Retired - Classic Bridal Drop Earrings

Name: Retired - Classic Bridal Drop Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E2261
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT E2261

Designer: Kat Silvia

Skill Level: Intermediate

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A classic pearl drop earring for the classic bride featuring Austrian crystals and Pearls.

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.

Take one head pin and string on one pearl with the large side facing down. Then string on one bead cap with the large side facing down, and one bead cap with the large side facing up. Finally string on one crystal bead.
Make a wrapped wire loop. Trim any excess wire.
Open the lever back of the earring and slide this loop up and over the earring until it sits it the curved well at the base. Close the lever back to wear and you're all done!

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

SWC-0400 - Austrian Crystal, 5000 Round Beads 4mm, 12 Pieces, Crystal
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

SWP-1101 - Austrian Crystal, 5821 Pear Shaped Faux Pearl Beads 11mm, 4 Pieces, White
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BMB-3827 - TierraCast Silver Plated Pewter Beaded Bead Caps 4mm (20)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FEA-6018 - Silver Plated Earring Findings Leverbacks 17x9mm (5 Pairs)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FHP-5320 - Silver Plated Head Pins 2 Inches Long/22 Gauge (X50)
Project uses 2 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	Special Occasion, Bridal
Ingredients	BMB-3827, FEA-6018, FHP-5320,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Make a Wrapped Wire Loop

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.

            TierraCast Silver Plated Pewter "Beaded" Bead Caps 4mm (20 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.

                $3.45
            
             / Package | SKU: BMB-3827

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Earring Findings, Interchangeable Leverbacks 17x9mm, Silver Plated (5 Pairs)

            Earring Findings, Interchangeable Leverbacks 17x9mm, Silver Plated (5 Pairs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 5 Pairs.

                $0.26
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-6018

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Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)

            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