Retired - Spiked Basketball Wives Style Earrings

PROJECT E756
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Beginner
This ultra trendy earring design makes a powerful fashion statement. For this particular variation on the design, small round metal beads have replaced rhinestone beads for a sleeker look.
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. To make this project, please watch the video: How to Make Basketball Wives Style Earrings.
  2. Follow the same process as described in the video and place the following beads onto your memory wire hoop: 3 gold plated 4mm round beads and 1 gold spike bead.
  3. Next, place onto your memory wire hoop 1 gold plated 4mm round bead and 1 gold spike bead. Repeat this step 7 more times.
  4. Finally, place onto your memory wire hoop 3 more gold plated round 4mm beads.
  5. Attach your ball stud earring post the same way as shown in the video.
  6. Have fun wearing these!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • WXM-030 - Bright Gold Color Bracelet Memory Wire 12 Loops
    Project uses 2 loops. You will need 1 package.

  • BPL-0201 - Spike Beads 33mm - Metallic Gold Tone (10 Pieces)
    Project uses 18 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

  • BMB-5063 - 22K Gold Plated 4mm Round Metal Beads (50)
    Project uses 28 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1048 - 22K Gold Plated Stud Earrings Ball Post & Ring 4mm (20)
    Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1015 - 22K Gold Plated Earring Backs (Earnuts) Med. (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5612 - Beadalon Memory Wire Shears Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
  • XTL-5516 - Vintaj Special Edition - Ergonomic Chain Nose Pliers With Cutter
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Special Occasion
Ingredients WXM-030, BMB-5063, FEA-1048, FEA-1015,

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.
Memory Wire, Bracelet Round Size Medium 2.25 Diameter, 12 Loops, Gold Plated
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pack.
$2.29 / Package | SKU: WXM-030
22K Gold Plated 4mm Round Metal Beads (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$8.87 / Package | SKU: BMB-5063
Earring Posts, Stud with Ball 4mm, Gold Plated (10 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pairs.
$6.97 / Package | SKU: FEA-1048
Earring Backs, Medium Clutch 6mm, 22K Gold Plated (12 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 12 Pieces.
$1.49 / Package | SKU: FEA-1015
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Beadalon Memory Wire Shears Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514

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