Modeling wire

Modelling wire for bent and coiled jewellery pieces

Fancy a new hobby? We have an idea how you can put your beads in a new light: Jewellery and decorative items with modelling wire look great and are easy to make with a little practice! We're sure you'll get hooked on modelling wire and get ideas for lots of great new projects.

Here is some useful information about modelling wire:

What is modelling wire for jewellery?
Modelling wire for jewellery is a bendable wire that keeps its shape after bending. Therefore, you can use the wire for many purposes: You can bend pieces of jewellery from the wire, such as rings or bracelets. But you can also use the wire to wrap objects or pendants.

What is modelling wire for jewellery made of?
Modelling wire can be made of different materials that bend well and still keep their shape. These are the three most commonly used materials for modelling wire: aluminium, copper and stainless steel.

What can I do with modelling wire for jewellery?
There are many possible applications. You can bend complete pieces of jewellery out of the wire or finish prefabricated elements with the wire. In our basic instructions for modelling wire you will find different techniques explained step by step. In our jewellery and decoration ideas you will find great jewellery and decoration items with complete material lists and the instructions.

Beadalon Artistic Wire
This modelling wire is manufactured by Beadalon. The wire is characterised by high quality and good formability. The wire is made of copper and is available in many colours. The surface coating is very durable. Artistic Wire is produced in a wide range of wire thicknesses, colours and lengths. So you will definitely find the right wire for your jewellery project!

Beadalon Artistic Wire Jigs and Bending Shapes
Working with modelling wire is even more fun with the right tools. Here, too, Beadalon offers great articles. With the bending moulds you can easily work with the wire. There are moulds for a variety of purposes: You can bend your own clasps or ear hooks with the moulds. The self-bent chandelier spacers also look beautiful. Each bending mould comes with detailed step-by-step bending instructions!