Retired - Classic Bridal Drop Earrings in Gold

Retired - Classic Bridal Drop Earrings in Gold

Name: Retired - Classic Bridal Drop Earrings in Gold
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E2351
Availability: InStock

PROJECT E2351

Designer: Kat Silvia

Skill Level: Intermediate

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For the bride with a vintage style, try these golden drop earrings 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-0408 - Austrian Crystal, #5000 Round Beads 4mm, 12 Pieces, Crystal Golden Shadow
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

SWP-1152 - Austrian Crystal, #5821 Pear Shaped Faux Pearl Beads 11mm, 4 Pieces, Bright Gold
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BMB-3828 - TierraCast 22K Gold Plated Pewter Beaded Bead Caps 4mm (20)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FEA-6016 - 22K Gold Plated Earring Findings Leverbacks 17x9mm (5 Pairs)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FHP-5221 - 22K Gold Plated Head Pins - 22 Gauge, 2 Inches (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	Vintage Look, Special Occasion, Christmas, Bridal
Ingredients	BMB-3828, FEA-6016, FHP-5221,

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.

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: BMB-3828

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

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

                $4.74
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-6016

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

            Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $5.09
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-5221