Finishing Tools for Wire Jewelry

Finishing Tools for Wire Jewelry<br /><br />Polishing Cloth: A soft cloth is needed to help straighten the wire before working with it. If working with silver wire, this also helps polish it a little. Though polishing cloths can be purchased from most any jewelry supplier, they can also be found at discount stores such as Wal Mart for only a few dollars.<br /><br />Jewelers Files: Also called needle files, these are great for filing the ends of wire so they do not poke the wearer of your jewelry.<br /><br />Tool Box: Fishing tackle boxes, available at most discount stores, will allow you to travel with your tools to classes, shows, or if you just want to wire wrap with a friend, so they can make the perfect tool box for your wire jewelry tools and supplies.<br /><br />Practice Wire: Available at some hardware stores for only a few dollars, copper wire is a great way to help you learn the ropes of wire work. It is also handy to have some when you are more experienced but are learning a new technique or trying out a project. Most craft stores also have inexpensive wire in the jewelry section as well as the floral section that you can use to practice with.<br /><br />Most of these tools and supplies are available at various on line jewelry supply vendors and even in some craft stores these days. This makes it easier than ever to get started making wire jewelry.