Looking for a meaningful, quick project you can gift or sell? These three wire-wrapped cross designs are perfect for beginners. Each uses simple bends, spirals, and lashing—no soldering—so you can finish a pendant in 15–30 minutes.
Tools & Materials
• Base wire: 18-gauge (20-gauge also works) – copper, brass, or silver
• Wrap wire: 24–26-gauge
• Optional accents: 4–6 mm bead or cab, tiny jump ring, chain
• Tools: round-nose, chain/flat-nose, flush cutters, nylon-jaw pliers, ruler, marker, file/emery board
• Nice to have: chasing hammer + bench block (for light hardening), mandrel/pen for smooth loops, polishing cloth
Prep tips
• Straighten wire with nylon-jaw pliers.
• Lightly file cut ends.
• Mark centers with a Sharpie so your arms match.
Celtic Style Cross Tutorial
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