Would you please explain the differences of sterling silver wire dead soft/half hard and what type of projects they are best suited for. Thank you much!
- Cheryl
Precious metal wire is used for wire-wrapping, chain-making and other jewelry construction. Precious metal wire is available in:
Wire size is determined by gauge or thickness of the wire. Wire-gauge ranges from a very fine 34-gauge to a very heavy 12-gauge. It is best to choose the diameter that suits the size of your piece.
For instructions on working with wire, it is recommended to take a class, visit our wireworking resources or review a few books to see which one covers the specific topic you're interested in.
- Tammy Honaman, Author, Jewelry-Making Expert and Educator
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