Retired - Wire Wrapped Luna Earrings

Name: Retired - Wire Wrapped Luna Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E851
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT E851

Designer: Julie Bean

Skill Level: Intermediate

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Featuring all Sterling Silver wire and components, these wire wrapped link and gemstone earrings are a beautiful design that can go with just about any outfit. You can also easily create this same earring in gold filled.

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 make these earrings, please watch the video: How to Make the Wire Wrapped Luna Earrings.
In this video you will learn how to wire wrap a circle link and add Miyuki Delica seed beads to accent the wrappings. You will also learn how to add a gemstone drop to a head pin and create a wrapped wire loop and then suspend it from the link.

Tip: Choose your favorite sterling silver link shape for this project and your favorite gemstone drop.

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

SPAM-08006 - Amethyst Gemstone Beads, Faceted Teardrops 6x8mm, 6 Pieces, Purple
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

DB-1832 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, Duracoat Galvanized Gold DB1832
Project uses 40 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FJR-03042 - Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (20)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FEA-015 - Round French Ear Wire, with 1.5mm Ball End 15x13mm, 4 Pieces, Sterling Silver
Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package.

FHP-02520 - Sterling Silver Head pins 24 Gauge 2 Inches (10)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

WSS-22671 - 1 Oz. (76 Ft.) Sterling Silver Wire 26 Gauge - Round-Dead Soft
Project uses 2 feet. You will need 1 package.

FCO-109 - Large Circle Closed Jump Ring Link, 25mm Diameter / 18 Gauge Thick, 1 Piece, Sterling Silver
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5520 - Lindstrom EX Series - Flush Cutter Pliers 5 Inches Long
XTL-5032 - Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers

Additional Information

Theme	Delicate
Ingredients	DB-1832, FJR-03042, FHP-02520, WSS-22671, FCO-109,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Wire Wrapping 101: Wire Wrapping Tips for Jewelry Making

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.

Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Duracoat Galvanized Gold DB1832 (2.5

            Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Duracoat Galvanized Gold DB1832 (2.5" Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $7.89
            
             / Package | SKU: DB-1832

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Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (20 pcs)

            Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (20 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.

                $3.77
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-03042

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Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 24 Gauge Thick, Sterling Silver (10 Pieces)

            Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 24 Gauge Thick, Sterling Silver (10 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.

                $6.49
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-02520

1 Oz. (76 Ft.) Sterling Silver Wire 26 Gauge - Round-Dead Soft

            1 Oz. (76 Ft.) Sterling Silver Wire 26 Gauge - Round-Dead Soft
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Ounce Coil.

                $61.99
            
             / Package | SKU: WSS-22671

Large Circle Open Frame Link, 25mm Diameter / 18 Gauge Thick, Sterling Silver (1 Piece)

            Large Circle Open Frame Link, 25mm Diameter / 18 Gauge Thick, Sterling Silver (1 Piece)
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $3.77
            
             / Package | SKU: FCO-109