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Discover Wire Wrap Jewelry

and the have-to-have wire wrap tools!

Wire wrap jewelry is a beautiful art form that has spanned thousands of years, and it's easy to begin your own wire wrap journey. Read on for how to begin making your own wire wrap art and jewelry.

As with any new hobby, the right tools make all the difference. Few things are more frustrating than reaching a step and realizing you don’t have the pliers a pattern calls for. Use the tips below to set yourself up for success.

Essential tools for wire wrapping

Beginners can start with a small toolkit: a few pairs of pliers, cutters, and optionally a wire twist tool. Explore our selection of wire wrap pliers to get started.

Assorted wire wrap pliers suitable for beginners
Popular plier shapes for clean loops and bends.

Recommended starter list

  • Flat nose pliers
  • Chain nose pliers
  • Round nose pliers
  • Nippers or flush cutters
  • Optional: 3-step round nose pliers
  • Mandrels for sizing (jump ring, ring, bracelet, neck). See mandrels.

Twisting wire: manual and automatic options

Some patterns call for twisted wire. You can twist manually with a pin vise or use an automatic wire twister for faster results.

Manual twist (pin vise)

Pin vise tool for twisting square wire by hand
A pin vise holds one end while you twist the other with pliers.
How it works

Clamp one end of square wire in the pin vise and hold the other end with flat nose pliers. Rotate the vise to create even twists for decorative accents.

Automatic twist (wire wrap gun)

Cordless automatic wire twister for faster production
A cordless driver speeds up twisting for repetitive tasks.
Why use it

Automatic twisters rotate the wire quickly and consistently—ideal for production runs or thicker gauges where manual twisting is tiring.

Learn with free videos

The best way to begin is to dive in. Grab your tools and wire and get twisting with free wire wrap videos. With a modest investment in quality tools, you’ll be on your way.

Getting started offers

Cover image for the Free Jewelry Instructional DVD

Get your free hour-long jewelry DVD

Learn foundational techniques, essential tools, and complete a full project: a beautiful pair of wire wrap earrings ready to sell.

Beginner Series DVD collection for wire wrapping

Beginner’s Series by Dale “Cougar” Armstrong

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