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Proper and Quick Jump Ring Techniques

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Wrap the Dowel with Wire

First, hold the end of the wire up against the dowel and wrap the wire around the down. Except for the first and last wrap, each wrap will equate to a jump ring. So, the amount of rings you need will determine the number of times you need to wrap the wire.

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