Retired - Hodge Podge Honeycomb Earrings

Retired - Hodge Podge Honeycomb Earrings

Name: Retired - Hodge Podge Honeycomb Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E838
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT E838

Designer: Julie Bean

Skill Level: Intermediate

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The wired focal of the Hodge Podge Honeycomb Earrings features 7 honeycomb beads that have been staggered in a geometrical pattern. This focal is then suspended from chains and a lovely earring hook, creating a modern pair of statement earrings.

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.

To make this pair of earrings, please watch the video: How to Make the Hodge Podge Honeycomb Earrings.
In the video you will learn how to wire your 2-hole honeycomb beads together, how to create wrapped wire loops on each end, how to open and close jump rings, as well as how to put all the earring pieces together.

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

BCH-0172 - Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, 30 Pieces, Hodge Podge Orange Luster
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BCH-0176 - Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, 30 Pieces, Hodge Podge Blue Picasso
Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FJR-5240 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (x100)
Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FEA-5028 - 14KT Gold Filled Earrings Leverbacks with Teardrop Motif (1 Pair)
Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package.

CHA-9978 - Bright Gold Plated Cable Circle Chain 3mm - Bulk By The Foot
Project uses 5 inches. You will need 1 package.

WCR-2633 - Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 26 Gauge Thick, 15 Yard Spool, Tarnish Resistant Brass
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5032 - Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex

Additional Information

Theme	Boho
Ingredients	BCH-0172, BCH-0176, FJR-5240, FEA-5028, CHA-9978, WCR-2633,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Make a Wrapped Wire Loop
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Wire Wrapping 101: Wire Wrapping Tips for Jewelry Making

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.

22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (100 pcs)

            22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (100 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.

                $2.89
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-5240

Earring Findings, Leverback with Teardrop 16mm 14k Gold-Filled, Pair

            Earring Findings, Leverback with Teardrop 16mm 14k Gold-Filled, Pair
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.

                $13.29
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-5028

Gold Plated Cable Chain, Circle Link 3mm, by the Foot

            Gold Plated Cable Chain, Circle Link 3mm, by the Foot
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $2.69
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-9978

Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 26 Gauge Thick, Tarnish Resistant Brass (15 Yard Spool)

            Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 26 Gauge Thick, Tarnish Resistant Brass (15 Yard Spool)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $4.99
            
             / Package | SKU: WCR-2633