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How To Make A Wire Wrapped Gemstone Ring

Wire wrapping is so popular and it's no wonder with all OF the amazing and unique designs you can create!

In this step by step tutorial, we show you exactly how to make a wire wrapped ring using a rough gemstone. Above we've used the same technique with a piece of sea glass and rough amethyst stone.

Wire-wrapping doesn't require any soldering supplies, and with only a few tools needed you can create a simple ring in no time.

Shop our range of crystals and rough gemstones here.

TIP: It's great to practice with plated silver wire as a budget option but do be aware it's harder to work with than sterling silver which is much more malleable.

Recommended Tools & Supplies

• 40cm of 0.8mm sterling silver round wire
• A rough gemstone of your choice
• Side cutters
• Triblet
• Flat nose pliers
• Snipe nose pliers

Follow Step By Step Photos

1. Lay the wire straight on a flat surface and measure approximately 40cm.

2. Cut with side cutters - 40cm gives enough wire for your ring size and excess wire for wrapping.

3. Begin by gently bending the wire in half around the triblet.

4. Position your wire work on the triblet on the point of the ring size that you'd like your ring to be. If you do not have a ring triblet you can look around the house for something round to use such as a wooden spoon handle, pen or wooden dowels. Wrap one end of the wire around the triblet, leaving two loose ends.

5. With the two loose ends at the front of the triblet, individually wrap each end under the wire ring one or two wraps, leaving enough space for the length of your stone between them. These wraps on either side will secure the ring to a fixed size.

6. Position your flat nose pliers where your stone will rest and use them to flatten the curve of the ring slightly. This will give your stone a flatter surface to sit on, making it easier to secure.

7. Hold the stone in place on the ring and wrap one end of the loose wire around the stone to hold it in place. When you run out of wire, wrap extra loops around the side loops you created in step 5 to secure in place.

8. Repeat step 8 with the other piece of loose wire and wrap at the opposite side, ensuring the stone is secure within the wire wrap.

9. Use side cutters to snip off any loose wire and use snipe nose pliers to tuck in any loose ends. Place your ring back on to the triblet and re-shape to the correct size.

Your ring is now finished! Now you know the technique, you can experiment by creating more loops and getting creative with your wire wrapping!

Pick Your Favourite Rough Gemstone

This wire wrapping technique is perfect for using with your favourite gemstones and rough crystals. At Kernowcraft, we have a range of beautiful stones to choose from in a range of sizes.

The products used in this project are suggestions to inspire you. Products used were compatible at the time of making but do be aware that stocks can vary, so do use your own judgement as to the compatibility of each item when making.

Also in this section:

• How To Make A Wire Wrapped Nest Necklace
• How To Make Your Own Teardrop Bead Earrings
• Tools For Making Jewellery Using Wire
• Your Guide On Choosing Wire For Jewellery Making
• Compare Jewellery Designs Using Different Sized Wire
• Wire Gauge Coversions
• How To Work Harden Jewellery Making Wire
• How To Use Nylon Jaw Pliers For Jewellery Making
• How To Use A Thing-A-Ma Jig For Jewellery Making
• How to Wire Wrap a Bead With a Headpin
• How To Wire Wrap A Bead
• How To Make A Wire Wrapped Bead Chain
• How To Wire Wrap A Briolette
• Wire Wrapped Cluster Briolette Earring Tutorial
• How To Make Wire Wrapped Bead Necklace With Handmade Clasp
• How To Wire Wrap A Rough Crystal
• How To Make Valentine's Day Earrings: Wonky Wire Hearts
• How To Make A Wire Wrapped Crystal Necklace
• 6 Wire Wrapped Ring Projects & Essential Tools
• How To Make A Wire Wrapped Bead Ring
• How To Make An Anxiety Ring
• How To Make A Wire Wrapped Gemstone Ring
• How To Make A Wire Wrapped Cabochon Pendant
• How To Make A Tree Of Life Pendant
• How To Wire Wrap A Gemstone Donut
• How To Make Christmas Tree Earrings
• Simple Sterling Silver Wire Scroll Earrings
• Soldered Circle Hoop Earrings With Beads Tutorial
• How To Make Wire Hoop Earrings & Customise Them
• Metal Charm Hoop Earring Tutorial
• How To Make A Wire Word Necklace
• 4 Wire Wrapped Gemstone Tube Bead Projects
• Festival Inspired Crystal Necklace Tutorial

HAVE A QUESTION?

If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with our friendly team who will be more than happy to give you advice over email or on the phone.

You can learn more and find inspiration by visiting our Jewellery Making Tutorials, Jewellery Making Kits and YouTube Channel. Don't forget to follow us on social media and tag us in your designs on Instagram & Facebook, we would love to see!

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