Retired - Morenci Earrings

PROJECT E2052
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Beginner
These simple earrings can be made very quickly. The result is an Old World Chic look with these beautifully antiqued copper beads.
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. Cut off 3 inches of chain using your flush cutters.
  2. Thread the chain through the top and bottom round hole of the bead.
  3. Open the loop of the earring finding the same way you would a jump ring.
  4. To attach the chain to the loop of the earring finding, take the last link of each side of the chain and hook it onto the loop. Close the loop.
  5. The bead should sit in the center of the chain.
  6. All done!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BMB-8630 - Antiqued Copper Plated Round Filigree Spacer / Focal Bead 10mm
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

  • FEA-3053 - Antiqued Copper Ball Earring Hooks 19mm x24 (12 Pairs)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-99956 - Antiqued Copper Plated Slim Rolo Chain 2mm Bulk By The Foot
    Project uses 6 inches. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
Additional Information
Theme Vintage Look
Ingredients FEA-3053, CHA-99956,

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.
Earring Findings, Hook with Ball & Coil 19mm Antiqued Copper (12 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 12 Pairs.
$8.29 / Package | SKU: FEA-3053
Antiqued Copper Plated Rolo Bulk Chain, 2mm, by the Foot
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.
$2.59 / Package | SKU: CHA-99956
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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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