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By following the instructions below, you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring. These instructions will make a 18.5 inch necklace. For a longer or shorter necklace, adjust the length of chain used.
- To learn how to make this necklace and earring set, please watch the video: How to Make a Jewelry Set with Gemstone Chain and Wire Wrapped Briolettes. In this video, you will see how to create a necklace using pre-cut gemstone chain and a clasp, as well as how to wire wrap gemstone briolettes onto the chain. You will also see how to make matching earrings.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- CHX-1030 - Carnelian Gemstone Drops Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Chain 4mm Rondelles - By The Inch
Project uses 16 inches. You will need 16 packages.
- CHA-99969 - Bright Silver Plated Long And Short Chain 3x5mm - Bulk By The Foot
Project uses 6 inches. You will need 1 package.
- WCR-3430 - Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 34 Gauge Thick, 30 Yard Spool, Tarnish Resistant Silver
Project uses 4 feet. You will need 1 package.
- SPAM-802 - Purple Amethyst Gemstone Quality Cut Faceted Heart Briolette Beads 8-12mm Pack of 6
Project uses 7 pieces. You will need 2 packages.
- SPCA-802 - Orange Carnelian Gemstone Quality Cut Heart Briolette Beads 6-10mm - Pack of 6
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FEA-1220 - Sterling Silver Bass Clef Ear Wire 21mm Long 20 Gauge Thick (4 Pieces)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5140 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge Thick (100)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FCL-2507 - Silver Plated Curved Lobster Clasps 10mm (10)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
- XTL-0034 - Wubbers Classic Series Round Nose Quality Jeweller's Pliers
- XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers