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- Thread six (3 per earring) of the Austrian crystal sapphire crystal beads on to six head pins. Create a simple loop at the end of each.
- On an eyepin, thread a sapphire crystal followed by a lampwork bead, followed by another crystal. Create a simple loop at the end. Make two of these, one for each earring.
- Cut six (3 per earring) pieces of chain at three different lengths. We cut ours at 1 _", 1 _", and 1". You may cut yours longer or shorter based on how long you would like the finished product.
- Using the proper method for opening a jump ring add single sapphire crystal looped headpin to one end of each chain segment.
- Add all three of the chain segments to a single jump ring and add that jump ring to one end of the lampwork segment. Repeat for other earring.
- Open the other end of the lampwork segment and add to the shepherd's crook earring hook. Close loop. Repeat for other earring.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- FEA-2072 - Sterling Shepherd's Crook Wire Earring Hooks With Ball (2 PR)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FHP-03415 - Sterling Silver Open Eye Pins 24 Gauge 1.5 Inch (10)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FHP-02520 - Sterling Silver Head pins 24 Gauge 2 Inches (10)
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-03030 - Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 3mm 22 Gauge (20)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- CHA-0915 - Sterling Silver Delicate Cable Chain 1.4mm Bulk By The Foot
Project uses 1 foot. You will need 1 package.
- SWBB-13023 - Austrian Crystal, 5328 Bicone Beads 3mm, 25 Pieces, Sapphire AB
Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.