EASY TO USE: The metal is soft and flexible to use but durable enough to keep its form when molded into shape. It is lightweight and malleable enough to bend by hand, but tools are recommended to produce specific patterns with the wire. COILS OF WIRE: This 18-gauge wire comes in a vibrant champagne gold color, encased in a tarnish resistant coating, and measures 1mm (0.040 inches) in diameter. There is 4 yards of wire on this spool and comes with a clip to protect your wire when it is not in use. JEWELRY MAKING: Whether you need to wrap a pendant for a necklace or loop different components in a bracelet, this wire is up to the task. This copper core wire is fast becoming popular with beaders all over the world. UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVITY: This jewelry beading wire is ideal for jewelry designers, but it is also great for other DIY crafters who work in other mediums that include sculptures and model making, floral arrangements, doll making, and home décor such as adding embellishment to frames and glassware. THE BEADSMITH - 40 years in the making! 💎 Trusted to bring you the best quality beads, tools, and supplies. Making jewelry should be a positive experience. Let us join you in the creative journey. Our experts are here to help. Your satisfaction is important to us. Contact us with any quality issues or concerns.