Retired - Austrian Crystal Rhinestone Drop Earrings

PROJECT E856
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Beginner
Elegant, sparkling, and timeless, these drop earrings are a wardrobe must. They feature a long dangle of Austrian crystal rhinestone cup chain with an Austrian crystal channel charm attached at the end.
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 a length of cup chain that is 9 rhinestone links long. Onto each end of the cup chain, attach a cup chain crimp on end.
  2. Open a jump ring and link it to the loop on one end as well as the Austrian crystal crystal channel charm. Close the jump ring.
  3. Open the loop at the base of the earring hook, the same way you would open a jump ring, and link it to the other cup chain end. Close the loop.
  4. If you want to see how to make this bracelet from start to finish, watch the video: How to use Rhinestone Cup Chain in Jewelry Designs.
  5. Enjoy!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • CHA-2018 - Austrian crystal Rhodium Plated Rhinestone Cup Chain 24PP Crystal - BY THE FT.
    Project uses 4 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-3025 - Silver Plated Long Elegant Earring Hooks (50)
    Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-8008 - Rhodium Plated Foldover 24PP Cup Chain Crimp On Ends For Cup Chain (20 Pieces)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5140 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge Thick (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • SWFA-1000 - Austrian crystal Rhodium Plated Channel Crystal Charm Crystal 10mm (8)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-0023 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
Additional Information
Theme Special Occasion
Ingredients FEA-3025, FJR-5140,

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, Long Elegant Hooks 25mm, Silver Plated (25 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.
$7.79 / Package | SKU: FEA-3025
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge Thick (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$2.39 / Package | SKU: FJR-5140
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020

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