Retired - Edgy Elegance Earrings

PROJECT E6003
Designer: Suki Song
Skill Level: Intermediate
Wear these earrings for a glamorous night in town- gold chains create an elegant touch to this otherwise edgy studded earring.
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. Take one black stud and place a gold headpin into one one of the holes. Create a simple wire loop.
  2. Take another gold headpin and repeat this previous step with the other hole in the stud.
  3. Cut 8 2.5" pieces of chain. Set aside.
  4. Open one wire loop slightly, and slide in four piece of chain. Close the wire loop.
  5. Repeat this previous step with the other wire loop.
  6. Apply a dab of E6000 onto the earring post, and place it on the center of the back of the stud.
  7. Allow it to dry for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Repeat all the steps to make the second earring.
  9. You're all done!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCP-11204 - Czech Glass Beads, 2-Hole Pyramid Studs 12mm, 2 Pieces, Jet Black
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-99958 - 22K Gold Plated Slim Rolo Chain 2mm Bulk By The Foot
    Project uses 4 feet. You will need 4 packages.

  • FHP-6001 - Beadalon Gold Plated Coil Dome Head Pins - 21 Gauge - 2 Inches (10)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1618 - 22K Gold Plated Flat 4mm Glue On Earring Posts (20)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1015 - 22K Gold Plated Earring Backs (Earnuts) Med. (100)
    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
Additional Information
Theme Special Occasion
Ingredients CHA-99958, FHP-6001, FEA-1618, FEA-1015,

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.
22K Gold Plated Fine Rolo Chain, 2mm, by the Foot
You will need 4 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.
$2.49 / Package | SKU: CHA-99958
Beadalon Head Pin, Coil Dome 2 Inches Long and 21 Gauge Thick, Gold Plated (10 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.
$3.99 / Package | SKU: FHP-6001
Earring Findings, Post with 4mm Glue On Pad, Gold Plated (10 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pairs.
$2.69 / Package | SKU: FEA-1618
Earring Backs, Medium Clutch 6mm, 22K Gold Plated (12 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 12 Pieces.
$1.49 / Package | SKU: FEA-1015
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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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