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Subtle Sparkle Earrings Tutorial

Subtle Sparkle Earrings Tutorial

These earrings are extremely light weight, but provide a lot of impact. Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut chain to desired length. I used two sections of 2" and two sections of 2.5"To easily cut chain to equal lengths, run a pin or wire through the last link of desired length chain and of remaining chain section, hold upright and easily see which link to cut.Add bead and bead cap to head pin, and wire wrap directly to chain. I used "messy" wrapped loops on these dangles.Twist open loop …
Jan 1st 2021 Rita Hutchinson
TierraCast Succulent Tassel Earrings Tutorial

TierraCast Succulent Tassel Earrings Tutorial

Created by: TierraCastDesigner TipsMeasure 48" of 1mm cotton cord and cut into 2, 24" pieces. Wrap around fingers 5 times and tuck top of wrap into cord end. Secure with glue or crimping.Twist each oval jump ring open and use to link one succulent post with one tassel. Reverse the twist to close. For most secure way way to open and close jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Fasten earring backs to posts.Suggested Supplies1 pair #32-130-12-AS TierraCast Succulent posts2 each #48-070-01-AS Tie …
Jan 1st 2021 TierraCast
Springtime Blues Earrings Tutorial

Springtime Blues Earrings Tutorial

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsApply a dab of Loctite gel to Swarovski Setting and place rivoli stone inside. Place on a level surface to dry (if you can find a flat Styrofoam remnant, press the setting in before gluing the crystal, to create a divot.)Set square cushion stone in JBB setting using nylon jaw pliers to fold down one corner, then the opposite, and then the remaining two. This will help keep the stone straight.Attach the set rivoli to the open loop of the cushion setting and …
Jan 1st 2021 Rita Hutchinson
Stella, A Night on the Town Earrings Tutorial

Stella, A Night on the Town Earrings Tutorial

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue   Designer TipsString desired pattern of spikes onto the Vintaj® Creative Hoop.Gently bend hoop so the holes are aligned tightly together.Select a medium-sized jump ring from the assortment. To prevent marring, use 2 pairs of non-serrated flat-nose pliers to open the jump ring.Run jump ring through both holes of the Vintaj hoop, add the ear wire, and carefully close jump ring.Optional Necklace: Make a 3rd spiky hoop, and use an additional jump ring to hang it f …
Jan 1st 2021 Polly Nobbs-LaRue
Red Kite Earrings Tutorial

Red Kite Earrings Tutorial

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse fine tip round nose pliers in order to make loops that match the small loops on the eyepins. For looping instructions, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)As you make the beaded connectors, pay careful attention to the angle of the loops you're making:Make each of the beaded connectors below the filigree, with parallel loops.The bead connectors at the top (connecting the earwires to the filigree) needs perpendicular loops for the earring to hang correctly.The …
Jan 1st 2021 Rita Hutchinson
Sparkling Squares Earring Tutorial

Sparkling Squares Earring Tutorial

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace a crystal stone into the setting. Use a burnishing tool to gently press the bezel down on all sides of the crystal. Use the burnisher to smooth all sides of the bezel evenly up and over over the stone.Repeat with other crystal cushion stones.Use pliers to open the loop on an ear wire, and attach to the top of the setting. (See Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF) for best way to open and close a loop.)Suggested Supplies6 each #04-470-10-445 Swaro …
Jan 1st 2021 Summer Melaas
Winter is Coming - Post Earrings Tutorial

Winter is Coming - Post Earrings Tutorial

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsAttach the pinch bail to the top of the snowflake crystal. Align the bail prongs and the crystal hanging holes, then pinch together. Once attached, you can use nylon-jawed pliers to secure the bail by gently squeezing.Add two 8mm jump rings to the bail. Use flat-nose pliers and chain-nose pliers to twist the jump rings open and then closed. See Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Use two 4.5mm jump rings to connect the 8mm jump rings to the post earr …
Jan 1st 2021 Mollie Valente

TierraCast Succulent Post Earrings Tutorial

Created by: TierraCastDesigner TipsPlace one bicone, one 8-10mm amethyst rondelle and another bicone onto eye pin. Cut remaining eye pin with wire cutters, leaving .25" to form into loop to close. Attach one eye pin end to the bottom loop of succulent post and link all together by attaching other end to succulent charm. Repeat for other earring. For most secure way way to open and close jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Add your favorite style of earring backs.Suggested Supplies1 pair #32 …
Jan 1st 2021 TierraCast
Tangerine Sunrise Earrings Tutorial

Tangerine Sunrise Earrings Tutorial

Created by: Summer Melaas   Designer TipsCut 3" of 26g sterling silver wire. Add 5 Indicolite (dark turquoise) 3mm crystals to the middle of the wire. Use chain nose pliers and bend wire to a 90° angle on each side of the crystals. Wrap one side of the wire 3x tightly to the center bottom right of the hoop. Wrap the other wire 3x to the center bottom left of the hoop. Cut excess wire on both sides and crimp the end with your chain nose pliers.Cut about 4" of 26g sterling wire. Add 6 Light t …
Jan 1st 2021 Summer Melaas
Ultra Simple Blue Rivoli Earrings Tutorial

Ultra Simple Blue Rivoli Earrings Tutorial

These sparkling earrings use only 3 components, and 2 common pairs of jewelry pliers (available individually or in a kit). Ultra Blue AB is a vivid blue coating added to a Swarovski rivoli crystal. 12mm rivolis are available in 80 colors!  Created by: Janet Boyington Designer TipsCenter rivoli crystal in bezel.Use your fingers or flat-nose nylon-jaw pliers to gently squeeze each prong most of the way down onto crystal, being careful not to scratch the coating on the back of the crystal.Make …
Jan 1st 2021 Janet Boyington