Nesting Earrings Tutorial
This project is a great way to get started with wire, because it's very free form, and a bit of messiness is not only ok, it's actually recommended!
Use your favorite oval beads - they can be pearls, gemstones, glass, or make your own from polymer clay! Our Swarovski rice pearls are about 3x4mm.
Created by: Rita Hutchinson
Designer Tips
- See Rings & Things' blog for basic instructions on How To Make A Wire Bird Nest.
- With some of your extra wire, create a loop for hanging the nest, and wrap the loop for security.
- Twist open the ear wire loop, add nest's loop, and securely close the ear wire loop.
Suggested Supplies
- 1 100-pack (use 6 beads) #05-824-04-200ST Swarovski 5824 Rice Pearl Beads, 4mm - White
- 1 each (use 5-6 feet) #46-700-24-56 Copper Jewelry Wire, 24ga, 30yard - Vintage Bronze
- 1 pair #34-061-27 TierraCast Brass-colored Niobium Earring Hook Findings
Tools
- EURO TOOL Side Flush Cutter
- Wubbers Round-Nose Jewelry Making Pliers
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