Caged Wire Wrap by Melanie Schow

Volume 90%

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All levels | 44 min 22 sec

Introduction
Overview00:40

Materials
Materials01:02

Make Cage
Create cage06:27
Wrap marble04:20
Make bale06:36
Tighten cage02:33
Add wire embellishments13:56

Variations
Variations08:48

Taught by Melanie Schow

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Transform any irregular stone or found object from your travels into a statement piece of jewelry. Melanie shows you how to create a wire “cage” to contain and show off the centerpiece. The result is whimsical and singular, and will open whole new worlds of possibilities to your jewelry designs.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Materials:

Chain nose plier
flat nose plier
long round nose plier
flush wire cutter
22 gauge silver wire
18 gauge sterling silver wire
18 gauge copper wire
1 inch diameter bead
rock
shell
or marble

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Learn how to:

Form wire around found object
Create a pendant loop
Embellish w/ coils and springs

What you’ll get:

An easy-to-follow lesson on how to make caged wire wrap
7 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supply list
Step-by-step expert instruction by expert jewelry maker Melanie Schow
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students

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Caged Wire Wrap Reviews

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Casandra Toliver

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i have been wire wrapping for about ten year and i just learned a few new things. didn't know that you were supposed to just add 8 inches to your first measurement cas

June 9, 2025