Retired - Stainless Steel Chain Earrings

Retired - Stainless Steel Chain Earrings

Name: Retired - Stainless Steel Chain Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E8062
Availability: InStock

PROJECT E8062

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Beginner

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Stainless steel curb and cable chains give these versatile earrings a clean and contemporary look. Complementary earring hooks and jump rings make for a sleek and cohesive design. Stainless steel is a durable metal, both tarnish resistant and water-safe.

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. Because stainless steel is a stiff metal, we recommend using heavy duty flush cutters for this project.

To begin, use heavy duty flush cutters to cut the following lengths of stainless steel chain: 1.5 inches of 2.2mm cable chain, 2 inches of 2.7mm curb chain, 2.5 inches 4x3mm cable chain, 2.25 inches of 2.7mm curb chain, and 1.75 inches of 2.2mm cable chain.
Use pliers to open a 4mm jump ring, and slide on one end link of each of the chain lengths from step 1 in the order listed. Close the jump ring.
Open the loop of your earring hook and slide it onto the jump ring between the 2.2mm cable chains so that the chain lengths fall in the order shown in the photo. Close the loop and you're all done!

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

CHA-0377 - Bulk Curb Chain, Flattened Links 2.7x2mm, Sold By The Foot, Stainless Steel
Project uses 8.5 inches. You will need 1 package.

CHA-0378 - Bulk Cable Chain, Oval Links 2.2x1.8mm, Sold By The Foot, Stainless Steel
Project uses 6.5 inches. You will need 1 package.

CHA-0379 - Bulk Cable Chain, Oval Links 4x3mm, Sold By The Foot, Stainless Steel
Project uses 5 inches. You will need 1 package.

FEA-9750 - French Ear Wire, w/ Coil and Loop 21mm, 20 Pieces, Stainless Steel
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FJR-0001 - Jump Rings, Open 3.5mm Diameter 22 Gauge, 50 Pieces, Stainless Steel
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5603 - CHP Milano Heavy Duty Flush Cutter - Cuts Up To 2.5mm Copper Wire
XTL-0034 - Wubbers Classic Series Round Nose Quality Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers

Additional Information

Ingredients

CHA-0377, CHA-0378, FEA-9750, FJR-0001,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Intro to Beading 101: Getting Started with Jewelry Making

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.

Stainless Steel Flat Curb Chain, 2.7x2mm, by the Foot

            Stainless Steel Flat Curb Chain, 2.7x2mm, by the Foot
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $1.25
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-0377

Stainless Steel Cable Chain, 2.2x1.8mm, by the Foot

            Stainless Steel Cable Chain, 2.2x1.8mm, by the Foot
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $1.25
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-0378

French Ear Wire, w/ Coil and Loop 21mm, Stainless Steel (10 Pairs)

            French Ear Wire, w/ Coil and Loop 21mm, Stainless Steel (10 Pairs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pairs.

                $3.89
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-9750

Jump Rings, Open 3.5mm Diameter 22 Gauge, Stainless Steel (50 Pieces)

            Jump Rings, Open 3.5mm Diameter 22 Gauge, Stainless Steel (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $1.49
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-0001