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Artistic Wire, 18 Gauge / 1.0 mm Tarnish Resistant Colored Copper Craft Wire, Black, 4 yd / 3.6 m

Artistic Wire, 18 Gauge / 1.0 mm Tarnish Resistant Colored Copper Craft Wire, Black, 4 yd / 3.6 m

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$3.99at Blick Art MaterialsChecked 1 h ago

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  • Lowest price today: $3.99 at Blick Art Materials (checked Nov 12, 2026).
  • Checked at 15 stores.

Our take on the Artistic Wire, 18 Gauge / 1.0 mm Tarnish Resistant Colored Copper Craft Wire, Black, 4 yd / 3.6 m

This is a 4-yard spool of 18-gauge (1.0 mm) copper craft wire in a black tarnish-resistant finish from Artistic Wire. The gauge is a middle weight: firm enough to hold a shape in wire wrapping and simple frames, yet still bendable by hand with tools. The tarnish-resistant coating keeps the black color from dulling, which is the main reason crafters pick it over bare copper. It suits jewelry makers, bead stringers and general crafters who want a consistent color and thickness rather than the cheapest bulk wire.

Best forJewelry makers doing wire wrapping and linksBead stringing and simple wire framesCrafters who want a black finish that stays blackSmall projects needing a firm 18-gauge wire
Pros
  • Tarnish-resistant coating holds the black color
  • 18 gauge balances firmness and workability
  • Copper core bends smoothly and takes shape
  • Consistent diameter for repeatable pieces
  • Compact 4-yard spool for small projects
Cons
  • Coating can crack or flake if bent sharply back and forth
  • 4 yards runs out fast on larger projects
  • Firmer than dead-soft wire, so harder to hand-shape fine curves
  • Black coating hides the copper color some designs want

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Artistic Wire, 18 Gauge / 1.0 mm Tarnish Resistant Colored Copper Craft Wire, Black, 4 yd / 3.6 m price history

Lowest price we've seen: $3.99 on Nov 12 at Blick Art Materials. Tracked across 15 stores since Nov 12.

What reviewers say

Crafters who use Artistic Wire generally rate the colored, tarnish-resistant line well for consistent gauge and color that holds up. Complaints center on the coating cracking at sharp bends and on spools running short.

What people mention
  • Coating durabilityMixedThe tarnish-resistant finish keeps its color, but some say it can crack at sharp or repeated bends.
  • Gauge consistencyPraisedUsers report the 18-gauge diameter is even along the spool, which helps repeatable pieces.
  • WorkabilityPraisedThe copper core bends smoothly and holds shapes well for wrapping and frames.
  • Spool lengthCriticisedCrafters note 4 yards goes quickly on bigger projects and wish for larger spools.

About the Artistic Wire, 18 Gauge / 1.0 mm Tarnish Resistant Colored Copper Craft Wire, Black, 4 yd / 3.6 m

This is Artistic Wire colored copper craft wire in black. It is 18 gauge (1.0 mm) and tarnish resistant.

The spool holds 4 yd (3.6 m) of wire.

Brand
Artistic Wire
Material
Copper
Color
Black
Gauge
18 gauge / 1.0 mm
Length
4 yd / 3.6 m
Finish
Tarnish resistant

Questions and answers

What can I make with 18-gauge wire?
18 gauge is a middle weight suited to wire-wrapped pendants, links, rings, simple frames and bead stringing. It is firm enough to hold shape but still bends with pliers.
Does the black finish rub off?
The tarnish-resistant coating is meant to keep the color from dulling. Avoid bending the same spot back and forth, which can crack the coating.
Is this wire soft or half-hard?
Artistic Wire's colored copper line is generally soft enough to shape by hand but firm at 18 gauge. Use pliers for tight bends and sharp angles.
How much wire is on the spool?
The spool holds 4 yards, or about 3.6 meters. That covers small jewelry and craft pieces but runs out on larger projects.
Can I use it for bead stringing?
Yes, 18 gauge fits many bead holes, though check hole size on small beads. It is stiffer than stringing wire, so it holds curves rather than draping.
Where is the Artistic Wire, 18 Gauge / 1.0 mm Tarnish Resistant Colored Copper Craft Wire, Black, 4 yd / 3.6 m cheapest?
At Blick Art Materials, for $3.99, 47% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Artistic Wire, 18 Gauge / 1.0 mm Tarnish Resistant Colored Copper Craft Wire, Black, 4 yd / 3.6 m?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.
Where can I buy the Artistic Wire, 18 Gauge / 1.0 mm Tarnish Resistant Colored Copper Craft Wire, Black, 4 yd / 3.6 m?
15 stores we checked sell it, including Shipwreck Beads, Amazon, Blick Art Materials, Walmart, Plaza Artist Materials.

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