How to Make a Wire Hook

Cutting the Wire

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  Decide what size hook you want to make and make a note of this measurement. Keep in mind what you want to use the hook for and make sure the selected size would be appropriate for this usage.

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  Use wire cutters to cut off two wire pieces from the wire roll. The two pieces should be approximately two inches longer than the length chosen for the finished hook.

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  Compare the two pieces. Check for differences in length.

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  If needed, trim the two wire pieces so that they are the same.

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  Repeat these steps as desired for multiple hooks.

Twisting the Wire

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  Hold the two wire pieces so that they are both parallel and level with each other.

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  Check that your grip on the wires is tight and will not loosen when you begin to twist the wires. Place your elbow on a flat surface if needed to steady your arm.

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  With your other hand, grab the two wire pieces with the pliers.

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  Twist the wires so they wrap tightly around each other.

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  Trim the two pieces so they are once again the same length, if needed.

Shaping the Wire

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  Sketch out the shape of the hook you want to make.

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  For a simple hook shape, bend up one end of the twisted wires either by hand or with the pliers, if needed.

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  For an S-hook, bend both ends of the twisted wires, one at a time, to create the shape of the letter "S."

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  For an L-shaped hook, bend up one end of the twisted wires in the same way as you would for a simple hook shape. Use a flat surface to straighten the bent end into a right angle.

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  Adjust as needed to get the ideal shape for the selected hook style.

Optional Finishing Touches

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  You can dip your hook in paint to match your walls or décor, if desired. Allow the hook to dry completely before using.

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  Finials, coins, decorative pins or any other small item can be attached to the front of the bent portion of the hook for a more detailed look. Add the decorative item to your hook using a hot glue gun and ensure the glue is dry before using.

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  To make a stronger hook, you can wrap additional wires around the completed hook.

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  Wrap fabric around your hook and adhere with a hot glue gun if you want to soften the look and feel of the hook.

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  You can link multiple S-hooks together, if desired, to make a chain of hooks.