Happy Travelers Earrings Tutorial

As the Remover of Obstacles, and Lord of Beginnings, Ganesh is a popular charm or talisman for travelers. Combine this auspicious symbol with Maneki Neko, the beckoning kitty who welcomes good fortune and friends, and you have a winning combination to wear while planning future travel, even if you can't travel anywhere exciting right now.

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue

Designer Tips

Squeeze the charm holder to unhook it.
These Czech "O" beads usually fit over the hook of the wire hoop, but sometimes you need to gently open the hoop's hook with a pair of chain-nose pliers to add these glass beads.
Add beads and charms in desired order, and re-hook the wire hoop.
Use chain-nose pliers to twist ear wire open, and add to top of hoop. (New to jewelry-making? See Jewelry Basics 101.)

Suggested Supplies

1 tube (use 4 beads) #23-514-1553 Czech Glass Bead, O, 3.8x1mm - Magic Orchid
1 ten (use 4 beads) #26-751-02-AB TierraCast 5mm Large-Hole Nugget Heishi Beads - Antiqued Brass Plated
1 ten (use 4 beads) #26-751-02-AP TierraCast 5mm Large-Hole Nugget Heishi Beads - Antiqued Pewter Plated
1 each #49-943-17-AS TierraCast 18mm Ganesh Charm - Antiqued Silver Plated
1 each #49-943-18-AG TierraCast Beckoning Kitty Charm - Antiqued Gold Plated
1 each #42-240-01-6 TierraCast Small Wire Hoop Charm Holder - Antiqued Brass
1 each #42-240-01-3 TierraCast Small Wire Hoop Charm Holder - Silver Plated
1 pair #34-063-12 TierraCast Black Niobium Earring Hook Findings