All posts tagged "wire gauge"

  • Daily Wire Tip: Transferring Designs from Craft Wire to Argentium Wire

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip Question: I make wire wrapped rosaries using a 22-gauge copper non-tarnish silver craft wire. What would I need to use in Argentium® wire? Still 22-gauge? Hard or soft? Thanks for your help....

    • Posted September 24, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Aug. 28: Gauge and Temper for Ear Wires

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip August 28, 2010 Question: What gauge of 14kt gold filled and Sterling Silver wire will I need to make ear wires for earrings and what hardness? Thanks. -Gary in Moss Point, Mississippi...

    • Posted August 27, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Aug. 21: Wrap Wire for 20-gauge Bundles

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip August 21, 2010 Question: I’m presently using 20-gauge half hard wire. What type of wire should I use to wrap these wires? -Bernard in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Answer: As I am not...

    • Posted August 20, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip: Wire Gauges for Various Jewelry Styles

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip Question: I am prepared to start wire working after a year or two of reading numerous questions and responses, as well as many success stories. I have hesitated for a few reasons...

    • Posted August 3, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip July 29: Wire Gauge for Hoop Earrings

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip July 29, 2010 Question: What gauge of wire do I use for hoop ear rings? Everything I try seems to be too light. -Cookie in Atlantic City, New Jersey Answer: The size...

    • Posted July 28, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip July 28: Wire Gauge Measurements

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip July 28, 2010 Question: Sometimes I’ve noticed that wire is sold by decimal measurement. Is there a conversion chart to establish the gauge? -Sue in Post Falls, Idaho Answer: Hi Sue, the...

    • Posted July 27, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip July 26: Pattern Help

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip July 26, 2010 Question: A few patterns I have call for 14-gauge “twisted wire,” with no further explanation. Does it mean a 14-gauge square or half round wire, twisted? I also have...

    • Posted July 25, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip: How to Use a Wire Gauge

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip Question: How do I find out what size my wire is? I’m not sure what wire gauge it is. -Mary in Santa Rosa, California Answer: Mary, you can use a wire gauge...

    • Posted July 19, 2010
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  • Daily Tip July 7: Handmade Wire Clasps

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip July 7, 2010 Question: I was wondering what your favorite wire clasp is? Personally, I don’t care for the “S” clasp. It seems to come loose and then fall off. I don’t...

    • Posted July 6, 2010
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  • Daily Tip June 22: Designing Your Own Bracelet

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip June 22, 2010 Question: Dale, is there a rule of thumb governing the size and temper of wire for a self-designed project? For instance, for a bracelet, what determines the size of...

    • Posted June 21, 2010
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  • Daily Tip June 19: Identifying Mystery Wire

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip June 19, 2010 Question: I bought some wire a year or so ago. It is not marked what gauge it is. How can I figure out what gauge it is, and if...

    • Posted June 18, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip June 13: Attaching Beads to Tablecloths

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip June 13, 2010 Question: I bought from Wire-Sculpture 1 kilo bag of diverse beads. Got these because I needed heavy beads to make some table cloth weights to attach so winds won’t...

    • Posted June 12, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip: Type of Wire for Neck Wire Pendants

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip Question: I want to make neck wires for pendants. I have several, and most seem to be made of 2mm or 3mm square wire. What kind of wire would you suggest for...

    • Posted June 11, 2010
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  • Jewelry Making Tool Time – Measuring Tools

    I want to talk to you today about size. Size matters, right? Right–and especially in wire jewelry making. Let me tell you—I’m naturally impatient, but I’ve learned that I have to measure everything when I make jewelry....

    • Posted March 8, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip Dec. 25: Wire Gauge for a Bird’s Nest

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip December 25, 2009 MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! Question: I saw a silver wire wrap bird nest with pearls for the eggs.  What gauge silver wire would be suitable to weave the nest? Answer: I...

    • Posted December 25, 2009
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    Daily Wire Tip Nov. 20: Does Gold Filled Wire Come in 18kt?

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip November 20, 2009 Question: Does gold filled wire come in 18kt? If yes, can you recommend where this can be purchased? Answer: After doing some extensive research, the only 18kt gold-filled wire...

    • Posted November 20, 2009
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