How to Finish Memory Wire Ends
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2012
- beadaholique.com/collections/... - In this tutorial, see three different ways of finishing off memory wire ends. There is an advantage to each method depending on your jewelry design and each way is demonstrated and talked about in the video
Designer: Julie Bean
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Memory Wire, Bracelet Round Size Medium 2.25 Inch Diameter, 12 Loops, Silver Plated
SKU: WXM-020
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The Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
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Standard Size Beading Crimping Pliers (For 2x2mm & 2x1mm Crimp Beads)
SKU: XTL-5200
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Beadalon Silver Plated Crimp Tubes 4 Sizes Mix (600 Beads Total)
SKU: FCR-1701
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Beadalon End Cap Beads for Memory Wire, Round Glue In 5mm, 10 Pieces, Silver Plated
SKU: FCR-1251
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Beadalon End Cap Beads for Memory Wire, Round Glue In 3mm, 12 Pieces, Silver Plated
SKU: FCR-1249
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G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!
SKU: XTL-1001
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Beadalon Large Beading Mats - Prevent Bead Rolling 13 X 18 Inch (Set of 2)
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What an informative video. I'm just getting ready to start working with memory wire and now I know I have different choices on how to finish off the ends. Thank You!
Thank you I’ve just started beading as a hobby and I was going bonkers trying to crimp the ends of the wire with way too big pliers
Thank you for this! I really like the last one, the ball at the end looks clean-chic to me lol...
Thank you for keeping it simple!
Glad this helped! If you're interested in memory wire here's a playlist of our other tutorials: czcams.com/play/PLdGWVJ-tb1bELHiX-gaOtFL2AALCDOuUI.html
Thank you, explained and demonstrated perfectly!! 🤗
Thanks LaDiiA, if you're interested in memory wire we've got a playlist of all our videos on it here: czcams.com/play/PLdGWVJ-tb1bELHiX-gaOtFL2AALCDOuUI.html
this is so satisfying.
This video is very helpful. God Bless ❤
Thanks a couple of good tips you gave I did not know. The crimp ends and the kind of glue. I think you could use cord ends too now that I think of it. Oh and a dot of glue might help the crimp ends from falling off.
Great tutorial! Thank you for sharing! Greetings,
Thank you, I've always thought my ends weere a bit poor. Brilliant vid thanks again.
You can get them on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.
Thank you!! 😁😁😁😁 Video is helpful &simple ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Thanks glad to help! 💖
I think the loop end would be the best way to go because the crimp tube or the crimp bead could eventually fall off.
Thank you 🙏🏻
Hello happy new year
thanks for such an informative video i always scared to use fire coz of ending part but now will try very soon :)
Happy new year!
Thank you for another GREAT demonstration! I've never seen the end caps before. Where may I order them?
Please, how might i finish off the new flat memory wire? I'd like to create some rings from the ring sized coils, but am uncertain as what to use to finish the ends with a professional look. Thank you :-)
Thank you I will try this
Do you have any suggestions for holding the memory wire apart enough to slide the beads on it also I have excessively sweaty hands which makes it hard to hold onto it
She showed 3 ways, 1. making just a loop at the ends, 2. Using a crimp bead, 3. Using end caps ( balls)
Another great tutorial! Thanks!
I was wondering- can I use E6000 instead of the hypo cement?
ThisMindFreak Yes, E6000 should work the only issue is getting enough into the small hole. E6000 is very thick whereas GS HypoCement is really loose and runny which helps in this application.
can you use a slip knot
Thanks
Any time! Check out our Memory Wire playlist if you'd like to learn more: czcams.com/play/PLdGWVJ-tb1bELHiX-gaOtFL2AALCDOuUI.html
@@beadaholique thanks for the playlist lol. I'm actually trying to make hoop earrings from memory wire and I wanted to know how to close them. Lots of helpful advice. ☺
@@juliaoko2208 We've got a couple example projects for using memory wire to make big open hoop earrings that you might like, check these out:
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@@beadaholique wow! Both earring designs look stunning: the second one looks especially complicated with the wire wrapped around it. I like the loops ➿ on the ends. Thank you I've subscribed to both your website and your CZcams channel. Much appreciated lol
@@juliaoko2208 Thanks for the sub!
I can't seem to get the beads to stay on with this glue.
Please can you guide me as tto how I can make a loop on the memory wire . Thanks.
Hope this helps www.beadaholique.com/how-to-make-a-simple-wire-loop-on-memory-wire.html
After you put a dangle on the finished ends of memory wire, can ends be wire wrapped so you don't have to use jump rings , I don't like using jump rings I attach all my charms and dangles by wire wrapping just wondering if memory wire can be used in that way , btw, I love all of your videos thank you !
dawn Amendola Hi, I think I understand what you are describing and that should work fine.
Can you use a crimp bead and put a crimp bead cover over it for a finished look? I’m new to memory wire.
Oh what a fascinating idea! I have never tried it and will need to experiment. If it works, I can film a video on how to do that.
i have tried with those bead caps but the glue dosent want to hold to keep it on how long u leave it for
These days we like to E6000 glue for this kind of work. We leave it dry for a long time, 48-72 hours. You can also rough up the wire a little bit with a file to give the glue some to grab onto.
Is memory wire and stainless steel wire the same and will these kinds of wires hurt my Lindstrom pliers? I know memory wire requires a specific kind of cutter but what about the needle nose, round nose and other tools? Just purchased a set of Lindstrom tool and it didn't come with instructions of what I can't use them on. Thanks for any help!!!
