Making the Most of Your Xuron® Tools
Did you know that Xuron® Models 2193 and 2193F Hard Wire Cutters are the only tools you should use to cut memory wire, steel, or other hardened wire?
You’ll have disappointing results if you cut hard wire with any of our other flush cutters. It’ll also leave telltale dents in the blades and void their warranty. [Read more…]
Wire wrapping is a fun, creative process that allows you to create your own unique piece of jewelry. It requires patience, skill, and precision – but it has never been easier with Xuron® tools! In this blog post we will discuss the different Xuron® tools for wire wrapping and give some tips on which ones work best and how to use them to easily produce beautiful pieces! And finally, we’ll mention a couple of non-Xuron products that are also worth checking out.
A few years ago we had the pleasure of exhibiting next to Mary Soucy at the Bead & Button Show. We chatted with Mary and her mom and discovered not only are they two of the nicest ladies you’d ever meet but Mary is an avid Xuron user! Mary Soucy is an incredibly talented designer and instructor. She is enthusiastic and exudes passion for her craft. She has an impressive creativity that blurs the lines of chainmailling and beading; resulting in a final product that has an elegant bead-woven aesthetic.
I recently had the opportunity to ask Mary Soucy a few questions about creating, chainmaille, tools and more…
What’s better than having all the tools you’ll need to make beaded jewelry on your workbench? What if we wrapped them in a convenient, durable pouch, ready to grab and go, so you can easily use them anywhere?!!
If you’re new to chainmaille, the array of tools and materials available can be overwhelming. In this blog post, we’ll introduce you to the six best chainmaille pliers made by Xuron®. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert chainmail jewelry maker, these pliers will help make your work easier and faster. So, let’s get started!
