Copper VS Aluminum Wire // Choosing the Right Wire for Jewelry Making

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@hume1911 4 года назад

Does aluminum wire work harden like Cooper wire does?

@HeatherBoydWire 4 года назад

Aluminum can break if you try to harden it. It is a very soft metal. Better to use a thicker gauge if you need it to be stronger. Also I find when I flatten the aluminum it gets duller.

@hume1911 4 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire thanks, love your videos!

@marickjolivot 3 года назад

@Leonardo Joaquin lmao it's a scam bro

@elmariejansevanrensburg2952 2 года назад

Thank you Heather, needed this🌹

@MinaFats 11 месяцев назад

@@HeatherBoydWire Will aluminum wire works as a bookmark that won't tarnish the paper?

@Lunarstruck1 4 года назад

Thank you SO MUCH! No one talks about wire, I LOVE THIS!!!!

@HeatherBoydWire 4 года назад

You are very welcome. I'll be doing more of these vids soon.

@Lunarstruck1 4 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire awesome!!!

@patriciagraham4593 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for the clear and understandable info!

@HeatherBoydWire 5 месяцев назад

You are very welcome Patricia.

@rondagiblin7776 2 года назад

Great information, thank you!

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

You are very welcome.

@houditv 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this info, it was exactly what i want. Cheers

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Glad it helped

@sheerattitude1 3 года назад

Love the box

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Thanks!

@iamtheglass3744 2 года назад

Thank You for the support! I’m just embarking on Jewelry Making & wire has alwaysALWAYSalways caught my eye. So copper coloured aluminum wire by Mandala Crafts, 18 gauge, in my very 1st effort the colour is coming and onto the pliers! Exposing of course the bare aluminum, undesirable, at least for the intended clasps/hooks for Vintage Silk Slub Wrap Bracelets. I’ll need to invest in Copper Wire, solid obviously. But would LoveLOVELove MoreMOREMore info on the items I might make use of this Aluminum. I’m quite impressed by your Wealth of Knowledge of 30 years in Jewelry Making. Your video came up in search topic as mentioned above. Thank You! 🕊💨

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

Thank you. I make aluminum wire jewelry and cake toppers. I love it because it doesn't tarnish and is lightweight. I use surgical steel hooks for the earrings. Please don't hesitate to ask any other questions and join the Wire Makers Club on Facebook for inspiration!

@zihnimdenzihnine8285 Год назад

Thanks that's very informative and helpful

@HeatherBoydWire Год назад

You are very welcome.

@lorraine8368 4 года назад

Love this, I always learn something new from your videos, thank you!❤️

@HeatherBoydWire 4 года назад

I'm so happy Lorraine and thank you for your feedback on the first version!

@farjanasstudio6863 2 года назад

informative, thank you ❤️

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

You are very welcome.

@farjanasstudio6863 2 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire 💕

@zahrasartpak967 Год назад

Thanks

@HeatherBoydWire Год назад

You are very welcome.

@tishsmiddy71 3 года назад

You have shared so much with me 🤟🏻🥰

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

So happy you are enjoying the videos Tish!

@carenhurlburt6362 9 месяцев назад

This has been so helpful, im going to do a small class w friends teaching them how to wrap moons for hallows eve, n i was stuck between aluminum n copper, i think copper would be easy to work w but hold the moons better, thanks for the afvice

@HeatherBoydWire 9 месяцев назад

Hi Caren: I'm so happy. I prefer the Artistic tarnish resistant copper wire from Beadalon. Any copper should do the trick though. I usually go with a 20 gauge as it is a medium size! Good luck.

@helenekennedy6576 4 года назад

The box is cute

@HeatherBoydWire 4 года назад

Thank you!

@cynfrombrooklyn 2 года назад

I like the color of the aluminum wire

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

Yes the silver is nice.

@unionphotography19 3 месяца назад

😊Thank you !!!

@HeatherBoydWire 3 месяца назад

You are very welcome!

