In this quick and easy wire working tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie shows how to make the Floating Wire Necklace. Using jewelry-making pliers and memory wire, plus some 14mm beads, she designs a simple but eye-catching necklace. This is a great tutorial to get started with wire working or to use up any leftover beads you may have on hand.
Memory wire (bracelet or necklace wire, avoid ring wire)
Wide jaw pliers, round nose pliers, chain nose pliers (optional: nylon jaw pliers)
Memory wire cutters
Beads (14mm recommended, varied sizes and colors for design flexibility)
Beading wire or cable (Beadalon .018 in gold color for the example)
Chinese knotting cord (or any cord of choice)
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Quick Project Steps
Prepare Your Materials: Gather memory wire, cutters, pliers, beads, and cord.
Cut Memory Wire: Use memory wire cutters to cut a length of wire, avoiding ring wire for easier handling.
Shape the Wire: Use wide jaw pliers to bend the wire into desired shapes (e.g., triangles or squares).
Make Loops: Create loops at the ends of the wire segments to hold the beads and cord.
Assemble the Necklace: Thread beads and wire segments onto the beading wire or cord, arranging them in a visually pleasing manner.
Finish with Slip Knots: Create adjustable slip knots at the ends of the cord for an easy-to-wear design.
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In this quick and easy wire working tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie shows how to make the Floating Wire Necklace. Using jewelry-making pliers and memory wire, plus some 14mm beads, she designs a simple but eye-catching necklace. This is a great tutorial to get started with wire working or to use up any leftover beads you may have on hand.
Designer's Material List
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Memory wire (bracelet or necklace wire, avoid ring wire)
Wide jaw pliers, round nose pliers, chain nose pliers (optional: nylon jaw pliers)
Memory wire cutters
Beads (14mm recommended, varied sizes and colors for design flexibility)
Beading wire or cable (Beadalon .018 in gold color for the example)
Chinese knotting cord (or any cord of choice)
Project Steps
Prepare Your Materials: Gather memory wire, cutters, pliers, beads, and cord.
Cut Memory Wire: Use memory wire cutters to cut a length of wire, avoiding ring wire for easier handling.
Shape the Wire: Use wide jaw pliers to bend the wire into desired shapes (e.g., triangles or squares).
Make Loops: Create loops at the ends of the wire segments to hold the beads and cord.
Assemble the Necklace: Thread beads and wire segments onto the beading wire or cord, arranging them in a visually pleasing manner.
Finish with Slip Knots: Create adjustable slip knots at the ends of the cord for an easy-to-wear design.
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