Mastering the Coiled Cable Weave: A Step-by-Step Guide

Mastering the Coiled Cable Weave: A Step-by-Step Guide

 

    Materials Needed:

    • List the materials required for the coiled cable weave:
      • Five base wires (20 gauge)
      • Weaving wire (28 gauge)
      • Flat nose pliers

    Step-by-Step Guide:

    1. Initial Setup:

      • Wrap the weaving wire around the bottom base wire three times.
    2. Weaving Process:

      • Wrap the weaving wire around the bottom two base wires two times.
      • Continue wrapping around subsequent pairs of base wires two times each.
      • Ensure even tension and alignment of wires.
    3. Creating the Coil:

      • Wrap the weaving wire around the top base wire to create a coil.
      • Wrap the wire around the top base wire approximately 20 times.
      • Adjust the tension as needed.
    4. Descending the Coil:

      • Gradually bring the coil downward by folding the wire.
      • Use flat nose pliers to bend the wire for a parallel alignment with other wires.
    5. Continuing the Weave:

      • Resume the weaving process by wrapping around the bottom two base wires.
      • Maintain consistency in wrapping and spacing.
    6. Finishing Touches:

      • Secure the weave by wrapping the weaving wire around the bottom base wires.
      • Cut off any excess wire.

    Want to use this weave to create a pendant? Check out this tutorial

    Additional Resources:

     
    My name is Elizabeth Schultz and I'm the jewelry designer behind Ellie's Handcrafted Jewelry. I've been making jewelry for about 16 years and have been teaching jewelry making for a little over 3 years. My goal is to help others learn the beautiful art of wire weaving.
    Back to blog