@pussywillow642 3 года назад

Hi miss Heather, I recently got interested in Hair Vines, and wire tiaras, they kinda do twist thingies, and I don't really know what wire I should buy 😞

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

There seem to be quite a view tutorials on RU-vid. Some have 12 gauge wire, which is quite thick. I have a great 16 gauge wire from Michaels that would work. If you are twisting the wires you may prefer a thinner gauge like 18 g. The bigger the gauge number the thinner the wire! Here are some ideas: ru-vid.com?search_query=wire+tiar

@floridastoneman 2 года назад

I’m starting out brand new to wire wrapping stones, I like the thickness of 18 gage but I am looking for something that doesn’t tarnish and is pretty strong / long lasting / not super soft. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you!

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

The tarnish resistant wire from Artistic Wire is nice. I usually wrap with 20g wire.

@floridastoneman 2 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire thank you!!

@floridastoneman 2 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire thank you!

@lisascales9582 2 года назад

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@cherylharris5695 Год назад

helps alot; i noticed that amazon sell alot of aluminium wire but becsuse i've watched your channel i can't use the aluminium for my tree of life projects but they're selling vasts amount in the 16 gauge wire what i dont want to purchase.

@HeatherBoydWire Год назад

I use aluminum wire a lot but everyone has their own preferences. Copper wire is nice for the trees.

@aestheticcustomcase2656 3 года назад

Hello, Thank you for your help and shares about wire art. Still have a question what’s better wire to make name on it?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

I used tarnish resistant brass or copper wire by Beadalon. 20 gauge is best.

@aestheticcustomcase2656 3 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire thank you so much 🥰

@Jazzimini 3 года назад

Hi, thank you for the video. It is really informative. 😍 Which might be a better wire for sensitive skin?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Thank you. for very sensitive skin you might opt for sterling silver or Argentium silver. Otherwise the Artistic Copper tarnish resistant wire by Beadalon is better than aluminum.

@Jazzimini 3 года назад

Thank you, I will check those out when I go get more supplies. ❤️

@mattt1974UK 2 года назад

Hello, I'm looking for a wire that I can wrap around two pieces of rope to bind them together so it needs to be sturdy and hold its shape. Which would you recommend?

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

You can use steel wire or maybe some heavy gauge copper from the hardware store. I hope this helps.

@Meanne77 3 года назад

thank you for clarifying this up!

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Yes, copper can oxidize and turn green with humidity. I use the tarnish resistant copper from Beadalon.

@OvidiosoaresdaSilva 9 месяцев назад

Oi, tudo bem? Você conhece o fio de Alpaca? Aqui, no Brasil, muitos artesãos utilizam em seus trabalhos com fios. A cor é parecida com a prata; ele é feito com a mistura de alguns metais, e , às vezes, entra um pouco de prata em sua composição.

@lilithwinter6354 10 месяцев назад

Hello, i plan on making some simple (no stones, no elaborate patterns ) wire rings. I never did jewelry making before, which wire would you suggest out of aluminum and copper?

@HeatherBoydWire 10 месяцев назад

I would suggest copper for rings. I use the Artistic Wire tarnish resistant copper by Beadalon.

@lovalagerlid 3 года назад

Hey! I do rings and I want a wire that don’t turn green what should I buy?💗💗 Answer please 💕 Sterling silver is expensive and do aluminum turn green?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Aluminum does not turn green but is not as strong as copper. You can buy tarnish resistant copper and brass wire.

@lovalagerlid 3 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire Thank you! 💗

@maryzoerman7715 3 месяца назад

Can you use a higher gauge aluminum than you would for copper.

@HeatherBoydWire 3 месяца назад

The aluminum wire is softer, so you could use thicker gauge.

@JoyAloha709 4 года назад

Very interesting, thanks. Basically it doesn’t seem like using aluminum has an advantage over the copper.

@HeatherBoydWire 4 года назад

Aluminum is great for something because it is lightweight and easy to work with. It's really good for home decor, mixed media cards, etc. Also good for earrings because it it lightweight. When I make brooches with aluminum I add a sturdy stainless steel pin back. So many possibilities. Copper is better with semi-precious stones due to it's resistance and also the intrinsic qualities of the metal (some people say it has healing qualities...I didn't make any claims in the video...LOL).

