How To Wire Wrap Jewelry?

Best type of jewelry wire?

• Hello, I am trying to figure out what type of metal jewelry wire I need for a beading project. I found mostly copper wire at the craft store, as well as a smaller variety of aluminum and brass wire. Is this copper wire (came in many colors) a durable wire? It seemed very soft. Is there a stronger wire on the market? I am mostly looking for 22-28 gauge wire. Thanks!

• Answer:

  There are many different types of jewelry making wire to choose from depending on the design and beads that you are using for your project as to the wire you would choose. Copper wire can be used when first learning beading as it is relatively inexpensive so great to practice wire techniques. Have a look at this artice on how to choose the correct Jewelry making wire http://www.beads-beading-needs.com/jewelry-making-wire.html and also look at the page on wire gauge chart. Hope this will help you to purchase the correct wire for your project.