Firecracker Wire Ring Tutorial

Learn to use 18 gauge square wire and 21 gauge half round wire to create an adjustable ring. Make a handmade wire ring with crystal bicone bead middle to show off your wire working skills. Technique learned: Wire Working The designer's suggested colors & materials:

Potomax Jeweler's Wire 18 Gauge Square - Non-Tarnish Gold 12 Feet, ~ 25"

Potomax Jeweler's Wire 21 Gauge Half Round - Non-Tarnish Silver 12 Feet, ~ 6 "

Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Crystal 6mm, 1 Bead

Plastic Ring Sizer Mandrel, 1 Piece Secondary Colorway:

Potomax Jeweler's Wire 18 Gauge Square - Non-Tarnish Silver 12 Feet, ~ 25"

Potomax Jeweler's Wire 21 Gauge Half Round - Non-Tarnish Gold 12 Feet, ~ 6 "

Creating beautiful wire jewelry is easier than you think with this PotomacBeads tutorial. The Fire Cracker Wire ring is a great way to explore the world of wire working.
Cut 5 pieces of 5 inches of 18ga square wire to make a size 6 ring. Add another inch for each size up. Cut 5 inches of 21ga half round wire, curve the wire by hand so the rounded side is up. Wrap the 21ga wire four times around the square wire with the coils beside each other. Flatten out the wire with pliers. Trim the ends. Slide the coils down so there is an inch of wire at the end. Do the same thing on the other end.
Watch the Fire Cracker Wire ring tutorial to see how to coil the wire to design the flourish of swirls.
Add a Potomac crystal bicone to the center wire. Cut the wire down to the coils and use pliers to make a tiny coil in the end. Hide the end in the large swirls.
This Fire Cracker Wire ring is an adjustable ring. You can use the design to make a band that you can then get creative with to add stones of your choice.
Technique learned: Wire Working

Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 20 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Silver 18 Feet

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Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 22 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Silver 24 Feet

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Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 24 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Silver 30 Feet

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BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm

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Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 20 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Premium Gold Plated 18 Feet

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Coiled Wire Earrings - Wire Working Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Coiled Wire Earrings Tutorial

In this latest tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie shows how to make the Coiled Wire Earrings using Artistic Wire and beads. Technique Learned: Wire Working The Designer's suggested colors and materials: - Gemstone 8mm Round - Magnesite Turquoise Matte, ~4 Pieces - Extra Beads Optional (Czech Rondelles 4x7mm - Turquoise), ~2 Pieces - Potomax Jeweler's Wire 20G - Silver Plated, ~1 Foot - Potomax Jeweler's Wire 24G - Silver Plated, ~4 Feet Looking for a new and fun jewelry making project?

In this latest tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie shows how to make the Coiled Wire Earrings using Artistic Wire and beads. Technique Learned: Wire Working The Designer's suggested colors and materials: - Gemstone 8mm Round - Magnesite Turquoise Matte, ~4 Pieces - Extra Beads Optional (Czech Rondelles 4x7mm - Turquoise), ~2 Pieces - Potomax Jeweler's Wire 20G - Silver Plated, ~1 Foot - Potomax Jeweler's Wire 24G - Silver Plated, ~4 Feet Looking for a new and fun jewelry making project? Check out this latest tutorial from PotomacBeads! Allie shows how to make the Coiled Wire Earrings using Artistic Wire and beads. You'll love the finished product, and you'll be proud to say you made it yourself! Begin with the 20 gauge wire and intersect it with the 24 gauge wire, coil it tightly over the top and underneath. Make 26 coils. Take the wire cutters and cut flush, tuck in the ends to keep yourself from getting poked! Take a second piece of 20 gauge wire and using the round nose pliers, make a small loop to form an eyepin. Slide the loop onto the first piece of wire. Make another coiled section on the other side of the loop. Slide the two sections of loops to the middle of the wire. Slide an 8mm bead down the center wire. Fold the coiled sections around the bead and twist the wire to hold the bead in place. Put on another bead and add a new set of coils to both the left and right side of the bead. Fold the coiled sections around the bead as before. Trim the wire. Slide on a Czech rondelle and create a loop on top of the bead. Put the earwire onto the loop. Make sure it is sitting correct so the earring faces forward when wearing. Wirework is a very versatile jewelry making technique that can be used with a variety of beads and materials. It is a great way to add texture and interest to your jewelry designs. Coiled wire earrings are a great way to add a touch of style to any outfit. All you need is a few tools and supplies and you'll be on your way to creating beautiful jewelry.

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