@stefanoiaconissi2727 3 года назад

Copper tend to leave green traces on skin and I hate it. That's why I usually prefer to work with aluminum. But I must say I like the way I can give some strength on the cages with sub 1mm wires with the copper. I wish I could find a aluminum based alloy that can hold good with wires with size less than 2mm.

@sapnathapa3887 Год назад

Which wire to use for making hoops - guage and type? to make wire wrapped hoops with semi precious stones.

@sapnathapa3887 Год назад

Awaiting your reply please🌷

@mizzyayadelavigne Год назад

Hye.. what do u suggest if i want a black color ? The best one for wire ring ?

@HeatherBoydWire Год назад

Beadalon make a black coloured copper wire. You can use 18 or 20 gauge: www.beadalon.com/products/parent_artistic_wire_standard_colors.asp?childskumatch=black+wire

@wipamuu Год назад

Normally there is silver line as copper and aluminum or not ?if there's the price is big difference? Always thank for your vdo

@HeatherBoydWire Год назад

Do you mean sterling silver? It is more expensive. There is also argentium silver that I use for my work at a local gallery.

@dianewilliams9858 3 года назад

I'm having a piece of malachite wrapped with 'silver' wire.. how can I keep it from tarnishing?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Hi Diane: I don't work with silver and generally use non-tarnish (coated) wires. You can search RU-vid for ideas: ru-vid.com?search_query=prevent+silver+wire+from+tarnishing

@dianewilliams9858 3 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire thanks 😉

@luscacini7367 3 года назад

sorry, which better for making name wire?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

I prefer the copper wire for making names. I also use tarnish resistant brass and Argentium silver for names.

@princessemo03 3 года назад

Hi hope you'll notice me. I am on process of learning about wire jewelry because im planning to start a small business here in the Philippines. May I ask if what is the best wire for name jewelry or any other hand made jewelries. Thank you so much. Your reply is much appreciated. ♥️♥️

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Hi Erica: Thanks for your comment. I use 20 gauge Artistic Copper wire for the names.

@angelserenade Год назад

I'm glad I practiced my first wire wrapped rings and bead cage in aluminum wires. Rolling and shaping them with tight curves is always nerve-wrecking. I have a love-hate with Copper wires, I think because the 18gauge wires I bought was very resistant

@HeatherBoydWire Год назад

Have fun with your rings.

@aliciajanssens6565 3 года назад

is aluminium wire too thin / fragile to make rings?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Aluminum is a bit soft for rings.

@NOAMKARAKO 2 года назад

Tank you, so if i want to sell them, what wire will stay in the same color?

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

Copper can tarnish, but you can buy tarnish resistant copper. Aluminum stays shiny depending on the quality of the wire. For selling rings I prefer sterling or Argentium silver.

@NOAMKARAKO 2 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire Thank you very much for the answer :)

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

@@NOAMKARAKO You are very welcome.

@marickjolivot 3 года назад

Hey is aluminum as strong as silver ?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

No, aluminum is very soft and more fragile.

@marickjolivot 3 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire but i heard silver was soft too

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

@@marickjolivot You can buy silver in dead soft or half hard. It is stronger than aluminum for sure!

@belen3137 3 года назад

I accidentally bought very hard wire and cant think about what to do with it so it doesnt go to waste,any craft ideas?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Maybe you can use it as an armature or larger sculpture. What gauge is it?

@gayathrikayanadath8341 3 года назад

Can we use electric wire

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

I have used electrical wire in the past and strip the plastic when needed!

@imperfectkeke 3 года назад

where’d you get the copper wire ?

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

The raw copper wire is from a hardware store.I used a lot of Artistic Copper wire from Beadalon that I purchase on Amazon.

@imperfectkeke 3 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire thank you so much !

@shrinkhlashrivastava7607 2 года назад

Can I use aluminium wire to make rings?

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

I have used aluminum wire but it's not the best to use if they get wet. They are OK for novelty/special occasion rings.

