Fancy Finishing with French Wire

Using French Wire to finish designs is one of the easiest ways to add strength, durability, and a professional look to your knotted and strung designs. While traditionally used in pearl knotting, French Wire can also be used to finish off the ends of designs strung on Beadalon Bead Stringing Wire. In fact, before the arrival of Wire Guardians, that's how I finished off all of my strung designs. 

Did you know that Beadalon carries 5 different colors of French Wire and .925 Sterling Silver French Wire in 5 sizes? That's more than enough to match, coordinate, or complement knotted or strung designs!

 

Tips for Working with French Wire:

Choose the Right Size- Selecting the appropriate size of French wire is crucial. It should accommodate the thickness of the thread and the size of the beads while maintaining a proportionate look.

 

Use Quality Materials - Opt for high-quality French wire to ensure durability and a polished finish. Look for options that are tarnish-resistant and offer a variety of plating options.

 

Consider Design Elements - Incorporate French wire strategically into your designs. Experiment with different colors and finishes to complement the overall aesthetic of your jewelry. I love using French Wire as a part of the design. This is still one of my favorite non-traditional French Wire projects! 

Incase you need a refresher on beginning and ending a strand of knotted pearls, head on over to the Beadalon YouTube Channel and check out Beginning a Knotted Strand and Ending a Knotted Strand. 

What's your favorite way to use French Wire? Let us know over in the Jewelry Making with Beadalon Facebook Group, and don't forget to set your reminders to catch the Beadalon Facebook Live every Thursday at 2pm ET.

Until next time, happy beading!
Meredith