By following these instructions, you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring.
- Cut 3 inches of 24 gauge wire, and make a wrapped wire loop on one end.
- String on a nautilus shell bead, then make a wrapped wire loop on the opposite end.
- Open the loop on your ear wire and latch on your wire wrapped bead, positioning the larger portion of the shell at the bottom.
- Next, cut another 3 inches of 24 gauge wire, string on your smoky quartz briolette, and follow the video for how to wire wrap a briolette. Note: be sure to latch the wrapped wire loop of your briolette onto the wire wrapped shell bead before securing it closed.
- Enjoy!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- BCP-1303 - Czech Pressed Glass Engraved Nautilus Shell - Hematite - 17 x 13mm (6)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- SPQS-20 - SMOKEY QUARTZ GEM GRADE AA BRIOLETTES 10x11mm / 4 Beads
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FEA-3092 - Gun Metal Plated Plated Fish Hook Earring Hooks (50)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- WCR-2441 - Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, 10 Yard Spool, Gunmetal/Hematite
Project uses 12 inches. You will need 1 package.
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