I have tried so many times to make these simple rings but they never came out the way I wanted them to. Your explanation was so easy to follow that I finally have a ring I like! Thank you so much!!
I followed this and made little rings as birthday gifts for my friends! I hope they like them. I will need more practice to get the wire as neat as you have it here but they still came out nice! Also I was so excited to see you guys were local to me, I went in and visited the store and got some cool charms!
That's so cool that you're so close by and that you could make it in the shop! If you have any questions in the future about the rings, just let us know! Enjoy beading, it's so much fun!
I wanna start a jewellery business and I wanted something kind of simple and cute This is perfect ♥️ I am thinking to Make 200 of them I'd be fun and you explained the video really good Thanks and just subscribed and I am already obsessed
Hi, I dont understand the sizing part. I wonder if you can help me. Why did you place the wire on 7.5 when the size is for 6? Or have I misunderstood? Haha. Sorry I'm new to this. I was thinking maybe the bead is bulging so it would make the ring size smaller even though we wear a size 6.
Hello! No worries. Yes, because the bead is not flat and because wire wrapping can make things a bit smaller and tighter as you work, I always work on the ring mandrel a size or size and a half bigger than what I want my final size to be. This is why if I'm making a size 6 ring, I always work between the 7 and 7.5 mark on my mandrel. So, for example, if you need to make a size 7 ring, work on the mandrel at the 8 to 8.5 marker. Hope this explanation helps!
@@fireflycarrboro thank you so much for your explanation, its a lot clearer now for me. So if we used a flat bead, should we also size it up or just make it the actual size?
@@mq3018 Good question...if using a flat bead, I'd only go a notch or two larger on the mandrel than the actual desired ring size. So if you're wanting a final size to be a 6 then make your ring at a 6.25 or 6.5 line if your mandrel has it set up that way.
Thank you, mine came great, and I am a first timer. And to the people complaining about your nails. Shame on them. They should say thank you and that is it.
Thanks for the easy to follow tutorial! If you end up cutting the wire before the twisting, why not just cut less wire to begin with? Wondering if there’s a crafty reason for that 😅
It's a little bit of trial and error, really. The more you work with this technique, the more you'll begin to realize exactly how much wire you'll need :) For the purpose of this tutorial, I just gave a generic measurement to try and cover most ring sizes. Happy Beading!
Look really great! I also subscribed to your channel tonight. I started making jewelry a few years ago and want to add making rings to my skill set also! I hope I can find some time to try this later on in the month! Thank you for the tutorial!
Hello! I think 24 gauge is really getting a little too thin, unless you're using it to create decorative wraps? But again, everything depends on your bead size and the drilled hole size of the bead. Typically I like to work in the 20 gauge size range because it's sturdier. But 22 gauge could work if you're building the band to be thicker, I'm sure. Also, it really does matter on the hardness of your wire. In this video, I'm using "Craft Wire" so it's very easy to bend and work with. If you can't find craft wire, make sure that whatever you buy is labeled "dead soft" - makes things a heck of a lot easier to do if your wire is dead soft :)
I try my best to get orders in the mail on a next business day basis and then typically it takes an additional 3-5 business days to arrive. It goes through USPS and a tracking number is always given to you. I also have little kits available now that come with the mandrel, wires, stones and ring sizing tools! Or you can get just the mandrel :) www.fireflycarrboro.com
I sell them in my shop - I have just a few listed on our website at www.fireflycarrboro.com - and a few come with our ring-making kits. Otherwise, you can search the web for a vendor. The size you'd be looking for if you want to create rings similar to these are 8mm beads with around a .8mm to a 1mm drilled hole.
Honestly loving the fact that the nails are as they are and that’s it! Ha just watched another video with the total opposite and it bothered me more just not gonna mention it in the comments… I’m here for the tutorial and it was great! Thanks a lot!
