Retired - Sunny Horizon Earrings

Name: Retired - Sunny Horizon Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E2318
Availability: InStock

PROJECT E2318

Designer: Kat Silvia

Skill Level: Intermediate

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A duo of citrus colors fills this open back Nunn Design bezel for a fun and cheerful pair of earrings.

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. You will also need packing tape for this project. You will also need a lighter for this project.

Please watch our video: How to Use Colorized Resin in an Open Frame Hoop by Becky Nunn. From what you learned please add the packing tape to the back on the bezel pendants.
Next, mix your resin as seen in our video: How To Use Easy Cast Clear Casting Epoxy Resin To Make Pendants.
Separate your resin into two cups. In one cup add a few drops of yellow pigment until your desired color is achieved. In the second cup add red and yellow to make an orange color. If you'd like you can add a bit of opaque white to each cup to adjust the colors.
Once you have achieved your desired color use a popsicle stick add the resin to the bezels with the yellow on bottom and the orange on top. Allow to cure about 24 hours. Using a lighter to get rid of any air bubbles about 30 minutes after you pour.
Finally, open one earring hook same as you would ajump ring and attach it to the finished pendant.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

FEA-131 - Ear Wire, V-Style 33mm, Antiqued Silver, 1 Pair, by Nunn Design
Project uses 1 Pair. You will need 1 package.

PND-438 - Open Frame Pendant, Split Circle Horizon 23.5x27mm, Antiqued Silver, 1 Piece, by Nunn Design
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

TRC-51 - Easy Cast Clear Casting Epoxy Enamel Resin 8 oz
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

TRC-87 - CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque White Pigment Dye 1 Oz
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

TRC-82 - CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Yellow Pigment Dye 1 Oz
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

TRC-85 - CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Red Pigment Dye 1 Oz
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
TRC-604 - ICE Resin, Mixing Cups & White Stir Sticks, 20 Pack

Additional Information

Theme	Summer
Ingredients	FEA-131, PND-438, TRC-51, TRC-87, TRC-82, TRC-85,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Resin 101: Tips and Tricks for Creating Resin Mixed Media Jewelry

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.

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: FEA-131

            
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: PND-438

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: TRC-51

CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque White Pigment Dye 1 Oz

            CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque White Pigment Dye 1 Oz
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..

                $10.99
            
             / Package | SKU: TRC-87

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CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Yellow Pigment Dye 1 Oz

            CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Yellow Pigment Dye 1 Oz
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..

                $10.99
            
             / Package | SKU: TRC-82

CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Red Pigment Dye 1 Oz

            CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Red Pigment Dye 1 Oz
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..

                $10.99
            
             / Package | SKU: TRC-85