Retired - Kilkenny Earrings in Gold Nugget

PROJECT E739
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Beginner
Gold and jet hematite crystals compliment the 14K gold filled findings stunningly in these elegant earrings. They are high on style yet quick and easy to make. A great project for the holidays, proms, weddings, and more.
Instructions

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  1. Onto your ear threader place 1 Preciosa Czech crystal 6mm bicone bead in gold, 1 rondelle bead with clear rhinestones, and 1 more Preciosa Czech crystal 6mm bicone bead in gold.
  2. Onto 1 14K gold filled ball head pin place a Preciosa Czech crystal 4mm bicone bead in jet hematite. Create a simple wire loop after the bead.
  3. Open the simple wire loop you made and connect it to the loop at the base of the ear threader.
  4. Please repeat the instructions above to make your second earring.
  5. All done!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCZ-2800 - 22K Gold Plated Rondelle Spacer Beads With Czech Crystals 8mm (4 Pieces)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCZ-5610 - Preciosa Czech Crystal Beads 6mm Bicone 'Gold Aurum' (20)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCZ-5414 - Preciosa Czech Crystal 4mm Bicone Beads 'Jet Hematite' (50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-9044 - 14K Gold Filled Ear Threads Threaders 3 1/4 In. Box Chain w/ Loop
    Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-3223 - Fancy 14K Gold Filled 1.5mm Ball Head pins 24 Gauge 1.5 Inch (10)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
Additional Information
Theme Special Occasion, Bridal
Ingredients BCZ-2800, FEA-9044, FHP-3223,

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 Rondelle Spacer Beads With Czech Crystals 8mm (4 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 4 Pieces.
$2.99 / Package | SKU: BCZ-2800
Earring Findings, Ear Threads 3 1/4 Inch Box Chain with Loop 14K Gold-Filled, Pair
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.
$11.99 / Package | SKU: FEA-9044
Head Pins, with Ball Head 1.5 Inches Long and 24 Gauge Thick 14K Gold-Filled (10 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.
$9.09 / Package | SKU: FHP-3223
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.49 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

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