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Can I make earring wires from stainless steel wire? If so, explain the challenges and what gauge wire to use. Will it harden when hammered?
Yes, you can make earring wires from stainless steel wire. Choose a gauge between 20 and 22. It’s important to note that stainless steel contains nickel, so is not considered hypoallergenic.
Stainless steel is much harder than sterling silver or copper, making it more difficult to shape. Also, stainless steel is naturally springy, so it doesn’t harden significantly when hammered, but hammering can help smooth and slightly strengthen it. The main caution, though, is that you also run the risk of putting tool marks into your steel block and hammers, rendering them much less useful or ruining them.
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