Materials:
Large Hole Beads (1 pc)
16 Gauge Wire (18”)
Tools:
Round Nose Pliers
Ring Mandrel
Wire Cutters
Techniques to Know:
Wire Wrapped Rings
Instructions:
1. Cut an 18” length of wire.
2. Center the wire on a ring mandrel and wrap the wire around the mandrel twice.
3. Bend the wire tails to a 90 degree angle.
4. Slide a bead onto the wire tails up to the base of the ring.
5. Bend the wires directly on top of the bead.
6. Spiral the wires on top of the bead. Start the spiral using round nose pliers or bend using fingers.
7. After spiraling the wire, bring the tails to the shank of the ring and wrap the wires on either side of the bead to secure.
Skill Level: Moderate - Some Experience Helpful
Approximate Crafting Time: 20 Minute
