The Beadsmith Memory Wire: Coil-Shaped Jewelry Foundation

The Beadsmith’s Memory Wire is a hard-tempered wire perfect for quickly creating continuous, multi-strand jewelry that maintains a flexible coil shape.

 

Key Features & Benefits

• Shape Retention: Hard-tempered wire holds its coil shape for continuous, multi-strand designs (necklaces, chokers, bracelets, bangles, and rings).

• Quick Projects: Allows you to create jewelry designs very quickly, from simple single-strand pieces to complex multi-strand creations using just a few leftover beads.

• Easy Design: Use a bead board or mat to lay out your design first to avoid mistakes before stringing.

Available Finishes & Options

 

Finish Type	Details	Colors Available
Standard	Hard tempered wire	Regular (Dull), Bright (Shiny)
Stainless Steel	Rustproof, durable, rich lustrous plating	Gold Color, Silver Color, Copper Color, Black Oxide

 

Best Practices & Safety

 

• Cutting: The wire's strength makes it difficult to cut. Always use special memory wire shears or end cutters—do not use ordinary wire cutters.

• Finishing (Single Strand): Cut a length slightly longer than a single circle to ensure overlap, keeping the jewelry in place when worn.

• End Finishing: Finish one end before stringing to prevent beads from falling off. Options include:

  • Memory Wire End Caps: Half-drilled round beads that can be glued in place.

  • Looped Ends: Use round nose or memory wire finishing pliers to create a coil at both ends. Add an extra charm or dangle for embellishment.

• Safety Tip: Watch your fingers when snipping the wire, as the cut coil can snap back onto your hand.