Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants: Step-by-Step Tutorial
๐ Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant Tutorial
Create stunning jewelry with this DIY wire wrapped pendant tutorial! Wire wrapping is a beautiful way to showcase gemstones without drilling or glue.
๐ ๏ธ Choosing the Right Gemstone
1. Durability
- Best choices: Quartz, agate, jasper (Mohs 6+)
- Avoid: Malachite, selenite
2. Hole Types
- Drilled holes (beginner-friendly)
- Natural points (organic designs)
- No holes? Use “capture” technique
๐ฆ Materials Needed
- ๐ Teardrop gemstone (with hole)
- ใฐ๏ธ 20g wire – 12″ (copper/silver)
- ๐งต 26g wire – 24″ (for wrapping)
- ๐ง Pliers set (chain-nose + round-nose)
- โ๏ธ Wire cutters
๐ Step-by-Step Instructions
1๏ธโฃ Create the Bail
- Cut 12″ of 20g wire
- Thread 3″ through stone’s hole
- Bend 90ยฐ and form loop
2๏ธโฃ Frame the Stone
- Bend wire down each side
- Wrap around stone’s point
- Bring back up opposite side
๐ก Pro Tips
- โก Tension matters: Wrap tightly enough to prevent wiggling
- ๐ Anchor points: Secure at widest/narrowest parts
- ๐ Weave pattern: Crisscross for stability
This DIY wire wrapped pendant tutorial unlocks endless creativity! Start with simple teardrops, then experiment with different stones.
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