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Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #34-962 Argentium Silver French Hook Earring Wires, Plain (pair)1 #37-722-3 Silver Plated Eye Pin, 2", Standard (Pack)2 #49-947-11-WB TierraCast Intermix 3-rings Bar Link - White Bronze Plated (Each)2 #44-940-49-AS TierraCast Antiqued Silver Plated Hibiscus Charm (Each)1 #05-000-FU8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Fuchsia (6 Pieces)Tools1 #60-03U4 The Beadsmith Jewelry Pliers, Round Nose, Chain Nose, Side Cutter1 #60-CU3D The Beadsmith Jeweller's M …

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsWhen making a large number of beaded dangles, it is quickest to do them assembly line style. Figure out the correct length for the wire, and trim all wires, string beads and bend wire, then make loops.For step-by-step instruction on making beaded loops, and best way to open and close jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).The use of 6 jump rings allows the pendant to hang correctly on these earrings. Open one jump ring, add the aquamarine pendant, then c …

These colors are inspired by Pantone's colors of the year for 2021, and pair nicely with the Optimistic Hope bracelet and After Glow earrings.Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsLay out beads on a stringing board to check your length and pattern.Cut 8-9 of stringing cable (2-3" more than the finished length of the bead section).Add a crimp tube, add clasp, and go back through crimp tube, making a small loop. Crimp securely, leaving a short tail. For more crimping instructions, see crimp plie …