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Your tools are one of the most important aspects of making wire jewelry. Wire jewelry has few tools just made for this art. Most jewelry tools used to make wire jewelry comes from the silversmith or the goldsmith but few tools are actually made just for making wire jewelry. Below we will try to cover the good, the bad and the ugly of wire jewelry tools.

Beginners Guide to using a Tumbler and Keeping your Jewelry Sparkling
Kristina
Beginners Guide to using a Tumbler and Keeping your Jewelry Sparkling This tutorial will explain how to use a rotary tumbler to clean and polish your wire jewelry, as well as some tips to keep your jewelry clean and sparkling afterwards. . . . keep reading »
Can one put a piece of cameo jewelry in a tumbler?
Can one put a piece of cameo jewelry in a tumbler? Can one put a piece of cameo jewelry in a tumbler? Also, will turquoise be okay in a tumbler? . . . keep reading »
Does steel shot for tumbling destroy any type of wire?
Does steel shot for tumbling destroy any type of wire? I know you use steel shot to harden jewelry, does steel shot discolor any types of wire? There is a stainless steel mix sold to tumble jewelry but I'm afraid to use it. Will it destroy jewelry because of the different shapes? . . . keep reading »
Is it needed to sand each jump ring to remove burrs?
Is it needed to sand each jump ring to remove burrs? I bought a Jump Ring Maker/Economy Flexshaft so I could make my own jump rings. My problem is after I make the jump rings I tumble them to work harden them and get burrs off for two or three days. Then I tumble the piece again after it is made for another two or more days and I still have burrs. Do I have to sand each jump ring to remove burrs. . . . keep reading »
Where is the best place to find an affordable dremmel tool?
Janice Thompson
Where is the best place to find an affordable dremmel tool? I need a dremel for drilling holes and cutting in my jewelry studio. Where can I get one cheap? . . . keep reading »
What is the best tools for cutting wire?
Bonnie Firestone
What is the best tools for cutting wire? When buying a flush cutter does it matter if it has a retainer or not? What do you think is better for cutting wire? . . . keep reading »
Ultra Sonic Cleaner vs Ionic Cleaners
Preston Reuther
Ultra Sonic Cleaner vs Ionic Cleaners Jewelery Cleaners which one should you choose? An Ionic cleaner or an Ultrasonic cleaner? It is a personal choice for every wire artist, beader or jewelry maker. But hands down the best one is.......... . . . keep reading »
Ask Preston: How Do I Keep from Scratching and Damaging My Wire?
Preston Reuther, Master Wire Sculptor
Ask Preston: How Do I Keep from Scratching and Damaging My Wire? Having trouble with scratching and damaging your gold filled wire for your wire name writing? Here are some tips that will help gaurantee damage free wire names and other wire jewelry........ . . . keep reading »
How To Make A Home Made Wire Gauge
Mary Reuther
How To Make A Home Made Wire Gauge Different gauges, tempers, sizes and shapes of jewelry making wire can be very confusing for those new to the art of Making wire jewelry but this handy gauge will show you how...... . . . keep reading »
Using The Caliper or Millimeter Gauge in The Home Jewelry Shop
Preston Reuther Master Wire Sculptor
Using The Caliper or Millimeter Gauge in The Home Jewelry Shop The caliper tool, otherwise known as the millimeter gauge, is a handy gauge for measuring gems, cabs, cameos and jewelry settings. It is a must have if you are going to be using any type of gem or cabochon in your wire sculpting or wire wrapping projects. . . . keep reading »
All About Wire Twisting Tools For Wire Jewelry
Preston Reuther Master Wire Sculptor
All About Wire Twisting Tools For Wire Jewelry We are going to look at and talk about six different wire twisting tools that are used regularly to make name writing. Twisting name necklaces with any jewelers tool gives your name writing a "filigree" look that can help with your home jewelry sales. . . . keep reading »
Polishing and Cleaning Handcrafted Wire Jewelry
Preston Reuther Master Wire Sculptor
Polishing and Cleaning Handcrafted Wire Jewelry Here are 5 easy ways to polish your hand made wire jewelry on the cheap. This article covers several methods to keep your wirewrapped jewelry squeaky clean for that next jewelry show or home jewelry party. . . . keep reading »
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