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Wire Wrap Jewelry
Make a Swirl Ear Wire



Instructions for wire wrapping an ear wire I've called the Swirl Ear Wire. it is very simple and sturdy if used with a jumpring.

wire wrap an ear wire

You'll need these supplies:

  • wire, 20; 3 inch piece per wire

You'll need these tools:

  • Bent nose or chain nose plyers
  • round nose pliers
  • flush cutter
  • knitting needle, size 10
  • file

1.) Start by making an open spiral on the one end of the wire.

wire wrap an ear wire


2.) After you get just past one full turn, bend the wire 90 degrees straight up. Work harden the swirl by tapping it with your hammer on your anvil a bit.

3.) Using your knitting needle create your hook for your ear wire. After both are done, trim the ends equally. File smooth the edges.

wire wrap an ear wire


4.) Enjoy!

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