How-Tos on Wireworking

Follow along with Patti, a jewelry designer here at Fire Mountain Gems and beads jewelry studio, teaching a simple and elegant technique that can level up your jewelry making skillset with just a few materials and tools.

Learn how to create beautiful, consistently sized wireworked hook-and-eye and toggle clasps using Artistic Wire® Findings Forms™ jigs.

Experience the beauty of banded amethyst in this layered necklace design and earring set featuring exquisite wirework.

Show your support for victims of domestic violence and other hardships and diseases with this jewelry set. Our step-by-step instructions will guide you in making your own version, whether it's for yourself, a friend, or to support charity fundraisers.

Learn how to create a stunning wire-wrapped crazy lace agate pendant necklace using ParaWire™ in the accompanying how-to video for a beautiful presentation.

Hand-cut rhodochrosite rondelles marry the glow of luxury with the power of nature in this necklace and earring ensemble. The peachy tones of the rondelles are balanced by 14Kt gold-filled beads, infusing this lovely set with a gentle warmth.

Fuse sleek geometric shapes into an organic whole in these striking gold-filled and black onyx earrings. Embrace sophistication with this stunning pair.

Turquoise, copper and sterling silver mingle in this stylish bracelet featuring the ever-popular December birthstone. Turquoise looks fantastic with silver or copper—and even more fabulous when it's all three together.

Q: I purchased a string of tourmaline briolettes with the holes cut at the top from Fire Mountain. I want to attach them to a gold filled chain (like a string of fish) for earrings. The problem is the holes are much too small to attach with head pins. I have the 26 gauge gold-filled wire from your catalog--but in a dilemma to get the half-hard or full-hard through to make the twisted loop attachment?

The Artistic Wire® Oval Ear Wire Jig enables you to fashion smooth curves and consistent shapes for flawless results. Master the art of wire shaping and watch your earring designs take flight.

Craft consistently flawless ear wires with the Artistic Wire® Round Ear Wire Jig, guided by these straightforward instructions for precision and ease. Perfect your jewelry creations with every graceful curve, ensuring a professional touch to your designs.

The Artistic Wire® Open Ear Wire Jig will help you create delicately perfect earrings. With these easy-to- follow instructions, you will begin crafting flawless earwires in no time.

Craft your custom hook-and-eye clasps effortlessly using the Artistic Wire® Hook and Eye Clasp Jig. Take control of wire with ease by following this step-by-step tutorial.

Add depth and complexity to your jewelry designs with custom connectors. The step-by-step instructions for using the Artistic Wire® Connector 1:5 Jig will walk you through the process of shaping wire into two distinct patterns.

Create perfectly balanced and symmetrical jewelry connectors with the Artistic Wire® Connector Diamond Jig. Follow these step-by-step instructions and let your creativity get wired.

Infuse your jewelry designs with graceful curves and an airy touch by fashioning custom connectors using the Artistic Wire® Round Connector Jig. These clear and concise instructions will make the creation process a breeze!

Sculpt your designs into delicate teardrops with the Artistic Wire® Teardrop Connector Jig. Let these user-friendly instructions guide you in effortlessly crafting your own custom jewelry connectors.

Q: I'm just learning to work with wire. I'm ordering a jig, but have no idea what wire type, gauge, hardness, etc., to use. Can you give me some guidelines please?

These photographic instructions show you how to use the Artistic Wire® toggle jig to create perfect clasps every time.

French knitting can add a hint of flair to any jewelry design. Learn how easy it is to use the French knitter tool with this instruction guide.

Dareya Cohen’s earring project includes full written instructions for creating your own version of her silver and Crystal Passions® design. Go for the same icy hues or opt for the colors you and your customers like most.

Designer Marlene Rydzewski, creates a sophisticated necklace and earring set using sapphire beads, cultured freshwater pearls and sterling silver wire.

Clusters of sparkling red rubies and lustrous freshwater pearls hang daintily from gold-filled chain on this elegant necklace

Getting frustrated with hand-wrapping wire bands? This handy instruction guide shows how to use banding pliers to make perfectly started wraps every time.