Retired - Teal Artisan Drop Earrings

PROJECT E2001
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Beginner
This is a great piece if you want an elegant vintage drop earring by combining the Austrian crystal teardrop pearls and crystal beads with the Vintaj Pewter. The perfect mix of old and new.
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. Place your Tear Drop pearl (so the larger part of the pearl is down) on to the head pin and then add 3 bicone crystals on top.
  2. Create a simple wire loop. Open the simple wire loop that you just made (do this the same way you would open a jump ring. ) and attach the head pin (with beads) to one side of the Vintaj Artisan Pewter Dual Ring Connector Link. Close the simple wire loop.
  3. Attach the open eye pin to the other side of the Pewter piece by opening it like a jump ring. Add 1 bicone crystal bead.
  4. Create a simple wire loop.
  5. Open the loop at the base of your earring hook and attach it to the simple wire loop that you just made. Close the loop back up.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • FEA-2010 - Sterling Silver French Wire Earring Hooks (10)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCO-5272 - Vintaj Artisan Pewter Oval Estruscan Connector Link 9.5x22.5mm (1)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

  • FHP-5320 - Silver Plated Head Pins 2 Inches Long/22 Gauge (X50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-6260 - Silver Plated Open Eye Pins 21 Gauge 1.5 Inch (x50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • SWP-1185 - Austrian Crystal, 5821 Pear Shaped Faux Pearl Beads 11mm, 4 Pieces, Petrol
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
  • XTL-5032 - Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
Additional Information
Ingredients FEA-2010, FHP-5320, FHP-6260,

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, French Ear Wire Hook 16mm Long 21 Gauge, Sterling Silver (10 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 5 Pairs.
$9.29 / Package | SKU: FEA-2010
Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$3.49 / Package | SKU: FHP-5320
Open Eye Pins, 1.5 Inches Long and 21 Gauge Thick Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$3.85 / Package | SKU: FHP-6260
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
The Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose

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