Retired - Barme Earrings

PROJECT E8021
Designer: Alexandra Smith
Skill Level: Intermediate
These intricate statement earrings offer a wire wrapped variation on the traditional woven Gods Eye design. Silver 24 gauge wire is wrapped onto a contrasting 20 gauge gold wire frame, wtih Czech glass fire polish bead accents and a rose tassel.
Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

By following the instructions below, you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring.
  1. Please watch the video: How to Make a Wire Wrapped Gods Eye. Using what you have learned in the video, begin by creating your 20 gauge wire frame and attach your 15 inch length of 24 gauge wire at the center for wrapping the design, as shown in the video.
  2. Wrap 8 layers of wire onto each of the 4 quadrants of your Gods Eye as shown in the video, but you will not be adding beads. Coil and clip the extra wire (see photo for reference).
  3. String 1 Czech glass silver bead onto each of the 4 points of your 20 gauge wire frame, and make simple wire loops on the ends of the wires as shown in the video.
  4. Attach your tassel and earring hook as shown in the video. Enjoy your earrings!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • FEA-6702 - 22K Gold Plated Earring Hooks Kidney Wires 25mm (10 Pairs)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • WCR-2430 - Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, 10 Yard Spool, Tarnish Resistant Silver
    Project uses 30 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • WCR-2033 - Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 20 Gauge Thick, 6 Yard Spool, Tarnish Resistant Brass
    Project uses 12 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-3307 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 3mm Round Silver Metallic (50)
    Project uses 8 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • PTS-113 - Nylon Cord Pendant, Tassel with Gold Tone Open Jump Ring 30mm, 10 Pieces, Old Rose
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
Additional Information
Theme Yoga, Summer, Spring, Boho, Autumn
Ingredients FEA-6702, WCR-2430, WCR-2033, BCP-3307,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
Earring Findings, Kidney Wire Hook 25mm, Gold Plated (10 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pairs.
$3.65 / Package | SKU: FEA-6702
Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, Tarnish Resistant Silver (10 Yard Spool)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$7.49 / Package | SKU: WCR-2430
Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 20 Gauge Thick, Tarnish Resistant Brass (6 Yard Spool)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$4.59 / Package | SKU: WCR-2033
Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 3mm Round Metallic Silver Full-Coat (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$1.89 / Package | SKU: BCP-3307
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

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