Hello! No worries. Yes, because the bead is not flat and because wire wrapping can make things a bit smaller and tighter as you work, I always work on the ring mandrel a size or size and a half bigger than what I want my final size to be. This is why if I'm making a size 6 ring, I always work between the 7 and 7.5 mark on my mandrel. So, for example, if you need to make a size 7 ring, work on the mandrel at the 8 to 8.5 marker. Hope this explanation helps!
Glad this video was helpful! I sell beads at my shop and have a small selection for sale online at www.fireflycarrboro.com Otherwise, any round bead with a decent size hole will work for this style! And specifically, the beads I'm using in this video are an 8mm in size - hope this helps!
I've listed most tools and materials in the description of the video but just to highlight, the beads being used here are 8mm rounds with about a .8mm-1mm hole.
Do you know how to make rings, with a solid band, as well as the gem incased in gold or silver? These look like rings you get in a candy/toy machine, or great for little girls. I love your channel, I haven't come accress any good quality rings yet Thanks much
I do, but you need a torch to make a ring with a solid band, usually. And since I own a bead shop, I am not focusing on how to do any soldering lessons at the moment. You could also look into getting a pre-made bezel setting for anything you'd want to make with a solid band. These rings in this video are quick and fun to make for all ages! :)
Hello! No worries. Yes, because the bead is not flat and because wire wrapping can make things a bit smaller and tighter as you work, I always work on the ring mandrel a size or size and a half bigger than what I want my final size to be. This is why if I'm making a size 6 ring, I always work between the 7 and 7.5 mark on my mandrel. So, for example, if you need to make a size 7 ring, work on the mandrel at the 8 to 8.5 marker. Hope this explanation helps!
Does every stick has this place for crystal on the back?? I am so new here and i dont want to buy something bad and throw my money into trash pls help me im so confused😭😭😭
Not every stick has a groove. But It’s still possible to make these without a grooved ring stick, I find that the groove just helps me if I’m using round stones.
I just made my first ring following this tutorial! Thanks so much! The directions were easy to follow and the video quality made it easy to see what you were doing! 10/10 tutorial!!
I'm sure it could if you wrap it around the mandrel more than just twice like I did in this video. 20ga is nice and strong for rings but I have seen people use thinner wire so it is possible. There might be a different technique you'd need to do if using the thinner wire though. Play around with it if that's all you have! The beauty of creating comes from the struggles of trial and error :D Happy beading!
Hello! No worries. Yes, because the bead is not flat and and fits in the groove, you have to account for that space. And because wire wrapping can make things a bit smaller and tighter as you work, I always work on the ring mandrel a size or size and a half bigger than what I want my final size to be. This is why if I'm making a size 6 ring, I always work between the 7 and 7.5 mark on my mandrel. So, for example, if you need to make a size 7 ring, work on the mandrel at the 8 to 8.5 marker. It honestly just all depends on your stone, your wrapping technique, and your mandrel. Hope this explanation helps!
I'm not sure :( My spool says that 22 gauge .64mm but it doesn't have the conversion on my 20 gauge. A quick search told me that 20 gauge is the same as .812mm
When you're using a round bead, like I am in this video, it really helps to go a half size to a size up from you intended final size, while working on the mandrel. The bead itself is taking up a bit of space on the inside diameter of the ring, so that's why I start off on a bigger size then my intended ring size. Plus, as you're working with tightening the wire, the ring size will also shrink slightly, so taking all of this into account, the final product should fit your finger nicely when starting a half size to a size bigger than your intended final size. Hope this clarification helps.
Thanks! If you want to use gold-filled wire, make sure you get it in dead soft. In this video I'm using 20 gauge. If I work in gold-filled, I typically work in 14kt gold-filled items. Hope this helps!
@@tatianaayala6715 We use a brand called Craft Wire that we sell on our website. It's made by The Bead Smith and is a non-tarnish, plated wire. Not the sterling silver or gold-filled wire. firefly-carrboro.myshopify.com/products/craft-wire-spool-plated?_pos=2&_sid=d3fabf93b&_ss=r
I'm sorry to hear this! No worries though, just keep practicing. Really make sure to pinch the wire, to hod it stable, as you work and maybe that will help.
