Buying The Best Contemporary Wire Wrapped Jewelry

By Ines Flores


Wire-wrapping is a technique that has been around for centuries. Before pieces could be soldered, components were joined by hand. When mass production became possible, uniform pieces could be produced. However, today there are many designers who are choosing to create contemporary wire wrapped jewelry. They feel making items by hand gives them greater creative expression and the opportunity to control every stage of construction.

This art form offers designers an affordable way to make the pieces they really want to make and that reflect their individual style. They are able to make a living from the pieces they design and make by using online websites to sell their products worldwide. The buyer has the option of browsing online to find pieces that truly reflect their own personal style. Each handmade piece is different. The materials chosen vary and they come in all sizes, colors and shapes.

The first wire was made by the Egyptians by pounding metal into sheets and cutting these into thin strips. Today wires are available in a great array of colors, shapes, thicknesses and patterns. Stirling silver is one of the most popular wires used by many designers as it holds its shape well but is still soft enough to shape. Copper and brass wires are easily shaped but do not hold the shape as well.

Most artists experiment with different types to create their unusual, truly contemporary designs. Some wires are more appropriate than others for a particular design. Gauge numbers reflect its diameter and the thicker it is, the lower the gauge number. The thinnest gauge is as thin as a human hair. The heavier gauges are usually more appropriate for making heavier items like cuff bracelets, chokers and bangles.

Designers all use different techniques to join the various components mechanically without resorting to soldering. Simple tools like different kinds of pliers are used to execute these techniques of coiling, riveting and more. Ear wires, eye pins, bezels and clasps are customized in this way, giving strength to the final product.

Cold connection techniques can be used in many creative ways. Designers are constantly trying out new ways of combining elements. The fact that they do not use heat makes this a fascinating process. They use methods like coiling or riveting and combine links, beads, clasps, and more to create their pieces.

These pieces make unique and unusual gifts. A family member or friend will appreciate the fact that their personal style has been taken into account when buying such a gift. As designers are always trying to find new and innovative ways to make their pieces, an amazing variety of truly original ones are available for purchase. They will please anybody who wants to stand out from the crowd and wear something that nobody else is wearing.

The fact that continuing success for these designers selling their products online depends on customer satisfaction means that they are prepared to go the extra mile. Many of them offer the option of customization. They also make sure that their policies with regard to shipping, returns and exchanges are favorable to the customer.




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