Twilight Ocean Earrings

PROJECT E2286
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Beginner
Featuring the Oceans collection by TierraCast, these sea inspired earrings showcase a Zola Elements acetate connector link surrounded by gold shell beads.
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. Begin by stringing one scallop bead on to one head pin. Make a simple wire loop. Set aside.
  2. String one cowrie bead on to one eye pin. Make a simple wire loop. Set aside.
  3. Open one jump ring and attach it to the simple wire loop of the scallop bead and to one acetate connector link. Close the jump ring.
  4. Open another jump ring and attach it to the bottom loop of the cowrie bead and to the other side of the acetate link. Close the jump ring.
  5. Open the top loop of the cowrie bead, same as you would a jump ring and attach it to the earring hook. Close the loop.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • FEA-3010 - 22K Gold Plated Surgical Steel Hypo-Allergenic Earring Hooks (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-4401 - Pewter Bead, Cowrie Shell 14x9mm, Antiqued Gold Plated, 2 Pieces, By TierraCast
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCO-3340 - Zola Elements Acetate Connector Link, Twilight Rectangle 14x10mm, 2 Pieces, Blue Multi-Colored
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-4405 - Pewter Bead, Scallop Shell 13mm, Antiqued Gold Plated, 2 Pieces, By TierraCast
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-5215 - 22K Gold Plated Head Pins - 22 Gauge/1.5 Inches (50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-6257 - 22K Gold Plated Open Eye Pins 22 Gauge 1.5 Inch (x50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5260 - 22K Gold Plated 6mm 19 Gauge Open Jump Rings (100)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Summer, Nautical
Ingredients FEA-3010, FHP-6258, BMB-4401, FCO-3340, FJR-5220, FHP-5215, BMB-4405,

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.
Earring Findings, Hypo-Allergenic Hooks 19mm Long 21 Gauge, Gold Plated (50 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pairs.
$19.95 / Package | SKU: FEA-3010
Open Eye Pins, 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$5.09 / Package | SKU: FHP-6258
Pewter Bead, Cowrie Shell 14x9mm, Antiqued Gold Plated By TierraCast (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$5.19 / Package | SKU: BMB-4401
Zola Elements Acetate Connector Link, Twilight Rectangle 14x10mm, Blue Multi-Colored (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$1.85 / Package | SKU: FCO-3340
22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 6mm 20 Gauge (20 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.
$1.99 / Package | SKU: FJR-5220
Head Pins, 1.5 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$4.15 / Package | SKU: FHP-5215
Pewter Bead, Scallop Shell 13mm, Antiqued Gold Plated By TierraCast (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$4.87 / Package | SKU: BMB-4405
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514

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