Most wire is half hard or dead soft. Use dead soft when you are going to be doing a lot of intricate wrapping or if you need to be able to manipulate the wire with ease. Think wire wrapping or weaving. Use half hard when you are making open loops and shapes. It is harder and holds its shape better. Think ear wires, hoop earrings, scrollwork.

[@carolmoore1461]

have you done or will you do a video about the soft, half hard wire etc.??

[@JewelSchool]

I have a great video that explains different kinds of wire for jewelry-making. Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnK9d5h3hp2cf6cmcid=XSOjsyt In general, you are not going to want to use dead soft wire for anything that needs to hold shape, like a jump ring, ring, headpines, etc.

[@maisorabi2376]

Thank you for this video, it is really very useful 🌼🌼

[@willxoxw]

The wires you have in this video, are they dead-soft, half-hard, or full-hard?

[@havefaith1549]

Excellent video. Thank you so much!!!

[@mohandasnair9211]

another great tutorial. i learned alot.