@shrinkhlashrivastava7607 2 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire like what happens when it get contact with water? Like i put my ring in water i didn't see much reaction other than its losing shape due to flexibility 😅 so I'm unsure if i should continue using it for rings or not

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

@@shrinkhlashrivastava7607 Depending on the quality of the metal the water can cause the aluminum to darken. I really depends on the wire.

@shrinkhlashrivastava7607 2 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire oh okay thank you!!

@jameschan1261 3 года назад

I have a photo of some wire art off the internet, but not sure the type of wire and size. It is a larger sculpture. Can you help me ID if i send via email? Thnx

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Hi James. You can email me at info@heatherboydwire.com

@jameschan1261 3 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire email sent!

@debbiegoble9836 4 года назад

Aluminum is good to wrap other things with it. I'm going to try box in a few minutes. Washing clothes

@HeatherBoydWire 4 года назад

Yes. Aluminum is great for a lot of things. Can't wait to see your box!

@lorendillon2481 2 года назад

Do you. Sell your stuff at Etsy ? I would love 💕 to buy some Things that you make.

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

Hi Loren: Thanks so much for asking. YES, my husband and I sell custom wedding cake toppers and jewelry on Etsy: www.etsy.com/ca/shop/HeatherBoydWire

@batrum_vietchu 2 года назад

How about silver wire? Can you share the pros and cons of using it? Copper wire is easy to handle and curl but the color can be easily lost due to oxygen process

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

I like Argentium silver because is tarnishes less than sterling but it still high quality. I use half hard for some things and dead soft for wrapping.

@andresboni460 7 месяцев назад

i think aluminum wire won't rust ?

@HeatherBoydWire 7 месяцев назад

You are right.

@noelliastarr5853 2 года назад

Does the copper turn your skin green?

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

I usually use tarnish-resistant coated copper. Bare copper may turn green.

@jerlinjohnson841 2 года назад

Is copper carcinogenic or harmful to health?

@HeatherBoydWire 2 года назад

Copper is supposed to have healing qualities.

@brandonc8457 3 года назад

What I've learned is that all bendable wire no matter the type always tarnish and turn

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

Thanks for the feedback Brandon.

@brandonc8457 3 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire i would love to find some wire that doesn't tarnish so quickly.. I tell my clients to not get it wet or it will sometimes I use a uv resistant gloss spray to promote slower tarnishing

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

@@brandonc8457 Yes, never where in the water unless it is silver. I use aluminum wire for the work that I sell with surgical steel earring hooks. It doesn't tarnish, but also should not be worn in water. For my RU-vid samples I use tarnish resistant copper by Beadalon in different colours.

@priyankamakwana7322 3 года назад

Mam I'm from India ..just started making wire writing... Plz can u tell for wire pendant necklace which wire to use? Copper or brass? And which gauge... Thank u mam

@HeatherBoydWire 3 года назад

I use both tarnish resistant copper and brass for the names. Brass is a little stronger. I prefer Beadalon's Artistic wire.

@priyankamakwana7322 3 года назад

@@HeatherBoydWire thanks much again🤗

@mustafabahrainwala627 4 года назад

missed it 😭

@HeatherBoydWire 4 года назад

I remade my other aluminum/copper and uploaded it last minute . Must be morning there Mustafa. Good morning!

@mustafabahrainwala627 4 года назад

you to have a great morning/Sunday

@HeatherBoydWire 4 года назад

@@mustafabahrainwala627 Saturday night here...just heading to bed. THANK YOU!

@nooraldeen_2004 9 месяцев назад

In short, copper wire is better than aluminum wire because copper is more flexible, weldable and unbreakable, while aluminum wire is not flexible, the wires break over time and are also not weldable. We prefer copper wire because it is weldable, unbreakable, more flexible, longer lifespan.

@HeatherBoydWire 9 месяцев назад

That's right! I use aluminum for my regular jewelry because it is lightweight, doesn't tarnish and works for my designs. I add surgical steel hooks so the earrings are hypo-allergenic.