Retired - Gold Burst Basketball Wives Style Earrings

PROJECT E755
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Beginner
This ultra trendy earring design makes a powerful fashion statement. The large hoops have been easily created with memory wire and the spikes add instant drama to the look.
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. To make this project, please watch the video: How to Make Basketball Wives Style Earrings.
  2. Follow the same process as described in the video and place the following beads onto your memory wire hoop: 1 Beadelle Crystal 10mm rhinestone ball, 1 gold spike, 1 Beadelle Crystal 10mm rhinestone ball, 1 gold spike, 1 Beadelle Crystal 10mm rhinestone ball, 1 gold spike, 1 Beadelle Crystal 10mm rhinestone ball, 1 gold spike, 1 Beadelle Crystal 10mm rhinestone ball, 1 gold spike, and 1 Beadelle Crystal 10mm rhinestone ball.
  3. Attach your ball stud earring post the same way as shown in the video.
  4. Have fun wearing these!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • WXM-030 - Bright Gold Color Bracelet Memory Wire 12 Loops
    Project uses 2 loops. You will need 1 package.

  • BPL-0201 - Spike Beads 33mm - Metallic Gold Tone (10 Pieces)
    Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BDLL-1003 - Beadelle Crystal 10mm Rhinestone Ball - Gold Plated / Crystal (2 Beads)
    Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 6 packages.

  • FEA-1048 - 22K Gold Plated Stud Earrings Ball Post & Ring 4mm (20)
    Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1015 - 22K Gold Plated Earring Backs (Earnuts) Med. (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5612 - Beadalon Memory Wire Shears Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
  • 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
Ingredients WXM-030, FEA-1048, FEA-1015,

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.
Memory Wire, Bracelet Round Size Medium 2.25 Diameter, 12 Loops, Gold Plated
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pack.
$2.29 / Package | SKU: WXM-030
Earring Posts, Stud with Ball 4mm, Gold Plated (10 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pairs.
$6.97 / Package | SKU: FEA-1048
Earring Backs, Medium Clutch 6mm, 22K Gold Plated (12 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 12 Pieces.
$1.49 / Package | SKU: FEA-1015
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Beadalon Memory Wire Shears Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
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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