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Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsDecide which direction to face the (reversible) ethnic fan connectors and charms, and lay out all pieces. Use a medium-large jump ring (approx. 7mm), attach each charm to the base of the fan connector. For best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Use a slightly smaller jump ring (about 5mm) to connect the earring drop-post to the fan.Use your favorite earring backs. This pair of earrings is a bit heavy, so earring …

Designer TipsUsing one eye pin, slide on one 6mm 5328 bicone bead and make a simple loop. Repeat 30 more times and set aside. New to making jewelry? See Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Using an eye pin, slide on a 5058 10mm bead and make a simple loop. Repeat 3 times and set aside.Using an eye pin, slide on a 5058 14mm bead and make a simple loop. Repeat 3 times and set aside.To create the outer strand, link together 3 bicone links, one 14mm baroque bead link, two bicone links, one 14mm baroque be …