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Created by: Sondra Barrington Designer TipsKeep gold-filled and gold-plated findings separate, and mark your supplies well!Use chain-nose pliers to turn the loop on ear wire 90-degrees so it faces side to side (not front to back). This is easier to do, before you assemble the rest of the earring components.Wire-wrap the dangles directly on loop. New to jewelry-making? See Basic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF) for step-by-step looping instructions. Suggested Supplies1&nbs …

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsAdd crystals, angels wing beads and spacers to head pins and finish with a simple loop.Because the large end of the dome beads are concave, it can be tricky to measure and cut the headpin for making your loop. Press thumb or other finger against the head of the pin, to pull it up to the inside of the dome for best results.Use any ear wire you like with these designs.These designs can be made as a pendant, by only making one.Free Technique Sheets & How …