Hello! No worries. Yes, because the bead is not flat and because wire wrapping can make things a bit smaller and tighter as you work, I always work on the ring mandrel a size or size and a half bigger than what I want my final size to be. This is why if I'm making a size 6 ring, I always work between the 7 and 7.5 mark on my mandrel. So, for example, if you need to make a size 7 ring, work on the mandrel at the 8 to 8.5 marker. As you make more of these rings, you'll figure out what placement on the mandrel works best for your style and finished outcomes. Hope this explanation helps!
Hello! If you truly do not want the wire to tarnish, I suggest using 14k gold-filled wire, dead soft. Which is a pricier than the non-tarnishing brands but will definitely not tarnish. You could also use sterling silver, which will darken over time, but can always be shinned up with jewelry cleaner or a polishing cloth. Unfortunately, most of the things that say non-tarnish are often plated copper or aluminum and may rub off with a lot of wear or if stored in moist places, like near a shower. Hope this helps!
Hello! Because the bead is not flat, there’s notch in the mandrel and because wire wrapping can make things a bit smaller and tighter as you work, I always work on the ring mandrel a size or size and a half bigger than what I want my final size to be. This is why if I'm making a size 6 ring, I always work between the 7 and 7.5 mark on my mandrel. In the end, it’s a little bit of trial and error until you get the feel for your materials. This is the best method for me when using this ring-making technique. Hope this explanation helps!
Nice Mam . My 20 guage wire is a little hard . Is it ok or should I use 22 or 24 guage wire. Pls let me know. Thankyou. God bless. Tkcare. Waiting for your reply.
Hi Asha! You can try using the 22 gauge, I feel like the 24 would be too thin for a ring. You might also want to invest in "dead soft" wire or "craft wire" which is easier to work with for ring making, although I know many crafters who use "half hard" wire as well.
@@ashadominicafernandes461 I'm so sorry I don't ship out of the US but you can try to do an internet search for "20ga Craft Wire" or "20ga Dead Soft" wire and see if anything shows up.
I sell them at my shop and have just a few things listed online on our website at www.fireflycarrboro.com - otherwise you can search online or in your local bead shop and look for beads that are 8mm in size with about a 1mm hole if you're wanting to make rings just like the ones in this video.
If you're using a round stone, like I am in this video, that round stone takes up room on the inside. So by starting your ring on the mandrel a half size to a size bigger than your intended final size will allow for a nicely fitted ring. Also, when you start the coils around the stone, you're tightening everything up. So starting on that larger size takes all of that in to account. Hope this info helps!
@@fireflycarrboro Thank you so much! I just started selling similar ring! i am a little concerned about the wire tarnishing.. where do you get your wire from if i ask?
@@stefania3577 We are a bead store and sell the wire. But if you're not local, the wire we use is a non-tarnish craft wire or you can use dead-soft sterling silver or gold-filled wire.
HA! Yes, thank you for pointing out my nails. That's why I made a comment about them at the beginning of the video. As an artist who is constantly using my hands, I rarely am able to keep my nails looking 100%...sometimes I get too excited about making a video while I have the time to do so and that doesn't always involve having time to get a manicure :0
Girrrrrl, if you only knew! (Not that I have to explain myself, but...) Look at the comment I wrote on the video at the very beginning. Having a small brick and mortar business, 2 young kids and EXTREMELY limited time for myself, trust, my nails are NOT my first priority. I chose to use that time to make this video :P I'm here to share my creative beading knowledge - not my creative beauty tips. I'm an artist who is hard on the hands, so it is what it is. Professionalism comes in many forms. But I get it. Thanks for sharing your opinion.
Sure, we typically sell them here at our shop or our website, but at the moment we are completely out of stock and waiting on a shipment to come in. If you want to look for a similar one, try searching the internet using wordage along these lines..."ring stick with notch" and you may find one similar to what we have. Sometimes these mandrels are called a "ring stick" rather than an "mandrel" when listed online.
