Austrian Crystal Skeleton Earrings

Name: Austrian Crystal Skeleton Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E804
Availability: InStock

PROJECT E804

Designer: Julie Bean

Skill Level: Intermediate

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These dramatic crystal skeleton earrings are a show stopping accessory that are as fun to make as they are to wear. Now updated with PRESTIGE crystals.

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.

To learn how to make these earrings, please watch the video: How to Make an Austrian Crystal Skeleton.
In the video you will learn how to wire his body and create fingers and toes that dangle and move.
Not shown in the video is how to attach the earring hook. To do this, simply open the loop at the base of the earring hook (the same way you would open a jump ring) and link it onto the wrapped wire loop above the skull bead. Close the loop back up.

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

FJR-3911 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (50)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

WCR-2230 - Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 22 Gauge Thick, 8 Yard Spool, Tarnish Resistant Silver
Project uses 1 spool. You will need 1 package.

FHP-3006 - Silver Plated 2mm Ball Head Pins 22 Gauge 2 Inches (20)
Project uses 40 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

BCS-8160 - Czech Seed Beads 8/0 Silver Supra Metallic (1 Ounce)
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

BCS-1160 - Czech Seed Beads 11/0 Silver Supra Metallic (1 Hank)
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

SWBB-2013 - Final Sale - Austrian Crystal, #5750 Skull Bead 13mm 1 Piece, Crystal Light Chrome 2X
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

SWBB-16559 - Austrian Crystal, #5328 Bicone Beads 6mm, 20 Pieces, Crystal Light Chrome
Project uses 16 pieces. You will need 1 package.

SWC-28559 - Final Sale - Austrian Crystal, #5601 Cube Beads, 8mm, 4 Pieces, Crystal Light Chrome
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FEA-3025 - Silver Plated Long Elegant Earring Hooks 25x16.5mm (50)
Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-3000 - Bead Stopper- Stop Beads Sliding Off Stringing Material
XTL-5032 - The Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
XTL-5511 - The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

Additional Information

Theme	Halloween
Ingredients	FJR-3911, WCR-2230, FHP-3006, BCS-8160, BCS-1160, FEA-3025, PRES-5750-CSN2X13, PRES-5328-CLC6, PRES-5601-CLC8,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.

Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (50 pcs)

            Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (50 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $2.25
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-3911

Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 22 Gauge Thick, Tarnish Resistant Silver (8 Yard Spool)

            Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 22 Gauge Thick, Tarnish Resistant Silver (8 Yard Spool)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $8.75
            
             / Package | SKU: WCR-2230

Head Pins, with Ball Head 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (20 Pieces)

            Head Pins, with Ball Head 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (20 Pieces)
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-3006

Czech Glass Seed Beads, 8/0 Round, Silver Supra Metallic (1 Ounce)

            Czech Glass Seed Beads, 8/0 Round, Silver Supra Metallic (1 Ounce)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..

                $6.29
            
             / Package | SKU: BCS-8160

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Czech Glass Seed Beads, 11/0 Round, 1 Hank, Silver Supra Metallic

            Czech Glass Seed Beads, 11/0 Round, 1 Hank, Silver Supra Metallic
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Hank.

                $9.49
            
             / Package | SKU: BCS-1160

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Earring Findings, Long Elegant Hooks 25mm, Silver Plated (25 Pairs)

            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

PRESTIGE Crystal, #5750 Skull Bead 13mm, Crystal Silver Night 2X (1 Piece)

            PRESTIGE Crystal, #5750 Skull Bead 13mm, Crystal Silver Night 2X (1 Piece)
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $10.89
            
             / Package | SKU: PRES-5750-CSN2X13

PRESTIGE Crystal, #5328 Bicone Bead 6mm, Crystal Light Chrome (1 Piece)

            PRESTIGE Crystal, #5328 Bicone Bead 6mm, Crystal Light Chrome (1 Piece)
        
You will need 16 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $0.37
            
             / Package | SKU: PRES-5328-CLC6

PRESTIGE Crystal, #5601 Faceted Cube Bead 8mm, Crystal Light Chrome (1 Piece)

            PRESTIGE Crystal, #5601 Faceted Cube Bead 8mm, Crystal Light Chrome (1 Piece)
        
You will need 4 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: PRES-5601-CLC8