Retired - Twilight Ocean Earrings

Name: Retired - Twilight Ocean Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E2286
Availability: InStock

PROJECT E2286

Designer: Kat Silvia

Skill Level: Beginner

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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.

Begin by stringing one scallop bead on to one head pin. Make a simple wire loop. Set aside.
String one cowrie bead on to one eye pin. Make a simple wire loop. Set aside.
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.
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.
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, BMB-4401, FCO-3340, BMB-4405, FHP-5215, FHP-6257, FJR-5260,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Create a Simple Wire Loop
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring

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, Hypo-Allergenic Hooks 19mm Long 21 Gauge, Gold Plated (50 Pairs)

            Earring Findings, Hypo-Allergenic Hooks 19mm Long 21 Gauge, Gold Plated (50 Pairs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pairs.

                $17.87
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-3010

Pewter Bead, Cowrie Shell 14x9mm, Antiqued Gold Plated By TierraCast (2 Pieces)

            Pewter Bead, Cowrie Shell 14x9mm, Antiqued Gold Plated By TierraCast (2 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.

                $4.69
            
             / Package | SKU: BMB-4401

Zola Elements Acetate Connector Link, Twilight Rectangle 14x10mm, Blue Multi-Colored (2 Pieces)

            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

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Pewter Bead, Scallop Shell 13mm, Antiqued Gold Plated By TierraCast (2 Pieces)

            Pewter Bead, Scallop Shell 13mm, Antiqued Gold Plated By TierraCast (2 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.

                $4.49
            
             / Package | SKU: BMB-4405

Head Pins, 1.5 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)

            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.

                $4.59
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-5215

Open Eye Pins, 1.5 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)

            Open Eye Pins, 1.5 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $3.70
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-6257

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22K Gold Plated 6mm 19 Gauge Open Jump Rings (100 pcs)

            22K Gold Plated 6mm 19 Gauge Open Jump Rings (100 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.

                $8.29
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-5260