Retired - California Fringe Earrings

PROJECT E2196
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
Looking to add a little touch of fringe to your outfit? Check out these delicate and geometric earrings for a quick and easy cool vibe.
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. Onto one head pin, string on 6 beads. Make a simple wire loop. Repeat this step and set aside.
  2. Take another head pin and string on 8 beads. Make a simple wire loop. Repeat this step and set aside.
  3. Take one last head pin and string on 10 beads. Make a simple wire loop. Set aside.
  4. Next, take one head pin with 6 beads on it and open the loop, same as you would a jump ring, and attach it to the bottom of the triangle earring post.
  5. Then add the remaining head pins in this order to create the graduated pattern: 8 beads, 10 beads, 8 beads, then 6 beads.
  6. Make sure all the loops are closed and you're all done!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • FEA-02013 - Earring Posts, Open Triangle with Earnuts 10mm, 1 Pair, Matte Gold Toned
    Project uses 1 Pair. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-00135 - True2 Czech Fire Polished Glass, Faceted Round Beads 2mm, 50 Pieces, Jet California Gold Rush
    Project uses 48 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-3028 - 22K Gold Plated Ball Head Pins 22 Gauge 2 Inch (x20)
    Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Delicate, Autumn
Ingredients BCP-00135, FHP-3028,
Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

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.
True2 Czech Fire Polished Glass, Faceted Round Beads 2mm, Jet California Gold Rush (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$3.29 / Package | SKU: BCP-00135
Head Pins, with Ball Head 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (20 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.
$6.09 / Package | SKU: FHP-3028
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514

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