Gauge for cuffs
by Kathie Hall
(Bunbury, WA)
Hi Stacy, I am currently in Australia for the next year, so can't take any classes with you. I really miss them. Anyway, I would like to try making a cuff as I brought my tools with me. Have no idea what gauge sheets of copper to order. Also, does Rio Grande send to down under?
Kathie Hall
Stacy's Answer:
WOW Kathie! Australia! How fun!!! I have no idea where Rio ships...you'll have to email them and ask. I do know that the shipping fees and duties can get very high.As to the gauges used for cuffs, I prefer 22 gauge (lightest and great for feathers, leaves, etc.) 20 gauge and 18 gauge. Lighter than 22 gauge and the edges can be difficult to get a nice smooth edge on copper and they can be a bit flimsy. IMO! I find myself using mostly 20 gauge and 18 gauge.
Remember to anneal, anneal, anneal! Email me if you have any questions!
Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Jewelry Q & A.
