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Quick Wire Gift Ideas

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Need some last-minute gift ideas that take very little time and money? In this week's Better Beaders episode, Allie and Melissa show us how to make some quick wire gifts that are great for any of your gift recipients!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
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Quick Wire Gift Ideas
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • 18 gauge wire
  • 24 gauge wire
  • Beads (seed beads sizes 11/0, 15/0, 8/0, crystals, and bicones)
  • Tools: Needle case or pens for shaping, pliers, cutters

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Ornament Making:
    Choose a simple shape (e.g., tree, angel) and create a form using 18 gauge wire. Use a pen, marker, or cookie cutter as a guide to shape the wire. Wrap 24 gauge wire around the form to add stability and to attach beads for decoration. Ornament Hanger:
    Cut a 5-6 inch piece of 18 gauge wire. Form a loop at one end to hang the ornament. Decorate by sliding beads onto the wire and secure them by wrapping with 24 gauge wire. Create a hook at the other end to attach to the Christmas tree. Wire Bookmarks:
    Draw a template of your desired bookmark shape. Bend 18 gauge wire to match the template. Decorate with beads, using 24 gauge wire to secure them in place.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    Need some last-minute gift ideas that take very little time and money? In this week's Better Beaders episode, Allie and Melissa show us how to make some quick wire gifts that are great for any of your gift recipients!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • 18 gauge wire
  • 24 gauge wire
  • Beads (seed beads sizes 11/0, 15/0, 8/0, crystals, and bicones)
  • Tools: Needle case or pens for shaping, pliers, cutters

    • Project Steps

    Ornament Making:
    Choose a simple shape (e.g., tree, angel) and create a form using 18 gauge wire. Use a pen, marker, or cookie cutter as a guide to shape the wire. Wrap 24 gauge wire around the form to add stability and to attach beads for decoration. Ornament Hanger:
    Cut a 5-6 inch piece of 18 gauge wire. Form a loop at one end to hang the ornament. Decorate by sliding beads onto the wire and secure them by wrapping with 24 gauge wire. Create a hook at the other end to attach to the Christmas tree. Wire Bookmarks:
    Draw a template of your desired bookmark shape. Bend 18 gauge wire to match the template. Decorate with beads, using 24 gauge wire to secure them in place.