By following the instructions below, you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring.
- Before you begin, watch the instructional video: How to Use Metal Punches.
- Following the technique you learned in the video, punch the antique gold plated round flat tags with the bumble bee metal punch.
- Apply some onyx Vintaj patina to the stamping and use a paper towel to wipe away the excess. Allow to dry.
- Place a jet black fire polish bead onto a ball head pin. Create a simple wire loop after the bead.
- Open the loop and hang the bead dangle from the flat tag; close the loop.
- Open the loop on the the antique gold plated leverback earring hook and hang the earring; close the loop.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- PND-6629 - Nunn Design Antiqued Gold Plated Circle Flat Tag Pendant Link 1/2 Inch (2)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FEA-8226 - Nunn Design Antiqued 24kt Gold Plated Leverback Earring Findings 18mm - 2 Pair
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- BCP-3690 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 6mm Round Black Jet (25)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- XTL-9078 - Vintaj Patina Opaque Permanent Ink - Black Onyx - 0.5 Ounce Bottle
Project uses 1 bottle. You will need 1 package.
- FHP-3020 - 22K Gold Plated 2mm Ball Head Pins 21 Gauge 1.5 Inch (20)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
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