Memory wire and stainless steel (Which are similarly tough but usually refer to slightly different things metallurgically) can both be bent, twisted and worked with your Lindstorms. Cutting memory wire and the larger gauges of stainless steel are where you need to be careful. Personally we always use a less expensive purpose built tool, like Xuron memory wire cutters, out of an abundance of caution. The Lindstrom cutters have tempered carbon steel edges with hardness comparable to a high end professional chef's knife, for smaller gauges of stainless steel they should stand up beautifully, but we find the real advantage of the Lindstorms lies in their ergonomics and precision cutting abilities. For making sale pieces with precious metal wire every day they're invaluable, for cutting hardened thick gauge wire they may not be the right tool.
Do you know which size of crimp tube with loop that was used for the nemory wire? Do you still sell them?
Here is a direct link to the crimp tubes with loops: beadaholique.com/products/silver-plated-cord-ends-2-x-3mm-crimp-beads-with-loop-100
Thanks so much!
How did memory wire got loop? It has its inharant property to maintain its original shape.
Steel looping pliers can be used to create a loop. We recommend the following looping pliers: www.beadaholique.com/beadsmith-wire-looping-pliers-concave-and-round-nose.html
Memory wire is typically tempered steel which retains whatever shape it is formed into. Similar to coils in a spring mattress that retain their shape; same material, same/similar tempering process.
I’ve never seen the particular tool that you are using for your loops. Where can you purchase them ?
The pliers can be found here: beadaholique.com/products/beadsmith-wire-looping-pliers-concave-and-round-nose
Thank you.
I have a couple questions. If I use a crimp bead, like in the videa, will the bead used for the bracelet cover the part that I crimped? How sturdy is the ball with hypocement? I want to sell bracelets and am trying to figure out what will be most durable.
This will depend on the hole size of the beads. If the hole size is about 1mm, the bead will not pass over the crimp. Larger holes may pass over the crimp. The GS Hypo Cement is a very durable adhesive. However, you can also try E6000 adhesive, which has a slightly stronger bond, but can take longer to dry/cure. Thanks for watching!
@@beadaholique would a 6/0 or 8/0 seed bead fit over it?
Just one question. Is it better to have your end loops facing in toward your wrist or out? I've always made mine facing out, but I see so many beaders face them in.
Good question. We feel it is a matter of preference.
If you face them in, they are less likely to snag on a loose thread or in loosely woven fabrics.
So, I'm guessing you can do all of these techniques with flat memory wire as well....Also is it safe to use wubbers wire looping pliers on memory wire?
You can make loops at the ends of flat memory wire, but I would just use round nose pliers on it. You could also use a crimp with a loop on flat memory wire, but just crimp it flat with chain nose pliers, not with crimping pliers. I would recommend using some GS Hypo Cement to make it more secure. We do not currently carry glue on ends for flat memory wire.
Every time i use pliers the loops turn out terrible and uneven, and the plating chips off :(
Sydney Doe I find it helpful, because the wire is hard, to grab the wire a few millimeters down from the edge with my round nose pliers. It keeps it from slipping out and the very tip can be straight, it doesn't need to be rounded all the way to the end. If the loops are not sitting flat, you can always straighten them out with chain nose pliers. The plating should be okay if you can keep your tension even and avoid too many re-tries. I think it may just be a matter of practice.
Thanks for the advice. Hopefully I'll get the hang of it eventually.
I like to use the loop at each end of the memory wire. I attach a charm or bead to that loop using a split ring. I used to use a regular jump ring, but got a complaint from a customer that the dangle fell off. I thought using a split ring would guarantee against that because it would be thicker and couldn't slide through. However, I just had a customer return a bracelet where one of the dangles simply "dropped off" the bracelet. The split ring remained attached to the charm. Looking closely, I don't see how it could have come off, but I was with the customer when it happened, so I know it simply "fell off" the loop. How can I prevent that?
Your loops may not be tightly closed but a way to prevent this is to do a double coil; meaning when you bend the wire in once, coil it tightly again to create a loop that actually looks similar to the stacked look of a split ring. Then use a split ring to attach the charm. With two double coils, it will look like a design choice but also be very secure.
@@beadaholique Great idea!
I have been trying to use a kit and I cant cut it. I am using 3 in one mini pliers. Can anyone help.
We recommend memory wire cutters: www.beadaholique.com/xuron-memory-wire-cutters-cutting-pliers-strong-easy.html
how do u know what bead will fit thhe end
The memory wire ends we've used are pretty forgiving, they fit the common sizes of memory wire. The main difference in their sizes are cosmetic. We use 3mm memory wire ends for ring sized memory wire because it looks better than using a 5mm end. We've got a more recent video on memory wire ends that might be helpful for you too: czcams.com/video/ZcVxF5Mes7U/video.html
@@beadaholique i used the cement and after a few days seamed not to move but then i went to turn it it a bit.it came right of.do they ever stay tight
A few days should have been enough. If it's still not holding you have not have used enough cement. That's one of the reasons we prefer E6000 for this kind of work now, it fills gaps better than the GS Hypo cement.
HI :)
what size is the wire
The wire is 2.25 inches in diameter: www.beadaholique.com/p-10853-bright-silver-color-bracelet-memory-wire-12-loops.aspx?CZcams&
You can get the supplies featured in our videos on Beadaholique.com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.
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I am sorry I mean gauge
. I live in Canada and the shipping is too high on this site
. I use all your wire tho from michaels for my beading
Octo Girl The wire is 22 Gauge Wire.
You can find more information on the wire we used in this video here: www.beadaholique.com/p-10853-bright-silver-color-bracelet-memory-wire-12-loops.aspx?CZcams&
I only saw two ways
Wire Name OR Wire Size????
We used this 22 gauge memory wire: beadaholique.com/products/bright-silver-color-bracelet-memory-wire-12-loops
@@beadaholique Jazakallah ❤️👌💯