Many people enter the world of wire wrapping by taking a class or watching a wire wrap tutorial online. Wirework is a versatile technique with a variety of applications, from practical to decorative. You can make your own chain, bezel-set a cabochon, create fancy findings and more.

It is generally recommended that beginners practice their wirework techniques with copper wire before moving on to sterling silver wire for jewelry. Copper wire is inexpensive and easy to use. Brass wire is slightly stiffer than copper but still good for beginners. Gold-filled wire is a reasonably-priced alternative to solid gold.

Basic wire wrapping tools include round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers and wire cutters. Of course, there are additional wire wrapping tools that you can add as you build your skills. Common favorites include shaping mandrels and specialty pliers.

If you're used to buying a wire wrapping kit for the project you want to complete, it may be overwhelming at first when you shop for bulk wire wrapping supplies. Don't despair! You can get the handmade jewelry supplies you need and we can help you get started.

We sell many styles of sterling silver wire for jewelry. Depending on the design you want to make, you may need round jewelry wire, square jewelry wire, half-round jewelry wire, flat wire or pattern and fancy jewelry making wire. Or, a combination!